Firearm Maintenance: Remington 870 Cleaning — Part 2/4

Published on March 1, 2013
Duration: 3:49

This video details the cleaning process for a Remington 870 shotgun, focusing on the barrel, trigger group, and receiver/bolt assembly. It emphasizes using specific solvents like Hoppe's No. 9 for general fouling and Brownells Shotgun Wad Solvent for residue. The tutorial advises against disassembling the trigger group, instead recommending aerosol cleaners and brushes for efficient cleaning.

Quick Summary

To clean a Remington 870 barrel, apply solvent, let it sit, scrub with a bronze brush, and use solvent-soaked patches followed by dry patches until the bore is free of carbon fouling.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Supplies
  2. 00:28Cleaning the Barrel
  3. 01:29Cleaning the Trigger Group
  4. 01:51Cleaning Receiver and Bolt Assembly
  5. 03:01Final Inspection

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the essential supplies for cleaning a Remington 870 shotgun?

You'll need a shotgun cleaning rod, gauge-appropriate brushes and mops, patches, and cleaning solvents. Recommended solvents include Hoppe's No. 9 for general use and Brownells Shotgun Wad Solvent for plastic residue.

How do you clean the barrel of a Remington 870?

Start by applying solvent to the bore, let it sit, then use a bronze brush to scrub out fouling. Follow up with solvent-soaked patches, then clean, dry patches until they come out without carbon residue.

Should I disassemble the trigger group on my Remington 870 for cleaning?

No, disassembly of the fire control parts is not necessary. Use an aerosol cleaner like Birchwood Casey Gun Scrubber combined with a brush to loosen and flush out fouling from the trigger group.

What is the best way to clean the receiver and bolt assembly of a Remington 870?

Generously spray the inside of the receiver and the bolt assembly with an aerosol cleaner like Gun Scrubber. Use a brush to remove carbon and debris, then wipe all surfaces down with a clean rag.

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