NEW From Zermatt Arms - RimX Actions

[021411]

Does anyone know what the dimensions of the tensioner spring are? Looking to buy a bunch in bulk to swap as they compress instead of one at a time from local dealers

Approximately 0.62”x 0.0960” that’s one I removed recently. Didn’t measure the new one I put in. Can’t imagine it being much longer.

 

[D_TROS]

JUST got the action and a 26" proof pre fit

cant wait to see some magic...if I can only get some free time.


DT

 

[stevieb92]

JUST got the action and a 24" proof pre fit

cant wait to see some magic...if I can only get some free time.


DT

I've got the same barrel and waiting on my action. I'm definitely interested in your results. What ammo are you planning to use?

 

[D_TROS]

I've got the same barrel and waiting on my action. I'm definitely interested in your results. What ammo are you planning to use?

GOT a case of sk rifle match as well as some black box and lapua cen x. Hoping the RM as I have the most of it...


DT

 

[MilSpecOkie]

2nd page scroll down to bottom

What post number? I’m not seeing the targets used in post 2813 of this thread.

 

[fiddlefadel]

I couldn't find them either.

 

[021411]

Shot the regional finale today with the Keystone barrel. She did not let me down per usual. The RimX ran like a sewing machine. There was a 3 way tie for 10th in Open but I cleaned the PRS barricade and got the second fastest time for the entire match on it (Open). I’m not mad at today’s performance. Walked out of there with a cert for a free SAC comparator kit.

 

[MilSpecOkie]

Great shooting 021411!

 

[scotty2hotty]

That would be great I have a Krieger with Mike now. I have a brick of eley match that my Lilja barreled CZ likes. I was going to order some more ammo . I have no problem using SK.
Thanks Dave

Here are the targets , it seems the Krieger likes the Midas + the best

 

[fiddlefadel]

Thank you for the groups my Krieger from MIke is in route.
I have no Lapua guess I’ll have to locate some
Dave

 

[fiddlefadel]

Hello could members suggest a barrel torque wrench for installing a barrel on a rimx action.
My old snap on isn’t working.
thanks Dave

 

[D_TROS]

Hello could members suggest a barrel torque wrench for installing a barrel on a rimx action.
My old snap on isn’t working.
thanks Dave

What do you mean your snap on isnt working?

get a barrel vice. get an action wrench. get a torq wrench and a 3/4 socket - put barrel in vise and torq to 80.

or bring it to my office and Ill do it for you. Im on 70 and 25. bring a case of beer for my time and Ill torq it in 30s.


just torq'd my proof prefit last night. super excited to get out and shoot


Regards
DT

 

[fiddlefadel]

Thanks for the offer. I have everything but my snap on wrench is not breaking at my settings.
I need to get another to finish my build.
checking what brand members are using.
thanks Dave

 

[padom]

Just grab a Tekton for $45 and install your barrel. We aren't going to the moon here. Will do exactly what you need


TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque Wrench (10-150 ft.-lb.) | 24335 https://a.co/d/63cYKmZ

 

[021411]

Thanks for the offer. I have everything but my snap on wrench is not breaking at my settings.
I need to get another to finish my build.
checking what brand members are using.
thanks Dave

I use a wrench I got off Amazon for my RimX barrel swaps. Per Zermatt’s instructions, barrels should be torqued 30-70 foot pounds. I torque my barrels to 45 ft lbs. Let’s say my wrench has a hypothetical 10% +/- accuracy tolerance which is stupid high. I’m still within spec. I always use the same wrench and same setting. Never had issues and accuracy is pretty damn good with the four RimX barrels I have. I’m no where near the amount padom has but again I’ve had zero issues to date.
With that said, my good wrench is a split beam from Precision Instruments (USA made). I have a barrel swap “kit” I put together with a throw down torque Amazon torque wrench.
Edited to add.. it’s the same wrench as mentioned above from Tekton.

 

[fiddlefadel]

Just grab a Tekton for $45 and install your barrel. We aren't going to the moon here. Will do exactly what you need


TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque Wrench (10-150 ft.-lb.) | 24335 https://a.co/d/63cYKmZ

I ordered this yesterday. I agree with your comment.
thanks for your reply
Dave

 

[fiddlefadel]

I use a wrench I got off Amazon for my RimX barrel swaps. Per Zermatt’s instructions, barrels should be torqued 30-70 foot pounds. I torque my barrels to 45 ft lbs. Let’s say my wrench has a hypothetical 10% +/- accuracy tolerance which is stupid high. I’m still within spec. I always use the same wrench and same setting. Never had issues and accuracy is pretty damn good with the four RimX barrels I have. I’m no where near the amount padom has but again I’ve had zero issues to date.
With that said, my good wrench is a split beam from Precision Instruments (USA made). I have a barrel swap “kit” I put together with a throw down torque Amazon torque wrench.
Edited to add.. it’s the same wrench as mentioned above from Tekton.

