ca-75b jamming constantly

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I have a CZ-75b that used to be extremely reliable. Now is it jamming 3 or 4 times per box of ammo I fire. I have tried multiple types of ammo UMC, Win USA etc. Also I have 4 magazines for it and have tried using everyone of those and it still jams with each. What is happening is that after firing around 5 or 6 rounds of a magazine it will fail to eject a empty case. So it attempts to feed a live round into the spent case and jams. It was very relaible 3 years ago when I bought it. Last few range trips though and nothing but problems. Anyone have any ideas for me or should I just take it to a gunsmith?
 
Is the extractor gunked? They get that way on CZ's. Spray the snot out of it w/brake cleaner or some-such.
 
Clean the gun carefully, paying particular attention to the mags, chamber, and extractor "hook" and spring.
If that doesn't solve your problem, wolff has extra power extractor springs available on their new products page that should do it.
The extractor spring is a "problem" with the CZs, just like slide stops and mag springs.
 
Mine threw that sort of fit.
I cleaned out from under the extractor, taking it out to do a thorough job, and it helped for a while.
I read up on the CZ forum and concluded that either the extractor hook was dull or the spring was weak. A new extractor and spring for $13 fixed it. I suspect the spring was the culprit, but the price was low and now I have the old extractor as a spare if needed.

I'd get the Wolff extra strength spring for $3.49 first. I think I will anyhow, I need some springs for another gun so the shipping won't eat me up on one spring.
 
Sounds like extractor or extractor springs to me, too.

Remove the slid.ke and then remove extractor (drive the pin down through the top of the slide), and clean out the gunk that has probably built up under the extractor, in the cavity in the slide.

If that doesn't do it, try a new spring from Wolff springs.

If that doesn't do it, talk with CZ about a new extractor. Or send it to them and let them figure it out.

You SHOULD NOT be having these kinds of problems.

And join us on the CZ Forum...

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walt has got the goods. With one exception, you can do a visual inspection of the extractor first and see if it is rounded off. If you don't know what it should look like new though, then what he says is correct.

When I get home, I'll see if I can get a good pic of what a non-worn extractor looks like.
 
Oh wow, okay.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR CZ 75

Stripping for Cleaning - Disassembly

POINT YOUR PISTOL IN A SAFE DIRECTION!
1. Remove the magazine. The pistol must not be disassembled with the magazine inserted!
2. Put the safety to "OFF" position, in order to release the movement of the slide (not valid for versions with no manual safety).
3. MAKE SURE THAT THERE IS NO CARTRIDGE IN THE CHAMBER!
4. Retract the hammer slightly back and then release it, until it stops on half-cock (safety) notch position. In this state the handling which follows will be easier.
5. Put your left thumb through the trigger guard and with the other fingers grasp the top of the front part of the slide firmly. Push the slide slightly back until the two vertical lines on the rear part of the frame and slide are in line with each other.
6. KEEPING THE LINES ALIGNED push (tap) the slide stop from the right hand side of the weapon, i.e. using the magazine base or pistol tool provided. Remove the slide stop from the left.
7. Pull the slide and the barrel forward off the frame.
8. Remove the recoil spring and guide and finally the barrel.
No further disassembly is needed for routine maintenance. When a great number of cartridges has been fired, it is advisable to also disassemble the firing pin and magazine.

Firing Pin Disassembly
Push in the rear end of firing pin using a suitable tool, below the level of the firing pin stop, and shift the firing pin stop approx. 2 mm down. Then cover the firing pin stop with your thumb in order not to lose the spring-loaded firing pin and with the other hand pull the firing pin stop completely off the slide. Be very careful at this stage of the disassembly procedure, as the firing pin is spring-loaded and could fly out, getting lost, or even causing injury. If you have a pistol with a firing pin block safety, entrust this disassembly procedure and cleaning to a competent gunsmith!

