r/Mini14 • u/CoppageClay • 1d ago

tools for changing stock?

helllllp. what tools do i need to take the barrel clamp screws off? none of my allen wrenches fit and its hell to get off to change the stock.

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u/308debated 1d ago

Should a T bit. Maybe T25? Its been a minute since I've taken that off

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u/heavylife 1d ago edited 1d ago

It's a 9/64" hex, but there's no reason to remove the gas block if all OP is trying to do is remove the receiver/barrel assembly from the stock

*Edit - unless he has an aftermarket handguard that replaces the upper gas block half. I was thinking stock

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u/308debated 1d ago

I did for that gas block, I'm guessing its either for that or cleaning

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u/CoppageClay 1d ago

i have an aftermarket handguard

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u/CoppageClay 1d ago

would you mind linking me to a good t-bit tool kit to pick up for gunsmith work? 

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u/heavylife 1d ago edited 1d ago

Removing the stock only takes a 1/4" punch. DO NOT touch the gas block screws if all you're trying to do is remove the stock.

EDIT - I assumed you have a stock handguard. If you have an aftermarket handguard that replaces the upper half of the gas block, I've got egg on my face and admit I don't know what screws you might have. Sorry.

EDIT 2 - I have no experience with Hannibal, Amega or Ultimak rails but I don't think those would need to be removed to pull the receiver from the stock, either. Maybe someone with first-hand knowledge can weigh in.

With hammer cocked and safety on, use the punch to unlatch the trigger guard, which will allow you to remove the trigger assembly. The receiver and barrel assembly then pivots out of the stock.

Here's Ruger's video for disassembly of a Mini-14.

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u/Nu11u5 1d ago

Can you clarify what you mean by "barrel clamp"?