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Vudoo Gun Works V-22 Rimfire Bolt Action

MB posted a video on IG the other day to let us know it was nearly riding season. Jeez-o-peet where has that boy been. It has been riding season for five months now.
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This is a long overdue post on my Vudoo 360. I made the decision to up my game on Dec 27, 2020 when I shot my first 400 score(Fclass 50yds).
I spoke to Mike a month later and the long wait began. The rifle arrived Nov 6,2021 and I shot it the same day and most days since. There were some teething issues with the trigger at about 800 rounds and it took a while to get a tuner on it. I finished off a stinker of a lot of SKPM and then started on a lot of SKRM. Yesterday the round count broke 10k. Now that things are warming up here and RIDING SEASON IS ALMOST OVER I may shoot some CenterX. I have 2.5 cases(8 lots) with four cases(4 lots) coming. Because of my remote location lot testing is not viable. I just buy by the case, tune it and shoot it always trying to get the best out of it I can. As far as I can tell I wouldn't be embarressed if I were to show up at a sanctioned match.
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As you can see I have a Foundation stock, Harrell tuner w/weight, Harris bipod, a big ol' sack of rice at the back, a Nightforce 15-55 comp, a daypack catching the brass, and the ammo is in the cooler with 2 liters of boiling water. Oh yeah ... trigger is a Bix comp at 2 oz.
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These are my home-made wind flags. A year ago I thought I'd never get the hang of flags ... I started with three and have worked my way up to five.
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Todays target, another 400. The first one took one and half years, the second one six weeks (anschutz 64 mpr). There was a long drought while I endured the aforementioned stinker lot of SKPM and with this SKRM and my 360 they are a weekly occurrence. Over time I have evolved from measuring groups, to groups and score and now I do score and 40 shot composite group as created in OnTarget as seen below. The large ring on the target is about .9 inches in diameter. The innner rings on the composite are nearly to scale.
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That is about as pretty as it gets for me. I sometimes see the mean radius down to .125 but if my scope zero is off I can still drop a point. This 40 shot group measures 18.4mm outside to outside for comparison to Lapua test center results. I feel this shows I have a good tune, the rifle is consistent, I'm not effing up too badly and this is about the best I can expect of this lot of SKRM.

Just to report ... I have never had a FT fire, even down to -22C and I get a FT feed very occassionally, like once in four or five hundred rounds. Fail to eject almost never, like count them on one hand.
 
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MB posted a video on IG the other day to let us know it was nearly riding season. Jeez-o-peet where has that boy been. It has been riding season for five months now.View attachment 7843307
This is a long overdue post on my Vudoo 360. I made the decision to up my game on Dec 27, 2020 when I shot my first 400 score(Fclass 50yds).
I spoke to Mike a month later and the long wait began. The rifle arrived Nov 6,2021 and I shot it the same day and most days since. There were some teething issues with the trigger at about 800 rounds and it took a while to get a tuner on it. I finished off a stinker of a lot of SKPM and then started on a lot of SKRM. Yesterday the round count broke 10k. Now that things are warming up here and RIDING SEASON IS ALMOST OVER I may shoot some CenterX. I have 2.5 cases(8 lots) with four cases(4 lots) coming. Because of my remote location lot testing is not viable. I just buy by the case, tune it and shoot it always trying to get the best out of it I can. As far as I can tell I wouldn't be embarressed if I were to show up at a sanctioned match.View attachment 7843308

As you can see I have a Foundation stock, Harrell tuner w/weight, Harris bipod, a big ol' sack of rice at the back, a Nightforce 15-55 comp, a daypack catching the brass, and the ammo is in the cooler with 2 liters of boiling water. Oh yeah ... trigger is a Bix comp at 2 oz.
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These are my home-made wind flags. A year ago I thought I'd never get the hang of flags ... I started with three and have worked my way up to five.View attachment 7843310

Todays target, another 400. The first one took one and half years, the second one six weeks (anschutz 64 mpr). There was a long drought while I endured the aforementioned stinker lot of SKPM and with this SKRM and my 360 they are a weekly occurrence. Over time I have evolved from measuring groups, to groups and score and now I do score and 40 shot composite group as created in OnTarget as seen below. The large ring on the target is about .9 inches in diameter. The innner rings on the composite are nearly to scale.View attachment 7843311

That is about as pretty as it gets for me. I sometimes see the mean radius down to .125 but if my scope zero is off I can still drop a point. This 40 shot group measures 18.4mm outside to outside for comparison to Lapua test center results. I feel this shows I have a good tune, the rifle is consistent, I'm not effing up too badly and this is about the best I can expect of this lot of SKRM.

