Savage action screw torque tuning. I have shrunk groups quite a bit doing this.

• Savage action screw torque tuning Thanks Russ. Savage torque tuning questions. Savage built the rifle to shoot that load. is best for my rifle. This is a very important aspect of accuracy in a rifle, and this test proves that. ”. I think the lowest setting I have on any rifle is 39lbs 03-22-2012 The Vortex torque recommendation is a dry torque value, so be aware of that fact if you torque wet. Is the bench rest 12 action the same and 12 FTR? or are there any differences? Thank you. As for the action screws, the biggest concern is the effect action screw torque has on barrel/action tune, something scope rings don't respond to. Ron AKA. Once you go too far, the groups will start to open. What is the factory spec so that I can put it back where it was or correct the undertightening done during final assembly ? . the front action screw torqued to 30 in/lbs and the tang screw torqued to 15 in/lbs. Reactions: Kickstart 173 and gmd1950. Whats curious is you have a long action with only two action screws and one trigger assembly wood screw? Savage 220: Savage 220 action torque specs. 22 Accuracy, we’re going to take a look at action screw torque. I have typically gone with 30-35 in/lbs on the front action screw & about 5-7in/lbs less on the rear action screw. If you like, I can post pics of the targets I started with the front screw torqued at 65" # and the rear screw torqued at 15" #. When I used a Remington 700 action for a match rifle, national champions suggested 40 to 45 inch pounds on the front and back screws, 10 on the middle screw. But now there is a warning from Boyd's to not over tighten the action screws as they have seen delamination occur with over tightening. It is written for a three screw action but works for two screw as well. 36 posts · Joined 2013 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Nov 20, 2013. Do the opposite to install. Joined Dec 29, 2011 Messages 53. This article originally appeared in the SAVAGE ACCURACY Blog. The pencil barrel is going to have flex. Long story short (or in summary if you prefer) it appears that torque tuning the action screws is well worth the effort. You can also try shooting with the rear action screw loose to see if there is a bedding problem on your front action area & recoil lug. not ft. I thought I'd ask Accustock owners about their first hand experience with this issue. Check out In Part Three of my Pursuit for . So the last two times at the range I had a fouled barrel and prior to those range sessions, had everything zeroed and trued. PeterRocco. 5 CM. If you use the Search function here you will come across a tutorial on using the action screws to tune your rifle to your load. Even a simple trigger cleaning means removing the Accustock. Savage lists the action screw torque as 15 inch pounds. 6. I'm having some issues with cold bore shots and I think it might be my action screws torque settings on my 12FV. Savage LRP Action Screw Torque; Savage LRP Action Screw Torque. 02-01-2015, 07:10 PM #3. Also have a Remington 700 in 204 Ruger. The dot is one inch, the group measures . An exact torque value is less critical than a consistent snug fit. I have gone from 30-65 in/lbs on the two action screws and 20-40 in/lbs on trigger guard screw but can't seem to change my group size. 02-09-2018, 09:08 AM. Mar 25, 2020. Whatever the main screw is torqued to, the other should be torqued to half of the torque on the main screw, try it, it may surprise you. In this article, Stan explains how to adjust the action-screw tension on a three-screw Savage I started with the front screw torqued at 65" # and the rear screw torqued at 15" #. I just purchased a model 10t-sr from cabelas chambered in . Which front & back? The Art of the Rifle: Bolt, Lever, and Pump Action The Firing Line Forums > The Hide > The Art of the torque-tuning/ where they say that for laminate stocks the torque is supposed to be 30-35 inch-lbs, presumably 35 for the front and 25 to 30 for the rear. Savage Mark ii in a Mcrees Precision chassis. I have read here where it is suggested 15-16 inch lbs. Tuning with reloads is much more Savage's don't have a "Tang screw". A final thought; there are actually 2 major sources of friction in a bolted joint, the flank engagement of the threads, and the friction between the bearing surface of the bolt or nut and the clamped material, so when lubing action screws, to be procedurally correct, you need to lube the threads AND the bearing surface of the head of the screw. the rear screw first to a torque of 35 inch pounds, followed by a torque of 35 inch pounds to the front screw. , and so on, & so forth; with a reason why for each one. Can't believe I waited this long to try this, I must be a That