Firearm Maintenance:Remington Versa Max Cleaning — Part 2/4

Published on August 28, 2013
Duration: 2:33

This expert-level guide details the cleaning process for the Remington Versa Max shotgun, as demonstrated by Brownells. It covers barrel cleaning, piston and plug carbon removal, gas block maintenance, trigger group cleaning, and receiver/bolt wiping. The video emphasizes using specific solvents and tools for effective fouling removal.

Quick Summary

Expert instruction for cleaning the Remington Versa Max shotgun covers barrel maintenance with solvents and brushes, carbon removal from pistons and plugs using SB2000 Carbon Killer, and flushing the gas block and trigger group with Gun Scrubber. The bolt and receiver are cleaned with a nylon brush and oily rag.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Cleaning
  2. 00:04Barrel Cleaning Tools
  3. 00:16Applying Bore Solvent
  4. 00:31Scrubbing the Bore
  5. 00:38Wiping and Inspecting Bore
  6. 00:51Cleaning Pistons and Plugs
  7. 01:09Cleaning Gas Block Channels
  8. 01:23Cleaning Trigger Group
  9. 01:39Cleaning Receiver and Bolt
  10. 01:56Final Inspection & Next Step

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the essential tools for cleaning the Remington Versa Max barrel?

For barrel cleaning, you'll need a shotgun cleaning rod, appropriate gauge brushes or mops, patches, and a suitable cleaning solvent like Hoppe's No. 9. Ensure you have these items before starting the process.

How should I clean the gas system components of the Remington Versa Max?

The pistons and plugs may require soaking and scrubbing to remove carbon buildup, with Carbon Killer and a nylon brush recommended. Ensure all carbon is removed from grooves and gas block channels, spraying the gas block with Gun Scrubber and brushing clean.

Is it necessary to disassemble the trigger group for cleaning the Remington Versa Max?

The factory does not recommend disassembling the trigger group. Cleaning can be effectively done by flushing the group with Gun Scrubber and using a brush to remove accumulated fouling.

What is the recommended method for cleaning the bolt and receiver?

Clean the receiver using a nylon brush and an oily rag. Wipe down the bolt the same way, using a nylon brush to loosen any carbon buildup before wiping it clean.

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