Quick question on removing the loading gate

[joec]

Now I've torn down my 45-70 already and I'm wondering if I remove the bolt (standard cleaning tear down) if I can remove the loading gate from the top. It was the last thing I took out last time after the hammer, trigger section etc. I would like to loosen it a bit more than I did as it is still stiffer than I like. I didn't take off as much as needed to get it so it didn't bite me if I left my finger too long. I just trying to avoid going through all the other again at this point if not necessary.

[Ranch Dog]

If your finger can go through the ejection port and come up behind it, you should be able to get it back in without taking things apart.

[joec]

If your finger can go through the ejection port and come up behind it, you should be able to get it back in without taking things apart.

Thanks Ranch Dog I was hoping that would work since I can get a finger in there once the bolt is out. I couldn't remember if it was held in place by the carrier or safety mechanism. I will give that a try then test it this time before putting the bolt back in.

[joec]

If your finger can go through the ejection port and come up behind it, you should be able to get it back in without taking things apart.

Thanks Ranch Dog I was hoping that would work since I can get a finger in there once the bolt is out. I couldn't remember if it was held in place by the carrier or safety mechanism. I will give that a try then test it this time before putting the bolt back in.

Well and update on this, it won't come out without removing the the rest of the internals. I went a head and took it completely apart again and took more off. It is perfect now.

[Ranch Dog]

Sorry Dude.

[joec]

Sorry Dude.

No problem RD is just took a little longer is all. My old arthritic hands have trouble with small objects as well as opening bottles.

[pricedo]

Sorry Dude.

No problem RD is just took a little longer is all. My old arthritic hands have trouble with small objects as well as opening bottles.

Welcome to the club.
I can't blame old age..........I've always been a bit clumsy and klutzy when it came to knock overs, dropping stuff & spills.........a proverbial "bull in a china shop".
I of course made a small spill of Tru-Oil on the computer monitor stand when I knocked over the bottle.
That's why I bought 4 bottles.......after 60 years I know me and consider my spill/drop factor when purchasing anything liquid or breakable.
Forgot some Tru-Oil that got between the monitor base and the stand surface which dried & I had a little fun getting the base off the top of the stand.