How I clean the AR.

Run down of how I clean the AR after a match.

[@marksini3598]

Just got my first AR. Watched 4 million vids. Wish this was first, I would have been done. Thank you for a great instruction.

[@XRING]

Congrats on the AR! I appreciate you watching the channel. 👍🏼

[@pizzahutevo]

This is my second video just got mine very thankful

[@MrKarlos925]

Bruh!! I am getting mine tomorrow 🔥🔥 and guess what?? 🤣🤣🤣 this is my first video 😎😎🤣🤣

[@John_D67]

Best, most straightforward AR cleaning video I’ve seen to date. Thanks. 👍🏻

[@XRING]

Thanks John !

[@dwaynepothier6161]

As a newcomer to ARs , this is the video to watch. 100% THANK YOU, especially with the bolt assembly!!!!

[@XRING]

My pleasure Dwayne and thanks for watching.

[@joseserrano4596]

@@XRING what size and length Tipton rod are you using for 223556?

[@hansshaffer3788]

Best, most thorough, straightforward AR-cleaning video I've seen yet. Very well done.

[@winnmahuron6314]

This is an excellent video Ray! I was a unit armorer my first 3 yrs in the Infantry and I loved showing all of the guys in my unit how to maintain everything from the M2 heavy barrel machine gun to the M1911A1 pistol. The only time the fellas in my unit didn’t like me was when I inspected their weapons on return from the range or training exercises and sent them back to clean it better. It was so awesome to go out and have everyone shoot good and not have major issues with their weapon. If they did have malfunctions I usually had it remedied right away or fixed it when we got back in garrison. So I really liked your video and your explanation for the reasons of why it is important to do the things involved to maintain your weapon properly.

[@XRING]

Thank you Winn and thanks for your service! 👍🏼

[@blainecolbry3192]

Been messing with and shooting guns for well over 40 years, hands down best video I've ever watched on AR cleaning. Great Job!

[@infidel24]

So, apparently I've been way over lubing my guns. Glad I found this video. Thanks

[@45auto]

Good info and filmed so we can see everything! So many others share great information but fail to clearly show what they are doing.👍

[@wessfulton644]

It never hurts me to see another well-made firearm (AR, bolt action, etc,) cleaning video and especially from a man who uses one in competition. No matter how many times I may have seen someone else's video covering the same subject, your's ends up being the best and most enjoyable. Thanks Ray.

[@thatsitdotcom]

this is the "how to clean your AR" period video.

[@catnahat420]

Same just picked up my 1st AR and luckily I found yours as the 2nd video I ran across. Great instruction from start to finish. I appreciate you sir

[@XRING]

I appreciate you watching! Have a great week.

[@davidmiller7158]

I watched this video over a year when I bought my AR 15. Unfortunately, I suffered a shoulder injury and needed shoulder replacement. I finally got the opportunity to use the AR 15 yesterday. I remembered this video from last year and found it again. An extremely well done video that I followed to do my cleaning. It took me a few hours but well worth it as I learned more about the gun and a great way to clean it!

[@jccampello1252]

Super professional job. The real way to do a cleaning. Thanks.

[@tonyvandenberg6048]

I am a Dutch shooter, owning a Colt Sporter H-bar and never dared to take it apart. Watching this video i learned how to take the boltcarrier apart and put it back together again. Thanks a lot!

[@XRING]

My pleasure and thanks for watching!

[@slovrien0]

As a new AR owner I sincerely appreciate this video. I enjoyed this clear, concise, and easy to follow video that most posters muck-up. I need to make up a shopping list though!

[@joshrawks21]

This is well made video. From explanation to camera angles and view points of what's being done. And he is doing it on a DDM4V7 Tornado Grey, I love mine so much!

[@RitzBitz2323]

After struggling with other tutorials, you had the most straightforward and easy to understand tutorial for my first time cleaning. Love the video and will be watching more of yours to come!

[@tntshuffle-9799]

Watching 3 years later (according to youtube date) and appreciating the hell out of this. I'm former military and learned a new trick or two from this. Thank you!

[@XRING]

I appreciate it and thanks for watching

[@Quality_Guru]

Outstanding content for any AR 15 owner. I perform almost the same identical cleaning tasks. My exception is the I use Birtchwood Casey Lead Remover cloth to to clean the bolt tail and remove the carbon build up. I have not been cleaning off the copper, but will incorporate it into my cleaning routine. I always walk away smarter after watching your videos.

[@khann844]

You will rarely ever need too. He uses proof research barrels for competition shooting so he shoots a lot.

[@lnstall_Wizard]

I love your attention to detail and the fact that the camera man zooms in nice and close. Great work Thanks!

[@reer9353]

From Sweden here and will probably never own a gun. Tried a few different guns at a range when I visited the US, but that's as far as my experience with firearms goes. Still enjoyed this video, and several of your other ones. Your content, quality and presentation is fantastic. Awesome work!

