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Official (DTA) SRS, HTI, Covert, Hunter Thread

can someone explain the procedure for adjusting trigger pull weight. It appears that the manual is not correct.. they have the same description for moving the trigger position under the trigger weight label.. I could be wrong, but it looks like a mistake and it also makes no sense. I know is has to do with the set screw behind the trigger but not sure how it affects trigger pull. Thanks!
 
Troutfarm said:
can someone explain the procedure for adjusting trigger pull weight. It appears that the manual is not correct.. they have the same description for moving the trigger position under the trigger weight label.. I could be wrong, but it looks like a mistake and it also makes no sense. I know is has to do with the set screw behind the trigger but not sure how it affects trigger pull. Thanks!
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I'm in for this also, my DTA is pretty dialed in except the trigger has a pretty long travel. I would like to adjust the travel and the weight.

I am here to tell anyone that turns down a good deal on a Gen1 just because you HAVE to have a A1 or a Gen2 that you are a FOOOOOL! I love my Gen1 and got it cheap!
 
The screw in front of the trigger adjusts the travel or play in the trigger before it breaks. CW turns make it tighter with less travel. If you tighten it all the way, it should not have any play before it breaks.

The screw on the side of the trigger allows you to move its position. Loosen it, move the trigger to your desired position, and tighten it again.

The screw behind the trigger adjusts the weight. CCW to lighten the pull.
 
No prob.

And yes, the manual could go for a serious overhaul. On mine, some of the content (while the page numbers are sequential) is way out of order. It is very messed up...

They should hire me to fix it! While I may be an engineer, I'm great with English! And I'm local! :)
 
say a guy has a new SRS A1 chassis, and for some reason the monopod wasnt available when it shipped. then suddenly the monopod kit becomes available and he installs it. but now he has a brand new untouched set of chassis skins, sans monopod, layin around now....what do you do, just throw them in the trash?
 
chubbles said:
say a guy has a new SRS A1 chassis, and for some reason the monopod wasnt available when it shipped. then suddenly the monopod kit becomes available and he installs it. but now he has a brand new untouched set of chassis skins, sans monopod, layin around now....what do you do, just throw them in the trash?
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If you dont want em', I'll take them!
 
thats kind of what im wondering... do they have market value, or am i going to just end up giving them away?
 
reximus said:
The screw in front of the trigger adjusts the travel or play in the trigger before it breaks. CW turns make it tighter with less travel. If you tighten it all the way, it should not have any play before it breaks.

The screw on the side of the trigger allows you to move its position. Loosen it, move the trigger to your desired position, and tighten it again.

The screw behind the trigger adjusts the weight. CCW to lighten the pull.
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What is your reference for CW & CCW? Shooting position? Or holding the rifle upside down so you can see and access the screws?
 
Nukes said:
What is your reference for CW & CCW? Shooting position? Or holding the rifle upside down so you can see and access the screws?
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I was holding it upside down. It was late when I posted that, so maybe I was off and forgot which way the clock goes around haha. I think it's right though...

I at least know for sure that each screw's function I described is correct for each respective feature. :)
 
I am struggling on what optics to pick for DTA (covert .308, SRS 300wm 26") Keep getting bogged down in reticle choice and can't "pull the trigger". Thought you fellow DTA owners could convince me
Leaning toward MSR reticle (MSR2 if I can) and was seriously thinking about saving some coin (compared to S&B) and going with the $2500 steiner MSR 5-25
Was struggling with thoughts of HORUS reticles previously; (part of that is one of my friends that's going to give some training liked H37 or H58/H59; but he is out of pocket in the Afghanistan for a few more weeks...)
Just keep feeling like if I am going to spend 3k-5k, I should get it right the first time (been stung getting the wrong things before and it sucks)...
Choices are down to S&B 5-25 or maybe S&B 3-20; Kahles 6-24 or Steiner....spuhr mounts.

