Removing the Cylinder?

Joshua M. Smith · July 31st, 2007, 01:12 PM

Hello all,

I'm wondering how to go about removing the cylinder on a revolver so that the surface on which it rotates can be cleaned? The revolver is a M68 Rossi and should take down similarly to a S&W.

Thanks,

Josh <><

pgrass101 · July 31st, 2007, 01:24 PM

If I have the model correct there should be a screw under the cylinder that you remove and pull the cylinder out with the cylinder open.

It might be a pin, but I believe that Rossi's have screws instead of pins

Joshua M. Smith · July 31st, 2007, 02:05 PM

Thank you.

How about the cylinder from the pin it rotates on? That tends to get crudded. On the single six I use to have it was a simple matter, but i can't figure hout how to get the cylinder off the crane for cleaning the rotational axis surfaces, and I'm not going to attempt it until I know exactly what I'm doing. Looks too fragile in there.

Thanks!

Josh <><

Superhouse 15 · July 31st, 2007, 02:14 PM

Once you get the cylinder assembly out of the gun, put two empty cases in the chambers to keep from bending anything. Then carefully unscrew it, be aware that it probably has reverse threads. Keep track of how all the parts go back together, it will only work one way.

pgrass101 · July 31st, 2007, 02:15 PM

The extractor should slide out of the clyinder watchout for the extractor collar it is small and easy to lose it and s spring should be the only internal parts of the clyinder.

The extractor might need to be pulled if there is a lot of carbon in there. My Rossi the clyinder slides off free once it is removed from the frame.

pistola · July 31st, 2007, 02:22 PM

Some ejector rods can be difficult to remove and some are quite fragile.Most screw out,or the extractor screws out from the rod. You may be better off to soak the cylinder assembly in a solvent or kerosene,working the ejector rod and flushing repetedly. This will maybe save you a bent or crimped ejector rod. Wipe dry and lightly lubricate.

Rob72 · July 31st, 2007, 02:22 PM

Joshua,
When I had revos, I usually clamped the ejector rod in a vise between two pieces of 2x4, as tight as I could, and gently started twisting the cyilnder body to the right, IIRC. I had Smiths, so YMMV... The wood won't crush the rod, and you shouldn't need to wrench too hard- if you do have to work it, the wood gives before the rod.

Joshua M. Smith · July 31st, 2007, 05:09 PM

Thank you gents, I seem to have gotten it.

I'm wanting another 4" M19-2 again. Pinned, recessed, nice. I didn't know how to work on it when I had it and ended up letting it go.

The only thing wrong with it was the ejector rod kept coming loose and binding the cylinder. I learned that was a simple fix years ago, right after I said "goodbye" to that revolver. I miss it.

Thanks,

Josh <><

FknRa · July 31st, 2007, 10:58 PM

I was going to say. Remove all plastic parts and let it soak in Acetone overnight. It will loosen/disolve EVERYTHING you might have in there. (including any paint) Rinse with solvent to clear everything out and then boil it to remove the solvent. When done use compressed air and or hair dryer to dry. Finish it up with a heavy dose of lube and you're good to go.

July 31st, 2007, 01:12 PM	#1
Joshua M. Smith Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Wabash IN Posts: 616	Removing the Cylinder? Hello all, I'm wondering how to go about removing the cylinder on a revolver so that the surface on which it rotates can be cleaned? The revolver is a M68 Rossi and should take down similarly to a S&W. Thanks, Josh <>< __________________ Is it better to live by a corrupt society's standards rather than face persecution for not doing the same? This is the dilemma we now face. We must hold fast to our convictions as we confront this dilemma. Knowing one's self goes a long way in the crisis. - Me H&A Firearms Board

July 31st, 2007, 01:24 PM	#2
pgrass101 Moderator Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 6,005	If I have the model correct there should be a screw under the cylinder that you remove and pull the cylinder out with the cylinder open. It might be a pin, but I believe that Rossi's have screws instead of pins __________________ Noli nothis permittere te terere

July 31st, 2007, 02:05 PM	#3
Joshua M. Smith Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Wabash IN Posts: 616	Thank you. How about the cylinder from the pin it rotates on? That tends to get crudded. On the single six I use to have it was a simple matter, but i can't figure hout how to get the cylinder off the crane for cleaning the rotational axis surfaces, and I'm not going to attempt it until I know exactly what I'm doing. Looks too fragile in there. Thanks! Josh <>< __________________ Is it better to live by a corrupt society's standards rather than face persecution for not doing the same? This is the dilemma we now face. We must hold fast to our convictions as we confront this dilemma. Knowing one's self goes a long way in the crisis. - Me H&A Firearms Board

July 31st, 2007, 02:14 PM	#4
Superhouse 15 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 895	Cylinder Once you get the cylinder assembly out of the gun, put two empty cases in the chambers to keep from bending anything. Then carefully unscrew it, be aware that it probably has reverse threads. Keep track of how all the parts go back together, it will only work one way.

July 31st, 2007, 02:15 PM	#5
pgrass101 Moderator Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 6,005	The extractor should slide out of the clyinder watchout for the extractor collar it is small and easy to lose it and s spring should be the only internal parts of the clyinder. The extractor might need to be pulled if there is a lot of carbon in there. My Rossi the clyinder slides off free once it is removed from the frame. __________________ Noli nothis permittere te terere

July 31st, 2007, 02:22 PM	#6
pistola Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Opossum Hollow Posts: 351	Cleaning Some ejector rods can be difficult to remove and some are quite fragile.Most screw out,or the extractor screws out from the rod. You may be better off to soak the cylinder assembly in a solvent or kerosene,working the ejector rod and flushing repetedly. This will maybe save you a bent or crimped ejector rod. Wipe dry and lightly lubricate. __________________ "Save the Opossums'"

July 31st, 2007, 02:22 PM	#7
Rob72 VIP Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 2,998	Joshua, When I had revos, I usually clamped the ejector rod in a vise between two pieces of 2x4, as tight as I could, and gently started twisting the cyilnder body to the right, IIRC. I had Smiths, so YMMV... The wood won't crush the rod, and you shouldn't need to wrench too hard- if you do have to work it, the wood gives before the rod.

July 31st, 2007, 05:09 PM	#8
Joshua M. Smith Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Wabash IN Posts: 616	Thank you gents, I seem to have gotten it. I'm wanting another 4" M19-2 again. Pinned, recessed, nice. I didn't know how to work on it when I had it and ended up letting it go. The only thing wrong with it was the ejector rod kept coming loose and binding the cylinder. I learned that was a simple fix years ago, right after I said "goodbye" to that revolver. I miss it. Thanks, Josh <>< __________________ Is it better to live by a corrupt society's standards rather than face persecution for not doing the same? This is the dilemma we now face. We must hold fast to our convictions as we confront this dilemma. Knowing one's self goes a long way in the crisis. - Me H&A Firearms Board

July 31st, 2007, 10:58 PM	#9
FknRa Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Shingle Springs, Ca Posts: 300	I was going to say. Remove all plastic parts and let it soak in Acetone overnight. It will loosen/disolve EVERYTHING you might have in there. (including any paint) Rinse with solvent to clear everything out and then boil it to remove the solvent. When done use compressed air and or hair dryer to dry. Finish it up with a heavy dose of lube and you're good to go. __________________ To those that paid for my freedom, I WILL NEVER FORGET. As with all statements I've made and All that I will make, please check your local laws to verify accuracy. (and if i'm wrong let me know as I like to be right in the future) After all I'm just some goofball posting on an internet forum.

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