[@khann844]

It shock's me when people have this kind of false sense of security

[@swedeshooter7540]

@@khann844 Could you elaborate?

[@amzdaniel858]

@@khann844 lol ok we’ll see how you do when life comes & bites you in your ass & you’re defenseless

[@daltongarrett7117]

​@@khann844 I dunno, Sweden has a lot of gun owners, like the people in the states who rely on their neighbors in crisis instead of having a gun, the swedes can probably rely more on their neighbors than we can.

[@khann844]

@@daltongarrett7117 as reinsuring as that sounds I’d rather be a armed citizen as opposed to unarmed victim relying on my neighbor

[@ontargetthomunclesam3926]

I must say that this video is very informative especially to those who have never done it I have been a .22LR bench shooter for many years all to familiar with that process. Recently purchased my first AR-15 and didn't know where to look for the take down of the rifle I'm certainly satisfied with the video on the how to's thank you for your time in bringing it to me I certainly do appreciate it

[@JerrBearTactical]

Text book, plain and simple ... fantastic job as always Ray. Thanks for sharing😉👊🇺🇸👍

[@XRING]

Thanks JerrBear!

[@JohnBeebe]

Loved this, learned some new things like that scope is half the price of my used mini-van, but seriously a great cleaning video

[@albertopapi4445]

Greetings, this is the best AR cleaning video! Thank you for taking your time and showing us your way on cleaning your own AR. It has been a very educated video on disassembly and assembly the internal parts before and after cleaning. Thank you very much!

[@TheFlatlander440]

I would say one of the most comprehensive AR cleaning vids on YT. Clear, precise and fully explains all the proper procedures. I even learned a couple new tricks. Subbed. Thanks for sharing. Cheers!

[@cedunn9970]

I am new to the platform and have watched a bunch of cleaning videos. This is by far the best one. Thanks so much for making this.

[@bidenisatraitor7633]

You're right...most of these assholes on here do not know what the fuck! They are doing..it's scary

[@reptileguy8458]

One of the BEST videos on cleaning the AR-15!! Simple to the point. Great.

[@tom_olofsson]

I love watching someone else clean guns. I watched this a second time to take notes.

[@brianonthego]

Now I know everything I've been doing wrong cleaning my AR....Everything. Thanks so much for teaching the correct way.

[@dylconnaway9976]

BrianOnTheGo Eah, he was pretty clear this was his way. Leaving a thin coat of corrosive solvent without being neutralized all over everything and putting oil in the exhaust ports are where I differ.

[@frankbailey6776]

First time I’ve watched your videos and I needed this info in a bad way. I’ve had a few AR’s but have always sold them not knowing much about them. Thank you for sharing this valuable information. I’m definitely subscribing and sharing your video to my friends.

[@alexs1972]

Holy cow! Shout out to your cameraman. I thought this was tripod mounted or steady-cammed until I saw your buddy holding the cellphone in the reflection. Now THAT is a good example of natural point of aim!

[@livefreeprintguns]

I love how thorough you are with the cleaning process you use and it also being under 20 minutes... way too many videos are short and only cover the bare minimum that you can pretty much guess to be standard (ie: oiling the rails) or the video is waaayyyyy too long and convoluted. I actually downloaded this to have a backup and to make sure it's mirrored offline.

[@XRING]

Glad it was helpful and thank you for watching the channel.

[@livefreeprintguns]

@@XRING it was, thank you I immediately subscribed right after.

[@RollieFingers59]

Probably the best vid I’ve seen on this subject in all my years. Well done sir.

[@williamna5800]

Awesome, I'll quit using my pressure washer now that I know how to do it right!

[@21psd]

😂

[@williamna5800]

@@21psd lol, love that name. Guess we don't have to ask if you hunt.

[@EvGallo]

He ends up hunting with a bow and arrow because he can't move the bolt carrier because it's rusted. LOL 😆

[@williamna5800]

@@EvGallo Cant, the sandblaster broke the string last time I cleaned it.

[@TexasTrained]

Great video..I was outting a drop of oil in the gas ports on BCG until Larry Potterfield of Midway said to NEVER put oil in it....It just made no sense to me for piston rings to run dry.I agree with your method just like an engine..Rings need a little lubrication.

[@commentatron]

If they _were_ actually piston rings, you'd have a point - they're not. Putting oil in those vents just gets blown out and carboned up worse adding to your cleaning job. See Brownell's Smyth Busters episode with Caleb Savage for details.

[@frankquevedo6001]

Before I commented. I read other statements. I agree, your demonstration, explaining, and visualizing helped me throughly clean my M4. And it bench checked out perfectly! Thank you!

[@khann844]

This is by far the best cleaning video on an AR!

