How To Easily Oil And Lubricate Your AR15 / Rifle

Published on December 18, 2024
Duration: 10:06

This guide demonstrates how to properly lubricate an AR-15 rifle, focusing on key components like the bolt carrier group, charging handle, trigger, and buffer spring. The video emphasizes using specific lubricants and applying them to contact points to ensure smooth operation and reduce friction. It's presented as a maintenance step that can be performed without a full cleaning for firearms that aren't heavily fouled.

Quick Summary

To easily oil and lubricate your AR-15, separate the upper and lower receivers. Apply lubricant to the trigger group's contact points, the buffer spring, and inside the upper receiver where the bolt carrier and charging handle slide. Recommended lubricants include ALG Defense Go Juice or Lucas Extreme Duty Gun Oil.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Lubricant Choice
  2. 00:32Separating Receivers
  3. 00:47Lubricating Lower Receiver Components
  4. 01:15Lubricating Bolt Release
  5. 01:23Lubricating Buffer Spring
  6. 02:55Lubricating Takedown Pins & Detents
  7. 03:26Lubricating Safety Bar
  8. 03:40Lubricating Trigger and Hammer
  9. 04:59Disassembling Upper Receiver
  10. 05:17Lubricating Upper Receiver Interior
  11. 05:42Lubricating Forward Assist
  12. 05:54Lubricating Ejection Port Area
  13. 06:45Lubricating Charging Handle
  14. 07:45Lubricating Bolt Carrier Group
  15. 09:17Reassembling Bolt Carrier Group
  16. 09:39Rejoining Receivers & Final Wipe Down

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best lubricants for an AR-15?

The video recommends Go Juice by ALG Defense or Lucas Extreme Duty Gun Oil. Lucas Extreme Duty Gun Oil is highlighted for its needle applicator, which is useful for reaching tight spots on the AR-15.

How do I lubricate the trigger group on an AR-15?

Apply lubricant to the springs and all contact points within the trigger group. Focus on the flat polished spots, as these indicate where the trigger components make contact and will benefit most from lubrication.

Should I lubricate the buffer spring on my AR-15?

While not always mandatory, lubricating the buffer spring is recommended to reduce metal-on-metal friction and grinding within the buffer tube, leading to smoother operation.

Where should I apply lubricant inside the AR-15 upper receiver?

Apply lubricant along the inside walls of the upper receiver where the charging handle and bolt carrier group slide back and forth. Also, lubricate the forward assist mechanism and the ejection port area.

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