Gunsmithing Rem 700 8-40 mount screws

[theogre_52]

So I ordered a new mount for my Rem 700. I got it and it has #8 screws in it. My 700 is drilled for #6 screws. I see on midway they sell a drill and tap set.

The question is is it normal to change the #6 scope mounting screws to #8?
How hard is it to drill out the #6 screws and get that whole thing to work?

Thanks

--Theogre

 

[Anchor Zero Six]

Re: Rem 700 8-40 mount screws

Normal yes, not sure if needed depending on the caliber of the rifle.

Not hard to do but not something done with a hand drill in the garage. Best results will be if done on a mill.

Easy button would be to send it back and exchange for the one you need.

 

[glock24]

Re: Rem 700 8-40 mount screws

I've had luck with buying #6 screws with oversized heads so they adapt to the #8 counterbore in the rail. Midway USA sell 'em

 

[WRENCHHEAD]

Re: Rem 700 8-40 mount screws

i would just send it in for an exchange for the right mount.

opening up the holes yourself may lead to off center mount holes or some other problem.