Ryobi P320 Air Strike Disassembly

In this video we take a look inside of a non-working Ryobi Airstrike brad nailer. It has been really, really botched up. We still take time to look inside talk about what not to do and with a little cleaning and lube we get the mechanism striking again. If you would like to go further looking into the repair of one of these Airstrikes please comment below and I will try to get my hands on one blinking the LED to look into. Hope you learned something from this video and thanks for watching!
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[@richardkatzman1215]

Very interesting. When my Ryobi Pin Gun stopped working, I took mine apart like you did. The one big difference is you know what you’re doing. I had no idea. I was looking for something that was disconnected a quick fix. When I couldn’t find anything, I put it back together. I did notice that the mechanism seemed very dry and in need of some lubricant. So I gave it a shot of WD40. When I got it all back together I tried it and it worked. I was surprised. I used my Ryobi for a while then put it up. The next time I needed to use it, it didn’t work again. Now I see that there are a lot of people with the same problem. It seems that lubricant is the answer.

[@jtaylor8606]

This is such an excellent instructional video - it covered every part of what I needed to dismantle and repair this tool. For me, power was there but it wasn't firing the pin, so it looks like it was just a lubrication issue. Anyway, another tool saved from landfill - that takes me to one Ryobi nailer, one Metabo drill and one Festool vacuum all fixed this holiday season - free tools FTW!.

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Awesome job! Thanks for your kind comment!

[@ImranJones]

Really cool video. I just bought one of these and was just wondering how the whole Airstrike deal works. Thank you!

[@juanmanuelcruzleon7577]

The best video for airstrike p320

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Thanks so much for your comment!

[@fstarockaburns425]

hey gr8 vid - bought one for 10 bucks not working, cleaned moving parts and replaced the large oring on the canister and boom - firing right on. if only prices werent so ridiculously expensive I have a ridgid lying on table too, i accidentally bought a store demo model at a swap meet not knowing it had parts missing intentionally! just the piston is like 50-60 bucks! also need the square ram too and a new can (they drilled a hole thru it) - overall just those 3 parts would set me back the price of a good used one.. if i get lucky and find another unit for parts I can make one from the two-

[@ThriftyToolShed]

I never really thought about getting one that was made for display or demo only. Dang it! I know what you mean about the cost of replacement parts for sure. Thanks for your comment and best of luck to ya!

[@josephpuchel6497]

Hey Very nice work and tutorial. So these Ryobi nailers work off cylinder compressed air ? I’m looking at getting a Metabo but it looks like you need to put air in it when it needs it via air hose. This is why I’m thinking Ryobi . I would like to get the newer angle finish nailer. I need something cordless do to speak. I’m using Pasload air finish nailer until it Ryobi angle comes out hopefully soon. So what lubricant oil should be used for this plunger ?? Don’t want to have o-rings expand Had someone worked on the nailer before you soldering smaller gauge wires ?? Thank you

[@ThriftyToolShed]

This is an older video, so based on the thumbnail, all of this should have been discussed. Even the lubricant I used in the top right of the thumbnail photo, but I can't say for certain as its been a while. I used Teflon lube and as mentioned it can't be petroleum based as it will cause o-ring swelling. Actually, the cylinder seems to assist in the positioning of the plunger, the depth and also has some vacuum to help pull the plunger back up into stop position. No actual air pressure or pump involved. Thanks for your kind comment!

[@user-ep1tp4ys9k]

У меня Ryobi P318 AirStrike 23 g перестал стрелять. Мигает индикатор. Батарея заряжена. Разбирал смотрел сам вреде ничего не оборвано не сгорело на первый взгляд. Что это может быть?

[@georgewingham8132]

Would it be possible to bypass that safety switch? I just broke the presser foot on the front of gun and I'm curious if I could bypass that switch and jam the mechanism back and use the nailer like that? I haven't heard back from repair shop yet. I'm just hoping it's not a $200 repair for a $180 tool lol.

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Most of these models the safety switch is an input to the microcontroller I believe so it will most likely flash an error if it detects a shorted switch?

[@manojpatel1823]

can you advice how the magnet is connected to the driver assembly? I opened the nailer and se that the magnet does the stay with the driver when I pull it out.

[@ed8696]

I see a lot of these nailers on ebay selling for parts. In most cases they say there is NO power and they are demanding in upwards of $60, so risk is too high. What would you look for to repair a unit that has no power at all?

[@ThriftyToolShed]

I go over a good bit about how the tool works in this video below. It's been over 3 years, but maybe it will help some. Best of luck to ya! kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2akn2Noid9gptksi=8RQnXuIp9Y3yYVt7

[@manojpatel1823]

Ignore my question. I see the screw holding the magnet to the driver assembly has been sheared

[@AlexanderSeven]

I wonder if greenworks nailer also has air compressor or regular spring.

[@boardwalksalon1076]

Just to note: Ryobi Seal Kit 202609001 for P320 Cordless Brad Nailer if needed. Perfect video, repaired mine.

