So, I understand that a little endplay is okay... too much a bad thing. But, how can I tell the difference between acceptable endplay and damaging endplay?
When my revolver (Python) is in full lockup, there is no movement of the cylinder whatsoever, either rotational or lateral (with the trigger held tightly back, its got the "welded to the frame" feel).
When it is not in full lockup there is a touch of roational movement (don't think that's a problem, because the timing seems excellent) and a little lateral movement (endplay). Normally, there's .004" of cylinder gap and in full lockup there's .0015" of gap (reeeeal tight).
So, is the endplay going to cause damage over time by causing the cylinder to slam back and forth between the .0015 position and the .004 posisiton?
Am I totally misunderstanding the mechanics here?
Please, oh folk wise in the way of the wheelgun, enlighten me!!!
Michael.
When my revolver (Python) is in full lockup, there is no movement of the cylinder whatsoever, either rotational or lateral (with the trigger held tightly back, its got the "welded to the frame" feel).
When it is not in full lockup there is a touch of roational movement (don't think that's a problem, because the timing seems excellent) and a little lateral movement (endplay). Normally, there's .004" of cylinder gap and in full lockup there's .0015" of gap (reeeeal tight).
So, is the endplay going to cause damage over time by causing the cylinder to slam back and forth between the .0015 position and the .004 posisiton?
Am I totally misunderstanding the mechanics here?
Please, oh folk wise in the way of the wheelgun, enlighten me!!!
Michael.