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Offline TheOtherLeft

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Is the Aluminium Carrier a drop-in replacement?
« on: May 13, 2014, 06:45:56 PM »
Hi Pards,

In my next step in the DIY modificaiton of my Uberti 1873 I am looking at installing the Aluminium Carrier (probably from Longhunter). I have already installed the PGW Action Springs, Smith Shop Light Duty Mainspring and Coiled Safety Spring, PGW front Speed Sight, and flat top rear sight. I have also lightly polished the the carrier lever.

Is the Aluminium Carrier a drop-in replacement or is there fitting/timing modifications required? I've read several responses in other threads about the carrier requiring timing adjustments but then other responses say it's a drop-in.

FWIW the Aluminium Carrier from Longhunter comes in 2 sizes, one for small  and for large calibers.

Also, does the Aluminium Carrier make a noticeable difference? At the moment with the work I've done  now the action is quite smooth and quite light to work.

Cheers.

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Re: Is the Aluminium Carrier a drop-in replacement?
« Reply #1 on: May 13, 2014, 07:15:08 PM »
Yes, one of the few actual "drop-in" parts.

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Re: Is the Aluminium Carrier a drop-in replacement?
« Reply #2 on: May 13, 2014, 09:49:47 PM »
Yes, one of the few actual "drop-in" parts.

Thanks for the quick reply.

Do you think it makes a difference?

Is it smoother/lighter to cycle the action? I know in another thread you said you've had it for 10 or so years so I guess it works for you.

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Re: Is the Aluminium Carrier a drop-in replacement?
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Re: Is the Aluminium Carrier a drop-in replacement?
« Reply #3 on: May 13, 2014, 10:17:49 PM »
You are tempting me to install one of these next. :)

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Re: Is the Aluminium Carrier a drop-in replacement?
« Reply #4 on: May 15, 2014, 07:54:11 PM »
Thanks for the quick reply.

Do you think it makes a difference?

Is it smoother/lighter to cycle the action? I know in another thread you said you've had it for 10 or so years so I guess it works for you.

It's a matter of personal preference.  A lot of people like the brass carriers.  I can feel the difference in levering with the aluminum carrier.  I put a skeletonized brass carrier back in my rifle for a while and did not like the heavier feel.

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Re: Is the Aluminium Carrier a drop-in replacement?
« Reply #5 on: May 15, 2014, 08:32:47 PM »
I can feel the difference in levering with the aluminum carrier.  I put a skeletonized brass carrier back in my rifle for a while and did not like the heavier feel.

Well I think you've sold me on it.

Does anyone how many manufacturers there are for the Aluminium Carriers? Does Longhunter make his own or does he order them from someone else?

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Re: Is the Aluminium Carrier a drop-in replacement?
« Reply #6 on: May 15, 2014, 09:38:35 PM »
As far as I know there are only two.  C&I and Pioneer.

 

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