Magazine Disassembly
To remove the magazine base, push on the base lock which sticks out through a hole in the base and slide the base about 5 mm towards the front of the magazine. Cover the base with your thumb to prevent losing the magazine spring and with the other hand take off the base from its guiding rails. Be careful during the disassembly as the spring could fly out, or even cause an injury. No further disassembly of your pistol is recommended. Should your pistol require adjustment or repair be sure the task is entrusted to a competent gunsmith!

Cleaning the Pistol
Clean the pistol:
 Each time you use it
 If you get your pistol wet
 As soon as possible after shooting
 At least once a year in a temperate climate - As often as once a month in a tropical climate, or other demanding environment

Cleaning the Barrel Bore and the Cartridge Chamber
If the pistol has not been fired or if only a few cartridges have been fired, clean the barrel bore and cartridge chamber by the clean patch attached to the cleaning rod. Repeat the cleaning, changing patches, until the last patch comes out clean. When the barrel bore is very dirty, apply a gun cleaning solution using a cleaning brush. Let the solvent act for about 10 minutes (this time may vary depending on the solvent agent being used). Then thoroughly scrub out the barrel bore. Subsequently, dry the barrel bore and cartridge chamber with a clean patch and check that all powder residues or fouling have been removed. If necessary repeat this procedure. The cleaning rod and the brush must be inserted into the barrel bore from the chamber, to prevent wear or damage to the muzzle. Pass the brush all the way through the barrel bore before reversing the movement. If you try to change directions with the brush in the barrel, the brush could stick.

Cleaning of Other Pistol Parts
Other parts of the pistol (including the external surfaces of the barrel) should be cleaned with a dry cloth, old toothbrush, brass bristle brush or a wooden scraper. Preserving oil or paraffin oil can be used for proper cleaning. Never use the agent designed for barrel bore cleaning! These solutions could remain in the joints, and after some time could cause corrosion. Check that cloth particles or brush bristles have not become lodged in any part of the pistol.


********* OPOTC CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR PISTOLS**********

When disassembled, the pistol should be cleaned using the following as a guide.

A. Barrel

1. Clean with a wire brush from breech end out to muzzle, start with a dry brush, the wet with solvent.
2. The breech face of the barrel and locking lug should be cleaned well with a toothbrush.
3. The feed ramp should be cleaned thoroughly.
4. Swab out barrel until swab or patch comes out clean. Inspect bore for pitting. Pass a lightly oiled patch through bore and chamber.

B. Slide

1. The slide should be cleaned with a brush with special attention given to the breech face.
2. The extractor should be cleaned in the hook area. Check for freedom of movement and hook for damage.
3. Recoil Guide-wipe with patch-check for straightness.
4. Recoil Spring-wipe with a patch and inspect for coil defects.
5. Plunger-clean with dry brush, depress safety pin plunger to insure free movement. Depress firing pin to insure freedom of movement and firing pin block.
6. Inspect sights for tightness, alignment and damage.

C. Frame

1. Clean frame with toothbrush.
2. Wipe off any residue with cloth.
3. Special attention to ejector lever and safety levers, check for freedom of movement.
4. Wipe hammer clean, check for freedom of movement.
5. Inspect magazine release button for freedom of movement.

D. Magazine

1. Wipe all magazine parts clean with cloth.
2. Use a dry toothbrush to insure follower is free of residue. Inspect follower for damage.
3. Inspect magazine tube for dents or cracks. Inspect spring for damage. Inspect floorplate for cracks.
4. Wipe dry with cloth.


GLHF
 
The instructions listed above are for the older Pre-B (or an 85 Combat), which has a firing pin stop. The newer 75B has a firing pin retention roll pin which must be driven out. The newer guns (any .40 is newer) does not have a firing pin stop.

This set of instructions makes no reference to the extractor or extractor cavity, and that is one of the quirks of the design. (Some of the clones have an opening between the extractor cavity and the firing pin channel, so there's apparently no build up under the extractor.
 
My 75b military started doing the same thing awhile back. I tried cleaning the extractor, then a new spring from wolf. I still had problems so I contacted cz and got a new extractor and put it in. Problem solved. The new extractor also had a bigger claw than the one that it replaced. My cz has never run better. Mark
 
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