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Nathan ,about oiling trigger
@ 08:12 pm (GMT) |
Craig HenardHi NathanCurious whether I need to oil the trigger on Tikka T3 Superlight? As you know I live and Hunt in a very humid enviroment and I am curious whether oiling the trigger internals will help preserve the sear surfaces and if so How do I do it on a Tikka T3 and is it best to use a heavy oil or light oil ? Thanks Craig |
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@ 08:43 pm (GMT) |
Nathan FosterRe: Nathan ,about oiling triggerHi Craig, if possible, use a regular grade synthetic motor oil. Synthetic due to its temperature insensitivity. |
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@ 09:20 pm (GMT) |
Craig HenardRe: Nathan ,about oiling triggerNathan.Do I need to take the trigger off the action or just place a small drop in the hole in the side of the trigger housing ? Thanks Craig |
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@ 09:46 pm (GMT) |
Nathan FosterRe: Nathan ,about oiling triggerJust a drop through the inspection port / hole in the side Craig.If the rifle gets completely wet during a trip, it can be best to spray down the trigger unit with CRC long Life (CRC SP-350), blow out the surplus with an air gun, then finish with another dab or synthetic oil through the inspection port. So in essence, these are two separate operations. One is rust prevention using a light and hopefully non gumming / dust attracting preservative. the second aspect is sear lubrication. |
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@ 11:14 pm (GMT) |
Craig HenardRe: Nathan ,about oiling triggerThanks NathanCraig |
@ 01:24 am (GMT) |
Warwick MarflittRe: Nathan ,about oiling triggerI remember the first shot of my Sako after Nathan oiled it's factory trigger. I jumped because it went off like silk and with less effort. Thanks Nathan. It's the little things that you share with us that makes this place awesome. |
@ 02:23 am (GMT) |
Buck SlammerRe: Nathan ,about oiling triggerWith deference to the renowned South Carolina gunsmith and long range rifle accuracy king, Kenny Jarrett, he advised to NEVER oil a trigger. His personal advice to me regarding trigger maintenance was never oil any trigger, and that only lighter fluid should be used, which cleans the trigger and leaves a very thin film of rust resistant coating. Just an alternative view and food for thought. |
@ 02:49 am (GMT) |
Mike NeesonRe: Nathan ,about oiling triggerWith respect Mr Slammer I don't think Mr Jarrett's views on trigger maintenance are all that different. Synthetic motor oil is VERY thin. If you drop you rifle in a muddy puddle - often not experienced on the range - it would be prudent to clean it - including trigger - before you could feel safe in the knowledge that everything was working as it should. I'm sure Mr Jarrett would agree. I admit that the muddy puddle scenario is extreme, but some environments do require more vigilance. |
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@ 04:29 am (GMT) |
Buck SlammerRe: Nathan ,about oiling triggerHi Mike, I know all about muddy puddles; guiding in Canada. I also have experienced problems with oiling in very cold environs which resulted in parts seizing - but I am sure that is not necessarily applicable in this situation. An alternative argument to your muddy puddle comment is dust sticking to oil, but we'll not get onto that tangent. Having said that, I cannot speak for Kenny, but I have spoken with him and corresponded with him. He was adamant on his trigger maintenance as I have posted. As per my finish in my last post, it was a comment on an alternative view and food for thought. It is not my opinion, just sharing wealth of knowledge from an expert professional. If synthetic oils work for you, terrific. If you want to try what Mr Jarrett recommends, then you now know there are alternative trigger cleaning and lubrication methods. Happy trigger squeezing, Buck. |
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@ 04:37 am (GMT) |
Buck SlammerRe: Nathan ,about oiling triggerActually my personal trigger maintenance is spraying the entire unit with Tetra Fluoropolymer penetrating cleaner and light lubricant. It is a spray can solvent which evaporates and leaves a thin film of synthetic lubricant. I don't know if that product is imported into NZ, but it is here in Aust. Again, just an alternative. |
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