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by sokerivatsa
Fri Mar 20, 2015 3:19 pm
Forum: MG42 General Discussion
Topic: MG53 bolt with mg3 cocking handle
Replies: 2
Views: 816

MG53 bolt with mg3 cocking handle

The cocking handle is too short, so the bolt gets flying past it when I try to cock it. Would a MG3 bolt solve the problem? Would it work in a MG53?
by sokerivatsa
Fri Mar 20, 2015 2:44 pm
Forum: MG42 General Discussion
Topic: Looking for a early/ flat cocking handle
Replies: 8
Views: 1745

Re: Looking for a early/ flat cocking handle

I couldn't find it. Any links or leads would be appreciated.

msnvanerik (AT) msn.com
by sokerivatsa
Mon Feb 23, 2015 6:57 am
Forum: MG42 General Discussion
Topic: Looking for a early/ flat cocking handle
Replies: 8
Views: 1745

Looking for a early/ flat cocking handle

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I would like to buy one of these as a reproduction. Where would I be able to find one..
by sokerivatsa
Mon Sep 30, 2013 10:08 am
Forum: Blank Adapting
Topic: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3
Replies: 222
Views: 73690

Re: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3

Testing 3 other mg42/m53's fire plastic blanks flawlessly with my bolt, barrel, buffer and tray/cover I am a bit dissapointed. I've tried absolutely everything to get my gun firing but it's not working. Should I get another receiver? The rails in my Receiver seems to have minor dents in them. But th...
by sokerivatsa
Fri Sep 27, 2013 9:23 am
Forum: Blank Adapting
Topic: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3
Replies: 222
Views: 73690

Re: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3

sokerivatsa, 1 Earlier you stated that you were using a FA MG42....2-pcs. Blank-Barrel-Assembly with a 3.5mm Restriction for operation...........am I correct so far (?). 2 With the .308 Blanks (7.62x51mm Blanks).......are you using 8x57mm Belts....or the Post-War 7.62x51mm/.308 belts (?). 3 Next......
by sokerivatsa
Fri Sep 27, 2013 8:03 am
Forum: Blank Adapting
Topic: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3
Replies: 222
Views: 73690

Re: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3

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Lengthened the ejector rod, should work. I dry tested it and it worked like a charm.
by sokerivatsa
Mon Sep 23, 2013 10:18 am
Forum: Blank Adapting
Topic: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3
Replies: 222
Views: 73690

Re: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3

I can't find a spring (or order one) that fits in the rear buffer. I've tried something else. My problem is the ejection, the bolt doesn't slam the buffer hard enough to eject, resulting in stovepipes. I dissasembled my bolt and tried to think how I would eject earlier.. I thought to lengthen the ej...
by sokerivatsa
Fri Sep 13, 2013 1:50 pm
Forum: Wanted
Topic: WTB MG42 but and SLAB SLIDE COCKING HANDLE
Replies: 3
Views: 519

Re: WTB MG42 but and SLAB SLIDE COCKING HANDLE

My bakelite stock fits just fine.. I'd just like to add a wooden stock as it seems more authentic. I've got a CRA mg42. I don't know what would be best.

Anybody know of a source of slab cocking handles?
by sokerivatsa
Fri Sep 13, 2013 5:17 am
Forum: Wanted
Topic: WTB MG42 but and SLAB SLIDE COCKING HANDLE
Replies: 3
Views: 519

WTB MG42 but and SLAB SLIDE COCKING HANDLE

As mentioned. I am looking for a wooden butt that will fit my MG42. I found the MG53 ones don't fit and I've got a bakelite one that doesn't seem correct. I live in the Netherlands and I've got all the legal papers. And next to that I'd like a repro Slab slide cocking handle. Where can I find one? L...
by sokerivatsa
Thu Aug 15, 2013 6:12 am
Forum: Blank Adapting
Topic: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3
Replies: 222
Views: 73690

Re: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3

currently I am using a 2 piece blank firing barrel and am using the rollers in the bolt again.
by sokerivatsa
Wed Aug 14, 2013 7:52 am
Forum: Blank Adapting
Topic: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3
Replies: 222
Views: 73690

Re: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3

This is exactly what I thought would work. I'm gonna look around for springs over here, in stead of ordering from overseas but I will keep it in the back of my head. I tried piecing a pipe to do the same but this is sure to work way better. I will give more updates as we work down.
by sokerivatsa
Mon Aug 12, 2013 6:23 am
Forum: Blank Adapting
Topic: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3
Replies: 222
Views: 73690

Re: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3

It is working on plastic blanks, I reinserted the rollers and inserted a 3,5mm hole in a nut in the barrel. Still it has occasional stovepipes. Whenever I pull back the bolt the empty casing folds between the bolt and the cocking handle. You stated that making the round ejecting earlier on makes a d...
by sokerivatsa
Fri Aug 09, 2013 6:50 am
Forum: Blank Adapting
Topic: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3
Replies: 222
Views: 73690

Re: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3

Here it is firing with the german plastic ammo. Without the rollers. This weekend I'm trying out different holes in the barrel.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pf5otHNCl54
by sokerivatsa
Tue Jul 30, 2013 12:38 pm
Forum: Blank Adapting
Topic: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3
Replies: 222
Views: 73690

Re: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3

I am running a Full auto original mg42, the barrel has been threaded and it has a nut in the end to build up pressure. It is a 2 piece barrel. I am Dutch.

I use the Rollers for shooting brass " austrian " blanks and I take out the rollers so it works on the cheaper plastic blanks.
by sokerivatsa
Sat Jul 27, 2013 6:27 am
Forum: Blank Adapting
Topic: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3
Replies: 222
Views: 73690

Re: blank adapting the mg42/m53/mg1-3

I am firing with a FA MG42, 2 piece .308 barrel. I don't know my BFA hole but I have made some smaller ones to test. I use the green plastic blanks. I don't use Rollers and it does a occasional 5-10 rounds if I fire it in short bursts with small intervals without jams. If I proceed to a longer burst...
by sokerivatsa
Sat Jul 27, 2013 6:04 am
Forum: MG42 Accessories
Topic: Look --> Replica Lafette Strap Dimensions
Replies: 23
Views: 12060

Re: Look --> Replica Lafette Strap Dimensions

I have a set of mint straps that are lacking the hooks to go on them. So if anybody have original hooks for sale let me know.