I recently picked up a Slide Action Tube in like new condition- as a bonus, the action ring that holds the fore end on came attached...
Little did I know, and I didn't think to check, but the ring is really on there tight! The ring won't budge either way. It's about half way down the threaded portion. There appears to be no rust or epoxy or solder.
I have the action wrench, but I cannot get a good grip on the tube without crushing it. I installed it on the gun but I thought for sure I would bugger the gun AND the tube before it broke free... It's been sitting in fresh Liquid Wrench for a week with no results...
Any suggestions appreciated...
Little did I know, and I didn't think to check, but the ring is really on there tight! The ring won't budge either way. It's about half way down the threaded portion. There appears to be no rust or epoxy or solder.
I have the action wrench, but I cannot get a good grip on the tube without crushing it. I installed it on the gun but I thought for sure I would bugger the gun AND the tube before it broke free... It's been sitting in fresh Liquid Wrench for a week with no results...
Any suggestions appreciated...