AR-10 suddenly stops feeding, even first shot from magazine
Hey
I was zeroing a buddies' Wilson AR-10 when it suddenly stopped feeding. I mean every damn shot was getting jammed at the base of the ramp. It was feeding absolutely fine for the first 10-12 shots. I swapped out ammo and not a single shot Ould get up the ramp...even FMJ. We swapped mags and same issue. Clues? Speculation? Again, this isn't the gas system, it won't feed the first shot out of the mag whether you cycle it manually or drop bolt for bolt release.
AR-10 suddenly stops feeding, even first shot from magazine
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The Dumb Gun Collector
I was using it for a monopod at first. After it started malfunctioning I stopped. Also remember, this was happening on a locked back bolt. I literally couldn't get any ammo to feed from a mag.
No gun plumber here, but I would separate the upper and lower and try inserting the mag into the lower and push up mag like it might be when using it as a mono pod. If the mag goes in deeper than the normal notch, I'd try putting another twist or two on mag release. If that does not work, I'd try another mag release. I have a bunch in a bin. When you look at many side by side you will notice that they have some variation from part to part. Look for one with a lil longer hook to hold mag in place if that makes sense. I might also try another mag release spring....