Clamp on Atlas Screw Replacement?

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Has anyone attempted to replace the 10-32 x 1.25" screws on the clamp on Atlas with a thumb screw? The objective is to be able to remove the bipod without splurging for the ADM mount.

Maybe something along these lines. (Obviously it would have to be trimmed to length.)
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Oxide-Steel-Style-Screws/dp/B005RTDJD4

Chip

 

[Tornado]

Seems like a good idea but.... 10-32 threads are not that durable if cycled very many times as there is not that much material available. Also not sure what the torque requirement is for the Atlas Mount - but you probably won't get more than 10 -15 inch pound torque on those thumb screw using your fingers.
Just a couple of things to consider.

 

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Seems like a good idea but.... 10-32 threads are not that durable if cycled very many times as there is not that much material available. Also not sure what the torque requirement is for the Atlas Mount - but you probably won't get more than 10 -15 inch pound torque on those thumb screw using your fingers.
Just a couple of things to consider.

Mine didn't come with a torque spec. Shouldn't finger tight should be fine? The frequency of installation and removal could cause a problem I suppose.

Chip

 

[Tornado]

I have the ADM mount on mine - the instructions wanted it to be as tight as I could make it. Looking at Installing the BT21 - Atlas TRG Bracket (ATB), it indicates that the for the mount screws "Tighten the two 10/32 x 3/4 Flat Head Socket Screws securely. Removable thread locker such as Loctite 243 is recommended on all fasteners." Not surprising when you consider the shock and vibration loads that the bipod attachment undergoes for each shot. Obviously the larger calibers and heavier weight bullets will have more of these effects than say a .223 round.
If the mount is aluminum, you could have thread inserts installed which would significantly increase the durability of the 10-32 threads.

 

[maccrazy2]

I would suggest using a stud with a wing nut/thumb wheel over a bolt. Then there will be no wear on the bipod threads

 

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I would suggest using a stud with a wing nut/thumb wheel over a bolt. Then there will be no wear on the bipod threads

It took me a moment to understand exactly what you were describing, but now I get it. That would work well, especially with a bronze washer on each end.

Thanks!