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Orlando
06-29-2011, 05:27 PM
Ever get a rear handguard that has broken wood missing under the rear clip and the guard doesnt sit properly on the barrel?
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f197/Garandlover/misc/MVC-013F-1.jpg
I found a easy way to salvage it is to put a dab of high temp silicone gasket sealer under the handguard. Wipe in down so its 1/8 of a inch or so tall. Let dry and install.
The silicone will hold the handguard up off the barrel in its proper position
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f197/Garandlover/misc/MVC-014F.jpg

dogboysdad
06-29-2011, 07:11 PM
Handguard humper.

Do you intend to conspicuously mark this repair so that nobody gets fooled by your handiwork?

Orlando
06-29-2011, 07:32 PM
Of course, its stamped under the silicone

timshufflin
06-29-2011, 08:31 PM
That is truly truly KISS. Great job Orlando.