I bought a NEW S&W 686+ a few months ago - It's a 686-6.
And when i got it home I noticed that the firing pin bushing (or cup) was slightly bulged on the front surface and it seems like it functions OK but it sort of bugs me.
At first I thought I'd stone it flat, but then I saw that a replacement is inexpensive, so I ordered one and I figured I'd replace it.
So it looks like it's a press fit and it pushes in from the front, and removes using a punch from the back..
Also I expected it to be tight, since there isn't any positive retention system.
And yes - It's tight.
What is the correct way to remove and replace that part?
It seems smart to ask before I damage anything.
Thanks
And when i got it home I noticed that the firing pin bushing (or cup) was slightly bulged on the front surface and it seems like it functions OK but it sort of bugs me.
At first I thought I'd stone it flat, but then I saw that a replacement is inexpensive, so I ordered one and I figured I'd replace it.
So it looks like it's a press fit and it pushes in from the front, and removes using a punch from the back..
Also I expected it to be tight, since there isn't any positive retention system.
And yes - It's tight.
What is the correct way to remove and replace that part?
It seems smart to ask before I damage anything.
Thanks