Imbel Parts kit. Removing the Flash Suppresor

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atek3
August 15, 2003, 12:01 AM
Falfiles is down :(

So I'm attempting to remove the flash suppressor from an imbel parts kit, what a pain.
I'm using a 3/8" socket ratchet. Someone recommended using a propane torch to melt/vaporize the 20 yr. old caked grease and then unscrew the thing. How long do I heat it. Can I damage the barrel w/ light heating?

atek3
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Ian Sean
August 15, 2003, 08:49 AM
Remember, LEFT HAND THREADS!. Mine came right off, my buddy had to heat his. If you are using a propane torch it won't get hot enought to damage the thing. MAPP gas will and is what I used to put the new brake on with silver solder.
atek3
August 15, 2003, 09:36 PM
once i figured out righty loosy lefty tighty :) It popped right off.
Now unfortunatly the entreprise zero climb that replaced it over times by about 100 degrees. Any idea for a quick fix that will last me til monday? (maybe locktite?)

atek3
KarlG
August 15, 2003, 10:28 PM
What about a brass washer filed to the proper thickness?
Ian Sean
August 16, 2003, 07:14 AM
The muzzle brake has to be permanently attached using >1100F melting temp silver solder or drilling and pinning to the barrel. Thats as per the ATF, no threaded muzzles allowed.
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