sound like a really good approach! But what torque in front and with which stock? Are we talking snug hand tightening with a screw driver or T-handle allen wrench or just tight until screws stop turning and are firm against the stock? this is all kinda new to me. I am trying to torque action screws on Trr-Sr Tacticool Stock. Most just say the same thing as the manual. I started with 65 inch pounds on the front screw and 10 inch pounds on the rear. One of my rifles likes 15 inlb. Also has anyone played with tuning the torque setting for accuracy? Help Does anyone have a recommended action screw torque for a choate tactical in a short action fitted with a CDI magazine conversion? By strut64 in forum 110-Series Rifles Replies: 9 Last Post: 03-21-2014, 03:33 PM. Well it did! I am very happy with it! The 55 grain shoot about . Warning! This thread is more than 9 years ago old. Thread Tools. In my Swede's, the rear tang screw needs to be tight to prevent the action from moving around under recoil but in them that screw is one of the two action screws. I searched on savageshooters. Lbs. Minuteman. There are many, many ways of tuning a rifle and the German Rifle is an old Savage 110 flat back with a Shilen prefit barrel. The smaller screw at the My Savage actions, i do 30 inlb on the front screw, rear screw 15 inlb. You can also try shooting with the rear action screw loose to see My method is to barely snug the action screws, stand rifle on butt, load the barreled action rearward in stock, snug screws a bit more and then torque to 15"lbs. So I finally broke down and bought a Wheeler Engineering FAT torque wrench. I have seen him thread a barrel in the action till it stops with a side entry wrench, then smack the wrench hard several times, with a carpenters hammer. I believe in Action to Stock Creep. It is installed in a Richards Microfit Benchrest thumbhole stock that is pillared and epoxy bedded by me. Plus, action screws are typically 1/4x28 and they are not designed to take a lot of torque. I have a Savage 110HS 300 Win Mag in the HS Precision stock. This is a three shot group at 300 yds with my 6. to 65" lbs. Hit it on something like a sand bag so that it is a dull thud without much bounce I've read the sequence for Savage actions a couple of times on this forum, but would like to know what order is best for Remingtons and also for Weatherbys and Mausers. Like in the 60-65 inch pounds range for front and rear. Loaded up some rounds (338-06) that shot well in 85° weather using Barnes 210 TTSX and IMR 4895. I think it would still have an effect. You'd be torquing the action into a soft substrate risking deforming it. The screw behind the trigger guard is just to hold the trigger guard. :rolleyes: Though we know what you meant. does anyone have a savage model 12 with an HS precision stock and know what the action screw torque should be ? 40-40-40 for the HS that comes with the aluminum I have typically gone with 30-35 in/lbs on the front action screw & about 5-7in/lbs less on the rear action screw. What is the theory that the rear tang in a Savage MUST float? I can easily accept that having action screws loose will yield erratic groups. The action (bolt) opens smoothly and runs without any binding. Also is your action bedded? My torque wrench is December 9th, 2012 Tuning Savage Actions Using Action Screw Torque Settings. Warrenoliver. No better way to determine the effectiveness of torque tuning of a Savage action than to try it yourself. Show Printable Version; 10-19-2017, 04:25 PM #1. Lazyme Discussion starter. Action screw torque. Depends on the stock and those would be initial torque tuning. Torque Tuning Action Screws BUT for the majority of rifles torquing the bedding screws is an accurate and very reliable method of "repeat" accuracy of action screw tightening and tuning. Jump to Latest 9K views 11 replies 9 participants last post by CJ_74 Sep 11, 2016. One of the first things I did after initially developing the load was to torque tune the action screws, then proceed with fine tuning the load. 17hmr . I would suggest taking the torque wrench with you to the range and change the torque every 3 shots. I shot a three shot group at a distance of 100 yards with each setting here are my I wouldn't torque much tighter than 15 in-lbs when tightening aluminum scope rings, if that's what you have. I tightened the lock nut down but want to torque it to proper spec. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Started by jvw2008, May 24, 2013, 08:22:46 PM. best group was 1 moa at 164 yards. the Regular Actions with the 2 screws. Or what in/lbs you guys have found to be best. I got it put on and head spaced this evening. Before I replaced the pillars I'd bed it at the recoil lug. Nothing to lose here so I tried it today. it only has two action screws and a trigger assembly wood screw. I don’t believe in Action Screw Torque Tuning, as it’s referred to. com) that describes this process. I shoot several competition rifles and use a well known smith. 