Stiff pump

[tacklejunkie]

I have a 20 gauge pump that I left in my vehicle for a week in the gun case.

I took it out today and the pump action was stiff. It still pumps back but it does seem to be stiffer than even a week ago. I though being out in the cold could do it but after being in the house all day, it still takes more effort to pump a round than before. I don't see any noticable rust. Any ideas what could be causing it??

[TruthWalleyes]

Take it apart and clean it. Add gun oil to the sliding areas. By simply removing the barrel, you can get oil to the pump slide.

[Ufatz]

Hey TJ. Sounds to me like you have too much gun grease in the wrong spot. No other logical reason unless you have accidentally bent something a little bit and the action rods are binding.

I'm betting you just need a good thorough cleaning.

Have fun. Don't make a mess.