How To Disassemble, Clean And Lubricate A Hi-Point Handgun

Published on March 11, 2018
Duration: 11:21

This video provides a comprehensive guide to disassembling, cleaning, and lubricating a Hi-Point handgun, specifically the C9 model. It details the necessary tools, including Break-Free CLP and specialized cleaning picks, and walks through each step of the field strip process. The guide emphasizes thorough cleaning of the barrel, frame, and slide, followed by proper lubrication of wear points during reassembly and a final function check.

Quick Summary

To clean and lubricate a Hi-Point handgun, first disassemble it by removing the roll pin. Use Break-Free CLP and tools like a toothbrush and polymer picks to clean the barrel, frame, and slide. Lubricate key wear points on the slide and frame before reassembly and perform a function check.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Hi-Point Cleaning
  2. 00:27Required Cleaning Supplies
  3. 01:21Hi-Point Handgun Disassembly Steps
  4. 03:18Cleaning the Barrel and Frame
  5. 04:52Detailed Cleaning of Tight Spots
  6. 06:11Cleaning the Slide Assembly
  7. 07:06Lubrication and Reassembly Guide
  8. 09:10Final Assembly and Function Check

Frequently Asked Questions

What tools are needed to clean a Hi-Point handgun?

You'll need t-shirt rags, Break-Free CLP, needle tip bottles, a toothbrush, a bore rod, Tipton polymer picks, a 3/32 punch, a hammer, and duct tape for disassembly and cleaning.

How do you disassemble a Hi-Point C9?

Safety check first. Use duct tape as a bench block to punch out the roll pin with a 3/32 punch and hammer, then remove the slide, guide rod, recoil spring, and firing pin assembly.

What is the best way to clean a Hi-Point handgun barrel?

Apply CLP to the barrel and use a toothbrush to scrub away carbon deposits. Then, run clean patches through the barrel until they come out clean.

Where should I lubricate a Hi-Point handgun?

Apply oil to wear points on the slide and frame where metal-on-metal contact occurs during operation. Reassemble the firing pin and slide after lubrication.

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