Gunsmithing Rem 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD 8-40 screws?

[Boss334OP]

So I picked up my first tactical rifle: Remington 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD .308 20" 1:10. Then I found a Nightforce 15 MOA one piece base for half price and couldn't resist. My question is: Will the 8-40 screws the Nightforce comes with fit my action or will I need to go to the gunsmith?

I ask because I recently talked to someone who said the 8-40s would not fit into his SPS.

Thanks

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

Re: Rem 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD 8-40 screws?

They will not fit. You will need a smith to drill and tap for 8-40.

 

[Texar2]

Re: Rem 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD 8-40 screws?

I believe remington uses 6-48.

 

[Boss334OP]

Re: Rem 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD 8-40 screws?

Ok... What is a reasonable price for this to be done? Do I have any options other than drilling?

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

Re: Rem 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD 8-40 screws?

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Boss334OP</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ok... What is a reasonable price for this to be done? Do I have any options other than drilling? </div></div>

Dunno on price. I have not had it done. The other option is to get a base that uses standard mounting screws.

 

[Boss334OP]

Re: Rem 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD 8-40 screws?

Guess I'll be going to the smith then. Thanks for the help LoneWolfUSMC! BTW, 8541tactical.com Rocks! The "Budget Precision Build" is what put me on the 700 AAC-SD in the first place. Keep up the great work!