S ScottNM Member Joined Jun 17, 2009 Messages 9 Reaction score 0 Sep 27, 2009 #1 How do you clean/dry the breech plug hole after using solvent and hoppes? What fits through there that will remove residue? thanks
How do you clean/dry the breech plug hole after using solvent and hoppes? What fits through there that will remove residue? thanks
B Busta Well-Known Member * Joined Mar 10, 2008 Messages 2,906 Reaction score 483 Sep 27, 2009 #2 Use a drill bit for the flame channel. A nipple pick or a needle with thread or string can also be used to clean the flash hole. Pressurized air also works to blast and dry the inside of the plug after solvents have loosened things up.
Use a drill bit for the flame channel. A nipple pick or a needle with thread or string can also be used to clean the flash hole. Pressurized air also works to blast and dry the inside of the plug after solvents have loosened things up.
Confederate rifleman Supporter Supporting member * Joined Feb 21, 2008 Messages 2,158 Reaction score 2,023 Sep 27, 2009 #3 For all but the narrowest portion of the flame channel a pipe cleaner is excellent.
Widude Supporter Supporting member * Joined Mar 7, 2006 Messages 1,851 Reaction score 369 Sep 30, 2009 #4 I use pipe cleaners, Q-Tips, & a set of 'torch/welding tip cleaners' if need be.