[Cop369]

I bought the doulbe muzzle break from cheaper than dirt. I have the Ranch 197 series. Is it supposed to slide over the barrel fairly easy or am I supposed to put a little effort/strength into it. I tried sliding it on but it was hard and I really didnt want to force it unless that is what I am supposed to do. Also, waht can I use to get the pin out.

 

[Bear 1769]

Cop369, My J.M. brake sliped on fairly easily, if the brake won't go on with out force I would use cation. I used a 7 penny nail with the tip cut off to drive the pin out. Be sure to support the barrel with a block of wood.

 

[scout77]

I was looking at that muzzle break on Cheaperthandirt and they say it won't fit models 195 and above because the barrel dia. is to large.

 

[dvdstdg]

Originally posted by Cop369
I bought the doulbe muzzle break from cheaper than dirt. I have the Ranch 197 series. Is it supposed to slide over the barrel fairly easy or am I supposed to put a little effort/strength into it. I tried sliding it on but it was hard and I really didnt want to force it unless that is what I am supposed to do. Also, waht can I use to get the pin out.

I have the John Masen brake (I believe that is what CTD sells). Mine slipped on easily - in fact I wish it were a tighter fit (it soesn't rattle around but does have slight amount of play in the fit). If it was mine I would install it with the tight fit and be happy for it. AS for the pin, use a nail with the point cut off as suggested. I used a nail with the point on it to spread the new pin slightly b/4 installation just to be sure it stays put (I have never heard of one backing out but you never know)..

 

[voruzon]

I have John Masen brake on a SS Mini I've bought this winter. I used a hammer throught a wooden board to put it on.
I can hammer it out if needed - by putting a screw-driver through the slots and hammering on that one.
It felt so tight that I could probably have left the pin out.

V.

 

[mikr]

My original front sight had to be "persuaded" out, but the Eagle flash suppressor I put on was fairly snug, but I pinned it anyways as well as gun-tited the set screw for good measure.

voruzon-check your pm list please.

 

[cajungeo]

Cop369, like the others have said, remove the roll pin with a punch or cutoff nail. My brake sliped on with my 196 by hand. Snug, but not tight. You might try taping it on using a block of wood and a hammer. I say tap, not hammer it on as it could move your sight. If you can't tap it on, I'd send it back.

 

[cw2go]

I'd put a micrometer on it to see how far you are off. I think it would be valuable for others if you post the OD on the barrel at the muzzle and behind the sight before the "step" [my 184 series is 0.555 - 0.558" for comparison] and the ID on the inside of the Muzzle Brake.

You may want to consider getting a gunsmith or a good machinist to ream the muzzle break to get the right fit. The good thing about having it a bit undersized is that you can get a very precise fit to your rifle, which would be a good thing, but will cost you a bit more.

Lastly, if it is VERY close, you might be able to heat the muzzle break in the oven while you cool the action in the freezer. That might get you an extra .0005 to .001" of clearance for a "sweat fit".

-- cw

 

[Cop369]

Finally got the brake on. used a block of wood and hammer and tapped it on. Thanks for the advise. It fits so tight, dont think I need the longer pin to hold it in place. Now cant wait to shoot it. Had it for 2 months now, and have'nt tried it yet. :2guns:

 

[mikr]

Pin it- it is extra insurance and it can't hurt it-you wouldn't want that to work itself loose from vibrations....

 

[cajungeo]

mikr offers good advise. Pin it.