Hey a long time wlurker but this is my first time posting. I'm starting my first foray into custom rifle building, starting simple with an action pre-fit and stock setup. I'm starting with a Kelbly's Atlas light and a carbonsix pre-fit (7prc). Ordered Manson go and no go gauges off of Reamer rentals.
I finally received the barrel and torqued to what I believe to be 100 lb spec per Kelblys. The go gauge was stiff and the bolt wouldn't seat all the way. No no-go gauge wasnt anywhere close.
I shot an email to carbonsix and they said the barrel was good if the go gauge would go even if it was stiff and the barrel should be torqued to 60 or 70 lb. I backed off the torque to 60 lb and bolt closes but there is a bit of resistance.
Does any of this seem okay? I've always read that the go gauge should go easily. I don't want to get into anything dangerous. Anything you professionals could do to help me out would be much appreciated.
I finally received the barrel and torqued to what I believe to be 100 lb spec per Kelblys. The go gauge was stiff and the bolt wouldn't seat all the way. No no-go gauge wasnt anywhere close.
I shot an email to carbonsix and they said the barrel was good if the go gauge would go even if it was stiff and the barrel should be torqued to 60 or 70 lb. I backed off the torque to 60 lb and bolt closes but there is a bit of resistance.
Does any of this seem okay? I've always read that the go gauge should go easily. I don't want to get into anything dangerous. Anything you professionals could do to help me out would be much appreciated.