10/22 almost done

[NY700]

Im think I am almost done. 10/22 Target Boyds Stock Bushnell scope (its gonna need some new glass) and a valquortsen trigger 2#. I just attempted my first bit of bolt jewling on this one it came out ok. How have the stock ruger target barrels compared to say a green mountain?

 

[HotIce]

Re: 10/22 almost done

Nice 10/22!
About the 10/22 Target barrel, mine should really accurate, with the right ammo.
I like that stock, but IMO the original 10/22 receiver, with only one screw to set the receiver on the stock, does not do a good job in free floating a bull/heavy barrel like the typical 10/22 ones.
If I had to pick, I'd pick either an original 10/22 receiver with fully supported barrel, or much better, a receiver with two set screws (like the Kidd or MOA) and a free float barrel.

 

[NY700]

Re: 10/22 almost done

are the kidd receivers all threaded or do they use the v-block as well. I was looking into an upgraded v-block they sell that supposedly is much tighter in the fit and really helps eliminate the barrel droop. it requires a little bit of fitting but is like $12. anyone out there ever try them? or maybe i should look at one of the supper light barrels? opinions?

 

[HotIce]

Re: 10/22 almost done

AFAIK the new Kidd receiver (like the MOA) supports threaded barrels, that would be another thing really appreciated in a 10/22.

 

[Inline6]

Re: 10/22 almost done

I upgraded the action screw to 1/4-20 and I am using a SS pillar bed. I also bedded the rear of the receiver and the first 2"s of the barrel. It shoots well, if the new Kidd receiver or the MOA out shoots mine I would be in awe. I am also running the same stock as you NY700.

 

[NY700]

Re: 10/22 almost done

inline,
how involved is pillar bedding? did you feel it made a major difference?

 

[Inline6]

Re: 10/22 almost done

It is not bad NY700 a paddle bit and drill is all you need (a drill press is better I did not use one). Yes I think it helped, RFC has some good info on this subject. I got a nut insert from Home Depot in SS and I can now tq the action screw to 45 in/lb. I think that is where it helps the most.

 

[STLTACTICAL]

Re: 10/22 almost done

Nice looking rifle, play around with different ammo. until you find the pill she likes the best. That Boyd stock is a pleasure to use.