[@markbrickson6534]

Outstanding how-to video. Many thanks!

[@hsmith3844]

Thanks for making my OCD a little calmer.

[@airgunnyhighway]

The best video on AR cleaning so far on KZbin. Thank you

[@21psd]

I'm also a big fan of Lucas Extreme Duty Gun Oil. High viscosity, high anti-wear properties, and it stays put

[@halfdollar86]

Yeah I agree. I have tried every brand of oil and grease you can imagine. I have came to the conclusion that Lucas Extreme products are really good products. I really like their grease too. I like Slip 2000 oil as well.

[@jt2475]

Same here. I used several brands and Lucas is my favorite.

[@sajiretto]

Got my first AR a while ago, really informal video. Thankyou.

[@robertphillips3833]

Excellent video!

[@user-fq4iz9dt6l]

Great video! Super set-up!

[@Sam13Tube]

Best AR cleaning video I've seen yet!

[@bobpeloza]

I'm a new AR owner and just found your video.. WOW. I'm glad I did.. I really learned how to break down and clean my AR.. thanks soo much...

[@XRING]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching

[@bobpeloza]

@@XRING I'm trying to find that device you put into your vice.. what is it exactly and where can I find one??

[@oddursigurdsson3046]

Darn, I spent 20 min watching how to clean an AR, and that is something I have never seen and not even allowed over here, but one can always learn regardless and that is what one does watching and getting info from you - thx for sharing :)

[@EvGallo]

A well descript video on maintenance... Wish everybody did this good of a job. Great work!! a lot of videos out there just running through to get exposure but this guy gets to the details which is much needed 👍😎

[@kylegoodwin6032]

Excellent video sir. Best I’ve seen. You’re a great teacher! Well presented

[@ProtectiveDadPranks]

I’ve watched many AR15 cleaning videos. This is one of the best!

[@wnctarheel9626]

I picked up a few pointers but for the most part I have been doing the same process. Nice informative video.👍

[@Jerry-Parker]

Shared 📣 You know you got a good job when you can clean your rifle at work !🇺🇸🗽👍

[@wally1744]

Awesome video! Very informational was exactly what I was looking for! A lot more confident now! Thank you 💪

[@FastGMcars]

Great video, I learn a better way (oftentimes much better) of doing it every time you cover a topic. Thanks Ray!

[@chewminem2044]

Quick and thorough cleaning. Thank you!

[@BigBull2g]

Good info..Just purchased my first AR and was really puzzled on how to clean it.Now I see your video and see that I have to purchase another cleaning kit..All good..Thanks for shooting this video 👍🏾

[@tom_olofsson]

Thanks for keeping me company while I clean my bits and parts.

[@jeremypatten6990]

This is the way a “how to” video is done! Very informative, great demonstration, and explanation. Thanks and subscriber gained. 👊

[@timdavis5937]

Ray, I always enjoy the tips and tricks videos.

[@GunsNReloads]

Best AR cleaning video on KZbin. Nice work!!!

[@seniorvalmano5057]

Nice Touratech shirt. My first job was in their headquarter in south germany.

[@XRING]

I know the place well! I worked for BMW AG for quite some time. I think Munich was my second home. 👍🏼

[@toddb930]

This is the best AR cleaning video I've seen. Thanks for putting this together. I had a couple questions. 1. Should the chamber area be dried out before use? 2. Do you go after the hard carbon build up ?

[@mcintoshdev]

Best AR Cleaning video ever for sure!

[@JOESRQFLUSA]

I use the bucket method… detach the upper and scope QD. PLace bunch paper towels in bucket. Place barrel in bucket… spray break free or hoppies down barrel. Let sit. Use brass brush, up and down… rinse with cleaner… pour copper cleaner… let sit… use nylon brush… brush up and down… I use DuPont Teflon chain cleaner as rinse… push several pads for wipe and clean…

[@josemenjivar337]

Top notch video. This should be the standard for proper cleaning/maintaining.

[@XRING]

Thank you Jose.

[@johnA012]

Very effective and quick - thanks!

[@robertbudnick5823]

Best cleaning video I've seen so far. Thanks.

[@rcah6191]

Best cleaning AR-15 rifle ever on KZbin! 👍

[@robertyoung7595]

You hit it out the park. 👌👏👊🏿 Best cleaning video I have seen !

[@thesaint1517]

Great video and very thorough explanation on what and how to do it and what not to do. Greatly appreciated.

