I respectfully disagree with the use of grease. I simply very lightly (a drop or two on bearing and contact surfaces) lubricate with Ballistol. The tolerances of the Mini-14 are so loose (by comparison to an AR15) that it will run totally dry. However, give it a drop or two of your favorite lube at the right points . The Mini-14 is a tough, robust and faithful rifle. Not at all finicky. Low maintenance. Fewer parts to go wrong, as compared to the AR15. Not a Porsche like the AR, but a workhorse.
@@bigspence6898 Your gun will tell you where to put it. Where metal parts touch while moving. You may see wear marks on it from use. Really anywhere where moving metal touches other metal.
@@waltzb7548 Indeed. When I got a Mini, I figured it works like an M1 so maybe it needs grease and oil like an M1. But I called Ruger and they said "We use CLP and it works fine." Peace.
The tolerances don't have anything to do with the clearances, or gaps between parts. Tolerance is the minimum and maximum dimensions of the parts, not how tightly they fit together. Larger, or more generous tolerances can result in greater variation of how the parts fit together, which could be tight, or loose.
I use white lithium grease. I do not use NEAR that amount though. All you need is a very thin film. I also clean the front of the op rod where it has the whole for the gas tube.
Heard of people using wheel bearing grease. I don't know how expensive the other things are? I could guess what's better... But then again there could be no difference either I don't know?
I use Lucas Gun Oil on mine. I think the action is even smoother than using grease. I've always used grease before. I tried the Lucas and I never used grease again. Next time I go to Auto Zone I'll have to pick up a new filter. 🤣
So many people do not adequately oil and grease the action parts of a semi auto WEAPON. These wear points need to be lubricated to prevent unnecessary wear. 3 to 5 hours on the range REQUIRES more not less lubrication. Using a semi auto can produce a lot of heat from RAPID fire and wear. The lubrication of the RANCH RIFLE in my opinion was properly done. Great instructions and remember maintain your weapons. WHILE I am range shooting I will clean my barrel a luxury that cannot be accomplished during a firefight.
Q: with a new mini should I spare the grease & only use light oil until a few hundred rounds so they contact areas “marry” ? I never gave this great consideration before.
The first rifle shown (with the black stock) is an M14 or M1A. The stock on it is a GI fiberglass stock, or an aftermarket reproduction, and is probably painted black, as most of the GI stocks were green or brown. It won't fit a Mini 14.
Everyone needs to study what lithium grease does to rubber plastic and other stuff. Do it and you won’t use lithium grease anymore. Thanks. SC Navy vet. 1965. 🇺🇸😊
Well.. when I grease my Mini-14 I just use a very very small amount of high temp lithium boat grease in pretty much where he is doing it but I do mean a SMALL amount. A very thin layer. I use a Q-tip for the tiny places.
So while Donald Trump was still president I foolishly used my mini 14 as a trade-in on a stupid gun and now I want another one but the cost has risen double I still buy one this year hopefully and God willing the republic will survive
How is this "God willing the republic will survive" working out? Not so confident after Donny has admitted to hiding confidential docs in his bathroom next to a copier?
@@toecutter1547Do you blame Obama for wetting your bed too? Your preference is a man impeached multiple times who handed off national secrets to dictators?
@@APSupernary No, that is Biden selling boxes of 'top secret' docs out of his car while Hunter drives with a prostitute in his lap and snort'en coke...
Too much, by definition, is a problem. If your Mini-14 is loaded with grease, you will not know how much dust has accumulated and what effect it will have. A thin film of synthetic gun oil specifically designed to penetrate the pores of the metal will give you far more lubrication and heat tolerance.
@@jpb1231000 I agree with you, jpb1231000: light amounts of pore-pentrating synthetic oil will prevent dust collection, provide lubrication, and make the metal more resistant to heat and friction. I use "SLiP 2000 EWL." Check out the stats and performance parameters on that and other similar synthetics. Way better than grease or regular oil. I don't sell the stuff and I'm not a fanboy. I just did a LOT of research on a lot of pore-penetrating synthetics to compare them with each other and with various organics.
"thin layer" proceeds to grease the ever loving shit out of it
Very very outstanding video. Wonderful job. Please keep up the good work. Thanks a lot friend. SC Navy vet. 1965. 🇺🇸☹️
I respectfully disagree with the use of grease.
I simply very lightly (a drop or two on bearing and contact surfaces) lubricate with Ballistol.
The tolerances of the Mini-14 are so loose (by comparison to an AR15) that it will run totally dry.
However, give it a drop or two of your favorite lube at the right points .
The Mini-14 is a tough, robust and faithful rifle. Not at all finicky. Low maintenance.
Fewer parts to go wrong, as compared to the AR15.
Not a Porsche like the AR, but a workhorse.
I contacted Ruger and they told me just to use something like CLP is opposed to grease so I have never used grease since then.
@@waltzb7548Ruger said that? Any idea where I get a guide on where to apply lubricant?
@@bigspence6898
Your gun will tell you where to put it.
Where metal parts touch while moving. You may see wear marks on it from use.
Really anywhere where moving metal touches other metal.
@@waltzb7548 Indeed. When I got a Mini, I figured it works like an M1 so maybe it needs grease and oil like an M1. But I called Ruger and they said "We use CLP and it works fine."
