sks cleaning question

[carlrodd]

i've had an sks for awhile, but have recently run into a new problem as far as cleaning is concerned. coming from the small release holes on either side of the gas tube, rust can be seen. i figure then that it has built up inside as well. is there an easy way to clean inside the gas tube, or a way at all?

 

[Kevin_G]

Yes, you should clean this part...once you remove the gas cylinder tube, use a pistol cleaning rod to run some patches through. To see how to remove this part go to the link below....

http://www.surplusrifle.com/sks/carbine/index.asp

 

[MikeG]

Follow the manuals here for disassembly:

http://will.mylanders.com/shot/sks/
http://www.simonov.net/information.htm

I believe a shotgun brush will work for the large diameter end of the gas tube, you may have to improvise for the small end.

If you're shooting corrosive primed ammunition, you should clean the gas tube each time.

 

[easy]

Check here - http://www.sksboards.com/smf/index.php

 

[Dr. Peter Venkman]

Rust is forming because you have not taken the time to clean the gas cylinder.

Stick a couple of patches soaked in bore cleaner in it and spray Breakfree CLP all over it. Wipe thoroughly.

 

[jpwilly]

Yes, as others have you need to clean your gas tube and operation rod as well and I use a thin coating of gun oil to protect but it burns off as soon as a few rounds are fired...