Thought I read that the Kahles is easy to zero the knobs, thought that might be a plus for the changing of barrels
Presently DTA has the Zeiss diarange 3-12; with crosshairs
Granted this might fit in optic forum, I thought I would narrow the field down to DTA owners.
I would really appreciate some feedback, maybe I am over thinking things....too many variables with Reticle, turrets, etc
 
scubadds said:
I am struggling on what optics to pick for DTA (covert .308, SRS 300wm 26") Keep getting bogged down in reticle choice and can't "pull the trigger". Thought you fellow DTA owners could convince me
Leaning toward MSR reticle (MSR2 if I can) and was seriously thinking about saving some coin (compared to S&B) and going with the $2500 steiner MSR 5-25
Was struggling with thoughts of HORUS reticles previously; (part of that is one of my friends that's going to give some training liked H37 or H58/H59; but he is out of pocket in the Afghanistan for a few more weeks...)
Just keep feeling like if I am going to spend 3k-5k, I should get it right the first time (been stung getting the wrong things before and it sucks)...
Choices are down to S&B 5-25 or maybe S&B 3-20; Kahles 6-24 or Steiner....spuhr mounts.

Thought I read that the Kahles is easy to zero the knobs, thought that might be a plus for the changing of barrels
Presently DTA has the Zeiss diarange 3-12; with crosshairs
Granted this might fit in optic forum, I thought I would narrow the field down to DTA owners.
I would really appreciate some feedback, maybe I am over thinking things....too many variables with Reticle, turrets, etc
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Kahles 6-24i With the AMR reticle.

You don't want to rezero your turrets between calibers, just learn your offset between barrels and go from there. With the new AMR on my rifle, I only dial for the zero offset and hold for most of my shots. If I need a very precise shot, then I dial.
 
"You don't want to rezero your turrets between calibers, just learn your offset between barrels and go from there"
Thanks for the thoughts,
That's how I have the 300 Wm conversion, but I found myself getting confused a few times; (granted I hadn't shot DTA in a bit, and the dials I have were custom made for various bullet grains for previous scope owner and the Mil portion is small and not easy to read)
I will do a bit of research into the AMR thanks...

edit: ok, I see the close up pic of the reticle with measurements...I got confused and thought that was it.


I see a thru scope pic and see the full reticle now...
 
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I have a S&B 3-20 MSR in spuhr mount in my SRS and wouldn't change a thing, but I only use my 308 barrel. I would switch it up and use the 300wm barrel, but I'm waiting on someone to produce factory 208 or 225 ammo.
 
Hi, does anyone know if the .50BMG brake is different than the .375CT? It looks like the 50 (and the 416) have the slightly bigger brake and has the backward port that will be more efficient. Will DTA sell the 50BMG brake separated? Is it a worthy upgrade?
 
I plan to run my March FX 5-40 56mm (for my 65 yr old eyes), but think the DTA Kahles 624i would also be nice. Have great things about the Steiners too. Still waiting for my A1 and TBAC suppressor! Can't wait to get it all together.
 
I'm waiting on the AMR reticle let try myself but with my PR no tools are needed to rezero between calibers and takes no time at all as I do this when I change barrels. NO tools needed on a PR!!!
Sully
 
Just wanted to give kudos to the guys at DTA.
I had an issue with my Gen 1 .338 LM bolt.
Gave DTA a call and had to leave a message. Josh returned my call within an hour. He was very helpful and offered to overnight me a new bolt.
Since I kind of wanted to find out why it happened I asked if I could drive to the shop. He said no problem.
When I arrived I talked with Joseph and Chris.
They got my gun to the repair area and found that a new bolt was needed so they soon had a replacement in my hands.
They said that they needed to check the head space and found that my old extension need to be replaced to. So on went the new part.
They even straightened out the muzzle brake after the work so I did not have to.
I could not be happier with the level of service I received today.
I took the wife with me and they were very kind to her as well.
So in closing if you are looking at a DTA product and curious about the level of service after its out the door It's excellent!
 
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What are the best current options for a .375 HTI suppressor? TBAC says maybe next year, Ron Allen is building (has built?) one for himself. I've become spoiled and don't like to shoot anything without a suppressor any more and want to buy once without regrets.
 
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I think all of DTAs suppressors are outsourced and well over a year behind at this point. I wouldn't count on a .375 anytime soon. I ordered one in Feb and its going to take a year. That was a couple months before the DTA fad was in full effect.
 
