Ruger Service Six

[glassguy]

There is a small machine screw that I believe might be part of the pivot for the cylinder release on the left side of my Service Six. I found it backed out about 3/16". I have screwed it back down tight but I wonder if I should either remove it or at least back it out and apply some Locktite to it. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanx, Steve B

 

[johnbt]

You can if it keeps doing it, but mine stays snug without locktite.

It's the screw for the hammer pivot assembly, which is part # E16


www.ruger-firearms.com/Firearms/PDF/PartsBooklets/D9.pdf

 

[Slopemeno]

I think he means the KE-27, "crane latch pivot". Snug it in. Mine hasn't moved in 30 years or so.

 

[madmag]

Just snug it in. If you do use Locktite make sure it is the blue not red.

Mine (on two Rugers) has never moved. I have had it out for cleaning, but it always stays tight.

 

[johnbt]

"crane latch pivot".

Oh, I think of that as a bottom view thingy, not left side. Anyway, I've never seen one come loose.

John

 

[glassguy]

KE-27 it is. I'll just keep an eye on it. Thanks for the replies! S