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    Default Re: AK handguard retainer

    This should work yes, just locktite the hell out of that nut.

    LawDel, do you just need the pin part?
    Think my near new one is lying in a box somewhere. The plate is in 2 or 3 pieces though from when I cut it off.
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    Default Re: AK handguard retainer

    Thanks Quicksilver, but I need the entire assembly. I also eventually cut the entire retainer off.

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    Default Re: AK handguard retainer

    When I tracked mine down in a Magpul box, I see that the pin is press riveted into the retainer body anyway.
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    Default Re: AK handguard retainer

    A little update:

    So imported a Handguard retainer:


    Gave it to a "gunsmith" that said he'd get it on without removing the gas block. R600 later, this is how I got it back from him. Disgusting.


    I cleaned up the retainer, removed the retaining barrel lug and black goo. Drilled a 6mm hole through the lug seating holes, threaded the holes, blued the bolt and nut. Works well.

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    Looks good, that's shocking what the smith did. What thread pitch did you use?

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    Default Re: AK handguard retainer

    Hi Kwagga.

    Used a metric M6 thread dye and found a bolt that would fit. Also have a nut on the back end for extra security.

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    Default Re: AK handguard retainer

    It shouldn't come loose. Is there a reason you went back to wood?

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    Default Re: AK handguard retainer

    Wanted to return it to its original state. Sold all the Magpul goodies to put the funds into the Colt LE6940 I purchased.

    Oh, due to all the black Magpul I got tired of people complimenting me on my AR, and then having to explain that it was a T56. Hahaha!

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    Default Re: AK handguard retainer

    Quote Originally Posted by LawDel View Post
    Oh, due to all the black Magpul I got tired of people complimenting me on my AR, and then having to explain that it was a T56. Hahaha!
    LOL

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    Default Re: AK handguard retainer

    Im thinking of just slapping on my H2 and a brake and to leave the rest

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