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July 5, 2010
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How do i remove the stud that holds the grip on and easy access to the hammer spring. Darn'd if I can find the needed tool
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November 17, 2008
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The threaded stud in the end of the grip tang is not meant to be removed. ( I believe) some are spot welded others are piened in place and I believe some may just have loctite on them. To remove the hammer spring go in through the side plate and pull the hammer. It's not near as bad as it sounds. If you need some guidance look here. (credit to shootist 357)
https://www.danwessonforum.com/forum/reloading/tuning-up-your-15-2-the-average-joe-method
If I misspoke someone will clear us up shortly.
Good luck and keep us informed.
LB
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February 21, 2011
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You get to the spring from the top, by removing the hammer. The square shaft & it's nut are captive so you can't get in from the bottom.
What you do is remove the grip, use the grip screw to grab the guide for the spring & compress it then strip the trigger assy till the hammer can be removed & undo the screw to release the spring.
There is a tutorial with excellent pictures in the "gunsmithing" section under the "Average Joe tune up method" thread.
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July 5, 2010
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Yep I know how to change from the top. Done that before. I picked up another 15-2 a while back Looks carried alot but not shot. Nice an clean inside and lubed a bit in the right place's. Just hoped if the stud will pull easily to change the spring I would do that. The darn trigger return spring and my old finggers don't get along well. Just try'n to keep from brake'n this spring..
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March 27, 2009
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I am with ya there Eyes and fingers ... They all seem to go at the same time!!
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January 24, 2009
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lbruce said:
The threaded stud in the end of the grip tang is not meant to be removed. ( I believe) some are spot welded others are piened in place and I believe some may just have loctite on them. To remove the hammer spring go in through the side plate and pull the hammer. It's not near as bad as it sounds. If you need some guidance look here. (credit to shootist 357)
https://www.danwessonforum.com/forum/reloading/tuning-up-your-15-2-the-average-joe-method
If I misspoke someone will clear us up shortly.
Good luck and keep us informed.
LB
I agree with you, LB. From what I've seen, the early guns were welded. Then they peened them for a while, then ultimately they went with Loctite. I've seen/heard some stories of later (non-welded) guns working this stud loose...although I would wager that it was due to someone messing with it intentionally.
Here's a blurry shot of an early welded stud...
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