Yugo RPK fsb removal

[ArmyBrat61]

I have a Yugo RPK that I'm trying to remove the bipod so I can replace it with a bipod that has adjustable legs. How do I get the front sight base off? Does it unscrew? Does it need to be pressed off or pulled off with a gear puller? or should I get a big honkin hammer and wale away at it? Yugos are well built and stubborn little beasties.....

Edited April 6, 2013 by ArmyBrat61

[Mike]

Both of mine come right off once the pins are removed.  Soak it in Kroil then enlist a brass or lead hammer to gently tap it off.

 

Just curious, what bipod you are replacing it with?

 

Mike

[ArmyBrat61]

I bought a Romanian bipod with extending legs, off an AES 10 I think....has the same OD as my barrel, same cut profile for the fsb and opening for the cleaning rod. I like being up more than the stock bipod allows for...

[ArmyBrat61]

Thanks for the info Mike...the pins tapped out quite easily but the base is being stubborn. I ran 3in1 oil across the seams, stood it in a corner and will let it sit for awhile.....should be taking pics of the project....hmmm