10ML-II Storage Preparation
Nov 27, 2022 7:00:07 GMT -5
Post by ET on Nov 27, 2022 7:00:07 GMT -5
It’s that time again for giving my 10ML-II a complete cleaning before it begins its hibernation in my gun safe. Below is my method for preparation.
First off, I clean the bore without removing the BP. This helps to prevent a lot of crud being pushed into the BP threads. Once the bore is clean, I remove the BP and run a couple of dry swabs through the whole bore.
Cleaning and checking the BP doesn’t have to be awkward. To handle the BP, I use a Channellock plyer.
Just a good grip on the snout of the BP allows one to do everything that needs to be done.
Then I run a 5/32 (.156”) bit with a drill through the BP, from the primer end. There’s no danger to the vent threads as the flame channel acts like guide keeping the drill centered. Now the thing to watch for is loose carbon collected into the vent threads that should be removed. A good blast of air or a 10/32 tap to chase the threads works for me.
I also make sure the primer pocket is clean by using a small caliber brush. Now if the carbon buildup is encroaching on the primer, I use a .234” drill and clean by hand.
The last thing I do is check vent orifice size in case it needs to be replaced. All that is left is applying anti seize to vent threads and BP threads before assembly.
Anway this is how I do old school cleaning of my 10ML-II.
First off, I clean the bore without removing the BP. This helps to prevent a lot of crud being pushed into the BP threads. Once the bore is clean, I remove the BP and run a couple of dry swabs through the whole bore.
Cleaning and checking the BP doesn’t have to be awkward. To handle the BP, I use a Channellock plyer.
Just a good grip on the snout of the BP allows one to do everything that needs to be done.
Then I run a 5/32 (.156”) bit with a drill through the BP, from the primer end. There’s no danger to the vent threads as the flame channel acts like guide keeping the drill centered. Now the thing to watch for is loose carbon collected into the vent threads that should be removed. A good blast of air or a 10/32 tap to chase the threads works for me.
I also make sure the primer pocket is clean by using a small caliber brush. Now if the carbon buildup is encroaching on the primer, I use a .234” drill and clean by hand.
The last thing I do is check vent orifice size in case it needs to be replaced. All that is left is applying anti seize to vent threads and BP threads before assembly.
Anway this is how I do old school cleaning of my 10ML-II.
