noisy buffer after first shoot

[wcnones]

Took the new build out for a test spin and all went well. Only issue is that now the buffer rattles; whatever is inside of it seems to be shifting from front to back more than it did prior to shooting.

If I hold the rifle parallel to the ground, then tilt the muzzle down, I can hear soemthing shift forward. When I tilt the stock down, I hear it shift backwards.

I don't think it sounded like this prior to shooting it. Any ideas?

[Jicko]

Just the way it is....

[ohsmily]

Just the way it is....

Bruce Hornsby couldn't have said it better.

[NSR500]

If you're talking about the buffer itself, that would be the little weights inside moving. If you're talking about hearing the whole assembly whilst it is in the gun, your guess is as good as mine.

[xr650r]

A small amount (2 oz or so) of weight inside the buffer is often used to reduce recoil. Remove your buffer and shake it.

However, if the rubber snubber fell off the rear of your buffer and is bouncing around inside your buffer tube, then you've got a problem.

1. Remove upper.
2. Press buffer retainer catch.
3. Remove Buffer and buffer spring.
4. Separate buffer and spring.

5. Shake buffer.

I've seen some solid buffers, but they are less common.

[wcnones]

cool - just didn't remember hearing it before shooting. thanks fellas.