We produce our suppressors in house guys and have never subbed them out in the past. .375 can production is at least a year out unless we get a government request before that, we do have prototype 375 cans that are in testing though.
 
ney1 said:
We produce our suppressors in house guys and have never subbed them out in the past. .375 can production is at least a year out unless we get a government request before that, we do have prototype 375 cans that are in testing though.
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Hmm... Must have been an excuse of why my suppressor wasn't sent to me when it originally was supposed to. Not the first time I was told a fib dealing with your CS team.
 
Creature,

I'm sorry you have had problems with the 308 conversion. I wonder if it would help DTA, to have the whole gun. Just a thought...

I have had similar issues getting hold of people. Once you get hold of someone, they are generally very helpful. But, yes, sometimes,some people don't answer their phone all day. One time I called for Service and couldn't reach anyone. I had left voice mails. Finally towards the end of the day, i asked the operator if the guy was in. she said he was in that day. So, he was in, but couldn't be bothered to return a call.

Finally the next day I reached the person. I asked why I didn't get a call back. He said sometimes he is in and out of the office, and that he gets emails no matter where he is. He suggested that I email him from now on. So, a couple of days I needed something (follow-up) so I emailed him. No response that day, no response the next day. So I started the calling game again.

At one point, I PMd Russ and Ney1. I didn't get e reply from either.

Again, once you reach someone, you get great service. But reaching someone can be a huge pain in the ass.

I had thought about buying a DTA suppressor for my .338, but when I thought about trying to chase someone down at DTA for info, the Form 3, updates, etc. I figured it would just be too frustrating. I had purchased a suppressor before from Thunderbeast Arms and they were terrific (great communication, etc). So, I purchased a Thunderbeast 338 suppressor instead.

Good Luck with the barrel replacement. I think DTA will do everything they can to take care of you, once you reach them. They do go to great lengths to correct issues.
 
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Wow Creature. You have the same luck as me. I feel your pain. A company is doing well if they can average 1% problems with the product. 1 out of a hundred doesnt seem much but when your talking 10000, that's 100 people with problems. I seem to always fall in that 1%.
 
Abq-Defense said:
At one point, I PMd Russ and Ney1. I didn't get e reply from either.

Again, once you reach someone, you get great service. But reaching someone can be a huge pain in the ass.
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Negative ghost rider.......

I responded as best I could to your very lengthy PM. You have to understand, I don't work AT DTA. I run DTM. Two separate companies at two separate locations. I do not have access to shipping, production, actual CS or anything else DTA related. I accuracy test warranty guns and barrels, test new products and i'm just an all around jovial guy, that's it.

If you go back and read other posts, you are the first to ever say I haven't responded. I literally print out all PM's and responses until the issue is closed for this very reason. We are using a non-company source to communicate company business. Nick has already said on here that he would rather not get PM's on here as he isn't on here all the time to address them. I on the other hand do spend a fair amount of time on here and do what I can to address issues and questions.

Abq, I figured you got your answers and were content with them but didn't respond. I did not call you out in public saying so. Maybe a quick PM asking if I got yours would have been a better route. Obviously you didn't get mine.

My work phone, my personal cell phone, work email and personal email have all been readily available for anyone who asks. Believe me, I take calls 7 days a week and damn near 24/7 to help out whoever I can.

Very few people get on here to say that they sent their barrel in for warranty only to have me shoot it and send it back. They don't want to admit that they don't shoot well. I was out with a guy last weekend, a local guy who's new A1 shot 2MOA. With his ammo I fired a 1/2 MOA group. Made a couple changes to the rifle and fired a 1/4 MOA group. By the end of the outing his groups shrunk from 2 MOA to sub 1?2 MOA. I was out again today with a buddy who just got a DTA, he was having issues with a 26" 308. I shot it and it was sub 1/2 MOA WITH HIS AMMO. He started over and slowed down, low and behold a lil coaching and patience and he realized that nothing was wrong. I have coached dozens of guys on what they are doing wrong. I have warrantied 2 barrels in the time that I have worked here. Nick, to my knowledge hasn't charged you guys for my time or ammo to return your GOOD barrel because of user error and lack of ability. Creature sent me his barrel and it was not capable of holding the half MOA guarantee, it was a solid 3/4 minute barrel, my press monkey is using it for a practice barrel. The fact that FedEx dropped the ball has nothing to do with DTA or their customer service.

