Another Llama question

[MacViolinist]

So, I went camping this weekend to celebrate the 2 whole inches of snow that central texas got friday night. I took my .45 Llama with me just in case, and, wonder of wonders, it is now full of sand. I have taken it apart to the fullest extent of my knowledge and given averything a thorough cleaning/lubiing, but the grip safety, trigger, and thumb safety all grind with a few grains left in them. Should I attempt further takedown and cleaning, or just send it to a gunsmith?

-drew

 

[Josey]

Using EYE PROTECTION, use Birchwood Casey Gunscrubber to flush the entire pistol. The pressure should flush all the sand/grit out. I would then use BC Sheath in aerosol form to oil/lube again. The plunger tube can be removed by taking out the two screws that hold it. There is spring tension so be careful!

 

[Sisco]

Sounds like a good time to learn how to detail strip it. Intimidating at first but not all that hard.

 

[wally]

Go to an auto parts store and get "brake parts cleaner". Same solvent, and lots cheaper than BC "Gun Scrubber". I switched as soon as I learned this and have had no regrets.

How reliable is your Llama? I've been intreaged by their little .380 Mini-max shrunk down 1911 style pistol. If it wre made by anyone else I'd take a chance on it.

I agree its probably now time for you learn how to detail strip your piece, but the gunscrubber may flush everything out and is worth tryijng as an option before paying someone else to do it for you.

--wally.

 

[Jim K]

Get some auto "Gunk" or similar cleaner available by the quart or gallon. Put it in a bucket. Field strip the gun, remove the grips (if wood) and slosh the gun and parts around in the cleaner. Drain and oil. Reassemble.

Let the cleaner settle or use a filter and pour it back in the can for the next time. Observe precautions about breathing fumes and flammability.

Jim