M8C Spotter Restoration
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M8C Spotter Restoration
I have an M8C that was welded back together by the original owner for display. I’d like to reactivate it but need some assistance: the welder did not align the receiver pieces correctly and it needs to be cut and welded. They are a hair off and a bolt will not slide. I have all the internals but the receiver is not correct. Is there anyone out there who specializes?
Another question: has anyone ever restored the Springfield receiver stampings on the M8C? The original welder messed them up....,UGH!
Last one; restoring the barrel, it’s all there but welded together. Are there any original hen’s teeth M8C barrels still floating around? I haven’t seen any in a long time. I’m sure it can’t be a shooter ever again but looks good though.
Another question: has anyone ever restored the Springfield receiver stampings on the M8C? The original welder messed them up....,UGH!
Last one; restoring the barrel, it’s all there but welded together. Are there any original hen’s teeth M8C barrels still floating around? I haven’t seen any in a long time. I’m sure it can’t be a shooter ever again but looks good though.
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Re: M8C Spotter Restoration
Since it is a "firearm", or will be once it can fire, only you can reactivate it; no one can do it for you unless they have a manufacturers license, because you are "making" a firearm. You can make all the non restricted firearms you want, but only for your personal use. The receiver needs to be cut and TIG welded back, over a close fitting mandrel. then possibly re heat treated. Markings can be engraved back on. You will need a new made barrel. I know of no gunsmith doing these. I would contact Bob Landies at Ohio Ord; he does all kinds of weird stuff and will know.
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Re: M8C Spotter Restoration
Mark Serbu can probably make a barrel for you. He has made some guns i chambered for 50spotter before
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Thank you for the information.
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If you are interested, I pretty sure that I have a couple of live and inert round for you M8C. Would be cool to display when you finish your project.
I will check tonight. PM if interested.
I will check tonight. PM if interested.
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Re: M8C Spotter Restoration
I do have a M8c spotter 50 cal barrel that I am willing to part with.
email me and I will send pix.
email me and I will send pix.
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if you get this thing working, please post pics and videos.
I havent seen one done before, but im sure it is far from impossible.
I havent seen one done before, but im sure it is far from impossible.
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Re: M8C Spotter Restoration
No luck with OOW and left a message with Sebu about barrels (my cut barrel reads: SA D 7267116 1 56 Y 81 A (firing proof “P”) ). Will post updates and photos. I have most of the internals but am missing one recoil rod. Might have to give Sarco a call.
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Re: M8C Spotter Restoration
PM sent. I couldn’t find your email.goldhill joe wrote: ↑Wed Mar 17, 2021 12:05 pmI do have a M8c spotter 50 cal barrel that I am willing to part with.
email me and I will send pix.
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Re: M8C Spotter Restoration
Guns Parts Corp(Numrich Gun Parts in Hurley, NY) has M8C parts https://www.gunpartscorp.com/search#query=m8c
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PM sent. I couldn’t find your email.
PM and pix sent
PM and pix sent
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Re: M8C Spotter Restoration
Unfortunately, Numerich mostly lists all the parts they don’t have in stock.John M. wrote: ↑Thu Mar 18, 2021 2:49 pmGuns Parts Corp(Numrich Gun Parts in Hurley, NY) has M8C parts https://www.gunpartscorp.com/search#query=m8c
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Re: M8C Spotter Restoration
I’m still looking for a M8C barrel.
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Another year has passed and still looking for a barrel.
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Re: M8C Spotter Restoration
You might need to get a barrel, have it reamed and cut to your needed specs. I know Jeff Hays (http://www.riversbendguncompany.com/) doesn't have the reamer (Mark Serbu might) but Jeff might be able to point you in the right direction for a barrel using a current manufacturer.
Have you called Lilja and asked them? They make .50 BMG barrels.
Have you called Lilja and asked them? They make .50 BMG barrels.
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