BCM FA BCG MODIFIED w/ FAIL ZERO RANGE REPORT AWESOME
I received my Bravo Full Auto BCG back from Fail Zero on Friday. When to the range that night and yesterday for some Testing. Before installing the bolt I did put a very very light coat of oil on the carrier and bolt.
I managed to shoot 230 rounds through it Friday. I got home and the bolt looked dirty to say the least. I took it apart and cleaned it up. Took me about 15 minutes and there was nothing that required the use of anymore than a rag and a toothbrush and some CLP ( by my own choice). Probably didn't need it.
I should mention I didn't clean anything but the bolt and carrier. I went back Saturday and spent a good part of the day. I fired almost 600 rounds downrange. I probably spent as much time picking up all my brass as I did shooting.
I didn't have any FTF whatsoever. It was suggested I might want a H2 buffer but so far I had not had a problem. I am reloading in the mid ranges using Hornady bullets. Maybe that's why no FTF.
Anyway, had to mow the lawn when I got home, so didn't do any cleanup last night. I know most of you guys spray CLP or the like on and let sit over night. I didn't do that. I did down the barrel quick.
I had 80 rounds of Steel Cased 52 grain Wolfs I'd never used. so decided to see how they would feed before cleanup this Sunday morning. Well I got 5 shots off and it jammed. I cleared it tried again and I nearly emptied the mag before it jammed again. Cleared and tried the other mag. Every shot jammed. I gave up after 6 rounds and stripped it down to clean.
I can only assume the problem with the wolfs was the wolfs. Possibly I'll need a H2 buffer if I use that quality of ammo. Than maybe not with my Reloads. My bcg was clean enough having used no oil this time/ that I wiped it down with a damp rag and than hit it with some compressed AIR. Clean as a Whistle.
Wondering if I wasted my money on my CAR bolt cleaning tool. (Think that's what it's called. Came from the guy who makes the Moacks staking tool.)
The rest of the Rifle cleaned about like normal. Maybe a bit easier. I plan on calling the company to see what other parts might effectively be coated. I know I'll be sending in some spare bolts.
I wouldn't personally want this on any outside parts. It has a slippery feel to it. I doubt I'd like it. I can see doing the receiver maybe.
To all of you guys who say just oil her up and go are missing the boat. Not only does this cycle flawlessly, but the cleanup is awesome. I spent 15 minutes tops both times. How long does it take to clean an untreated bolt and carrier? Remember I said spot less.
I don't know a single shooter that enjoys cleaning rifles and guns. The time this saves and the fact of not needing any elbow grease and chemicals makes it worth it.
Based on my oil and no oil experience. My next test will be to see how many rounds I can shoot before being forced to clean it because it quits. That will be a true clean up test.
Wonder if barrel lug area could be treated>? actually mine looks good for now with just a little clp overnight.