Hi All...
Long time lurker - first time poster.
I just installed an OEM +2 mag extension on my M4. The magazine spring seal ring was seated at the half-way position within the OEM mag extension and was preventing a full load of cartridges (only 5 could load).
I did a couple of searches here in the forums and didn't find anything that indicated that the magazine spring seal ring was a critical component. If removed, the mag screw would just fulfill the function of the magazine spring seal ring.
I removed the magazine spring seal ring, reassembled the weapon, and now the weapon loads 7 cartridges as expected.
So, here's my question:
Is the magazine spring seal ring necessary? Should I reinstall the magazine spring seal ring or is it even needed?
What has been everybody's experience here?
Thanks for the help.
~m