Thank you

 

[fiddlefadel]

Hello what are you torquing your action screws to?
thanks Dave

 

[Schütze]

Hello what are you torquing your action screws to?
thanks Dave

65 in /lb.

 

[padom]

65 in /lb.

In LB??

 

[padom]

My 35+ RimX barrels have all been torqued on to 50 ft lbs...

 

[b6graham]

My 35+ RimX barrels have all been torqued on to 50 ft lbs...

the person he quoted asked about action screws

 

[D_TROS]

I always torq action screws of any bedded rifle to at least 60 and as high as 80

ymmv

DT

 

[padom]

the person he quoted asked about action screws

Yep I read that one too fast

 

[epeet]

Anyone tried threading at 5/8 instead of 1/2, and using an adapter?

 

[Schütze]

Anyone tried threading at 5/8 instead of 1/2, and using an adapter?

You can use any adapter on any torque wrench if you stay in the range the wrench is capable of.

 

[Stugots]

17WSM set up is my new personal favorite for pdoggin!!

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Who's stock is this barreled action mounted in?

 

[021411]

Who's stock is this barreled action mounted in?

Cadex Strike Nuke Evo

 

[Matt_3479]

Just completed my lightweight hunter rimx build! Specs are;

- rimx action
- Ibi 1:16 carbon hunter 20”
- tt diamond
- mdt hnt 26
- apex hunter 3-15x44

 

[chillywig]

That's sweet! Squirrels should feel honored getting shot by that

 

[Franko]

Just completed my lightweight hunter rimx build! Specs are;

- rimx action
- Ibi 1:16 carbon hunter 20”
- tt diamond
- mdt hnt 26
- apex hunter 3-15x44

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What does it weigh?

 

[ZCOklahoma]

My new to me dream build that I pieced together from the Hide.

TS Custom/Primal Rights built RimX with 24” Benchmark MTU
XLR JV Envy Pro with C6 buttstock custom tungsten color
MDT Ckye Pod Standard Pull
ZCO 5x27x56 with ARC rings

This is the most accurate 22lr that I have ever shot and I have owned several of most every brand. Even with only trying one lot of SKLRM, the first trip to the range last night had me giggling like a little kid.

 

[Matt_3479]

What does it weigh?

9lbs 1oz

 

[scotty2hotty]

Shot these groups today. I might install a tuner on the front, threading 7/8". Seems like the groups are good right now. Don't know if I want to mess things up.

A little windy, 3-6 mph then calm, no wind flag reading,shot on a concrete bench.

 

[chillywig]

When you guys are changing Rimx barrels do you wrap the barrels with tape or paper or anything? I'll be using a viper barrel vise

 

[padom]

When you guys are changing Rimx barrels do you wrap the barrels with tape or paper or anything? I'll be using a viper barrel vise

I've always used paper drywall seam tape. Roll hanging above my bench for many many years, still 3/4 roll left.

 

[chevy_man]

Thanks for the offer. I have everything but my snap on wrench is not breaking at my settings.
I need to get another to finish my build.
checking what brand members are using.
thanks Dave

Grab an electronic torque "wrench" and calibrate your snap-on.

CDI is the manufacturer of snap-on torque wrenches if you want to replace it but pay half as much.

 

[AmmoFort]

Stupid question from a new RimX owner. Can this thing be dry fired?

 

[021411]

Stupid question from a new RimX owner. Can this thing be dry fired?

They instruct you to remove the firing pin if you’re going to dry fire. Takes seconds to do.

 

[fiddlefadel]

They instruct you to remove the firing pin if you’re going to dry fire. Takes seconds to do.

Is there a video showing how to do this?

 

[021411]

See post #2696 for updated video.

 

[fiddlefadel]

Thank you

 

[021411]

Thank you

Let me redo the video with the reinstallation. Stand by..

 

[021411]

@fiddlefadel

 

[fiddlefadel]

As a new Rimx owner you have been a valuable resource for me

 

[chillywig]

The first time I took my firing pin out it was a little difficult getting the pin to snap out of the groove. But it's just that easy...

 

[021411]

The first time I took my firing pin out it was a little difficult getting the pin to snap out of the groove. But it's just that easy...

Indeed it’s super easy. Any time I read non owners say OMG you have to remove the firing pin to dry fire a RimX I just roll my eyes. Literally took me 20 seconds taking my sweet time looking through my phone’s screen.

 

[chillywig]

Well I am late to the party but happy to be on team truck axle. Finally can get the gun to balance with no weights, bipod etc on the front

So do I "need" 25 more truck axle barrels?

 

[allan harris]

Greg Dykstra put this Primal Rights/TS Customs Rim X together for me and it shipped in September, 2022.
I've only had it for a short time but have over 2,000 rounds through it - Simply faultless in operation and accurate!
A big "Thank-You" to Greg & Kristen for supplying this package and helping me get it into Australia's Top End.

 

[drwood96]

Threw this together to play around with. Need to find a better scope with 25yrd parallax.

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