Ruger® LC Carbine™ .45 Auto Reassembly Tech Tips

Published on January 31, 2024
Duration: 5:54

This video provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to reassemble the Ruger LC Carbine in .45 Auto after disassembly, cleaning, inspection, and lubrication. It covers the reinstallation of the receiver components, handguard, stock, and grip frame assembly, culminating in a comprehensive functions check to ensure proper operation. The instruction is delivered by a Ruger technician, emphasizing correct orientation and secure fitting of parts.

Quick Summary

Reassembling the Ruger LC Carbine .45 Auto involves installing the receiver spacer, front bolt, buffer/recoil spring, rear bolt, handguard, stock, and grip frame assembly. A critical final step is a functions check to verify bolt hold-open, magazine release, safety, and trigger operation.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction to Ruger Tech Tips
  2. 00:34Reinstalling the Receiver Spacer
  3. 00:49Installing the Front Bolt
  4. 01:05Installing the Buffer and Recoil Spring
  5. 01:24Installing the Rear Bolt
  6. 02:06Reinstalling the Handguard
  7. 03:03Reinstalling the Stock
  8. 03:38Reinstalling the Grip Frame Assembly
  9. 04:06Securing with Captured Pin
  10. 04:16Functions Check Procedure
  11. 05:40Conclusion and Thank You

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key steps for reassembling the Ruger LC Carbine .45 Auto?

Reassembly involves installing the receiver spacer, front bolt, buffer/recoil spring, rear bolt, handguard, stock, and grip frame assembly. Each step requires careful alignment of components and securing them properly. A final functions check is crucial.

How do you perform a functions check on the Ruger LC Carbine after reassembly?

Insert an empty magazine to check bolt hold-open. Test the magazine release. Cycle the bolt, place on safe, pull trigger (no fire). Move to fire, pull trigger (hear hammer fall). Cycle bolt while holding trigger, release trigger (hear reset). Pull trigger again.

What tools are needed for reassembling the Ruger LC Carbine .45 Auto?

The primary tool mentioned for reassembly is a 1/8 inch Allen wrench, specifically for installing the handguard screws. Safety glasses are also essential for eye protection during the entire process.

What is the correct order for installing the stock and fire control group on the Ruger LC Carbine?

It is important to reinstall the stock before the fire control group (grip frame assembly). This order ensures that the stock can be properly attached and that the grip frame assembly can then be correctly aligned and secured to the receiver.

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