FLP-08 Falx Stock Lock - Lever Actuated System

NOTE: This is a "Beta" design and only a few people have made and tried it.  Feedback is welcomed and the model will be updated if needed once I get more input.  Please wear eye protection and be careful; I can't guarantee the strength or safety of these parts.

Description:

This converts the locking system for the adjustable stock to use a central push-down lever to unlock the stock bars.

The original Trunnion 5 and stock adjustment parts are completely replaced by this set of parts.

On the standard version, M3 thru-holes are modeled to 3.0mm; intended to be drilled/bored out if required, to have just enough clearance for smooth operation without unnecessary play. M3 tap holes are modeled at 2.7mm; it is recommended to use a tap, but should support self-tapping if you really want to do that. Tap slowly to avoid heating and destroying threads.  There is also a version "[Thru-hole Looser Fit]" which has the m3 thru-holes modeled to 3.2mm instead, if you prefer to use that.

The parts can be printed with zero or minimal supports, depending on your printer.  To fit this mechanism into the existing space constraints of Trunnion 5, there are some areas with thin walls; please be mindful of this when slicing the parts for printing.  Print the parts to be strong.

I have personally printed this all in PETG for my testing, but the stiffness of PLA may be beneficial for the Lever and the Lift Bar.

Hardware:

• 1 x 25mm M3 Socket Head Cap Screw (for lever pivot)

• [Optional] 4 x 35-40mm M3 Socket Head Cap Screw (for joining trunnion pieces)

• [Optional] 2 x 10-15mm long, 3-4mm OD Springs (ex. WB Jones #183 / McMaster-Carr #9657K266, recommended to use lower force springs vs original springs)