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

[@richarddelrio8362]

Thanks for info. I have question. On the replacement parts diagram it shows a filter and the replacement parts people sent me a picture of it. But I do not see it in video and it’s not mentioned in video and I did not see a filter when I took gun apart. Can anyone help with this.

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Some models have the small filter in between the piston and the valve holder.

[@adamkostan8671]

I have same1 - only use it to shoot 100 nails and friend of friend ask me if hi can borrow for few days to do some work at his house... When hi give back didn't work -i have llight on after I press button below the trigger but don't shoot or make any sounds what can be a reason? Or what is most common fault?

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Out of nails or the same issue as I shared with the thermal fuses is the most common fault.

[@martiniafg]

So if the trigger stays out, doesnt come bqck, is that magnet problem or lubrication?

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Usually lubrication or seals in my experiences.

[@martiniafg]

@@ThriftyToolShed yes, good amount of machinery oil helped, thanks!

[@TheHouseofChameleons]

I cant fire a 2" nail. The striker doesnt retract fully. Its out a 1/4 inch. I tried smacking it in but no give. I havent disassembled it because I dont know what to look for. Any suggestions?

[@ThriftyToolShed]

I would check the bracket/plate in front of the nailer. The piece that is bolted on the front that holds the anvil against the slide. It can get moved and not allow the anvil to slide freely. If you loosen and see if you can get it to move real free. I would check that as well as lube up the anvil and slide well with a silicone based lube like super lube and see if that helps. amzn.to/3ncu4Kx

[@richarddelrio8362]

I just had similar problem and took apart to find the shaft was broken inside gun. Costs 3.99 +shipping. Waiting for part to put back together.

[@SammytheBammy1]

I dropped my Airstrike and now it won't work. It took a pretty good head-first fall on a hard surface. There is a small dent in the head plastic body but nothing in the cartridge assembly or firing pin or safety switch section is damaged. It was working fine just before I dropped it. The light comes on (not blinking) but nothing actuates when the trigger is pressed. Have made sure to try with another good battery, cartridge is loaded with brads, etc. but no cigar. Any suggestions on what to look for? Given the heavy weight of the internal components (motor, piston) it could be that a wire got jarred lose? That's my only hope ... HELP!

[@ThriftyToolShed]

It could be anything internal really. I would check the function of the safety switch and motor connections first.

[@SammytheBammy1]

@@ThriftyToolShed Thanks. I'll open it up with the help of your GREAT video. I'm hoping that something got jarred loose when it fell, It's obviously not the main power since the LED comes on. but the relay doesn't engage the firing circuit or mechanism. Wish me luck. :)

[@SammytheBammy1]

Hi@@ThriftyToolShed : I have taken off the nail cartridge and striker head. Will the "low nail" and "pressure against target" functions now be bypassed so that I can troubleshoot any other reason why it isn't firing?

[@ThriftyToolShed]

The front micro switch will have to be activated to test. So the trigger and the plunger micro switch.

[@SammytheBammy1]

@@ThriftyToolShed Thanks. P320 is disassembled. No obviously disconnected wires or internal physical damage or burned components. I have tested with a fully charged battery (LED comes on, not blinking), and activated the trigger and plunger micro switches, but no action results. The driver pin is not stuck; I am able to pull it out after overcoming the pull of the magnet. Are there any voltage test points I can check to narrow down the failure?

[@pbgutterguy]

What’s it mean if both sides of the motor are not when you engage the trigger? It doesn’t fire but if you jumps ground to the white side it will fire.

[@ThriftyToolShed]

It has been a while since I did this video of course. I have another video after this one explaining the operation and salvaging a non-working unit maybe similar to yours if it helps. Best of luck to ya! kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2akn2Noid9gptk

[@chanoaguilar61]

Friend, where can I get the piston for the airstrike?

[@ThriftyToolShed]

I have seen some used on eBay or parts places such as Jacks small engine like this for example... www.jackssmallengines.com/jacks-parts-lookup/part/ridgid/206151003 or somewhere like ereplacements as an example for some models here.... www.ereplacementparts.com/assembly-piston-and-rod-p-1772758.html

[@BCAdventures]

I picked up a free Ryobi airstrike from someone who was throwing it away. The previous owner said they were working on a project and the tool started smoking. Is this tool repairable?

[@ThriftyToolShed]

That's an impossible question to answer for certain. I have shared in a couple videos about the large resistors over heating and seen either the resistors or thermal fuse opening up on this model. It is what I call the braking circuit for the motor. It has 2 high wattage resistors as well as a thermal fuse on a small board located in the handle. Those are known to overheat in some situations. I have a video fixing one that I was given and someone had tried to rewire to make work without knowing what they were doing. I did show how bad and dangerous it is and a better way to get by in a tight if you had to get one going. It's not something I recommended, but shared it would be better than the way some were sharing as a bypass. The video below may possibly help you some in troubleshooting... kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2akn2Noid9gptk

[@BCAdventures]

@@ThriftyToolShed thank you for your quick reply and direction :)

[@davidbacher2198]

Mine quit working soon after I started using it. Lubed it up, it will run the pin up and down but it doesn't "hit" only cycles, and then the light comes on. Aggravating. It doesn't seem to be generating the "air"

[@ThriftyToolShed]

That is crappy, I hope its still under warranty if you just started using it!

