Reid's Tips On Cleaning and Lubricating Your AR-15

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[@xmarksthespot4617]

You say people tend to over clean their AR's. I am one of those people. I do so only because I clean it when I am bored and have nothing else to do, which is around midnight and the family is sleeping. Lol.

[@UrbanTiger74]

Lol me too

[@TandTWilderness]

Yup, me to!

[@TheBrettgriggs]

I should by stock in gun scrubber.

[@UrbanTiger74]

Damn. We need lives. LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@tavo2422]

Nice. Good Idea

[@thornjagger850]

The bearing grease is a real good idea, also Walmart sells small tubes of it in the mower section, good for story it in your pack.

[@borissukoi564]

hell yea

[@franklincerpico7702]

Who else here has a wife or girlfriend who complains about the smells that come from cleaning your rifle? If I have to put up with nail polish remover, then the wife can put up with a little Hopps#9

[@wntu4]

+Franklin Cerpico And hair color. OMG that crap is OBNOXIOUS.

[@MrChuckwagon55]

My wife thought me cleaning my guns smelled bad, until I started lighting my farts on fire.

[@johnnyringo8312]

+MrChuckwagon55 he'll yeah

[@johnnyringo8312]

+MrChuckwagon55 he'll yeah

[@OMGWUNSIU]

Mine says the smell of Hoppes #9 makes her hot and she usually calls her sister up to come over for a three way. I can't hardly ever clean more than one guns at a time without getting ... er... "distracted".

[@lefthandpath7358]

Noticed how you stoped the hammer from slapping forward when the gun was broke down. I made that mistake a couple of times. I stoped when I learned not to let that happen. You can learn a lot from someone who knows what they are doing just by watching them. Great vid.

[@cantabhiker3285]

Great info Reid. I've been using wheel bearing grease on my M1 for years and always wondered why everyone said to oil the ar15. I was taught- if it slides use grease. If it turns use oil.

[@hookeaires6637]

"If it slides, use grease. If it turns, use oil"....... perfectly stated.

[@alvaroeloredo]

Well, pistons slide up and down in the engine block, so there is that.

[@bmffafo5004]

@@alvaroeloredo Good thing the crank turns.

[@CL-ty6wp]

pistons slide in an engine

[@CL-ty6wp]

@@bmffafo5004 good thing your comment said nothing. "the sky is blue"

[@ventarfield7115]

Man I have been oiling my AR with much frustration. The Hi Temp grease has changed up my game. Thanks as always Reid!

[@MilsurpMikeChannel]

This video is a great community service. Thanks Reid.

[@uscgalpha91]

Thanks Reid for the tip on High Temp Bearing Grease. I am picking up a can today. I have been running my bolt with Mobil 1 5/30 synthetic and Mobil ! synthetic trans fluid mixed 4 pts oil 1 part tranney. It keeps the grit/carbon suspended and makes clean up a breeze. I tried every brand of traditional "gun oil" but my AR's were cooking it off. I always shoot my Colt AR's well oiled with my mix and at year 10 their is no appreciable wear Thanks again for making great videos.

[@johnqpublic2718]

I've been using high temp axle grease on my rifles every since i saw this video a year ago and i've not had any issues since. THE BEST tip in this video. trust me.

[@alexanderheling2057]

I'm going to pick up a tub tomorrow. Mobil 1 motor oil works great for rust resistance and lubrication. I always wondered about hydraulic fluid, haha. But, I think one would be hard to beat wheel bearing Grease.

[@orozjetv]

Great tip to keep small BCG parts in the charging handle!

[@BBWiggs-kd2ph]

Thanks for the recommendations for the grease...watched dozens of videos, and all the big KZbinrs are always hawking products...$7 for a tiny tube of grease...you are the first guy I've seen give a practical guide for cleaning my weapon--thanks!

[@tablerockkid8237]

Thank you Reid thank you. I have preached and practiced for decades the methods you lay out here and my ARs have always worked. Your words are music to this old soldiers ears!

[@BushcraftingBogan]

Finally! A cleaning video with a firearm that needs cleaning. Thanks for the practical demonstration and advice.

[@combatjm89]

I've always been partial to CLP ( I remember dipping my M60 bolt in the gallon jug at ranges), but buying it as a veteran sucks (Ungle Sugar got the bulk discount...). Love the use of hi-temp grease. Got 2 tubs in the garage from packing bearings by hand. They have a new purpose! Thanks Reid.

