If I didn't have bad luck, I'd have no luck at all...

[Riomouse911]

I went to the range and shot a batch of guns Friday.

The 686 decided to bind up again (See the other post) it's going to head off to S&W for a factory repair.

Now my Ruger Mk II trigger pin had the head break off, and I didn't even notice it until I cleaned it yesterday!

The head apparently broke off at some point during my shooting. I warmed up with 50 shots with the MkII, and I didn't notice any issues with the trigger press at all. I put that gun away, shot a few others, then came home.

When I was wiping down the frame I noticed a hole in the frame where the trigger pin used to sit, and the trigger was slightly askew. The other end of the pin was still protruding from the other side.

Is this something I can replace easily, or do I need to send this gun to the factory for a repair like the 686??

Stay safe!

 

[BBBBill]

Is this something I can replace easily..?

Yes, if you have basic skills and understanding of mechanical objects. Disassembly instructions are in numerous places on the net.

 

[Jim Watson]

That should be a straightforward replacement, no "fitting."
If it fails again, send it home, something is out of line.

 

[Slamfire]

Yes, if you have basic skills and understanding of mechanical objects. Disassembly instructions are in numerous places on the net.

I took apart the trigger mechanism on my MkII, it was real easy. Assembling required finding a Utube video. There is a trick to it, and, someone out there was nice enough to share. I would still be trying to reassemble the thing without the video.

 

[Riomouse911]

That sounds like just about everything about the MkII, easy take down, impossible reassembly!

I’ll order a replacement trigger pivot pin from Ruger and give it a try. Thanks!

Stay safe.

 

[boom boom]

That sounds like just about everything about the MkII, easy take down, impossible reassembly!

I’ll order a replacement trigger pivot pin from Ruger and give it a try. Thanks!

Stay safe.

If you disassemble it, then I recommend adding the Majestic Arms speed strip kit to ease reassembly in the future. https://majesticarms.com/product-category/speedstripkits/

 

[Blue68f100]

Go http://www.guntalk-online.com/service.html here.

A gunsmith put these guides together to help people out, since he was getting the same things all the time. Clicking on a photo will give you an enlarged photo.

 

[1KPerDay]

^^^^ absolutely the best resource IMO. Detailed pics and instructions for all variants.

 

[SGW Gunsmith]

I went to the range and shot a batch of guns Friday.

The 686 decided to bind up again (See the other post) it's going to head off to S&W for a factory repair.

Now my Ruger Mk II trigger pin had the head break off, and I didn't even notice it until I cleaned it yesterday!

The head apparently broke off at some point during my shooting. I warmed up with 50 shots with the MkII, and I didn't notice any issues with the trigger press at all. I put that gun away, shot a few others, then came home.

When I was wiping down the frame I noticed a hole in the frame where the trigger pin used to sit, and the trigger was slightly askew. The other end of the pin was still protruding from the other side.

Is this something I can replace easily, or do I need to send this gun to the factory for a repair like the 686??

Stay safe!

It's not that hard to do. Follow the Ruger You-tube video on reassembly, it's much easier to see what's actually going on. Let Ruger know about that broken pin, they most likely will send you a new one pro bono!

 

[Riomouse911]

I’ll call this afternoon... I got the return label for my smith 686+ today so it’s just one more quick call...

Stay safe!

 

[Riomouse911]

I called Ruger...sat on hold...and forgot to write down the serial number! Doh!

I’ll be calling back tomorrow

 

[Hookeye]

The pre MKIV are not hard to put together.
Just have to remember gravity is your friend-if you hold the gun right

Mastered it as a kid, in a weekend.
LGS used to call me to fix em, some when stuck are more stubborn than others.
If receiver and grip frame are where they should be, its no big deal.

No need for any aftermarket kit.
A MS housing that's been in and out a few times might be a bit easier (than when new).

Now the 22/45's that get hung up, can be quite the pain. Could be a 10 second wiggle, or 5 minutes worth, to get a stuck MS housing to budge,
But a reg MK.............pretty easy once you get the "knack".

 

[Hookeye]

On the 686....

is the little washer like ring on the ejector rod in its groove?

 

[Riomouse911]

Called Ruger Tuesday, the pin is in the mail gratis from them!

Man, now I see why I have more Ruger brand firearms than any other...

Stay safe!

 

[Riomouse911]

On the 686....

is the little washer like ring on the ejector rod in its groove?

I sent it to S&W last Weds, it’s there and in queue to be fixed,

They said 4-5 week turnaround, so I’ll guess I will get a call in late Jan- early Feb with the diagnosis and recommended fix...

Stay safe!

 

[Riomouse911]

I replaced the pin today, using a long-nosed punch I was able to move the pin catch spring and slide the new pin in from left to right. It popped under the pin catch spring, pushed the old piece of pin out, and slid right into place.

I then cleaned and lubed the gun, and it's ready to roll.

Thanks for the responses, stay safe!