3) TORX drive wood screw Fits: All MKII models produced after 2005. The front bottom plate screw and the front trigger screw are the ones going into metal, the other two going into the stock. torque wrench, and the fasteners broke free at about 30 - 35 inch / lbs. Leave it loose enough for the next step, but snug so it doesn’t rebound. Any sugestions The fact is; if an action screw must be set at a specific torque value to shoot consistantly, there is a bedding problem, and if it must be at that particular setting to shoot accurate, chances are that it will NOT stay at that setting with changes in the temperature and humidity. Show Printable Version; Savage 220: Savage 220 action torque specs. But they talk about the 3 screw actions, and not much about 2 screw like the stevens/10/110 etc. One 25 inlb, Let the rifle tell you. Tighten the rear action screw to 10 in. Wrcassell21 Well-Known Member. Titanium action screw. Tighten the middle action screw to 10 in. 19 moa. And my groups started to take a one hole group as I increased the third screw torque. in 5 lb increments. I have been doing this for several years now with great success. 2 front and 1 tang, but the tang is extremely critical in tuning. What is the proper torque for the barrel nut? Also, what is the proper torque for the action screws? This is on a 26" Criterion barrel in . View Profile View Forum Posts View Articles Status and torque tuning the rear action screw for best accuracy. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit Get help to accurately calculate and scope your sniper rifle using real shooting data. The middle row is the front two bolts torqued to 30 and the back bolt started at 5 going up to 40 inch pounds on the Just unlock the locking device and screw the barrel out as the action remains in the stock. I took the stock off and want to get a stock for F/TR. Hey Zero !! Thanks for correcting my terminology. Assuming they are torqued at 45# at the factory. I read a post somewhere about the retorquing procedure and it seems pretty straight forward. sometimes the right adjustments can tighten up groups in some rifles. Is there a factory setting for these or a standard. Continuing in 5"# Regardless, I have seen quite a few reports from Savage shooters suggesting this type of action screw torque setting can make a noticeable difference in precision. 45 moa. Help; Remember Me? Home; Forum; FAQ; Calendar; Forum Actions but the torque settings specified by MDT are much higher than those specified by Savage. Basic Member Join Date Sep 2013 Posts 255. The bore looks ok Newer (and hence the vast majority of) Accustocks have only two action screws. Thanks in advance. I've been researching action screw torque adjustment to fine tune barrel harmonics. It is a savage package gun. Tuning involves torquing the rifle's action screws at different torque values, then shooting groups and recording which groups were the tightest. This is a hunting rifle, but added some strength to the stock. 3308 posts Are you using the recommended 65 in/lb, or the "tuning savage action screw" method? Thanks. otherwise you'll strip it out. I went from 45" lbs. I decided to do some testing to find the ideal inch pounds for my action screws. I had a hard time keeping mine set to 15 in. Thread starter maximus7131; Start date Mar 10, 2019; M. Tighten the forward action screw to 10 in. Started back action screw at 20 inch pounds and shot three shot groups adjusting the torque on the back screw each series by 5 inch The only notable exception to this is tuning the Ruger #1 series of rifles, which display a LOT of sensitivity to the torque level of the forearm screw. I'v just bought the Savage 93R17BTVS 17 hmr and after removing it from the stock to adjust the trigger, I wonder what is the correct torque for the action screws. Watch out for the action screws to back off while shooting if you keep them set at 12 in. start to snug front action screw and barely snug the rear. Jan 23, 2018 2 2. Can use all the help I can get. On composite stocks with aluminum bedding blocks, apply additional torque to 55 inch pounds to the rear screw followed by 55 inch pounds to the front screw. The longer matching action screws are a great addition for fitting the action into a factory or aftermarket wood stocks so you can get the maximum thread use available. I have read many threads on torqueing savage action screws. Guest Action Torque Action screw torque on Savage laminated stock. Thanks for the replies. Lucky dog! Anyway I ask him what is done to tune a Savage action and didn't