[@ZyPhReX]

***** Same here. Gonna give this grease a try though. Can't argue with that price.

[@pistolgrip44mag]

Who'd of thunk it? So simple , so easy. Just cleaned and lubed my Frankenstein PSA/AR Stoner AR-15 in 7.62x39. Works like a charm.

[@brandon23471]

Thank you very much for all of the great information you make available to newer gunners like myself. It's so valuable to be able to watch somebody do all of this maintenance work and to hear them explain their methods. Be safe, man. Cheers.

[@Aleks9x19]

I've had and used the same grease for about 4 years! Good info, Reid.

[@JCG105]

Thank you for educating the masses, Reid. :-) I've spent many a long night figuring this stuff out. Glad you've got the condensed version out there for all to see. Keep kickin' ass, brother.

[@wildassmerc]

This video is more informative than the class I got in basic training on how to clean a rifle.

[@johnstickman7995]

Great video!!! Thanks for all the information you freely share and your time doing it.

[@daronpealock8724]

Awesome video sir! I love hearing that you don't have to be OCD about cleaning the rifle and still making it go bang, especially from someone who teaches and can give advice that is practical and based on experience. Keep up the great work!

[@htimsrM]

Hey thanks for the great video, I appreciate the laid back approach to cleaning, you make it sound simple enough for anyone. I've actually felt like taking notes on other cleaning how to's!

[@Javier-pe7ie]

Awesome video! Simple and to the point. I don't think anybody can say anything negative about this. This guy is running his rifles more than most of us ever will. Do you lube your pistols with the same grease? Post a video of cleaning your ak and pistols.

[@stopstickers]

Watched it when released. Sharing with a friend in 2020! Thanks Reid!!!

[@knowlege85]

Thanks for the info I just got my first ar a few days ago. This video has really helped, especially the tip on the grease. Keep up the great work, and thank you for you service sir

[@Gatorelf]

Perfect ! No messing around with bs just to the point and done, good job !

[@mikewood1244]

great video reid. I use dextron 6 transmission fluid to lube my rifle. it stands up to extreme heat and has cleaning agents in it.

[@jwalter9477]

I'm glad you have your own channel.. You make things look easy, thank you !!

[@MrNumbers88]

Hey Reid - thanks for a helpful video - I'm new to the AR world, and appreciated your suggestions and demonstration.

[@jyo8914]

Nice videos! I appreciate your easy going attitude and approach. One warning though-Hoppes #9 is some pretty toxic stuff, so I would strongly suggest using gloves and in a well ventilated area.

[@brunosbay7671]

Awesome instruction Reid. Have a boat load of this grease, it just makes sense. Thanks

[@wilmafingerdoo1219]

Never thought about wheel bearing grease. That's a great idea. I've got a big tub of it in my toolbox. I just cleaned my guns yesterday so next time I will use wheel bearing Grease. I have been over lubricating my gun. Thanks for the tips Reid.

[@351CJ]

Thanks for another great video. Great tip with the hi temp bearing grease. Never thought of it, makes sense.

[@pioneersurvival5116]

Very helpful Reid, thanks for sharing this video.

[@karenmxx7256]

Wow! Nice tip, Reid! I never would have thought of using EP (Extreme Pressure) Grease as assembly lube for my AR. I will be adding that to my cleaning kit as it certainly seems much more practical anyway.

[@alwaysarmed88]

I love your videos. Especially ones like these. I'm a poor guy and the pointer on the grease helps me. Everyone else wants you to get the new thing for that year. Oh this beats that, blah blah. But you, you really help and you break stuff down for better understanding. Thanks again for the videos and keep em coming

[@22640cal]

The hi temp grease is BY FAR the best lube I've used. I live in a high mountain desert climate which gets all 4 seasons and no problems and the grease is super cheap :)

[@richarddouglass3773]

Thank you for all the easy to follow videos

[@Krazeyeyed]

Reid, thank you so much for this video. It's so easy to understand and follow. My buddy loved it. Your awesome!

[@just82much72]

Love your ar vids Reid. You are a great teacher. Thanks for sharing this good info. I've learned so much from your videos.

[@mikehenderson7170]

Thanks Reid, This was a great no nonsense video, straight to the point with no B.S. just very good common sense info on how to keep your AR running well.....Thanks

[@FreedomAintFree1]

6:20 - the lubing begins. Thank you bud! Working on this now.

[@harvestblades]

Tip with the bolt cam is the extractor should be on the right side.

[@chetmakowski463]

Great tips, Reid! I've never heard anybody say extend the bolt. I've always had a hard time putting the charging handle and the bolt back in. Thanks!

