Gunsmithing The "Big Fix"

[2156SMK]

Re: The "Big Fix"

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mark Housel</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><span style="font-weight: bold">The cavity made by the previous shop was machined away. </span>The port was enlarged to resemble a more conventional hunter style port found on any number of actions.</div></div>
I think that this was the part that was unclear from the pictures and the initial explanation (at least to me).
That big divot seems to be gone and I read the initial description as that it had all been filled. Not just the small portion that extended into the raceway.

Makes a lot more sense now.</div></div>

I think most people missed that on their first read because they just look at the pictures.
I fully understood how little solder he was talking about to get rid of the hiccup in the lug raceway.

 

[Hunt]

Re: The "Big Fix"

I've read enough of this thread to realize some have jumped on the bandwagon to criticize the fix rather than talk to the guy that made the fix and understand his work. Here's one guys perspective of Chad Dixon.

I called Chad this morning while on a family vacation and happened to be in the area. I called Garrett this morning and asked if I could visit their shop...He stated they'd like to visit with me. These guys didn't know me from Adam. I came by with family in tow and Chad took the time to explain his work and his process. I thought I had a pretty good idea on builds until he showed me some of the finer points over the hour that I was there. These guys know their trade. I'm not saying others don't but for someone that has worked with top names, why cast a doubt? State your credentials and your trade and let's see how it aligns with what Chad and crew have demonstrated time after time in their build threads. There aren't too many 'smiths that go the extra mile to document their work.

I've had other builds by well known 'smiths and I like what I own. However, Long Rifles has my respect and will be considered for my next project. Call the guy and talk to him. He's approachable and will explain things you thought you understood. He did for me....Thanks for the visit Chad and Garrett.

 

[LRI]

Re: The "Big Fix"

A quote from a business mentor:

There's an old saying: "Whether they love or hate you, if they talk about you they aren't talking about anyone else AND that my friends is marketing. . ."

It wasn't my intent with this bit, but phuck it, whatever works right???

Too funny.

Keep it real, LOL!

C.

 

[Turk]

Re: The "Big Fix"

Bad publicity is better then no publicity!

 

[Mark Housel]

Re: The "Big Fix"

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 2156SMK</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mark Housel</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><span style="font-weight: bold">The cavity made by the previous shop was machined away. </span>The port was enlarged to resemble a more conventional hunter style port found on any number of actions.</div></div>
I think that this was the part that was unclear from the pictures and the initial explanation (at least to me).
That big divot seems to be gone and I read the initial description as that it had all been filled. Not just the small portion that extended into the raceway.

Makes a lot more sense now.</div></div>

I think most people missed that on their first read because they just look at the pictures.
I fully understood how little solder he was talking about to get rid of the hiccup in the lug raceway. </div></div>

I think that I was also distracted by the language "sweated a <span style="font-weight: bold">bunch of it</span> into the raceway area...".
That's why I saw and expressed this as an opportunity to learn something.
I generally figure that folks with Mr. Dixon's experience aren't going to be posting anything that questionable here on the hide.

 

[BigBlue&Goldie]

Re: The "Big Fix"

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JJones75</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BigBlue&Goldie</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: matthias</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
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I learn a lot from his posts............I wish Chad would contribute as much knowledge to the board. </div></div>

I hope that sarcasm </div></div>

 

[Boltfluter]

Re: The "Big Fix"

Chad,

I think in the end this will be a great marketing experience for you. Look forward to the "next build" post.

Regards, Paul.

 

[desertrat1979]

Re: The "Big Fix"

I think if you used a pic of an untouched Lawton action to compare to the one that Chad worked on then you would see what he did. The repaired pic by itself doesnt lend much to what it looked like prior to what it looked like prior to its butchering.

 

[Turk]

Re: The "Big Fix"

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: desertrat1979</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think if you used a pic of an untouched Lawton action to compare to the one that Chad worked on then you would see what he did. The repaired pic by itself doesnt lend much to what it looked like prior to what it looked like prior to its butchering. </div></div>
Any more "prior's" we're gonna be in the stone ages!