know. I start at 30 in. 17hmr ; Results 1 to 2 of 2 Thread: Torque Specs on Action screws for . Is this causeing the action to torque? Should I do the front or rear bolt first? I noticed that the rear bolt torque doesn't have as much to Hello, I am new to this list. Anyone know the original torque settings. You will have to register before you will be permitted to post: click the register link above to proceed. You can use RECOMMENDED values and see if you are happy, but a tuning test only takes about 30 rds to accomplish and you will KNOW its Here is a good article regarding Savage screw torque: Savage Action Screw Torque Tuning within AccurateShooter. Continuing in 5"# In this article, Stan explains how to adjust the action-screw tension on a three-screw Savage target action to achieve the best accuracy. By Jm59 in forum Savage & Stevens Shotguns Replies: 5 Last Post: 11-27-2012, 10:01 PM. homefrontsniper. to seat the action against the aluminum rail boss, then back out one-half turn. Savage MKII FVT action screw torque test. See what works best for your rifle. More torque on screws just places more stress on the action. It consists of a medium heavy fluted carbon steel barrrel with accutrigger,bushnell4200 8-32x40 scope,burris signature mounts on weaver blocks. Is that the front bolt of the triggergard or the bolt screw at the back of the magazine well? torque-tuning/ 10-03-2014, 06:00 PM #3. Thanks! Does anyboby have the correct torque setting for a model 12 target stock with 3 screw target action????? Help; Remember Me? Home; Forum; FAQ; Calendar; Forum Actions. what could you tell me ? With aluminum pillars and a torque wrench, I set the screw tension at 40-50 in/lbs. The barrel is a Criterion 8 twist, 26 inch that shoots remarkable well. To adjust the Accutrigger, the Accustock needs to be removed. When I took the action loose from the stock, I loosened the screws with a beam type inch / lb. Whats curious is you have a long action with only two action screws and one trigger assembly wood screw? you are correct. Factory On my custom-built Mark II stocks, I use a fairly heavy steel bottom metal that is 5" X 1" X 1/8" sitting flat in a milled-out recess and longer DIP action screws. 0 So I bought a Savage Model 12 LRPV in . When the action screws are properly torqued you can tune the action for optimal accuracy. Guest Hi, Thank You for your Help. 60 inch pounds is enough to warp even a billet aluminum chassis if the receiver is not fully supports 100% So make sure you have some type of metal I know that Savage recommends 30-35 in/lbs for the action screws and the back screw to just be hand tight (confirmed this last night with customer service). 5-. Here is a step-by-step Savage MK II TR 22 lr action screws torque values? Jump to Latest My method is to barely snug the action screws, stand rifle on butt, load the barreled action rearward in stock, snug screws a bit more and then torque Depends on the stock and those would be initial torque tuning. Its a locking nut with 0. I am looking for a range of torque specifications to experiment with for an action bedded with Devcon and aluminum pillars on a laminated wood stock (Boyds). Front screw, rear screw in increments until you reach 45#. View Full Version : Target action screw torque. Sorry for keep bothering everyone. Ideally, glass bed / pillar bed the receiver front and rear at Any suggestions as to correct torque settings for the 2 action screws with the Duramax stock? Thanks. If the Savage wont shoot the Amax, then there is a problem somewhere. Today temp was 52° and recent experience suggested that I shouldn't expect too much when there is a 30°+ temperature change. I won't even torque the screws that tight with an aluminum chassis either. Thanks for asking, RH. By Jm59 in forum I think that article is more related to the target actions with 3 screws. It's likely that no further discussion is required, in which case we recommend starting a new thread. The rear action screw is often hidden under the bottom bolt release button at the front of the trigger guard. torque wrench for repeatable accuracy. The middle row is the front two bolts torqued to 30 and the back bolt started at 5 going up to 40 I know you always do the front screw first but what order do you torque the other screws. By Corey Schwanz in forum 110-Series Tuning Savage Actions Using Action Screw Torque Settings This article originally appeared in the SAVAGE ACCURACY Blog Stan Pate is the Captain of Savage’s National Championship F-TR Team. I owned a second hand 700 BDL in '06 for 10 years until I recently sold it to get into another platform. Mark I/II/93R: Torque Specs on Action screws for . 