[@MCRoadk1ll]

If you often struggle with undoing the first locking pin for maintenance because it's in there very thight, maybe this tip is for anyone who reads this. The biggest and easiest tip I ever got is: 1. if you have a bipod grip unfold that one first for extra balance/support; 2. press down on the back of the picatinny rail (around where your emergency sight is mounted) while your pistol grip is supported on the table; 3. push out the locking pin and the locking pin comes very easily. I hope that helped someone :)

[@applemarkwantsvids]

Thank you, Reid!

[@excoriated1]

Thank you Reid!

[@robraccuglia4703]

Reid, great video man. I'm a new AR owner and trying to retain as much knowledge as I can. This video and the one about how to zero were excellent.

[@golferwithguns]

While I have a 'number' of firearms, just added an AR. This was a simple explanation and appreciate your help with my first detail cleaning. Used some Tetra Gun Gease, but will get some high temp bearing grease foe next time! Thanks! Appreciate your service to our country👍🏻

[@joemamma3288]

Good information for new and seasoned shooters.

[@citrusfarmer]

Im glad im following Reid. What a nice guy. Great teacher. you are doing good informative vidoes.

[@thomasbeauduy8306]

Mr. Henrichs, Thanks so much for your simple no BS tips. I had no idea about the use of the grease you mentioned. I'm so used to using different oils/lubes that cook off or blap your eye pro during operation. I'll def check it out! I really appreciate your level headed common sense, and cost effective approach to the topics you discuss. I'd love to get the time off work to come take a course at Valor Ridge. Keep up the good work, and I wish you all the best!

[@willieluv]

High temp wheel bearing grease got it! Thank you!

[@GetMeThere1]

Interesting that you keep loaded guns around while doing your cleaning (so do I). Probably most people don't know this, but, recalling the famous FBI Miami shootout in 1986 with two real desperadoes. Those guys stole TWO guns, on two separate occasions, by finding people shooting by themselves in rural locations, KILLING them (surely, when they had just emptied their firearms in practice), and then taking the guns (and cars) of the people. Maybe I'm a bit paranoid, but I like to avoid actually being without a loaded weapon on those "obvious" occasions when I would be expected to not have a loaded gun.

[@GetMeThere1]

@Semper Fi Why? Criminal predators are very good at seeking weakness in their victims. Why point a gun at someone with a loaded gun in their hands -- who might unexpectedly turn around and shoot back at you -- when you can just wait ten seconds until they've emptied their gun (as they would predictably do)? Another question would be: why would you bother to nitpick over such a pointless issue?

[@GetMeThere1]

@Semper Fi I'm sorry. I mean no disrespect. But your points and questions don't make any sense to me. I'll have to leave it at that.

[@dschott1083]

I always buddy up to shoot anywhere. But we always keep loaded ones just in case as well. Just like sitting down at your camp hunting deer, bear... know where your weapon is and it better be loaded and close, and always have a side arm on you. Try not to take any thing for granted.

[@brentsaylor1725]

I did not know that about the Miami shootout.

[@mattharper588]

Brent Saylor it was played out in the show

[@BACzero]

The day after watching this video I stopped into Walmart and grabbed a tub of hi-temp bearing grease. I've spent so much money over the years trying all the cool, new lubricants that have come out. Tons of money, hours sitting at my bench with a hair dryer, heating up parts, letting things soak, all depends on the new fad... ugh. Then here you come, telling me just to use bearing grease. What a fantastic idea (and how silly of me not to think of it, myself!) I mean honestly! Thanks so much for the tip. I do tend to over clean my guns, but I actually enjoy the act of cleaning them, so I probably won't change that... but I do now have a new way of lubricating them. :)

[@mbrown86xxl]

Thanks for the videos , Im new to the AR platform and this video really helped me out. Keep up the good work.

[@jim1238]

Very nice. I was spending way too much time cleaning/lubricating. Did not know about the bearing grease either, I have a huge tub of it and have been buying lubricant from a gun store which is much more expensive. Thanks.

[@michaeldickens3357]

New AR owner... this was VERY helpful. Thank you.

[@falasteeny2745]

I watch your videos while I clean my firearms! Awesome videos! Great information! Always learning something new watching your channel

[@wncrobert36]

Reid, great video, thanks. I just bought my first AR and want to do it right. I was at Piston 1 with kid 1, coming back June with kid 2.

[@uscgalpha91]

Hey Reid, Great tip on the High Temp bearing Grease. I picked up a can at Auto Zone for $3.99. I had been buying M1/M14 grease in the Yellow cap butt stock containers at gun shows. God knows how old that shit was.

[@jds4300]

Thank you Sir. Great video.

