Originally Posted by
Carolina Reb
The problem with the cleanout screws is that the old mercury caps were extremely corrosive. The threads at the barrel end got the worst of it and tend to be pretty badly rusted in. Unless you really need to get it out, it might be better to just leave that one in there. If you do get it out, you may have to make a new one.
I've never pulled mine out, and haven't run into trouble yet. The flash channel on these is very forgiving. I use a large syringe full of water with a small piece of hose to hook up to the nipple. Blow water through a few times, then dry and hit with some oil. Always cleans up well.
John Westenberger
Co. B. 1st PA Cav.
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