3 screw until your shooting beyond 500 yards. The receiver wiggling could be an issue. Anybody know where to find new savage screws with torx heads? I've got two rifles id like to replace them in a mod 12 with wood stock and mod 11 with accustock. But I keep seeing people the front action screw torqued to 30 in/lbs and the tang screw torqued to 15 in/lbs. cdupuy. How could that not be? But. I shot 3 rounds then increased the torque on the rear action screw by 5"#. View Profile View Forum Posts View Articles Sorry for keep bothering everyone. Works with the two screw actions also, and makes a Forum; Savage/Stevens Firearm Boards; 110-Series Rifles; Torque Tuning a Savage Action, Does it really work? 3. Hope is a verb. Having done some research, it seems the recommended torque for the 10-11-12 series synthetic stock front action screw setting should be 30-35(with some as high as 40) inch pounds, and the rear starting at snug and tightening a bit at a time until groups come together. Reply. Went to the range today to try some of this torque tuning I've read about. 45 moa or better by useing 155 smk. by chargeing 150 smk same configurations best group was 0. Question: Savage three screw actions are very I wouldn't torque much tighter than 15 in-lbs when tightening aluminum scope rings, if that's what you have. Question: Why doesn't the custom actions requier this procedure? Bat, Stiller, Bernard, etc. My question is how much do I torque the action screws? Also in my manual Savage says to torque the front screw first. 05-24-2017, 07:54 AM #5. My new 22-250 came in yesterday, and I got it cleaned up, and worked on the "not so bad" axis type trigger. I have also seen used xx on both screws. One 20 inlb. I'd leave it where it's at, shoot a bunch of different ammos to see what she likes best, then you can back it off and "torque tune" from there. In this article, Stan explains how to adjust the action-screw tension on a three-screw Savage target action to achieve the best accuracy. Aug 30, 2012 #7 Savage F Class (Factory set up) in the original stock. 62/64-Series: Savage 64F stock screw torque. Using custom handholds that shoot amazingly well, except for the first few shots out of a cold barrel. 12 LRP's in 260 rem. I have a fat wrench and from what I understand the torque specs should be 30-35 in-lb's? Savage 220: Savage 220 action torque specs; Results 1 to 6 of 6 Thread: Savage 220 action torque specs. "Tighten securely". I'm new to Savage/Steven products. Recently removed a HS precision stock for painting and am having trouble tuning it. Model Action screw torque AXIS with Polymer OR wood stocks 40 inch pounds 110 with Polymer OR wood stocks 40 inch pounds AXIS or 110 Chassis models 65 inch pounds All Bmag models 40 inch AGAIN, loosen the action screws and re-torque to 14in Pounds and fingers crossed for me to do my part and repeat the findings. Stan Pate is the Captain of Savage’s National Championship F-TR Team. Here is an article on it at accurateshooter. I have seen 35lbs front - 30 back up to 60 front 50 back. Bunky-Shooter. One rifle shoots 1/4 moa & the other 1/2 moa, I handload for both & cannot improve the 1/2 moa rifle with any ammo tweaks. Different loads, rifles and stocks will LIKE different values. The scope is always an area of suspicion. 15803 posts · Joined 2017 Add to quote; Only show this user December 9th, 2012 Tuning Savage Actions Using Action Screw Torque Settings. Tuning Savage Actions Using Action Screw Torque Settings Savage Shooters > Savage/Stevens Firearm Boards > 110-Series Rifles > Target action screw torque. lbs. I shot three rounds at 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 and 40 inch pounds on the rear action screw. With the 80 Berger VLD at 2810 fps is Savage Action Screw Torque Tuning . Savage probably doesn't put out torque numbers because each stock fits against the action a little different and will cause pressure to be applied differently. I can see it's usefulness in a bedded action, but wouldn't an aluminum bedding block negate experimenting The reason I tell all of this that one may have to experiment with action screw torque settings. Is it possible to blueprint or tune a Savage model 12 action? I was under the impression that the floating bolt head would align the bolt face with the bore. Savage model 12 LRP right bolt left port. Sep 2013 Posts 255. I am a little confused about how tight to get the action screws. Warrenoliver; Mar 25, 2020; Replies 5 Views 2K. -lbs Repeat steps four through six and increase torque value in increments up Not bad, but not what I expected either. I bought a Savage VT-11 because I heard ALL the statements those Savages really shoot. For wood and synthetic stocks this is the final torque value that should be used. This article originally appeared in the Tuning is often an overlooked step that can make a huge difference in how well a gun shoots. W. By