Removing action from AICS..?

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I have a GAP in AICS, just wondering, if taking the action out of the chasis will affect repeatability? Dumb ??, just need assurance that it likely will not. Also, I am without a torque wrench, so I just tightened the shit out of the action screws. Thanks for the look.

J.
 
#3
Re: Removing action from AICS..?

AICS action screws are supposed to be torqued to 6 Newton-meters or 53 inch-pounds, which is less than a Remington 700 (65 inch-pounds). If you torqued "the shit" out of them, they are probably over tightened.
 
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Re: Removing action from AICS..?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: netranger6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have a GAP in AICS, just wondering, if taking the action out of the chasis will affect repeatability? Dumb ??, just need assurance that it likely will not. Also, I am without a torque wrench, so I just tightened the shit out of the action screws. Thanks for the look.

J. </div></div>



UH............er...........

NO......

if you own a rifle you really should have a torque wrench......if you own a GAP and dont have one.....then shame on you.
 
#6
Re: Removing action from AICS..?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: One-Eyed Jack</div><div class="ubbcode-body">AICS action screws are supposed to be torqued to 6 Newton-meters or 53 inch-pounds, which is less than a Remington 700 (65 inch-pounds). If you torqued "the shit" out of them, they are probably over tightened.</div></div>

Is this the recommended torque from AI? bought one recently and am curious. Seems like many are torquing to 65in/lbs.
 
#7
Re: Removing action from AICS..?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Chiller</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: netranger6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have a GAP in AICS, just wondering, if taking the action out of the chasis will affect repeatability? Dumb ??, just need assurance that it likely will not. Also, I am without a torque wrench, so I just tightened the shit out of the action screws. Thanks for the look.

J. </div></div>



UH............er...........

NO......

if you own a rifle you really should have a torque wrench......if you own a GAP and dont have one.....then shame on you. </div></div>

It would be nice to be able to go local, and pick one up, but that isn't an option. when I say tightened the shit, it means tight, then maybe a little past allen key tight.
 
#8
Re: Removing action from AICS..?

I haven't used a torque wrench on either of mine, and don't hesitate to take the actions out if need be. I have never experienced a zero shift in either of them. It's a small screw without a ton of thread engagement, tighten it accordingly.
 
#10
Re: Removing action from AICS..?

We do recommend 53 inch lbs for torque, that is correct. As for removal for cleaning and/or maintenance in general, yes you can do this as well, expect 1 moa or less depending on the action and torque applied. I have been doing that for many years, see one that will drop in and out, it could care less, then the "newer" one or painted rifles I have seen will take 1-2 rounds to seat, this is in a new out of the box chassis normally, then on zero over and over. The best news is that it will be consistent and will not harm the chassis to be removed over and over. Enjoy, good question and happy holidays.
 
#11
Re: Removing action from AICS..?

Part of this game is repeatability. The guys at RO use the term indexing. You learn and develop a grove where you are proficient. Your trigger pull, your sight picture, your scope, etc. You want as much as you can to be in that grove to execute a shot.
Again you own a GAP who is arguably one of the best firms in this business. Why you would own a three + thousand dollar rifle and just “tighten the shit” out of bolts is lost on me. Cough up the $150 to get a Seekonk from Liberty or comparable torque wrench…
 
#12
Re: Removing action from AICS..?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Chiller</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Part of this game is repeatability. The guys at RO use the term indexing. You learn and develop a grove where you are proficient. Your trigger pull, your sight picture, your scope, etc. You want as much as you can to be in that grove to execute a shot.
Again you own a GAP who is arguably one of the best firms in this business. Why you would own a three + thousand dollar rifle and just “tighten the shit” out of bolts is lost on me. Cough up the $150 to get a Seekonk from Liberty or comparable torque wrench…
</div></div>

Direction to a decent inch pound torque wrench would be great! will be needing it when I need to torque my badger rings as well.
 
#16
Re: Removing action from AICS..?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: netranger6</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Chiller</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Part of this game is repeatability. The guys at RO use the term indexing. You learn and develop a grove where you are proficient. Your trigger pull, your sight picture, your scope, etc. You want as much as you can to be in that grove to execute a shot.
Again you own a GAP who is arguably one of the best firms in this business. Why you would own a three + thousand dollar rifle and just “tighten the shit” out of bolts is lost on me. <span style="color: #FF0000">Cough up the $150 to get a Seekonk from Liberty or comparable torque wrench</span>…
</div></div>

Dude, quit acting like I fucked your little sister or something. Holy shit, was only looking for advice, not for you to wear a halo and preach. When you feel like getting off of your pulpit, direction to a decent inch pound torque wrench would be great! will be needing it when I need to torque my badger rings as well.
</div></div>

First and simply stated I was never on a pulpit. You asked for some advice, and advice was given. Second and to you well written diatribe. Advice was also give as to where you might obtain a good torque wrench from a reputable dealer <span style="color: #FF0000">“Seekonk (the manufacturer)from Liberty (the dealer)”.</span>
 
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