Videos tagged with Ammunition Tuning

The Fusion Firearms XP Pro is a budget-friendly, double-stack 1911 variant that accepts Glock magazines, featuring a ported and compensated barrel. While initially experiencing some malfunctions, particularly with an SRO optic, these were resolved by switching to a Holosun 507 Comp and tuning ammunition and trigger springs. The firearm offers good ergonomics and accuracy for its price point, making it a solid entry into the 2011 market as a range toy.

This guide details the process of testing and tuning an AR-12 style shotgun build, specifically addressing the compatibility between an ICO Marketing Group upper and a PSA .308 lower receiver. It covers loading with specific ammunition, firing, clearing potential feeding issues, and performing necessary modifications for optimal performance. Instruction is provided by an experienced individual familiar with firearm components and build requirements.

This guide provides expert-level troubleshooting steps for common issues encountered with 300 Blackout FRT (Firearm Research & Technology) setups, drawing on hands-on testing and component analysis. It covers buffer weight, spring selection, ammunition variability, suppressor interaction, and feed ramp polishing, offering practical solutions for achieving reliable function. The instruction emphasizes a methodical approach to diagnosing and correcting malfunctions in direct impingement AR-15 platforms chambered in .300 Blackout.

This guide details how to troubleshoot a common race gun issue: failure to cycle due to using standard pressure ammunition in a firearm tuned for high-pressure loads. It emphasizes identifying the problem, clearing malfunctions, and switching to the correct ammunition (9mm Major) for optimal performance, as demonstrated by expert shooter Phuc Long.

This guide details troubleshooting and tuning a Lima Six belt-fed upper receiver, specifically addressing bolt bounce issues that lead to light primer strikes. The expert instruction from Military Arms Channel emphasizes using a heavier recoil spring and buffer to correct these malfunctions, ensuring reliable ignition with higher-pressure ammunition like M193 Ball. The process culminates in live-fire testing to confirm cyclic reliability and proper belt feeding.

This video demonstrates the process of tuning a DPM recoil system for a Springfield Echelon pistol to achieve reduced recoil and faster split times. The instructor highlights the importance of selecting the correct spring and end cap combination for optimal performance with various ammunition types, emphasizing that the recoil assembly's primary role is to ensure reliable cycling. Testing methods include hammered pairs and build drills to objectively measure improvements.

This Ruger Tech Tip provides instructions on adjusting the gas regulator on the Ruger SFAR rifle. It details the function of different settings (1, 2, and 3) and outlines a method for testing and selecting the optimal setting for reliable cycling, especially when using suppressors or varying ammunition types. The process involves using a 3/16" hex wrench and observing the rifle's cycling behavior.

World Champion shooter Erik Cortina shares unconventional accuracy secrets, including skipping barrel break-in, using CLR for cleaning, and the importance of bullet tip consistency. He details how to use a barrel tuner like the EC Tuner Brake to manage harmonics by adjusting rotational weight, aiming to synchronize bullet exit with the barrel's vibration cycle for improved group consistency at extreme ranges.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Krebs M23 AK prototype, focusing on its performance and user feedback. The presenter highlights the effectiveness of the tunable gas system in accommodating various ammunition types, the recoil reduction achieved with a JMAC Customs muzzle brake, and the comfortable ergonomics facilitated by the Sig stock adapter and rail system. The review also covers accuracy testing and the firearm's performance in a competitive shooting match, concluding that the M23 is a highly capable and modernized 7.62 AK.

This guide, presented by Stephen Kaleb and Caleb from Brownells, offers expert advice on diagnosing and resolving common rifle accuracy issues. It covers crucial checks from shooter technique and optics mounting to barrel condition and ammunition selection. The instruction emphasizes practical troubleshooting steps, like the 'dollar bill test' for barrel clearance and inspecting the barrel crown, to help shooters achieve consistent accuracy.

This video details how to fix a severely over-gassed 12.5-inch AR-15 upper receiver, identified by its aggressive recoil and ejection. The primary issue stems from a massive 0.093-inch gas port on the barrel. The presenter demonstrates the effectiveness of the BRT EZ Tune Gas Tube, which features a smaller, pre-drilled gas port to regulate gas flow, transforming the firearm into a pleasant shooting experience.

This guide explains how to adjust the gas block on the Palmetto State Armory JAKL rifle. The JAKL features a tool-less adjustable gas block with four positions, shipping in position two for most commercial ammunition. Users can adjust to position one for lighter loads or suppressed use, and incrementally change positions to fine-tune gas system performance based on ammunition type and accessories. The video emphasizes safety, warning that the gas block becomes very hot and recommending tool use for adjustments.