can someone tell me the tightening torque of the action screws of a savage elite precision 6'5 CR rifle? thanks 10-29-2024, 05:08 PM #2. Once you have the recommended torque values, it's time to get to work. Just curious, have you tested the action screw torque from 20 in-lb F/20-50 in-lb R? I've read a few claiming to find the best group precision with settings around 20F/45R. Thanks in advance You had it right 30 in/lbs. One of the tricks used to help with tunning a rimfire since ammo cannot be reloaded to a specification that the rifle likes is to tune the action screw torque setting. This article originally appeared in the SAVAGE ACCURACY Blog Stan Pate is the Captain of Savage's National Championship F-TR Team. Going in a Bell and Carlson Tactical Medalist stock. Works with the two screw actions also, and makes a huge difference. He does not measure torque. I found that and used his method. Savage/Stevens Firearm Boards; 110-Series Rifles; 12 VLP DBM SS Action screw torque; If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. R. These are 3 shot groups at 100 yards with 80 gr Nosler CC. Includes: 1) 1/8" Replacement bottom metal 2) Two - 1" long, #20 TORX drive action screws. Ib. 223 with the 1-7 twist. I found as I tuned the three action screws torque I ended up with 35/35/55 in lbs. HS precision stock. Previous Logged; Savage LRP Action Screw Torque. I found 25 in-lbs to be just about right for tuning my Tacticool with pillars. sure, the 3 screw actions are going to give you a much stronger action to stock hold than the 2 screw. Wilhelm Scream. Though we know what you meant. I have shrunk groups quite a bit doing this. Your 110 only has 2. I have been following this advise, and torque tuning the rear action screw for best accuracy. Tip of the Day - Rifle action screw torque is one component that can be overlooked when looking for accuracy. May 24, 2013, 08:22:46 PM. It was broke in correctly and gets cleaned real well with the usual solvents and brushing techniques. I would try first using a light oil (3 in 1) and exercising the action to see if that loosens it up. View Profile View Forum Posts View Went to the range today to try some of this torque tuning I've read about. Tighten the forward most screw to 10 in. 11-30-2020, 12:42 PM #18. The action is a stainless steel Savage model 12 small shank, two actions screws, J series purchased about 10 years go. I read one thing somewhere the trued the action and trued the barrel nutI've also seen where a guy D&T his barrel nut for a set screw. 03-30-2017, 04:03 AM #3. 233 caliber with a factory precision stock that has been bedded. I've started to tune my actions also. Seen it many times at the range fix'n other shooters rifles that quit shooting as well as they did when new. Lorenzo. I was wondering if Savage have published the exact screw torque for the stock screws? I did a search on the forum and saw speculation that it might be 18 for the front screw and 9 for the rear. I think he mentioned it made it easier to change barrels. Savage F Team had a bulletin on this very sight. I have two Winchester Model 70's, one is a 300 WSM and one is a 270 WSM. i`m chargeing 47 gr reloaders 15 155 smk bullet( cod 2155) winchester brass oal 71,72 and 73mm. As for the action screws, I don't know how well the injection molded stocks respond to torque tuning, but I leave mine set at 25 in-lbs since that seems to be what a lot of manufacturers recommend. Instead they use smaller metal or even 4. The procedure described here can be used One of the first things I did after initially developing the load was to torque tune the action screws, then proceed with fine tuning the load. Then i tune it 5 inlb at a time to 30 inlb per the action screw tuning article on this site. Which is the stock, like hard wood being the worst, of crushing under the compression torque & the Action moving as a result. As far as torque goes I hope you guys mean INCH lbs. TIA Jeff Has anyone noticed a change in accuracy after removing the action from the Accustock? I've googled quite a bit but can't really find a consensus. I have used the info in the article linked. i would like to get 0. 21In. I also inlet the action such that the action screw studs are tight Savage's don't have a "Tang screw". By Hair_Boxers in forum 110-Series Rifles Replies: 1 Last Post: 03-01-2016, 07:10 AM. Tuning with reloads is much more proficient. The procedure described here can be used for any Savage action, including the In this article, Stan explains how to adjust the action-screw tension on a three-screw Savage target action to achieve the best accuracy. Bolt-actions have continued to evolve, with many 21st-century designs lacking the single, front-end recoil lug. The accuracy issue seems to come from the action screw torque. I have one in an SSS LVT stock, . The two going into the stock keeps stripping out before they reach 15 inch lbs. I thought I should share this. Basic Member Join Date Dec 2022 Location NE WA Posts 35. your not really going to notice that 2 screw vs. Hey everyone, new to the forum, pretty new to shooting and new rifle. That's pretty low. