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

Re: Idea! Official DTA SRS, HTI, Covert, Hunter Th

Great idea, as I am not too far away from picking one of these up as well.

One question though for those with the .308 conversion. How far out does the barrell extend past the rail? Any reason to be concerned if a suppressor and rail would conflict with each other? (Specifically looking to run a Shark on it)

Plenty of room for a thread on. On the covert.

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Obvious choice for accuracy would be the desert tech ammo because they guarantee it’ll shoot half inch.
For practice ammo I run Hornady American gunner 140gr bthp. For cheap bulk ammo (200 round cans) it’s great (shoots half inch groups for me) and I shoot it out to 800m weekly. There’s a recent thread about that ammo on here and pretty much everyone has good things to say about it.
I also love this ammo. Usually shoot the 147 eldms, and I use bartlein barrel, but The DT barrels honestly seem to shoot the same in my experience.
 
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What is everyone using to change barrels? Are you using the Desert Tech torque wrench or another brand

I bought the Desert Tech maintenance kit at the same time I bought my chassis. It is a really nice kit. However, if I were shopping now I'd have to give a hard look at the Borka kit. I believe a new kit was released recently. Very nice stuff and as mentioned @kortik is good dude.
 
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is anyone aware of a backpack style pack that will fully encompass a covert w/ 16.5 bbl w/ brake?
 
i've used the Borka kit for years. @kortik makes them. He's a great guy and obviously supports the Hide
I bought the Desert Tech maintenance kit at the same time I bought my chassis. It is a really nice kit. However, if I were shopping now I'd have to give a hard look at the Borka kit. I believe a new kit was released recently. Very nice stuff and as mentioned @kortik is good dude.
seekonk 70" pound T wrench
Seekonk BT-2L
Thanks. I ordered a new and improved Borka Field Kit. It will work well with my bikes, too.
 
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I changed the barrel kit it on my SRS A1 twice today and the second time I heard a squeaking or a clicking sound when the bolts were close to final torque. The barrel kit has been used but the chassis was brand new and not shot before. Is it something to worry about? It didn't make those sounds the first time I installed the barrel kit.
 
I changed the barrel kit it on my SRS A1 twice today and the second time I heard a squeaking or a clicking sound when the bolts were close to final torque. The barrel kit has been used but the chassis was brand new and not shot before. Is it something to worry about? It didn't make those sounds the first time I installed the barrel kit.

The screws are probably dry. Mine did it when new. I took the skins off and put grease on them.

Clamping force is increased for a given torque by lubricating the fastener but it hasn't caused me any issues
 
is anyone aware of a backpack style pack that will fully encompass a covert w/ 16.5 bbl w/ brake?

Price is steep but it's otherwise perfect. I ride the hog to the range some days.

 

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August 20th....it’s important to note I ordered a longer barrel, 30”, and the twist of 1:9 for 30 cal is a little uncommon yet. Took a bit longer than usual for those reasons.
 
I'm thinking about getting my new barrel cerakoted. Have any of you found which flat dark earth color matches the DT skins well? I had no idea there were so many variations until I started to look.
 
I'm thinking about getting my new barrel cerakoted. Have any of you found which flat dark earth color matches the DT skins well? I had no idea there were so many variations until I started to look.

I think the A1’s were pretty uniformly magpul FDE, but the A2’s have different shades of FDE between the coated metal and skins.
 
Which thread works on the SRSA1? If I remember correctly, they changed the bolt knob threading from the gen 1 to the A1

I think I got the Bergara and had it cut down so that the knob fit over the shaft of the handle.
 
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10 weeks and waiting. How about I trade you for your 11 days?
I have everything but the scope. 99% sure on what I’m getting just waiting until last minute incase a deal pops up in the classifieds and I can save myself some money you know.
Yeah. My scope is being manufactured by Minox and will be here in November.
 