[@Lure-Benson]

Putting oil on any moving part of any AR is fine as long as the weather temp stays above 50 degrees but under the 50 mark the oil or any lube gets sticky then slows the motion of moving parts and even reduces the kinetic force on the firing pin all causing fail to fire and cartridge cycling issues. Do not oil any AR when planning to hunt in weather under the 50-degree mark. I lost the best chance I ever had to take a massive, large black bear in Alaska because I had used oil inside the bolt carrier a week before when the fall weather was around 65 degrees. My AR in 7.62 x39 wouldn't fire the cartridge because the oil had thickened in the mid 40 degrees that day. I tried to fire two 7.62x39 rounds at the bear that wouldn't fire, I retreated to a safe distance the pulled out the bolt carrier then disassembled it to wipe off all the oil. I returned to where the bear had been, but it left. I then fired 3 rounds to confirm it was the oil that caused the problem and the 2 rounds pointed at the bear I tried to shoot the bear with fired. I don't make mistakes with my reloaded, so all of my 7.62 x 39 loads are perfect, and the bullets are Barns 150 grain TSX Every problem I've had with AR 15 or AR 10 was due to oil on moving parts when the weather fell below the 50-degree mark.

[@danmurray2590]

Super solid instructional video. Thanks!

[@mamanes1]

Thanks, Great video! Pretty much how I’ve been cleaning except for the copper. I’m going to start doing that now!

[@kevine8736]

thank's for the very informative video man .... I've been using bolt action's my whole life for deer hunting and just recently decided to buy a ar 15 223 for hunting deer... your cleaning video is very informative for me cause this is my 1st ar I've ever owned ... thank's and keep up the good work .

[@mrrainbowt]

Great video. Thanks for taking the time and the great close ups of the process and the detailed explanations.

[@GoneDee]

You are a wealth of knowledge good sir, thank you very much. I have no military exp or anything so its so nice to see someone break it down easily

[@NeverGiveUp463]

Thanks for making such an informative and easy to understand video. I really appreciate it! TC

[@joaquin-jacknava2696]

Great video. Thanks for sharing your method of cleaning the AR rifle. Have a great week sir.

[@XRING]

You too sir! Thank you again.

[@mrfrosty3]

Strangely satisfying viewing. Great looking gun.

[@markchoate9021]

Best AR cleaning video that I've seen.

[@JR-jw3px]

Excellent video - easy to follow narration and good clear visuals!

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

Thanks for the knowledge, X-Ring !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ChiIeboy]

I highly recommend wearing eye-pro anytime you break down your rifle to this level, and *most certainly* if you intend on cleaning it with any solvent(s).

[@johncaster8037]

Well done. Thank You!

[@Pompomgrenade]

😂 It's the right way... Thanks! 👍🏾 Have a great memorial weekend holiday 🇺🇲

[@jonbryant3840]

Thank you for the info I thought this was great to watch and learn from

[@XRING]

Thanks Jon and thanks for watching. Have a Merry Christmas .

[@kx5e]

Keep the instructional videos coming Sir. My leaf blower just refuses to blow the carbon off. For some strange reason, you look trustworthy. Besides my AR is past due cleaning and I ran across this and it must be a good omen!!! Thanks.

[@rodrigogonzalez3620]

No Fluff. LOVE IT! Thanks for a great video! God Bless!

[@buckets_of_lead]

After running coated BCG I will never go back. The coating on my LWRC doesnt hold carbon at all and when it does get dirty I can wipe it with a rag. Highly recommend.

[@scottpetrie8707]

Buddy. Definitely one of the best I’ve seen.

[@saadfaisal76]

Great video, loved it. Specially that squeaky sound. I was scared when I heard that sound for the first time cleaning my ar15 barrel. But now I know it's ok.

[@badbilly429]

Ever since you posted the first video on this I follow this process 100% and my rifles always run and my life is much less stressful!

[@Timrh23]

Thanks for this, I appreciated the concise nature of the process.

[@squatsnoats6503]

A very nice presentation, great job doing it in one go.

[@disturbedmaynard3873]

Good video for all those new gun owners that need to learn how to clean these rifles. Probably should have mentioned that a cleaning like this is required when you get that new gun home.

[@TheLoneRanger745]

I put a film of oil on the bottom of the bolt where the hammer slides against it also ,. He's doing a great job. I've watched alot of guys use different amounts of oil, a little more is better than not enough, you don't want excessive oil to the point of running just a good film. You can check your self by putting it together side the bolt back an forth in the bolt chamber it should glide free and smoothly, if it sounds dry ,it probably needs a fraction more. Pull it back out carefully look at the rail surface's they should be glistening with oil , add more if necessary. You don't want any dripping off or on the entire bolt just the rail contact points. When you done check for proper function, safety selector, trigger drop and reset click. I also put a film of oil on the buffer spring and Piston, trigger pin, safety selector pin .

[@jamesrobertson6255]

Thank you! Been shooting awhile but just got my first AR. This helps a lot.

[@stephenjones6260]

This is the best video I have seen yet. You really exceed that of other videos. Well done sir!

[@redbird491]

Great video, now I feel that I need to clean my AR! You made it look really simple.