Thread Protector Removal

[eleaf]

I've never had a threaded barrel until now so bear with my apparent stupidity.

I just received my Alexander Arms 6.5 Grendel upper with threaded barrel (Shilen if it matters) which comes with a thread protector installed.

How in the balls do I remove it without taking a vise-grip to it and tearin' it up? I assume it has red loc-tite on it which should make removing it a bear, but I'd like to get it off so that I can install a muzzle brake on that bad boy.

Is there some secret?

I was under the impression that simply screwing it on and off would suffice, but I can't even get that sucker to budge.

Thanks.

 

[showlow50]

Re: Thread Protector Removal

I would first call the manufacture for help but if you could find a strap wrench and add a little heat it should come off.

 

[AK10mm]

Re: Thread Protector Removal

Heat will break red loctite down,but I can't see them using red for that,blue would be fine if any at all,might just be real tight on the bbl shoulder,or you could use some thick rubber with channel locks after you heat it up.

 

[chpprguy]

Re: Thread Protector Removal

Go out shooting, when the barrel warms up, it may loosen enough to remove by hand...

 

[eleaf]

Re: Thread Protector Removal

It was actually a very healthy hand tight. I was simply being ginger. When I finally gave it a man's twist, it budged right loose.

Thanks for the replies.

 

[SScott]

Re: Thread Protector Removal

I had to wrap a piece of leather around mind, and then grabbed it with the pliers.
SScott

 

[Hogshooter]

Re: Thread Protector Removal

A small strap wrench from the hardware store does wonders. I use one all the time on my suppressors when they are really tight.

 

[shoot4fun]

Re: Thread Protector Removal

The 6.5 G is getting to be a hot lick. I may have to do one myself.
Enjoy the new upper and I hope it shoots lights out.

 

[BigDTexas68]

Re: Thread Protector Removal

Don't forget your Wheaties! Remember to clean off the threads on your barrel and your thread protector after each use. It just makes putting on and off the thread protector so much smoother.