Guys, this is a small company that was swarmed with orders. Be patient, PM me, I guarantee you will get a response or as 50+ guys have gotten, my phone number so I can help you out.
 
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Russ,

I just re-checked my PMs. I didn't get one from you. If you sent one, it didn't arrive.

You went to great length to defend how you answers email, and phone calls. For all I know you may. My comments regarding the lack of callbacks to phone calls and emails pertained to DTA Warranty Service. This was not done through the board or through you. I called and emailed DTA directly FIRST. I only PMd you and Ney1 after I couldn't get hold of Warranty Service.

Thanks for clarifying that you are not with DTA. I won't PM you with DTA issues any further. Its great that you offer your help here to DTA owners. That is to be commended.

The point Creature and I are trying to make is that reaching DTA Warranty Service, can take several calls and emails. Voice messages and emails are not usually returned. You have to call a few times a day until you reach the person you want to talk to. This is an area that DTA should work to improve. IF DTA doesn't want to do this, they don't have to obviously. But, customers will sometimes chose to buy things elsewhere, as I did with the .338 suppressor.

I did mention a couple times in my post above that once we get hold of someone at DTA, the support is terrific. I have posted that in other posts as well. DTA takes care of their customers once their customers can reach them. DTA makes a great product, and stands behind that product when there are issues.
 
Point was that I go out of my way to help anyone that needs it. It's just how I am, I love these rifle systems and know what they are capable of.

Your point was received and I guarantee it is being addressed.

Thank you for your input.
 
DTA are some of the finest people in the industry and there really is no other rifle like it on the market.
 
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I cant speak for Josh in shipping or Josh in Warranty.

I can say that you will be taken care of, as are all the customers who contact Warranty. I wasn't addressing you with the comment about paying for time and ammo, your barrel was warrantied for not holding 1/2MOA.

No one ever said you were rude or demanding man. We want everyone to be happy and I know we will rectify the situation with you.

You have been a great guy to work with and I hope this all gets squared away ASAP.

Russ
 
RussW1911 said:
I cant speak for Josh in shipping or Josh in Warranty.

I can say that you will be taken care of, as are all the customers who contact Warranty. I wasn't addressing you with the comment about paying for time and ammo, your barrel was warrantied for not holding 1/2MOA.

No one ever said you were rude or demanding man. We want everyone to be happy and I know we will rectify the situation with you.

You have been a great guy to work with and I hope this all gets squared away ASAP.

Russ
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Thanks Russ, I hope so too. You have probably one of the best people I've worked with in the firearms industry. I don't expect anyone to go to the lengths that you have but it would be nice if they were as prompt as you are with your responses.
 
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I'm thinking I will sell a few guns to help with a DTA HTI purchase. I haven't been able to get them out of my brain for months now. Not for sure which conversion I'll go with. Decisions.....
Anyone know what the current lead time is? I will be ordering from DTA directly.....
 
BuhLockay said:
Well done, Russ. You should start a CS consulting company.
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Who's da man? I'm da man, haha. I just want customers happy bro. I get out there and actually use these guns in the field and in matches. I know whats it's like to have an issue and need it rectified.

Please guys, let me know if I can help with anything. 90% of the issues I am notified about can be handled without clogging up the warranty department.
 
Creature said:
Thanks Russ, I hope so too. You have probably one of the best people I've worked with in the firearms industry. I don't expect anyone to go to the lengths that you have but it would be nice if they were as prompt as you are with your responses.
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It's all good man. We will get you squared away.
 
I've been really impressed with the repeatability of the zero when swapping barrels. DTA has done a great job with that. ITs a great design. Being able to swap barrels and repeat the zero is amazing.

Yesterday, I was shooting my 6.5 Creedmoor barrel. I finished what I wanted to do with that, and swapped in my .338 barrel. The ballistics calculator gave me the dope for a 1000 yard shot. The .338 hit a 12"x24" target first shot at 1000 yards. It's an impressive system. Well done DTA!!!
 
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