I can not thank you guys enough. Truly, I appreacite all of the help and advice.

I am pretty good around bolt actions but this little auto takes me out of my comfort range. No, I do not have a manual so this is a big help. Beleive it or not, this rifle was a wedding present! Great story, by the way. Regardless, I want to make this little carbine function properly. It was great when working right but it just won't now. Hopefully, it can be repaired.