Peace.
The tolerances don't have anything to do with the clearances, or gaps between parts. Tolerance is the minimum and maximum dimensions of the parts, not how tightly they fit together. Larger, or more generous tolerances can result in greater variation of how the parts fit together, which could be tight, or loose.
I use white lithium grease. I do not use NEAR that amount though. All you need is a very thin film. I also clean the front of the op rod where it has the whole for the gas tube.
I tell ya this is so much easier than looking at the manuals of old...
I never use lubriplate. I use clenzoil for all lubrication points. Always worked well for me.
Heard of people using wheel bearing grease. I don't know how expensive the other things are? I could guess what's better... But then again there could be no difference either I don't know?
I use Lucas Gun Oil on mine. I think the action is even smoother than using grease. I've always used grease before. I tried the Lucas and I never used grease again. Next time I go to Auto Zone I'll have to pick up a new filter. 🤣
So many people do not adequately oil and grease the action parts of a semi auto WEAPON. These wear points need to be lubricated to prevent unnecessary wear. 3 to 5 hours on the range REQUIRES more not less lubrication. Using a semi auto can produce a lot of heat from RAPID fire and wear. The lubrication of the RANCH RIFLE in my opinion was properly done. Great instructions and remember maintain your weapons.
WHILE I am range shooting I will clean my barrel a luxury that cannot be accomplished during a firefight.
Agreed...
Phoenix, Arizona here and I completely agree with you. Especially with regards to the heat... ;)
Lots of CAPITALIZATION for emphasis, do you SHOUT like sporadically that in all conversations
@@APSupernary I find your comment HUMOROUS.
Too much grease attracts dirt he says , then puts it on with a paint brush
So does a film of oil.
Q: with a new mini should I spare the grease & only use light oil until a few hundred rounds so they contact areas “marry” ? I never gave this great consideration before.
Yes. Good synthetic oil that penetrates the pores of the steel will do the job perfectly. Grease is way overkill and invites dust
Do you know whether a factory new mini-14 comes greased, or do you need to lubricate it before firing?
Can anyone tell me what kind of stock this is inn the beginning of the lubrication video. And maybe where I might find it, thanks in advance
The first rifle shown (with the black stock) is an M14 or M1A.
The stock on it is a GI fiberglass stock, or an aftermarket reproduction, and is probably painted black, as most of the GI stocks were green or brown.
It won't fit a Mini 14.
Everyone needs to study what lithium grease does to rubber plastic and other stuff. Do it and you won’t use lithium grease anymore. Thanks. SC Navy vet. 1965. 🇺🇸😊
Aren’t you supposed to let the parts wear a bit to mate to each other? No need to slobber lubricant all over the internals.
Were you a greaser back in the day? I love my mini.
Or just buy an AK-47 and let the dirt lubricate it.
YES INDEED AN EXPERT DOBBING ON WAY TOO MUCH GREASE FOR THE JOB.
Well.. when I grease my Mini-14 I just use a very very small amount of high temp lithium boat grease in pretty much where he is doing it but I do mean a SMALL amount. A very thin layer. I use a Q-tip for the tiny places.
Lithium grease is harmful to plastic and rubber.
This is therapeutic...
Can’t see shitaki. Unfortunately
Is lithium grease a good grease to use?
No. It’s not really good for rubber plastics and other stuff. SC Navy vet. 1965. 🇺🇸😊
So while Donald Trump was still president I foolishly used my mini 14 as a trade-in on a stupid gun and now I want another one but the cost has risen double I still buy one this year hopefully and God willing the republic will survive
How is this "God willing the republic will survive" working out?
Not so confident after Donny has admitted to hiding confidential docs in his bathroom next to a copier?
Is that you Obuma? Tell the truth for once@@APSupernary
@@toecutter1547Do you blame Obama for wetting your bed too?
Your preference is a man impeached multiple times who handed off national secrets to dictators?
@@APSupernary No, that is Biden selling boxes of 'top secret' docs out of his car while Hunter drives with a prostitute in his lap and snort'en coke...
You must be a grease salesman.
I have a buddy that uses anti seize for spark plugs 😂
This guy looks like the lawyer in Silicon Valley, Matt McCoy.
Better too much than too little. You can clean all that nasty dirt and debris out AFTER you survive the engagement...
Too much, by definition, is a problem. If your Mini-14 is loaded with grease, you will not know how much dust has accumulated and what effect it will have. A thin film of synthetic gun oil specifically designed to penetrate the pores of the metal will give you far more lubrication and heat tolerance.
I'd go opposite!!!
@@jpb1231000 I agree with you, jpb1231000: light amounts of pore-pentrating synthetic oil will prevent dust collection, provide lubrication, and make the metal more resistant to heat and friction. I use "SLiP 2000 EWL." Check out the stats and performance parameters on that and other similar synthetics. Way better than grease or regular oil. I don't sell the stuff and I'm not a fanboy. I just did a LOT of research on a lot of pore-penetrating synthetics to compare them with each other and with various organics.
@@mxrc179 Interesting. Have you tried CorrosionX ?
@@goosecouple I have not tried CorrosionX. I'll look it up. Thank you for the lead!