C.O.R.E. Tech Question

[fred5876r]

Does anyone know the exact type and size of tool needed to remove the striker block on a C.O.R.E. slide? I emailed Apex Tactical and was told it is a T5. However, all my T5 bits just spin freely in the hole, and my T6s are too large - won't enter the hole in the retaining screw.

 

[Bkreutz]

I looked at the screw after I tried with a T5 and the splines were stripped out. Then I took a T6 and tapped it into the screw with a small hammer then turned the screw out. I'm thinking the screw is alloy and not very hard. Hope this helps.

 

[Danno_man]

Not sure on the actual size, but I use the same tool that I use when I repair iPods. I think you can get the tool kit for a few dollars on amazon or eBay.

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[fred5876r]

Thanks for the tip, Bkreutz. It worked great. I just ordered a Apex Forward Set Trigger & Sear Kit, now that I know I will be able to install the new USB.

 

[Danno_man]

I used one of these two.

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[DanTana]

I think I ended up using a hex key wrench to take mine off. When I looked closely it did look like a torx but the hex key fit and did the job fine.

 

[AwfAxis]

It's a hex screw. You have to get the right size, and be very careful not to strip it. If messed up, then the torx will work if pounded in.

 

[DanTana]

Good picture, my eyes couldn't see that small screw very well.

 

[fred5876r]

If it is a hex, I wonder why the Apex Tactical tech told me it was a T5?