Those with a 338 lap conversion - what factory rounds have you found to be good, and those that reload, anyone want to share their recipe (first time reloader here)
 
I've been shooting 338 Lapua since I got the rifle in 2010. I've worn out one barrel already. I'm now running one I built from a Lothar Walther blank at 30".
I've not fired any factory stuff so no info there. I've been reloading for many years though. I would suggest you start with some basic load data and work up a load for your rifle. What works in mine may not work in yours and the factory barrels may have changed over 9 years of production. It doesn't take a lot to make things different. I've worked up some loads with the 250gr Sierra Matchkings in Lapua brass and Federal 210 match primers (not magnum) with Reloader 33 starting at 99gr to get 2950 fps in my 30" barrel. My factory barrel at 26" would be a little slower. Your barrel will likely be different too so pick a powder, bullet, brass and start at the recommended start load. Work your way up. Have a look at the reloading for long range posts to learn a bit more about ladder tests and other details to help you work your loads up. Seating depths can affect a lot of things too. Just copying a load from someone else may not be your best bet.......


Frank
 
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After some advice here. I had only one calibre up until recently (6.5cm) and just purchased a 338 conversion second hand - factory barrel etc etc. It had barely been used. I pulled my 6.5 barrel out with no issues - although I did notice the 4 side screws were very loose. I put the 338 barrel in - realised I had put it in the wrong way up... and then couldnt get it out! It was STUCK. No screws done up, no lock on etc. I managed to pull the 338 barrel out, with a fair bit of force. I put the 6.5 barrel back in with no issues, then tried to put the 338 in, which would not go in, and I didn't want to force it. Has anyone else had issues with barrels getting stuck, or not fitting?
 
The only time I've had an issue with my barrels has been when they were cerakoted. Sometimes the coating adds just enough to the diameter of the barrel that it causes seating difficulty until it gets worn enough to slide in and out.
 
I called ES Tactical today to confirm that my dealer had sent his information to them since ES has said it would be about 3 weeks from order to shipping. My dealer had not sent his info but Eric is in the hospital getting a kidney stone removed and my rifle would be about 3 more weeks.

I really need my new toy to fondle.
 
Thanks to everyone that has contributed to this thread - this has to be the best resource for the SRS platform, bar none. I never ever thought I'd be an owner of one of these, but the SRS A1 liquidation that occurred mid-summer was too much to resist, even for a miser like me. No regrets. Doubt I'll have much useful information to contribute here any time soon, but at least I know where to go when I do, thanks to y'all.

I did try and post a pretty thorough Desert Tech resource list (everything from retailers, custom work and barrels, hard to find parts and tools, misc accessories, etc.) here yesterday, but maybe it violated a forum rule for postings?
 
I did try and post a pretty thorough Desert Tech resource list (everything from retailers, custom work and barrels, hard to find parts and tools, misc accessories, etc.) here yesterday, but maybe it violated a forum rule for postings?

I doubt it. Try posting it again
 
Desert Tech Data Dump... 2nd attempt

DESERT TECH OFFICIAL SITE

Also, scroll to bottom of page and select month/year to read more from the archives


RETAILERS and/or CUSTOM BARRELS


PROOF RESEARCH CARBON FIBER BARRELS

MISC PARTS

BOLT KNOBS ・look for Bergara or CZ Style - metric thread, M6x1.0
Also, Search “Snipe Custom Arms“​

SINGLE SHOT SLED

CHASSIS PLATE

ARCA RAILS - SRS A1
MLOK Specific – shouldn't be hard to find others with a search​

SRS TRIGGER JOB

SRS DIFFERENCES

SRS GETS BRUTALIZED

TOOLS

Barrel Extension Wrench - Tenon thread pitch 1 1/16 -16

Fore-End Removal Tool

Fore-End Upgrade Kit Procedure

BORE GUIDE (other)

ADJUSTABLE BUTT PAD

CHEEK RISER PADS

GRIP STUFF

HANDGUARD INSULATOR

MAGAZINE HOLSTER

Case Club Case for SRS

AMAZON

EBAY

MAGNETOSPEED ADAPTOR

FRONT TRIPOD

BULLET QUIVERS

NV Clip on adaptor

SCOPE MOUNTS – seen in this forum (other) - 1.5" centerline height preferred lowest for 56mm
Other Brands 0-40MOA
70 MOA
35mm diameter
35mm

YOUTUBE VIDEOS

SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES

FDE Color

SEE ATTACHED FILES FOR PDFs:
  • Desert Tech SRS A1 Users Manual
  • Stock bolt set placement
  • Primal Rights Trigger Job
  • Forearm Upgrade Procedure

Let me know if there's anything that should be added or removed...
 

