Frame from Hell

[MosinVirus]

For reset issues, check what you said, and check that the disconnector is not getting stuck, and check if the trigger bow is rubbing on magazine body.

[mtenenhaus]

mv thanks. i'm going to do a full takedown and cleaning tonight. i ran the gun with a few critical areas painted in dykem to better identify areas of concern

[pklin1297]

Mtenenhaus, I tend to create new names for my tools... I "lay out" the checkering lines with my checkering file, so I call it my layout checkering file. I have the 25 lpi file, and recently got the 40 lpi file so I can attempt serrating the rear of slide.

[mtenenhaus]

Thanks everyone, can't tell you how much it means to me.
Duece, i know you're right. was just so disappointed in myself of not checking tolerances on the frame before starting. Hopefully i can salvage it/make it right.
I will try the padding method as well to spare my fingers.
getting nice even wear marks from the lower lugs onto the slide stop. not seeing too many wear areas so far.
Will play with the trigger tomorrow ( i hope).
neighbor has a grinder, will try to true the checkering file. So new to all of this, still accumulating tools.

[pklin1297]

A belt sander with a long surface may be better for truing the file, since the entire length can be laid on the belt vs. the grinder.

[mtenenhaus]

got you, thanks. not sure if he has one but i'll ask