Firearm Maintenance: SKS Reassembly, Part 4/4

Published on February 18, 2014
Duration: 2:54

This video provides a detailed, step-by-step guide to reassembling the SKS rifle, focusing on key components like the receiver, trigger guard, gas system, and bolt carrier. It emphasizes proper seating of parts, correct orientation of springs, and the importance of a function test to ensure safe and correct reassembly. The expert instruction highlights specific techniques for locking mechanisms and component alignment.

Quick Summary

To properly reassemble the SKS rifle, begin by seating the receiver into the stock. Install the trigger guard by centering its latch stop pin and snapping the housing into place. Secure the gas cylinder by rotating its retaining latch downward 90 degrees. Reinstall the bolt carrier assembly with the recoil spring's open end forward, then perform a function test.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Receiver and Stock Assembly
  2. 00:14Magazine and Trigger Guard Installation
  3. 00:37Cleaning Rod and Piston Extension
  4. 00:57Gas Cylinder and Piston Assembly
  5. 01:16Bolt Reassembly (Extractor, Firing Pin)
  6. 01:37Bolt Carrier and Recoil Spring Installation
  7. 01:59Receiver Cover and Function Test

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you properly install the trigger guard on an SKS rifle?

To install the trigger guard on an SKS, first center the latch stop pin on the trigger guard. Then, snap the housing into its retainer with a firm palm slap and close the magazine.

What is the correct way to lock the gas cylinder on an SKS?

After inserting the piston into the gas cylinder and aligning it with the gas block and sight assembly, seat it with a palm tap. Finally, rotate the retaining latch 90 degrees downward to lock it securely in place.

How is the recoil spring installed during SKS reassembly?

When installing the bolt carrier assembly into the receiver, ensure the recoil spring is inserted with its open end facing forward. This orientation is crucial for proper function.

What is the final step after reassembling an SKS rifle?

The final step involves sliding the receiver cover forward, locking the takedown lever, and performing a function test. This includes checking the safety mechanism to ensure the rifle has been reassembled correctly and safely.

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