AK BCG smacking rear trunnion?

[SparkYZ]

On my WASR, I'm noticing some peening (very slight denting, mostly just shininess) on the left hand side of my rear trunnion. The right side (of the op spring) is clear.

I originally thought maybe the spring was too soft, as I felt it hitting, but now I see its crooked.

The thing shoots straight, and now ejects perfectly...should I still try a heavier recoil spring?

When should I worry? Rivets are still tight after approx 4-500 rounds.


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[Chewbaca]

Worry when you actually have a problem.

[Bigtwin]

Not sure if the same. But my converted Saiga beat the trunion for a while. Then stopped being an issue. Once it found its home. I have over 2000 rounds through it now.

[stilly]

I am thinking a buffer might be good...

[Shrubmaster]

Bolt buffer.

[Chewbaca]

Deff DONT put a buffer in your rifle. It will beat up the rivets even more ! Just leave it be. It's not a problem, it's an ak

[SparkYZ]

In a free state,I wouldn't worry...if WASR dies, buy a new one...but who knows if I'll be able to get one next year.

How would I know when it's becoming a problem? When the trunnion gets loose? Is there anyway to fix it after that point?


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[SparkYZ]

With a buffer, it would hit the trunnion, every time. If I did anything, it'd be a Wolff extra power spring....but then it would slam the front trunnion harder...

I need to stop overthinking this. I have ARs to rely on.


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[reznunt]

Worry when you actually have a problem.

^^^ this