Ruger Mark III 22 45

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I bought the Mark II bushing (at least I think it is the right part) doesn't seem to work right.
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I used a couple stainless steel washers from Ace Hardware on the Mk III bushing. Runs like a top too. That dang mag safety was the first thing to go, and Bullseye57's sight was all I needed to find my way around this pistol.

Here's a video of how it's done:

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What do I have to do to install the Mark II Bushing? Do I just leave that spring out and the other metal part?
 
If you're replacing the factory mag safety, yes. You remove the spacer and spring thing that is currently residing against the right side of the hammer, and the barrel/tube that holds it together (save all your OEM parts so you can return it to factory specs if you sell it or give it away). Replace them with the MKII hammer bushing. There will be a space between the "washer" of the bushing (the flat outer portion) and the hammer on the bottom edge, but the top edge will contact the side of the hammer and space it properly. See the pics in that link I posted.

http://www.guntalk-online.com/images/m3innomen.JPG
 
You have a lot of options on the Ruger's MK's. The Clark MKII Hammer Bushing is the best choice it you want to remove the mag disc. The Clark is oversize and will fit the hammer tightly removing 1 rotating point on the hammer. Which in turn removes trigger creep. Throw a VQ Sear in and maybe their hammer and your set. Once thing the Clark bushing does that the std bushing does not is limit the sear engagement.

The LCI has been know to cause stove pipes when it gets dirty. This must be kept clean and dry. I use it as a indicator when it times to Detail clean the gun. Don't detail clean it ever time you shoot. It only needs it about 2k-2500 rounds.

You will love the trigger once the work is done. I have to warn anyone on how smooth and light my trigger is. Normally I let them dry fire so they now what to expect.

I have a dot sight on mine a life saver for aging eyes.

22's are picky when it comes to ammo. Find what yours like. My best hunting round is a American Eagle 38gr HV HP. Just stay away from Hyper Velocity, and be aware that Rem Thunderbolts are know to lead barrel. Mine likes the cheap Fed Bulk for plinking.

Enjoy your 22/45.
 
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Once thing the Clark bushing does that the std bushing does not is limit the sear engagement.
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This is a big reason why I got the clark and put up with the headache of installing it. I tried the washer method but trigger creep was way worse afterward. The outer diameter of the clark hammer bushing spaces the sear properly.

My 22/45 trigger now rivals my Browning Challenger, and that's saying something.

As for the LCI, it's easy enough to remove or disable--not that I would recommend such a thing-- (or you can buy space fillers if you're the litigious type).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oBAe8sgc8EA
 
"RE-assembly" is a common complaint of Mk.III owners. I understand a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering helps. :eek:

That said, I plan on just using a LOTTA q-tips and cleaning the bore, until I feel the need to remove the grips and finally soak it in "something." And PRAY that that works! :uhoh:
 
What problems are you having, War Wagon? I've reviewed this thread and don't see anything mentioned. Field stripping/cleaning/reassembly is not a big deal. Detail stripping is a bit more involved, but still very straightforward. I'd rather take this gun apart than a series 80 colt, for example. Getting those 80 trigger bits back in correctly is fiddly.
 
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"RE-assembly" is a common complaint of Mk.III owners. I understand a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering helps. :eek:

That said, I plan on just using a LOTTA q-tips and cleaning the bore, until I feel the need to remove the grips and finally soak it in "something." And PRAY that that works! :uhoh:
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Field stripping is a piece of cake once you learn the positions the hammer and hammer strut have to be in for the gun to go back together. I've never timed myself, but bet I can strip and reassemble one in under 2 minutes....They really are simple guns.
 
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What problems are you having, War Wagon?
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NONE, so far! Reading threads like this from other owners on other boards though, has sufficiently intimidated from attempting to take it apart yet.

Having owned it for almost two years now, I FINALLY shot it about 3 weeks ago. Put 8 mags through it with nary a hitch. No major breakdown and cleanup needed as yet, but I'm still trying to steel myself for that eventuality. :eek:
 
It really isn't that bad. Field stripping/cleaning (if necessary) and reassembly is not a big deal. Just follow the directions. The hammer strut is really the only thing you have to pay attention to. And if you have a concept of how the pistol works, it's quite a logical process to reassemble correctly.

Reading some of the posts on the net you'd get the impression it was like reprogramming the computers on Apollo 13 or something. LOL

Thanks for the pic, micdude! :cool:
 
I woulda been one of the first to agree how easy it is. No problems with my brand new MkIII, first time, second time, or any time. Esp after removing the mag disconnect. Field stripping the gun is downright fun, to me. The only tool I need is an empty 22LR case to pop the lever.

But the first time I cleaned my buddy's MkIII, boy that was a royal PITA. Needed to improvise some tools to lever the mainspring tensioner out the back of the grip. The hammer didn't want to lay right to get the bolt back in. The receiver didn't want to line up with the frame just right to get the pin back in. And relearning the darn mag dance to get the hammer and strut set right didn't do me any favors. If that had been my first encounter, I would be singing a different tune.
 
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The field stripping is easy. It's when you get into the the lower that things took a turn for IDK what's going on.
 
I put a Clark MkII bushing in my MkIII. There is going to be some variation in how tight it fits from needed to be pressed on, tapped on, or loose (loose is not what you want).

Mine was a nice tight fit but not so tight I couldn't get it on. I guess I got lucky in that regard.
 
I installed a VQ trigger, sear and the Clark hammer bushing in my MKIII. Runs like a top now, trigger is about 2 lbs. I originally put in a MKII bushing but my gun didn't run that well with it.

Field stripping is no big deal and can be done in minutes! The first couple of times it was a bear!

Have fun!
 
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