In this video, one of our resident fastener specialists talks about jam nuts. Bob both explains and demonstrates how jam nuts, also known as thin hex nuts, are used and how to properly install them.
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A “how-to” on the installation of a set screw to capture the take down pin spring/detent on a AR-15 lower receiver. This modification secures the take down pin/spring so that you can easily remove the latch plate, castle nut, buffer tube without worrying about losing the spring or damaging it. A useful modification if you find yourself changing latch plates or buffer tubes frequently.