How much force do you put on an AR extension tube?
Most AR tools have a cutout where you can attach a torque wrench like the one shown here. Tighten the extension tube with about 35 foot-pounds of force. Once the tube is installed, you can just slide the new buttstock into place.
How big is a carbine extension?
To add insult to confusion, carbine extensions come in two different diameters, mil-spec and commercial. Mil-spec tubes are 1.148 inches in diameter while commercial are 1.168 in ches. Fortunately, when it comes to the buffer insert itself, there are only two lengths: rifle and carbine. To explain this a little better and show you how ...
Why does my buffer detent spring pop out?
The buffer detent pin and spring may pop out as you begin to loosen the tube itself. The extension tube actually holds this pin in place, so loosen the tube slowly while covering the pin and spring with your finger. There’s one more spring you have to worry about losing.
How to Remove AR 15 Stock Without Tool
AR buttstock mounting systems are available in four basic designs. All four make use of an extension tube that protrudes from the back of the receiver and houses the recoil spring as well as the buffer itself. The confusion originates from the fact that systems exist in three lengths: A1 rifle, A2 rifle, and carbine.
Final Words
By now you must know that replacing AR 15 stock without a tool is super easy. You have to be steady and patient while doing it. Most of the guns require the same procedure. So now, there will be no problem changing the stock. If you find this article helpful, share this with your friends. And let us know if you have any queries.
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One Comment
Thanks for the link to this post. I managed to crack my guns buttstock and it took me a long time to figure out how to remove the buttstock. So, I figured I’d better check on how to replace it before sticking the new one on. You would think it would be as easy as loosening a few screws. To bad it isn’t.