 

[Kodiak61]

Re: The "Big Fix"

Good work there, 99% of smiths would have told him to buy a new receiver and to kick rocks.

 

[doc gordon]

Re: The "Big Fix"

i thinks tantrum the toddler either likes the "OTHER" shop or has made a similar F.U. !!!

 

[desertrat1979]

Re: The "Big Fix"

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Turk</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: desertrat1979</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think if you used a pic of an untouched Lawton action to compare to the one that Chad worked on then you would see what he did. The repaired pic by itself doesnt lend much to what it looked like prior to what it looked like prior to its butchering. </div></div>
Any more "prior's" we're gonna be in the stone ages!

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Can you tell I didnt read what I wrote?

 

[LRI]

Re: The "Big Fix"

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mark Housel</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 2156SMK</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mark Housel</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><span style="font-weight: bold">The cavity made by the previous shop was machined away. </span>The port was enlarged to resemble a more conventional hunter style port found on any number of actions.</div></div>
I think that this was the part that was unclear from the pictures and the initial explanation (at least to me).
That big divot seems to be gone and I read the initial description as that it had all been filled. Not just the small portion that extended into the raceway.

Makes a lot more sense now.</div></div>

I think most people missed that on their first read because they just look at the pictures.
I fully understood how little solder he was talking about to get rid of the hiccup in the lug raceway. </div></div>

I think that I was also distracted by the language "sweated a <span style="font-weight: bold">bunch of it</span> into the raceway area...".
That's why I saw and expressed this as an opportunity to learn something.
I generally figure that folks with Mr. Dixon's experience aren't going to be posting anything that questionable here on the hide.



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In the same regard is it realistic for a poster to sit and forensically dissect his own words to ensure it leaves no "internet forum loop hole" for someone to come along and start a ruckus.

As I said in an earlier writing. How you say it is as important as what your saying. Coming off as a jerk opens the door to erosion. Asking a thoughtful question almost always yields better results. I'm not directing this at you specifically. We are all smart enough to realize that once you have a shitty taste in your mouth over something, it tends to blanket the situation and kill the moment.

Point is this:

This action was ruined on a number of cosmetic levels. It worked fine, but the thought process and execution to get there was put through a meat grinder.

We were able to alter it enough to restore the visual presentation and make it function as it was originally intended by the original manufacturer.

We got lucky, were just "that good." Take your pick, I really don't care which one it is.

The solder filled the bridge in the raceway so that it doesn't hang the bolt up during cycling. I have full confidence that it'll last as its not in an area prone to much wear. Is it softer (the solder)? Of course it is. It's also coated now so that will help. I could have TIG welded it I suppose. I also know my limitations with a TIG. I don't use it every day 7 days a week. I've only had mine for about 6 months now. I very likely would have screwed this up big time if I'd tried that. Just trying to get the torch down inside the port would have been a handful. Let alone an inclusion free weld that didn't pull/undercut along the edges.

I'm not there yet (ever?) with a TIG. Just recently in fact I got to where I'm comfortable welding bolt handles onto bolts. Prior to that, I was very nervous doing it.

I do however know how to silver solder pretty well.

As I said, I'm just glad we were able to keep this receiver out of the garbage can. The owner's original idea was to cut it up and bury it once he saw what he got.


Onto other things now.

C.

 

[LRI]

Re: The "Big Fix"

Emailed to me this morning by the owner:

200%. . .

Love them Mondays!

 

[RTK]

Re: The "Big Fix"

NICE!!

 

[woodsy]

Re: The "Big Fix"

Yeah? Well according to tantrum the owner probably only has a few rounds left before the receiver completely destroys itself. Three down, very few to go.

I keed! I keed! Good work! Nice to see that FUBARs can be successfully undone.

 

[jeo556]

Re: The "Big Fix"

Mr. Dixon,

I take it the photo of that mediocre group fired from your "huge gamble" was your mea culpa?

That is one hell of a group and cuddos to you for helping that guy out!