[@NhanNguyen-nk8eh]

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[@aurthorthing7403]

I like the idea of Ryobi but not the tools themselves. I also want to let you know that your mic is rattling my speakers in the mid to high frequencies. There is one spot where my speaker sounds like it has something rattling on top of it. I think you could use a high pass filter or an EQ adjustment.

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Thanks, my mic was too high. I forget to check the settings sometimes after a update and it defaults to 100%. Sorry for the saturation....

[@love2binu]

I took it apart i didn't see anything wrong with it just clicks the turns on but it's not blinking

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Seems odd. I have not seen that exact issue. Not sure if the click you mention is the trigger noise or actually motor movement click?

[@johnp8384]

Awesome Video!! I have one with the Thermal Fuse burnt unrecognizable, also the 2 Resisters look toasted. Rest of the board looks good! These units are discontinued. Do you have the identification off the Therm so I can order them to repair my Board! I have a pic to send if you wish! Thanks Again for the Video! 👍👍

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Almost all the information is off of these once removed from the potting. It seems like a 100C rated thermal fuse If I remember correctly.

[@johnp8384]

@@ThriftyToolShed thanks for the Reply, the part is discontinued in Canada. I hate to throw out a perfectly good tool with a simple fix, in the land fills.

[@ThriftyToolShed]

If I remember correctly it is 100C Thermal fuse, double check one if you can to see the rating for sure. I noticed Amazon has a assortment kit as well. ebay may be cheaper if in no hurry. (that slow boat can take a month) Amazon Link to Thermal Fuse Assortment if needed: amzn.to/372H0cP Amazon Link to 100C Thermal Fuses if needed: amzn.to/3fmBPbk

[@jamesleming5303]

Thanks for the great video. You certainly know your stuff. I have a newer P326 shooting 2or 3 nails at once with one trigger pull. The sliding hammer seems to be beveled at the tip. It's not flat like I would expect it to be. Is the tip supposed to be flat? this one is not quite as sharp as a chisel.

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Thanks for your kind comment! I have only seen ones ,as you mentioned you expect one to be, flat. I am not saying some newer design doesn't incorporate the different beveled tip though. I agree with you that it seems odd. I do not have one of the newer P326 to say for sure. I would check out the one on display the next time I'm going by Home Depot!

[@jamesleming5303]

My real problem related to the question about the head shape had to do with trying to diagnose the tool jamming while shooting 2 nails at a time. I finally figured out that I had loaded it with 18 gauge brads from another air nailer. Works fine with the correct gauge brads.

[@stevenc8140]

So what % of your experience does the "Thermal Fuse" cause the light to blink? Because, I troubleshooted a P320 and found the fuse intact! But the light still blinks!!! So I gave up...And got another used one that is still working...

[@ThriftyToolShed]

I have worked on maybe a dozen or so of these and about half the time. So 50% of the time maybe the thermal fuse or the resistors for the braking is the cause. Other times it is in the control board. Sometimes mosfets and sometimes the board has major issues down to microcontroller itself causing issues.

[@stevenc8140]

@@ThriftyToolShed is this a similar circuitry that hair dryers stop working? Due to a thermal fuse? Thank you for your great response! By the way I thoroughly enjoyed ( due you continence and voice inflection) both your videos on the P320. You must see some strange attempts at starting hand held fires! Lol

[@ThriftyToolShed]

Yes it is the same over temp protection that most likely all hair dryers have for protection. I worked on a Dyson HD01 lately and it has them as well. The thermal fuse, the ole one time use wonders. They are great little safety devices though for sure. They are used in clothes dryers as well and since they are cheap and protect against overcurrent as well as over heat they are in lots of devices. And yeah, I have seen some things that people do that make your head spin. The P320 repair attempt in this video is a good example. On top of that, it is someone on youtube showing how to do that as a fix, omg!

[@elvis459]

Can you replace the thermal fuse? Mine made a slight bang, handle got hot and hasn’t worked since so assuming it’s the thermal fuse?!

[@stevenc8140]

@@elvis459 I saw one video where you can. You just have to figure out which one it is?

[@accordv6er]

So... This could be used to make a nerf gun... Ideas

[@promo130]

So pritty bad build quality these ryobi airstrikes, thought of buying one but think its better to pay a little more and get a dewalt or milwaukee

[@ThriftyToolShed]

I really would go the Milwaukee, Ridgid or DeWalt route as a majority of these seem to have this similar issue. I know TTI makes Ryobi as well as Milwaukee and Ridgid but different level of tools for sure.

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