Just to report ... I have never had a FT fire, even down to -22C and I get a FT feed very occassionally, like once in four or five hundred rounds. Fail to eject almost never, like count them on one hand.
There are stark indications of true commitment in these photos....well done, my Friend.

MB
 
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MB posted a video on IG the other day to let us know it was nearly riding season. Jeez-o-peet where has that boy been. It has been riding season for five months now.View attachment 7843307
This is a long overdue post on my Vudoo 360. I made the decision to up my game on Dec 27, 2020 when I shot my first 400 score(Fclass 50yds).
I spoke to Mike a month later and the long wait began. The rifle arrived Nov 6,2021 and I shot it the same day and most days since. There were some teething issues with the trigger at about 800 rounds and it took a while to get a tuner on it. I finished off a stinker of a lot of SKPM and then started on a lot of SKRM. Yesterday the round count broke 10k. Now that things are warming up here and RIDING SEASON IS ALMOST OVER I may shoot some CenterX. I have 2.5 cases(8 lots) with four cases(4 lots) coming. Because of my remote location lot testing is not viable. I just buy by the case, tune it and shoot it always trying to get the best out of it I can. As far as I can tell I wouldn't be embarressed if I were to show up at a sanctioned match.View attachment 7843308

As you can see I have a Foundation stock, Harrell tuner w/weight, Harris bipod, a big ol' sack of rice at the back, a Nightforce 15-55 comp, a daypack catching the brass, and the ammo is in the cooler with 2 liters of boiling water. Oh yeah ... trigger is a Bix comp at 2 oz.
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These are my home-made wind flags. A year ago I thought I'd never get the hang of flags ... I started with three and have worked my way up to five.View attachment 7843310

Todays target, another 400. The first one took one and half years, the second one six weeks (anschutz 64 mpr). There was a long drought while I endured the aforementioned stinker lot of SKPM and with this SKRM and my 360 they are a weekly occurrence. Over time I have evolved from measuring groups, to groups and score and now I do score and 40 shot composite group as created in OnTarget as seen below. The large ring on the target is about .9 inches in diameter. The innner rings on the composite are nearly to scale.View attachment 7843311

That is about as pretty as it gets for me. I sometimes see the mean radius down to .125 but if my scope zero is off I can still drop a point. This 40 shot group measures 18.4mm outside to outside for comparison to Lapua test center results. I feel this shows I have a good tune, the rifle is consistent, I'm not effing up too badly and this is about the best I can expect of this lot of SKRM.

Just to report ... I have never had a FT fire, even down to -22C and I get a FT feed very occassionally, like once in four or five hundred rounds. Fail to eject almost never, like count them on one hand.
@Williwaw:

You're a better man than I. Below 45F and I do not shoot. Also like your hybrid rig - barrel tuner and benchrest competition scope with Foundation stock and repeater action. This shooting season I am going to run a Vudoo V22S in a Foundation stock with a NF 7-35 scope and a one piece mechanical rest to determine 50 shot accuracy at 100yd and 200yd. Why did you only shoot 40 shots? The other ten shots to "warm up your trigger finger and brain" as @Hoser stated in a post?
 
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@Williwaw:

You're a better man than I. Below 45F and I do not shoot. Also like your hybrid rig - barrel tuner and benchrest competition scope with Foundation stock and repeater action. This shooting season I am going to run a Vudoo V22S in a Foundation stock with a NF 7-35 scope and a one piece mechanical rest to determine 50 shot accuracy at 100yd and 200yd. Why did you only shoot 40 shots? The other ten shots to "warm up your trigger finger and brain" as @Hoser stated in a post?

Hey Rick,

I sincerely doubt the better man thing ... I'm just an old dog with a bone. In the cold it is more about having the right clothes. The rain bothers me more than the cold. It seems entirely wrong to stand up and pour water out of the barrel channel.

Because I'm shooting on public land in the woods all my gear comes in by snowmobile or quad so no bench. I had a reply to a post on another forum and the fellow told me I was shooting F Class. I pursued that and found the sanctioning body ... the American Smallbore Shooting Association. On their website I found the rulebook, the scores, and the records. My targets use the exact dimensions of their x,10, and 9 rings. They shoot an 8x5 with best edge scoring, hence the 40 shots.


That little discovery has meant a lot to me. I have rules to follow and yardsticks for comparison. Also, most importantly, the target is large enough in light of my ammo and set up limitations.

Besides my indebtedness to MB, Vudoo, and the ASSA I have to mention Lanny Basham, the author of WITH WINNING IN MIND. I have glommed onto everything I can find on the net that he has done and have read the book more than once. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to progress in sport.

