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    Cleaning Rod Question~~

    Hello Experts,

    I just received my Ruger SR556 this Thursday and went out to the shooting range for 'test drive' today.

    I would like to ask all of you the following cleaning rod will fit my SR556 or not?

    Tipton Deluxe 1-Piece Carbon Fiber Cleaning Rod 22 - 26 Caliber 26 inch

    Where can i buy a cleaning jag for the .223??

    Thanks for your time!!
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    Midway or Brownells are good for cleaning stuff.



    22-26 cal will fit a 223 cal rifle.




    I personally use Dewey one piece coated rods.




    Edit: to figure out what size rod you need measure from the back of the action (where you insert the rod) to the end of the barrel. Go the next size up...for instance if you measure, its 22" you would need the next rod larger than 22".
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    Not to hijack the post but would there be an issue with using a 40 inch Tipton rod. Im considering getting that so I can clean my .270 with its rod guide and my marlin lever action.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Belmont31R View Post
    Midway or Brownells are good for cleaning stuff.



    22-26 cal will fit a 223 cal rifle.




    I personally use Dewey one piece coated rods.




    Edit: to figure out what size rod you need measure from the back of the action (where you insert the rod) to the end of the barrel. Go the next size up...for instance if you measure, its 22" you would need the next rod larger than 22".
    Thank you very much for your prompt reply. I was looking at the Dewey rods as well, but couple of my friends suggest to go with the Tipton Carbon Fiber Rod, so just give it a try, i got the 16" Carbine barrel, so i add up a little bit in case i will change to the 20" barrel in the future, that's why i select the 26"

    I think i can order the rod now, cuz i was worry the 22-26 Cal will not fit my 223, but now i got confirmation, so i can order it right away

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    I use Dewey one piece coated rod as well.

    I don't know about Carbon fiber, sure it's strong but it could flex and can leave light scratches on fine barrel.

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    From what I understand its better to clean the bore as little as possible both for wear and to avoid damaging the crown. True/false?

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    Quote Originally Posted by kenny_evo View Post
    Thank you very much for your prompt reply. I was looking at the Dewey rods as well, but couple of my friends suggest to go with the Tipton Carbon Fiber Rod, so just give it a try, i got the 16" Carbine barrel, so i add up a little bit in case i will change to the 20" barrel in the future, that's why i select the 26"

    I think i can order the rod now, cuz i was worry the 22-26 Cal will not fit my 223, but now i got confirmation, so i can order it right away
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    You need to add at least 8" to the barrel length for a rod that will be just barely long enough for an AR. I like 36" rods for 16" barrels. With a rod just barely long enough to clear the barrel, you'll slam into the bore guide when patch comes out of the muzzle.

    Be sure to get proper patches (or at least know how to make proper patches) to avoid getting a patch stuck in the barrel.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jasonhgross View Post
    From what I understand its better to clean the bore as little as possible both for wear and to avoid damaging the crown. True/false?


    Theres no one right answer to cleaning. I have guns with well over 1k through, haven't cleaned much, ect, and they will still shoot sub MOA groups if I do my part.



    I don't think its a good idea to go several thousand rounds if accuracy is a concern. With a CL barrel I might use a rod and brush every few thousand rounds at the most. With my SS barrels I try to at least run some foaming bore cleaner through it every 1-2k. I haven't noticed any accuracy difference between not cleaning, and cleaning, though.


    But it depends on the type of barrel you have. Some are more prone to fouling than others depending on the manufacturing methods. A barrel with rough rifling will catch more fouling than a barrel with a nice smooth bore.


    But despite what type of barrel you have you don't have to clean every few hundred rounds.


    Its pretty hard to damage the crown with cleaning from the chamber end to the muzzle end, use quality cleaning products like dewey rods, ect.


    Its my understanding most barrels shoot best with a little fouling in them anyways.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ucrt View Post
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    You need to add at least 8" to the barrel length for a rod that will be just barely long enough for an AR. I like 36" rods for 16" barrels. With a rod just barely long enough to clear the barrel, you'll slam into the bore guide when patch comes out of the muzzle.

    Be sure to get proper patches (or at least know how to make proper patches) to avoid getting a patch stuck in the barrel.

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    Thanks for the information, just placed the order from Dewey's online store for the .22-.26 Cal 36" rod and a jag

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    Since we are on the topic Id also recommend using nylon brushes instead of metal brushes.





    Also Id recommend using cleaners that do the work for you. There are some good bore cleaners out there that will chemically remove fouling. You shouldnt be there for 2 hours still getting dirty patches. Just be aware the more aggressive cleaners cannot be left in the bore for long.



    SLIP 2000 (Makers of SLIP EWL lube) makes a copper cutter cleaner that works good for me. They also make a carbon cutter cleaner that works really well for cleaning BCG's and chambers. Pat Rogers is a big SLIP fan, and thats where I initially heard for their products. SLIP EWL lube is one of the best for lubing an AR. Lasts much longer than CLP.

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