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08-24-2010, 09:12 AM
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Question For Ruger GP-100 Users
While cleaning after my most recent range visit I noticed the crane latch pivot had worked its way out of the latch. It was easy enough to screw back in, but I wondered if it was something to be concerned about so I called a local gunsmith and emailed Ruger. The gunsmith said not to be concerned - it was normal that this part works its way out over time (the gun is about 18 months old and has 1200 rounds through it), but Ruger emailed me back suggesting I send the gun in for evaluation. Any thoughts?
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08-24-2010, 09:16 AM
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Ruger emailed me back suggesting I send the gun in for evaluation. Any thoughts?
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I'd let Ruger tune up the revolver since they offered, just because. Are they paying for shipping?
As to loose screws, I usually just put on the locktite and forget about it unless it comes out again.
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08-24-2010, 09:19 AM
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I'd let Ruger tune up the revolver since they offered, just because. Are they paying for shipping?
As to loose screws, I usually just put on the locktite and forget about it unless it comes out again.
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No, they didn't offer to pay for shipping. Shipping back and forth would cost more than a tune up by a local gunsmith.
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08-24-2010, 09:01 PM
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Guess I'm lucky, cuz if anything happens to my Ruger revolvers I can merely drop them off at the factory...right here in NH! :-)
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08-24-2010, 09:58 PM
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Put a dab of loctite on the threads and tighten it up; it's a screw!
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08-25-2010, 12:40 AM
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I would double check to see if they would pay shipping both ways.
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08-25-2010, 08:01 AM
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I have seen a few with loose crane latch pivot pins. A little dab of Loctite like tslepebull said will do ya.
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08-25-2010, 08:14 AM
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No, they didn't offer to pay for shipping. Shipping back and forth would cost more than a tune up by a local gunsmith.
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They won't offer...unless you ask.
Ask them for a call tag. The call taker will probably agree.
I say this from personal experience with Ruger.
On my GP100, the crane latch pivot does not look like a screw. It appears to be a pin that is an interference fit. The head is rounded and has no slots for a screw driver.
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What are we discussing here, the cylinder release?
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08-25-2010, 08:31 AM
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They won't offer...unless you ask.
Ask them for a call tag. The call taker will probably agree.
I say this from personal experience with Ruger.
On my GP100, the crane latch pivot does not look like a screw. It appears to be a pin that is an interference fit. The head is rounded and has no slots for a screw driver.
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Mine looks like a threaded pin. There is a very small slot on the head. I had to put on my reading glasses to see it. If this is just something to occasionally check I won't bother sending it back to Ruger. Every time I shoot my 329NG I have to tighten the latch screw and also the screws attaching the rear sight to the frame.
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08-25-2010, 08:32 AM
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What are we discussing here, the cylinder release?
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Yes. It's the threaded pin that screws into the bottom of the cylinder release latch.
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08-25-2010, 09:00 AM
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Gotcha! Thanks. The one on my gun seems tight. I'll double check it with a tiny screwdriver. I think the one that screws into the corkscrew on some Swiss Army knives may fit.
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08-26-2010, 12:26 PM
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Gotcha! Thanks. The one on my gun seems tight. I'll double check it with a tiny screwdriver. I think the one that screws into the corkscrew on some Swiss Army knives may fit.
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How many rounds are through your gun? I never noticed mine until 1200 rounds by which time it had worked itself out enought that a significant portion of the pin was protruding.
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08-26-2010, 12:36 PM
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On my GP100, the crane latch pivot does not look like a screw. It appears to be a pin that is an interference fit. The head is rounded and has no slots for a screw driver.
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Mine as well. Rounded head. No slots for a screw driver.
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08-26-2010, 05:11 PM
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OH, I see it now. You were talking about the crane latch. I was looking in front of the cylinder.
Mine seems tight. I have never needed to mess with it. Blue Loctite may be the best answer.
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08-26-2010, 05:55 PM
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It's normal for it to come loose. Loctite is fine- just make sure it's the kind that'll break loose. Otherwise, clear nail polish works ok, too... Just steal some from your G/F, wife, or sister lol.
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How many rounds are through your gun? I never noticed mine until 1200 rounds by which time it had worked itself out enought that a significant portion of the pin was protruding.
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Maybe 300-400. I'll keep an eye on it.
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