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M1 Carbine, piston / nut question.

A.J. Holst

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After YouTubing some DIY videos, I took a closer look at mine.

From the vids, the nut should be flush then peened. Mine is slightly recessed.

I am ordering a new piston and nut (And wrench)

What is correct install of the new nut?

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The nut goes all the way in flush and is then staked. Usually if anything it sticks out too far from not being cleaned properly. The only way it could go too far is if the bore or nut was damaged or m

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The nut goes all the way in flush and is then staked. Usually if anything it sticks out too far from not being cleaned properly. The only way it could go too far is if the bore or nut was damaged or machined. I can’t find a spec on the depth.

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