How to fix a bent barrel extension?

[G.T.]

Probably heat can and will help... but I really don't think it necessary for the small amount of correction needed... When I was a puppy, I worked on many, many small, mostly two cycle engine, outboard motors, snowmobiles, motorcycles, lawn and garden, and on and on... And one thing I remember that was always fascinating, was straightening a bent connecting rod... you could bend it quite a ways, both back and forth, until the piston was true to the cylinder.. no compromise in strength or life of the part... I don't think these receivers are any better metal or temper, and I've had more trouble supporting them correctly, then in bending the part... A real issue, is if it's slightly crushed??? We will see as I have it in my hot little hands right now! Again, not for the faint of heart........ I will report back soon with either happy smiles, or big crocodile tears?? Best to all til...lat'r....GT