Thread: Totally Sick of Semi-Auto .22s

Your cleaning method is pretty good, but I would do the Marlin action differently. Strip the action from stock, detach spring setup from receiver, then after removing bolt from receiver clean bolt and channel completely. Only one drop of gun oil on bolt to reassemble. Then focus on spring setup - remove every trace of powder residue esp from feedthroat. Clean thoroughly. Check position of ejector spring is correct. Reassemble. Cleaning is good every 3-400 rounds or when rifle starts tells you it needs cleaning!

Some people leave the Marlin semiauto action cocked i.e. open when in storage. This is not good for action springs as it weakens recoil spring and hammer spring - adversely affecting ammo cycling. Good to leave these semi actions closed. If springs are worn McCarbo do new sets at good prices.

These tips keep the Marlin semiautos operating well. Good luck with your bolt..