DrLove Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 guys, just bought one of those Aftec extractors and seem to have an FTE every 20-30 rounds with the new extractor. Do you actually tune those in anyway or just let it break in? Sorry, new to this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bountyhunter Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 I run the standard extractors, but I thought the point of the AFTEC was that the spring loaded design meant the thing didn't need tuning. Is the extractor hook square and sharp? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLove Posted July 11, 2014 Author Share Posted July 11, 2014 I run the standard extractors, but I thought the point of the AFTEC was that the spring loaded design meant the thing didn't need tuning. Is the extractor hook square and sharp? yup, looks good but I head a couple of FTEs so I don't know if it just needs to be broken in or what... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al503 Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 (edited) If its not working now, it's probably not going to get any better. How tightly fit is the aftec with the firing pin stop? There should be a little wiggle room for the aftec to 'clock' / rotate per the directions that come with it. Also, some have success using just one of the springs instead of both. You might try it with one in the first hole and if that doesn't work, try the second hole. I have aftecs in evey pistol I have. Some were fit by the smith and I've fit several myself. No issues with any of them. Edited July 11, 2014 by al503 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 In my experience Aftecs are not drop in parts. If you are having failure to extract issues I'd ensure that the Aftec was pivoting freely on the firing pin stop as al503 mentioned. It has to be able to freely pivot to get full engagement on the case rim/extractor groove. Should probably look at the spring cup to make sure it is in good shape (not bent or broken). Also, might want to try a fresh set of springs (they are cheap). If you have having issues with the slide not going fully into battery on occasion then removing one spring or cutting 1/2 coil off each spring seems to work. If all else fails take the Aftec out and try using a standard extractor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desmo412 Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 When I first got my open gun from FGW, Bobby had set it up with 1 spring in the front slot. He instructed me to run the gun for a while before installing the second spring. I went about 3-4K rounds until the hook slipped off the rim of a case. I moved the broken-in spring to the back, and installed a new (but compressed with pliers) spring in the front and haven't had another malfunction since Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billdozer Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 (edited) Most likely you haven't took enough off your firing pin stop. Edited July 12, 2014 by billdozer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billdozer Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 Also double check the clearance from the barrel hood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfinney Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 AFTEC has to be fit to the fringing pin stop by beveling edges if firing pin stop where it contacts the extractor's slot. Also, some people round the bottom sharp corner slightly, and polish, but I think this might void warranty. I usually slightly "compress" both springs in a pair of pliers to take some of the weight off and run both springs. Some people run one spring. They do take tuning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarge Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 What gun and caliber are you having the problems in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klee Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 I've installed 4 AFTECs (3 mine, 1 friend's) and all 4 had to be fitted. As far as I know, AFTEC is not meant to be a drop in installation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Jacket Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 I started to install mine and had a couple questions as well. How much do you bevel the edge on the FP stop. It seems to move enough. Also, my spring clip is super tight. It doesn't move freely on the extractor at all. Should I file the extractor some to loosen the fit up? But then I that may void the warranty. Thoughts? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OperationHitFactor Posted July 12, 2014 Share Posted July 12, 2014 Your milage may very, but the directions that come with the Aftec are very useful. Oh and by useful, I mean the right way to install the Aftec. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amp Posted July 18, 2014 Share Posted July 18, 2014 I am running one spring in the rear on mine, No issues so far. I did polish the spring clip and the area it slides on to allow it to slide/move freely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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