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Desert Tech Data Dump... 2nd attempt

DESERT TECH OFFICIAL SITE

Also, scroll to bottom of page and select month/year to read more from the archives


RETAILERS and/or CUSTOM BARRELS


PROOF RESEARCH CARBON FIBER BARRELS

MISC PARTS

BOLT KNOBS ・look for Bergara or CZ Style - metric thread, M6x1.0
Also, Search “Snipe Custom Arms“​

SINGLE SHOT SLED

CHASSIS PLATE

ARCA RAILS - SRS A1
MLOK Specific – shouldn't be hard to find others with a search​

SRS TRIGGER JOB

SRS DIFFERENCES

SRS GETS BRUTALIZED

TOOLS

Barrel Extension Wrench - Tenon thread pitch 1 1/16 -16

Fore-End Removal Tool

Fore-End Upgrade Kit Procedure

BORE GUIDE (other)

ADJUSTABLE BUTT PAD

CHEEK RISER PADS

GRIP STUFF

HANDGUARD INSULATOR

MAGAZINE HOLSTER

Case Club Case for SRS

AMAZON

EBAY

MAGNETOSPEED ADAPTOR

FRONT TRIPOD

BULLET QUIVERS

NV Clip on adaptor

SCOPE MOUNTS – seem in this forum (other)
Other Brands 0-40MOA
70 MOA
35mm diameter
35mm

YOUTUBE VIDEOS

SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES

FDE Color

SEE ATTACHED FILES FOR PDFs:
  • Desert Tech SRS A1 Users Manual
  • Stock bolt set placement
  • Primal Rights Trigger Job
  • Forearm Upgrade Procedure

Let me know if there's anything that should be added or removed...
Should make this a sticky!
 
Desert Tech Data Dump... 2nd attempt

DESERT TECH OFFICIAL SITE

Also, scroll to bottom of page and select month/year to read more from the archives


RETAILERS and/or CUSTOM BARRELS


PROOF RESEARCH CARBON FIBER BARRELS

MISC PARTS

BOLT KNOBS ・look for Bergara or CZ Style - metric thread, M6x1.0
Also, Search “Snipe Custom Arms“​

SINGLE SHOT SLED

CHASSIS PLATE

ARCA RAILS - SRS A1
MLOK Specific – shouldn't be hard to find others with a search​

SRS TRIGGER JOB

SRS DIFFERENCES

SRS GETS BRUTALIZED

TOOLS

Barrel Extension Wrench - Tenon thread pitch 1 1/16 -16

Fore-End Removal Tool

Fore-End Upgrade Kit Procedure

BORE GUIDE (other)

ADJUSTABLE BUTT PAD

CHEEK RISER PADS

GRIP STUFF

HANDGUARD INSULATOR

MAGAZINE HOLSTER

Case Club Case for SRS

AMAZON

EBAY

MAGNETOSPEED ADAPTOR

FRONT TRIPOD

BULLET QUIVERS

NV Clip on adaptor

SCOPE MOUNTS – seem in this forum (other)
Other Brands 0-40MOA
70 MOA
35mm diameter
35mm

YOUTUBE VIDEOS

SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES

FDE Color

SEE ATTACHED FILES FOR PDFs:
  • Desert Tech SRS A1 Users Manual
  • Stock bolt set placement
  • Primal Rights Trigger Job
  • Forearm Upgrade Procedure

Let me know if there's anything that should be added or removed...
Thank you! Gives me something to do while I wait for my rifle
 
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Thank you! Gives me something to do while I wait for my rifle

You should add that entire post to the resources section rather than letting it get lost in this mega thread that is near impossible to sift through.