suppressor/tracer mounting

rogue 46 · August 4th, 2009, 08:07

want to know how to remove the flash hider tip and add threading on my m4a1 so i can install a cw/ccw tracer/supprsr.?

coach · August 4th, 2009, 08:17

what brand gun you have would help

TokyoSeven · August 4th, 2009, 08:56

There should be no need to add threading, as threading should exist under the existing flash hider. Simply removing the flash hider is all you need to do if you wish to thread on a new suppressor. As long as the threading of your barrel matches that of the threading of your suppressor you will be fine.

Be warned as some brands actually use glue or some form of adhesive to secure the flash hider onto the barrel threading, while some brands like Tokyo Marui use a small grub screw to secure the flash hider. Use an Allen/hex key of the appropriate size to remove the grub screw and then you should be good to dethread the existing flash hider.

BGrail25 · August 4th, 2009, 11:35

Well just don't try and "softly" pry it off... I tried on one of my crappy guns and it broke the whole outer barrel... I just made a homemade suppressor for my other gun that instead of screwing on, just slides on and off because it is tight. It doesn't fall off at least.

Jayne Finch · August 4th, 2009, 12:39

on the bottom of the flashider there should be a small set screw. generaly a 1.5mm allen key. loosten that screw. there may be some glue or loc-tite on the treads as well. use a pair of vice grips to hold the outer barrel (wrap a rag around the barrel first) then use a wrench on the flats of the flash hider to loosen it off. you will likely have to turn it ccw to remove it. have fun.

TokyoSeven · August 4th, 2009, 12:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by rogue 46

my gun is a dpms ar 17 upgrade version.the flash hider appears to be glued.so to soften it ,ie; hot water? will there be a thread there once removed?

There should be some form of threading, unless its an extremely low quality item.

Danke · August 4th, 2009, 13:09

Here's kind of what it looks like.

http://www.tokyomaruiguns.com/17926.html

Jayne Finch · August 4th, 2009, 13:12

nevermind. that looks like an all plastic rifle.

EDWARD I. MAIDEN · August 5th, 2009, 21:11

I could be wrong but I own a weapon like that and the reason why I could not find a set screw is because the whole thing is one piece (plastic) if you try to remove it you will likely crack the entire front end...just my 2 cents worth..EDWARD out...

surebet · August 6th, 2009, 08:37

Try to source a silencer that slips on the flash hider, but without being AV'd you may be SOL.

rogue 46 · August 6th, 2009, 23:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by rogue 46

want to know how to remove the flash hider tip and add threading on my m4a1 so i can install a cw/ccw tracer/supprsr.?

its all ok now ..id find the small set screw for removing the f,hider.thanx to those that tried to help with this.

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August 4th, 2009, 08:07	#1
rogue 46 Trader rating Join Date: May 2009 Location: delta.bc	suppressor/tracer mounting want to know how to remove the flash hider tip and add threading on my m4a1 so i can install a cw/ccw tracer/supprsr.?

August 4th, 2009, 08:56	#3
TokyoSeven Red Wine & Adderall Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Saskatoon, SK	There should be no need to add threading, as threading should exist under the existing flash hider. Simply removing the flash hider is all you need to do if you wish to thread on a new suppressor. As long as the threading of your barrel matches that of the threading of your suppressor you will be fine. Be warned as some brands actually use glue or some form of adhesive to secure the flash hider onto the barrel threading, while some brands like Tokyo Marui use a small grub screw to secure the flash hider. Use an Allen/hex key of the appropriate size to remove the grub screw and then you should be good to dethread the existing flash hider. __________________ "Its only a little bit on fire"

August 4th, 2009, 12:39	#5
Jayne Finch Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: my field mostly. seems that way at least.	on the bottom of the flashider there should be a small set screw. generaly a 1.5mm allen key. loosten that screw. there may be some glue or loc-tite on the treads as well. use a pair of vice grips to hold the outer barrel (wrap a rag around the barrel first) then use a wrench on the flats of the flash hider to loosen it off. you will likely have to turn it ccw to remove it. have fun. __________________ -------------------------------------------------------- "bitches don't know 'bout my killing zombies!" "Be polite. Be professional. But, have a plan to kill everyone you meet." "i don't have a license to kill. but i have a learners permit!"

August 4th, 2009, 08:17	#2
coach aka coachster Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: T dot	what brand gun you have would help

August 4th, 2009, 11:35	#4
BGrail25 Trader rating Join Date: May 2009	Well just don't try and "softly" pry it off... I tried on one of my crappy guns and it broke the whole outer barrel... I just made a homemade suppressor for my other gun that instead of screwing on, just slides on and off because it is tight. It doesn't fall off at least.

August 4th, 2009, 13:09	#7
Danke Prancercise Guru Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Danger Zone	Here's kind of what it looks like. http://www.tokyomaruiguns.com/17926.html __________________ Airsoft, where nothing is hurt but feelings.

August 4th, 2009, 13:12	#8
Jayne Finch Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: my field mostly. seems that way at least.	nevermind. that looks like an all plastic rifle. __________________ -------------------------------------------------------- "bitches don't know 'bout my killing zombies!" "Be polite. Be professional. But, have a plan to kill everyone you meet." "i don't have a license to kill. but i have a learners permit!"

August 5th, 2009, 21:11	#9
EDWARD I. MAIDEN Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: THIRD ROCK FROM THE SUN..FOR NOW..TILL' MY RIDE SHOW'S UP...	I could be wrong but I own a weapon like that and the reason why I could not find a set screw is because the whole thing is one piece (plastic) if you try to remove it you will likely crack the entire front end...just my 2 cents worth..EDWARD out... __________________ "Woe to you, Oh Earth and Sea,for the Devil sends the Beast with wrath,because he knows the time is short...Let him who hath understanding reckon the number of the Beast for it is a human number, its number is Six Hundred and Sixty-six."(Revelations Ch.x111 v18)

August 6th, 2009, 08:37	#10
surebet Vicious MSPaint Wizard Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Longueuil, Quebec	Try to source a silencer that slips on the flash hider, but without being AV'd you may be SOL. __________________ Annoyingly good with numbers Stop American Censorship

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