Quick Tip: How To Install The Charging Handle And Spring Kit From KIDD

Published on July 31, 2024
Duration: 6:01

This guide details the installation of the KIDD charging handle and spring kit for the Ruger 10/22 and similar platforms like the BRN-22. It covers selecting the appropriate spring weight (standard white, heavier red, lighter green) based on ammunition type and desired bolt velocity, and provides step-by-step instructions for fitting the non-captured assembly. The installation process involves compressing the spring and sliding the charging handle onto the bolt and receiver.

Quick Summary

The KIDD charging handle and spring kit for the Ruger 10/22 and BRN-22 offers a non-captured design with three spring options: standard white, increased power red (for high-velocity/suppressed ammo), and decreased power green (for subsonics). Installation involves seating the guide rod and spring, compressing it, and sliding the charging handle into place.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction to KIDD Kit
  2. 00:17Comparing Captured vs. Non-Captured
  3. 00:45KIDD Kit Components
  4. 01:24Spring Options Explained
  5. 02:15When to Use Heavier Spring (Red)
  6. 02:58When to Use Lighter Spring (Green)
  7. 03:43Installation Steps
  8. 04:02Securing Receiver in Vise
  9. 04:36Compressing Spring
  10. 05:02Attaching Charging Handle
  11. 05:19Installation Complete
  12. 05:23Changing Springs

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the different spring options included with the KIDD charging handle kit and what are their uses?

The KIDD kit includes three springs: a white (standard tension) for general use, a red (10% increased power) to slow bolt velocity with high-velocity or suppressed ammo, and a green (10% decreased power) to increase bolt velocity for subsonics or unreliable cycling.

How does the KIDD charging handle kit differ from the standard Ruger 10/22 charging handle?

The KIDD kit features a non-captured charging handle system, unlike the standard Ruger 10/22 which uses a captured recoil spring and charging handle assembly. This allows for more tuning options with different springs.

Why would someone use a heavier or lighter recoil spring with a .22LR rifle?

Heavier springs (like the red one) slow bolt velocity to prevent malfunctions with high-speed ammo or suppressors. Lighter springs (like the green one) increase bolt velocity to ensure reliable cycling with subsonic ammunition or when the bolt isn't cycling properly.

What are the key steps to installing the KIDD charging handle and spring kit?

After ensuring the firearm is safe, install the guide rod and spring into the receiver. Compress the spring, slide the charging handle onto the bolt and receiver, push it fully back under the bolt, and then release it forward to seat.

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