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January 30th, 2012, 08:15 | #1 |
Remove main valve from we m4 gbbr mags?
Is there a way to do remove it without using valve tool?
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January 30th, 2012, 08:36 | #2 |
Tys
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Take a very large flat head screwdriver and a dremel tool...grind/cut it to shape to make it look like the tip of a valve tool.
You can also use an appropriate sized sheet of steel...and cut out the notch you need to make a sort of key. You may need to heat treat/temper it so it won't bend. Or...you can use a lathe and turn a cylinder to fit the valve...then use a mill (or even a good file) to cut the prongs you need to fit. Again, you may have to heat treat it...depending on the metal you use. Or...you can buy/borrow a valve key. Last edited by m102404; January 30th, 2012 at 08:41.. |
January 30th, 2012, 09:30 | #3 |
I use a modified tweezer
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January 30th, 2012, 09:48 | #4 |
Division
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I use a bent fork
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January 30th, 2012, 09:48 | #5 |
Modify makes everything!!
If you are ordering parts like your valve, chances are there's a key for sale at the same site, I recomend buying one with your next order. Makes things easier in the long run. |
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January 30th, 2012, 09:58 | #6 |
airsoftparts.ca has one
oooooh it's the first time I see an actual valve key, this is what it looks like
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January 30th, 2012, 10:21 | #7 |
I did what M102404 did and cut mine out of an old flat head screwdriver... easy, and cost me no money, plus its already hardened so it won't flex or bend...
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January 30th, 2012, 11:34 | #8 |
If you can't modify a screwdriver as has been suggested or if you don't want to buy/wait for a valve key you can also use the inside measurement probes from a micrometer to apply the force required.
Did this for a few months when I first started working on resealing GBBR mags before I bought a valve key. |
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January 30th, 2012, 14:30 | #9 |
Thanks for for all the responses! I bought a key, but the notches are to large for the grooves of the valve. I'll try some of the techniques/modifications you all used. Thanks again
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January 30th, 2012, 15:11 | #10 |
If you have a good file you could try to grind the sides of the notches to bring them down until they will mate successfully with the valve.
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January 30th, 2012, 15:26 | #11 |
I heard from my buddy that the top of scissor's work(the 2 point's.
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March 23rd, 2012, 15:05 | #12 |
is the valve supposed to be turned a certain way?
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March 23rd, 2012, 15:31 | #13 |
will always be Mike Litoris in our hearts
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turn it CCW to loosen. Should be like that for most valves
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