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Anyway I ask b/c on my 3rd stevens build I noticed that depending on how I tighten the action screws, the harder/easier it makes the bolt lift. The load is a 140 SMK over H4350 and 210M primer in Hornaday brass. Savage torque tuning questions; Results 1 to 6 of 6 Thread: Savage torque tuning questions. 7 the 75 gr HPBT shoot about . Articles tagged with "Torque" Savage Action Screw Torque Tuning. It doesn't take as much as some people think. You'll know you've exceeded the recommended value if your reticle locks up. With heavy bottom metal, 22 to 25 inch pounds is about the max you want to torque any screw, any more and you can start spreading the stock. Show Printable Version; 11-27-2012, 06: I think the general consensus is that you don't use action screws to pull the action into the bedding material during the bedding process. The chambering is 223Rem. Has anyone worked this out with an LRP? If so, I'd welcome hearing For the standard 2 screw I've seen to use 40 inch pounds on the front and start at 20 on the rear and adjust rear until it tunes and shoots small. Mark Forums Read torque-tuning/ The above might be of interest 10-27-2013, 09:58 PM Savage model 12f class- 3 screw target action- stock options? By Andr01d in forum 110 Interesting read for Savage owners. com . There is an article on Accurate Shooter (accurateshooter. What kind of torque and what sequence of the three action screws. Generally speaking, due to the size of the screws, and materials which they are applying torque against, i use 30 inch lbs with a caveat. In this article, Stan explains how to adjust the action-screw tension on a three-screw Savage target action to achieve the best accuracy. The model 12 should have three action screws. 1770 diam. maximus7131 Private. Mar 10, 2019 #1 Mar 10, 2019 #1 Has probably been asked before but am curious if anyone has a procedure for determining the most accurate action screw torque. It has 29" barrel. Bump the stock on the recoil pad so that the action seats against the recoil lug. Rifle is an old Savage 110 flat back with a Shilen prefit barrel. The process is to apparently Putting my new rifle barrel with action back in a modified factory stock. I have been playing with my Savage MKII FVT trying to improve my shooting techniques and the rifle itself. Any input would be appreciated. Set front action screw to 35 inch pounds. I even searched on the Savage website and found the "manual" but still cannot find the "torque spec" for the 5/32 allen screws (found the screw size) that hold the action to . Changing to a better stock that's pillar bedded or full bedded will help too. Sort by Oldest first Oldest first Newest first Most reactions. And please check the front base screw and torque the action screws to spec. Now I can go up to 20 lbs. 4. 5. The elite precision is the mdt hnt chassis, yes? My barrel arrived today from Northland Shooter Supply. I think it puts less stress on the action that way. I have a fvxp that i just purchased a boyds tactical stock for, and want to know the best recommended in/lbs settings. I have an idea if anyone is interested. So I changed my process to torque all rifles. I "TUNE" my Savage actions using screw torque. Any tips on torque specs or practices for a new Stevesn 200? I say new because there are some changes, trigger, recoil pad, and I'm not sure what else. Whats curious is you have a long action with only two action screws and one trigger assembly wood screw? Savage 220: Savage 220 action torque specs Savage MK ii Torque Tuning. View Profile View Forum Posts View Articles Status Offline. I definitely get different result with different Savage actions and different torque setting on the action screws. The action screws should be rated beyond 40in lbs with that figure being about the max torqure you should apply. Figure this would be an easy find but wasn't. -lbs Repeat steps four through six and increase torque value in increments up to a final torque value of 40 to 45 in. Can you believe this 0. 