[@onlybev1]

very good info. thanks Bevely

[@hawkeyestiguy]

Great video! It reassuring to see you're using grease. I am starting my first AR build soon & so many guys are hung up on expensive, X brand "gun" oils. In my experience gun oil tends to run off & burn up very quickly, & the AR's like to be run wet anyhow.

[@Rufustfirefly2112]

Perfect how to video. Thanks!

[@luisrauljimenez3400]

Great tutorial, nice and simple thanks!

[@mnrodriguez]

Excellent! Thanks!!!

[@ogplayboy7778]

Great video that grease got my Del Ton running like a champ. Arizona the oils burn off very fast. That shit works great on AKs as well.

[@shanelien]

Fantastic tip on keeping the pin inside the channel of the charging handle!!! Great way to keep those things rolling away from you.

[@Trumania1987]

Reid, Thanks for all your knowledge and Tips these are priceless tid-bits of knowledge. Just bought some of the same grease and used it for the first time on my shield about 10 min ago. For 3.99 I think I have enough lube for all of my fire arms for the rest of my life lol. I hope one day I can get the chance to make it to Valor Ridge!!

[@sjohnson1776]

I've used grease on mine for years.....and.....never thought of high temp wheel bearing grease which I have in my garage. And I'm one of those guys that OC about cleaning the rifle or pistol. It has to be spotless. Or at least it used to. Thanks Reid!!

[@jpresas3082]

Great video, thanks for the information.

[@bigoz7]

Great video very informative and thanks for sharing!

[@jeremylong6229]

wheel bearing grease is a great idea I always used clp and got really annoyed as it would all run off the areas I put it. I will deffinatly try this

[@__BERSERKER__]

Awesome insight

[@chicoshovelhead]

Well said and presented. To me, a good video is one I learn something from. Good video.

[@melodicrockrules5150]

Thank you for this excellent video, keep up the excellent work. I enjoy your videos.

[@lucianotovar6402]

I thought I was the only one who used grease it stays where you put it and it doesn’t burn off!thank you great vid

[@benjiesmith1791]

Ar newbe never thought about using grease to lubricate it! Thanks Reid!

[@gooney0]

Thanks for the video. I'll have to watch again after visiting the range for the 1st time.

[@1RiderPale]

Actually I would recommend following Reid's lubricating instructions before heading to the range.

[@TheHeal3152]

Reid I have bin cleaning my AR-15 for 30+ years. But I could always improve So I had to lesson to what you had to say On the cleaning process, thankyou

[@RileyRR]

Excellent video!

[@zachz699]

Just put the extractor on the correct side no need to try the cam pin twice for everyone

[@TheKaosUSMC]

Love it. Still have the Marine in me where I gotta get inspection clean

[@bradon530soulja]

Looks like i have new grease to use! Thank you for the info

[@UrbanDefensiveTactics]

Great video! However, many viewers have brand new ARs or similar weapons; these new weapons, especially the bolt carrier groups might have preservative on them that needs to be cleaned off. A good bore cleaner solvent should be used to strip any tacky film off internal parts of your weapon. Also, for long term cleaning and maintenance, I would definitely invest in and utilize a bore brush and a rod for your barrel and/or compatible bore snake.

[@1337penguinman]

A good bog standard military cleaning kit is a great investment. I run a brake that doesn't play well with bore snakes which makes the solid cleaning rod a must.

[@RileyRR]

Such a great video to learn from.

[@MatteoSixSeventyFour]

I have the exact same grease from Advanced Auto Parts. Been using it the same way for a couple years now. LoL Great video Reid S/Fi

[@frankiefrank4853]

Amazing video man. Straight to the point

[@ej2659]

Great video as usual. Glad to see you use grease as well. I never understood people putting oil on guns especially expensive boutique gun oils. Some people have more money than sense.

[@worddunlap]

I clean mine and it is clean. I bought some nylon brushes for the bore and chamber because I was concerned about wearing it out more by cleaning than shooting.

[@reliablethreat23]

Excellent video.

[@bigcountry9869]

Thanks for the video.

[@josephabna7764]

thanks i just got my first ar 15 and this help me out

[@astrogirl1usa]

Useful information, as always!

[@jdp5271989]

I didnt realize I was being OCD about cleaning my rifle this will be a time saver

[@larrymedina9737]

You changed my life with this grease

[@PhantomPhixer1]

Job well done...thx

[@beasst55]

Watched some time ago...I'm a believer of that high-temp grease. Keep a little pill bottle in my field kit. (great on cuts too!)

[@benjibanks7894]

Great video. Thanks