I have a 1950 Marlin 336RC in 30/30 that needs a front firing pin. It looks like there are two types of front firing pins when I contacted Marlin. Marlin no longer produced the older style. Who still makes the older style pin??
Are both types of firing pins interchangeable for my older 336RC or do I have to get the older style? What are the differences between them??
How easy is it to remove broken pin and replace with a new one, any special tools needed?? Are there tips, steps and special instruction that will help this task little easier?? Thanks.

Check with Gun Parts Corp., They should have a pin to fit. They carry most parts for the older Marlins. Sometimes you can get used stuff or new. Give them a try.

The replacement is not all that difficult. CLEAR THE FIREARM. Remove the lever screw and lever. With the hammer back you should be able to withdraw the bolt. (don't loose the ejector) The retainer pin is easily driven out and the pins removed. The only thing you may not have is a small punch.

Reassemble the bolt and insert in the reciever. ( DON"T FORGET THE EJECTOR) Replace the lever and screw and go to the range and test fire.

Good Luck. Alan

Thanks Duststorm, I got the bolt out so far and I only see one retaining pin holding the rear firing pin. The other retaining pin holding the front firing pin is behind the sheet metal extractor.
Next question is how to get the extractor off. I tried to pry it off but with no luck since it has tension to it. :confused:
I believe it's easier to put on than getting it off. Do I need any special tool to get it off. please help! I think once I have the extractor off, I'll be able to get the retaining pins out with a punch.........

Try pushing the extractor off with 2 screwdrivers at once. One pushing on the top and the other on the bottom loop ends. It takes a fair push to get it started. The pin is under the extractor.

Before you put the extractor back on, bevel the inside of the ends of the loop with a fine file. It keeps them from digging into the bolt body when you slide the extractor on.

Bye
Jack

Try pushing the extractor off with 2 screwdrivers at once. One pushing on the top and the other on the bottom loop ends. It takes a fair push to get it started. The pin is under the extractor.

Before you put the extractor back on, bevel the inside of the ends of the loop with a fine file. It keeps them from digging into the bolt body when you slide the extractor on.

Bye
Jack


Put the bolt in a vice with some type of padding for the jaws. Trying to hold the bolt and work on it at the same time is tough.

mojowojo,
I went through a similiar exercise with a 1948 336 RC I recently purchased.

I came up with the conclusion that all 336's have the same firing pin design. I replaced mine with a one-piece firing pin and the OL of the one piece and the old parts was identical. All machined areas had the same dimensions.

Check out this thread.

http://shootersforum.com/showthread.htm?t=19591