Firearm Maintenance: Ruger 10/22 Reassembly — Part 4/4

Published on May 31, 2013
Duration: 1:45

This video provides a detailed, step-by-step guide for reassembling the Ruger 10/22 rifle after maintenance. It covers the proper installation of the recoil spring assembly, bolt, trigger assembly, and pins, followed by securing the barrel action in the stock and reattaching external components like the barrel band. The guide concludes with essential function testing and a final cleaning.

Quick Summary

Reassembling a Ruger 10/22 involves installing the recoil spring, then the bolt by engaging the bolt handle. Next, insert the trigger assembly and guard pins, followed by the bolt stop pin. Finally, place the barrel action into the stock, tighten the takedown screw, and secure the barrel band. A function test is crucial afterward.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Series Recap
  2. 00:07Recoil Spring Assembly Installation
  3. 00:14Bolt and Bolt Handle Engagement
  4. 00:29Trigger Assembly and Guard Pins
  5. 00:40Bolt Stop Pin and Safety
  6. 00:47Barrel Action to Stock Installation
  7. 00:57Barrel Band Installation
  8. 01:03Function Testing and Final Steps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key steps for reassembling a Ruger 10/22?

Reassembly involves installing the recoil spring, then the bolt by engaging the bolt handle. Next, insert the trigger assembly and guard pins, followed by the bolt stop pin. Finally, place the barrel action into the stock, tighten the takedown screw, and secure the barrel band.

How do you properly install the bolt on a Ruger 10/22 during reassembly?

With the bolt handle held to the rear, carefully place the bolt into the receiver. Ensure the slot on the top of the bolt engages the bolt handle, then ease the bolt handle into battery to close the bolt on the breach.

What is the final step after reassembling a Ruger 10/22?

After the rifle is fully assembled, the critical final step is to perform a function test. This includes cycling the action multiple times and verifying that the safety mechanism operates freely and correctly.

Where are the trigger guard retaining pins inserted on a Ruger 10/22?

The trigger guard retaining pins are inserted into their specific holes located near the bottom of the receiver when reassembling the Ruger 10/22.

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