Was cleaning off the cylinder burn marks & lead from a m60 and realised it would be much easier if I could remove the cylinder. Is there any problem with the removal and are there different size tools for different series guns? Never used this tool before and just would like to be confident I won't be doing more harm than good. Any tips would be appreciated.

TIA,
Ray

I don't see the need to remove the cylinder for routine cleaning of the burn marks from the cylinder face. Repeated disassembly will wear the extractor rod threads and increase the likelyhood of extractor rod loosening from firing vibration. Many 'smiths use a drop of Locktite thread sealant to prevent this. Of course, it makes the next disassembly more work. If you do disassemble:

1. N, L, and K extractor rod diameters are identical. J frame is smaller.

2. Drop a couple of empty cases into opposite chambers to relieve the stress on the extractor locator pins.

3. As you disassemble, mark the sequence and orientation of the extractor center pin, collar, and spring. Reinstall in reverse sequence.

Check out the FAQ.

I detail stripped to the smallest part, but taking apart the cylinder every time is not a good idea.
Removing the cylinder and yoke by removing the yoke screw is normal maintenance, so that is fine to do, (when it needs to be cleaned).

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Originally posted by 500 Magnum Nut:
Check out the FAQ.

I detail stripped to the smallest part, but taking apart the cylinder every time is not a good idea.
Removing the cylinder and yoke by removing the yoke screw is normal maintenance, so that is fine to do, (when it needs to be cleaned).

I have cleaned most of the lead and burnt powder off the face of the cyl., but the area in the center, next to the extractor bushing is difficult to get at. I was considering using a tooth brush and some polish to get into that area but was afraid of scratching..

When you clean the cylinder, it's very important to leave the yoke in place so dirt, or bullet material doesn't go inside the cylinder. If crap gets down inside, then when you put the gun back together, you could have a binding issue.

I clean the cylinder with it off the gun, but the yoke is always in my hand too.

If you want to totally clean and oil everything, then you need to follow the instructions on how to detail strip the cylinder. I posted this in the FAQ.

So you mean one should remove the cylinder and yoke from the frame, but keep the yoke and cylinder together while cleaning. Right?

John
Austin, TX

The yoke slides right out of the cylinder. I would just not loosen the extractor rod. That is, clean the cylinder and rod as an assembly.