Need the ODT Gunsmithers HELP.......AR, Gas Block FSP)

[meastt]

OK gents,

I was attempting to remove a A2 style front sight gas block on a Bushmaster AR today. I understand that the pins are taperd and its critical to punch the smaller end so it can fall out, I am doing that. I was able to get one pin out but the second pin WONT BUDGE and now im starting to mushroom the small side of the pin so I'm getting a bit worried.

The biggest issue for me is that I'm lacking the proper tools (and a vise to hold it in place). Is there anyone on here with the right tools that thinks they can knock this thing out? I'm stopping now before I go pay someone.

Any help would be appreciated.

-Mike

 

[Trader Jordon]

Go see dave at Bartow Knife and Gun, he can knock it out for ya! if not come by my place and I'll give it a wack, lol. All kidding aside the vise will make the difference.

 

[b.a.customkydex]

Get a bfh and a nail set. That's how I get them started. Then once started just drive it out with a regular punch. The convex head of the nail set will help keep it on the pin in the first critical hits.

 

[T-Roy]

Pm sent

 

[mtdawg169]

I'm in McDonough. I can get it off for you if you can get it to me. The Brownells bench block, a big hammer and a good punch will do the trick. Just don't damage the pin any further, or you may have to grind it flat.

 

[meastt]

Thanks fellas, Troy9749 saved the day! He very generously invited me to his home and had it out in no time. BIG THANKS Troy!

 

[T-Roy]

Thanks fellas, Troy9749 saved the day! He very generously invited me to his home and had it out in no time. BIG THANKS Troy!

No problem bro

 

[Hayata]

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