Rick, good luck with the onesie and keep us posted. At its best this is all about community.

Signing off from the Vudoo Arctic Test Facility and Seniors Rest Home,
Williwaw
 
Just took my Vudoo Three60 out of my case after coming back from a match, looks like the bolt stop sheared off?

What's the warranty process like for someone in Canada? Is it possible to just get a bolt stop shipped up and fix it myself or would I have to send the action out? Going to be sending emails out to Vudoo and GBT (Canadian dealer) but since it's Easter weekend I'm not expecting replies until Monday. I have a match in two weeks so I just want to know if I need to spend my weekend sourcing another rifle or if it can be fixed in time. Does anyone know how long the turnaround time is on a fix like this (estimate)?
 

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Just took my Vudoo Three60 out of my case after coming back from a match, looks like the bolt stop sheared off?

What's the warranty process like for someone in Canada? Is it possible to just get a bolt stop shipped up and fix it myself or would I have to send the action out? Going to be sending emails out to Vudoo and GBT (Canadian dealer) but since it's Easter weekend I'm not expecting replies until Monday. I have a match in two weeks so I just want to know if I need to spend my weekend sourcing another rifle or if it can be fixed in time. Does anyone know how long the turnaround time is on a fix like this (estimate)?
Easy change. Call them up tomorrow morning and they will send a few out to you.
 
I'm getting ready to put my LH 360 in a hard case for transport and I'd like to do it with the bolt removed. Does anyone know where I can find a left handed bolt protector / holster to keep the bolt from picking up "stuff" in the case?

Thanks, Don
 
I'm getting ready to put my LH 360 in a hard case for transport and I'd like to do it with the bolt removed. Does anyone know where I can find a left handed bolt protector / holster to keep the bolt from picking up "stuff" in the case?

I use these cheap parts from Amazon to make bolt protectors for my Vudoo and Anschutz... just cut a slot in the clear plastic with an X-acto knife for the handle, and slip on the rubber cap.

Amazon product ASIN B07PDBD9QW Amazon product ASIN B07N4Q5YZ6
 

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I'm getting ready to put my LH 360 in a hard case for transport and I'd like to do it with the bolt removed. Does anyone know where I can find a left handed bolt protector / holster to keep the bolt from picking up "stuff" in the case?

Thanks, Don
Creedmore , Edgewood and protector have them .Amazon also has other brands of cheaper bolt holsters
 

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I only C4. I clean my whole barrel though, not just the chamber. It shoots great immediately after cleaning, but it does take around 30 rounds to reach it's final velocity.

"Seasoned" barrel for me is 1071 fps. Clean barrel is 1051. And slowly speeds to the 1071 after like 30 rounds.
Sure am glad this was posted. I have a shelf full of various cleaning solvents from days of centerfire and pistol shooting. Don't remember why, but I picked up some Rimfire Blend. Just read a review on another forum where it was analyzed, 90% water. Just ordered some C4. Thanks Littlepod. I rechecked some of my targets and think Jacob will be very happy with the barrel.
 
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Sure am glad this was posted. I have a shelf full of various cleaning solvents from days of centerfire and pistol shooting. Don't remember why, but I picked up some Rimfire Blend. Just read a review on another forum where it was analyzed, 90% water. Just ordered some C4. Thanks Littlepod. I rechecked some of my targets and think Jacob will be very happy with the barrel.

Ya we all use C4 here.. rimfire blend, since I bought it, I put 1 wet patch through my barrel to get the gunk out, then the rest of the time it's C4. I also use the rimfire blend I guess just to clean my bolt and wipe things down with it. But yeh C4 does all the actual work.
 
Update to my broken bolt stop.
VGW is sending me a replacement bolt stop as a temporary fix as their permanent solution requires me to send my action out to their Canadian gunsmith. Apparently the bolt stop wasn't heat treated properly. Doesn't look like the bolt stop will arrive before my match this weekend so I had to come up with my own solution...

A hi-lighter is the perfect length to act as a bolt stop when paired with a MDT ACC. 5 figure rifle with a $1 fix.
 

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Update to my broken bolt stop.
VGW is sending me a replacement bolt stop as a temporary fix as their permanent solution requires me to send my action out to their Canadian gunsmith. Apparently the bolt stop wasn't heat treated properly. Doesn't look like the bolt stop will arrive before my match this weekend so I had to come up with my own solution...

A hi-lighter is the perfect length to act as a bolt stop when paired with an MDT ACC. 5 figure rifle with a $1 fix.
This happened in one of our matches and we taped the empty Sk/Lapua cartridge holder to the chassis. It worked great.
 
