Rifle Scopes seekins rings ?

[learjet]

just got my used premier w a set of seekins rings. i notice if i torque the rings to the base(badger) at 55in/lb the rings flex inward a bit, and the scope wont fit properly. is this normal? atm ive gotem torqued to 20in/lb, then ill install/torque the caps, then torque the base screws. until i hear from some regular seekins users i wont use 55in/lb, ill go w 30.

thx in advance

 

[Tbag]

Re: seekins rings ?

It may just be me but 55 seems a bit on the high side.

 

[Sumpter Steve]

Re: seekins rings ?

If I remember correctly you should torque the base to the rings at 45 in/lbs. I'm sure Glenn or someone else will get on here and give ya the correct info.

 

[deadly0311]

Re: seekins rings ?

Torque spec:
Cap screws 15-25 INCH lbs.
Clamp screws 55 INCH lbs.

found Here:
http://www.seekinsprecision.com/index_p.php?p=rings

 

[pyplynr]

Re: seekins rings ?

Mine worked fine at 55in/lb but I also used a Seekins alum base. Not sure if the aluminum/steel combo would have anything to do with it.

 

[learjet]

Re: seekins rings ?

thx everyone. yeppers seekins site says 55 on the bases, i dunno, has anyone other than me ever had to install the caps first, then torque the bases? sure are nice rings, didnt leave even a haze or hint of a mark on the scope(all came assembled)

 

[Glen Seekins]

Re: seekins rings ?

It happens every once in a while, but its rare..If you install the caps first you are good to go. It just depends on how the rings fit onto the base. You wont have any issues. 45-55 in lbs is more than enough. 35 is plenty with 2 screws

 

[learjet]

Re: seekins rings ?

thx sir!