308, before taking it out I wanted to go over all the screws with my fat boy. Any info would be appreciated, thanks. You people are hard headed and haven't studied the history of firearms and bedding and apparently never held a tuning fork, the tuning fork will vibrate differently if held in your hand or if it is clamped in a vice. These instructions are still good, but one simply alternates between the two action screws until reaching the desired torque value. I don't know if this is the accu-stock or if it is just the plain plastic stock? Recheck your torque often as the 12FV has a tendency to loosen up action screws. com. so I modified the stock and the pillars a bit to allow for more torque on the action screws. Maybe less or more. I'd like to know more about that. Pretty good break, reasonably smooth, but pretty stout pull. Save Share Reply Quote Like. Do any of you guys know the torque specs for a savage mark II. As for the Savage Target Actions with the 3 screws vs. This is a model 12 LRPV in . Maztech89 12-10-2013, 07:38 AM hello savage team, just wanted to ask some help with my handloads for my 12 ftr savage. Best of luck! Contest: Show Us Your Winter Gear! Happy New Year everyone! Join the contest below and share a picture of your winter gear or what you're doing to stay warm. Check this out >>> Savage Action Screw Torque Tuning within AccurateShooter. Savage action screws torquing. PDA. 308 WCF, 1:10 Brux barrel, and I have yet to get it to shoot the way I think it should. I have 2 mod. Obtain an inch. I have the Savage torque specs & was reading 2 articles on tuning Savage actions through action screw torque. 7-1. Is that the front bolt of the triggergard or the bolt screw at the back of the magazine well? Thanks! What is the current thinking on tension for action screws in Savage Target actions. Might be a good starting point Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk At the same time, they don't want Grog to uggadugga-torque it down so hard it snaps the action screw off or cracks the stock. 369in After testing multiple torque settings, it became clear that applying 14 in-pounds and 20 in-pounds of torque offered the best results for my rifle and ammo choice. I'm at 18 inch/lbs on my unbedded laminated BV stock. -lbs. . A friend told me about adjusting the action screws and how that could affect accuracy. 02-09-2018, 11:32 AM. i use elastic bands to hold the action tightly into the bedding. I removed the stock from my 93R17FNS to adjust the accutrigger. If however you feel your response is required you can still do so. and work up from there. 02-09-2018, 09:08 AM #10. The top row is all three bolts to the same torque in inch pounds from 10-60 left to right. Gentlemen, I bought Savage 12 Bench Rest rifle in 308 Win. It's a wood screw, if it doesn't want to tighten pull it out and break a toothpick off in the hole and re tighten. Jan The Ruger includes an angled recoil lug, allowing the front action screw to draw it firmly into the stock recess, even if somebody doesn’t hold the rifle muzzle-up while tightening the screw. I cant seem to find anything from savage in the manual and using the search here its looking like 35 inch-lbs for model 10's but is that with a wood stock, pillars, or the accustock Any body know what the recommended torque settings should be on the stock assembly and trigger/magazine screws for the Mark 1 FVP (composit stock) 02-05-2020, 10:15 PM #2 hamiltonkiler I haven't looked deeply into the issue, but the torque settings specified by MDT are much higher than those specified by Savage. In this video I test adjusting the action screws in my Savage MKII TR hoping to tune the barrel harmonics and shoot tighter groupsAction Torque “Affects on A Tip of the Day - Rifle action screw torque is one component that can be overlooked when looking for accuracy. I'm using a Praire Dog Special stock that is un-bedded. Since these are "cock on open" actions, are you referring to the cocking action being stiff? If that's the case you may have some old lubricant inside the bolt itsself. Savage 110: 30-35: CZ 457: 20-25: Sauer 100: 35-45: Howa 1500: 35-45: Weatherby Vanguard: 35-45: How to Torque Action Screws. I don't like having a range of torque values when torquing something and wanted to see if anybody has found the magic number when it comes to the action screws and tang screw. 03-22-2012, 02:49 PM #2 Never taken them over 45 lbs. holes drilled around the diameter evenly or based on barrel nut thread. Texas10. without damage but I find that 18 lbs. Content tagged with Torque. S. :cool: Bunky-Shooter. But some of the successful competition shooters have a routine they follow for consistency. Rear. The ones you need to torque are the front and rear "action screws" since you put it in a Boyds stock, you will most likely need to pillar bed the action I don’t believe in Action Screw Torque Tuning, as it’s referred to. 260 Rem. Toomany22s. snox801; Jan 12, 2020; Replies 6 Views 5K. Yes, I searched on here and searched using google. Hi guys, I just bought a 220 slug gun and I noticed that the action screws were slightly loose. qikj rrurxh bwhps micpg fohfnet odwdl kyoxjl grdhw vkdfnucq wknzbe