Update to my broken bolt stop.
VGW is sending me a replacement bolt stop as a temporary fix as their permanent solution requires me to send my action out to their Canadian gunsmith. Apparently the bolt stop wasn't heat treated properly. Doesn't look like the bolt stop will arrive before my match this weekend so I had to come up with my own solution...

A hi-lighter is the perfect length to act as a bolt stop when paired with an MDT ACC. 5 figure rifle with a $1 fix.
Love the temp repair
 
Update to my broken bolt stop.
VGW is sending me a replacement bolt stop as a temporary fix as their permanent solution requires me to send my action out to their Canadian gunsmith. Apparently the bolt stop wasn't heat treated properly. Doesn't look like the bolt stop will arrive before my match this weekend so I had to come up with my own solution...

A hi-lighter is the perfect length to act as a bolt stop when paired with an MDT ACC. 5 figure rifle with a $1 fix.
You claim to be Canadian, yet no duct tape in the repair?
 
You claim to be Canadian, yet no duct tape in the repair?
Can't tape it yet since it has to be folded in order to fit inside my case. Can't wait to see the looks I get when I pull out a roll of tape on the firing line this weekend.

Debating if I should use duct tape or packing tape. Going to switch it to a pink hi-lighter since they taste better
 
Can't tape it yet since it has to be folded in order to fit inside my case. Can't wait to see the looks I get when I pull out a roll of tape on the firing line this weekend.

Debating if I should use duct tape or packing tape. Going to switch it to a pink hi-lighter since they taste better
Just use some vet wrap and make it part of your chassis decorations.
 
Update: Pink hi-lighter worked perfectly yesterday and I walked away with 1st place open at my local club ORPS match (Canadian NRL22). I think almost everyone asked me why the heck I had a hi-lighter taped on. One guy thought my folding stock was broken.

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Now EVERYONE is gonna tape a pink Hi-Liter to their rifle. Until they start arguing about which color is better...
 
I dipped my toe in the deep end of the pool today. Tried MARS for the first time.

I only shot four stages (of 9), it's A LOT harder than I was expecting. Standing unsupported with a 17# rifle, shooting a 3/4" target at 15 yards IS A BITCH! I did manage 4 out of 12 points, I missed once in the first five shots, then never got another hit. Shooting a 2" diamond off a cattle gate at 109 yards was really hard...the RO said my elevation was perfect, but I kept missing just to the side in all four positions. I have got to find a place I can practice positional shooting. I wasn't in last place when I quit for the day, but I'll probably end up last since there were 5 more stages to go when I called it a day. Had to get home to watch the Talledaga race. Go Fast! Turn Left!
 
Yup it’s not as easy as some make them out to be. Those some are usually people who have never shot them. 😉 Now you know what to practice so get on it before the next match and go have some fun.

ETA: Just to clarify that "never shot them" comment was not directed at you @Cowpokey
 
Yup it’s not as easy as some make them out to be. Those some are usually people who have never shot them. 😉 Now you know what to practice so get on it before the next match and go have some fun.

ETA: Just to clarify that "never shot them" comment was not directed at you @Cowpokey
I had a great time, it was really fun, awesome group of people. Look forward to getting out and doing it again!
 
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That was some of the most fun I've had shooting a rimfire competition. Granted that was my first attempt at positional. We (as a family) have been shooting Rimfire Challenge for a little over three years. Another great discipline, and awesome people to compete with doing that also.
 
Does anyone have a picture of what the upgraded bolt stop on the 360's look like?
Haven't seen anything posted, but they are supposed to be heat treated or something along those lines to make them stronger. From what I've read, the first versions that came out weren't and that's where the problems were reported. Mine was built in June/July of 2021, haven't had any problems with it...hope I don't, but if it happens it will be fixed.
 
There was one guy in our squad shooting some version of a 10/22, he did pretty well at the 15-50 yard stuff, not so good beyond that. He was eyeing my rifle, said something to the effect, "that looks like a couple mortgage payments". LOL pretty cool dude. We had some fun BSing about all kinds of stuff.

Anyone on the fence about getting out and giving PRS22/NRL22/NRL22X/MARS a try, DO IT, you will have an outstanding time!
 
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Haven't seen anything posted, but they are supposed to be heat treated or something along those lines to make them stronger. From what I've read, the first versions that came out weren't and that's where the problems were reported. Mine was built in June/July of 2021, haven't had any problems with it...hope I don't, but if it happens it will be fixed.
apparently in order to get the new one it needs to go back to VGW or in our case up in Canada it has to go back to the approved vudoo gunsmith. so it likely is larger and requires machining into the action