MallardAddict
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I use a layer of .010 pipe wrap tape applied down the whole barrel to set my float
How much gap between barrel and stock?
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Not to mention if you load up the bipod
Next question: Instead of sanding away more of my stock, I would think shaping a thin washer to fit the front of the action and then bedding the rifle would work. Has anyone done this?
dennisinaz
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It's not uncommon to raise to action but you're sick determines this
Sick? I have been called twisted and not right. Never sick.
Hard rock
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Remember if it's a wood stock once removed you can't put it back . I have a lot of custom stocked rifles that float too the thickness of a piece of paper . Too much float is gaudy looking and for the most part not necessary, do a minimal float and shoot it . If it needs more the target will tell you .If looks are of no concern open it up where there is no doubt . I personally float just what is necessary.
It is a fiberglass Bell & Carlson stock with an aluminum frame bedded in it. But, I am toying with the idea of pillar mounting my 1968 Winchester Model 70. Or I could just pony up the cash for a McMillan stock.
dennisinaz
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Sorry, stock, not sick
Bedding a v block as they usually do not have trad pillar contact, counter sink a flat at the action hole of the block and use a wash/shim for direct metal contact. You could also drill out and screw in pillars. Then bed. Same for the rear of the lug face. File, sand, grind, mill a bit of clearance and bed so you get even contact across the entire rear surface flat of the lug. I think even with the accuracy of cnc inletting bedding still ensures stress free action mount.
Here is a thread on it Bedding V-Blocks that has good info and details.
As its a good fiberglass stock and not some exotic $2k+ Circassian Exhibition Grade full figured stock. I say go to the lumber yrd or Hardware store an get a few piece of wood round that fits the channel wrap with sandpaper and work the channel if it needs more clearance or turing the gap clearance that is visible.
Here is a thread on it Bedding V-Blocks that has good info and details.
As its a good fiberglass stock and not some exotic $2k+ Circassian Exhibition Grade full figured stock. I say go to the lumber yrd or Hardware store an get a few piece of wood round that fits the channel wrap with sandpaper and work the channel if it needs more clearance or turing the gap clearance that is visible.
