Stripped screw hole in 700 5R action

[Hadwyn]

I was mounting a Badger base to my 700 5R when the process was derailed (no pun intended) by the front screw hole threading being stripped (the screw itself has no threading left and the threading on the action appears to have been affected). This is a new rifle, having its first scope mounted, so it was unexpected. Not quite sure what caused it but I can confirm it wasn't over-torqued as it took much less than 15 in-lbs for it to give way (the other three tightened fine to 15 with my Borka).

What are my options for fixing this so I can resume mounting the scope? Is there a reliable DIY solution (Loctite? Helicoil?) or is my best bet taking it to a gunsmith? Any input is appreciated. Thanks.

 

[c4xplsv]

Stripped screw hole in 700 5R action

Get it drilled and tapped for 8-40 screws - problem solved. Most custom 700's have this done from the beginning.


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[0311 Hesco]

^ This.

 

[Hadwyn]

Get it drilled and tapped for 8-40 screws - problem solved. Most custom 700's have this done from the beginning.


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Being from Phoenix as well, could you possibly recommend a gunsmith to do this? Thanks.

 

[Rattler56]

Phoenix Customs Home Page

 

[c4xplsv]

Stripped screw hole in 700 5R action

You bet. +1 for Phoenix Custom Rifles. Keith is a good guy.


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[LawnMM]

Brownells has a tap and screws with oversize threads, its a little ass saver kit, used it once myself, look for it.

 

[Hadwyn]

Phoenix Customs Home Page

You bet. +1 for Phoenix Custom Rifles. Keith is a good guy.


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Much appreciated, I've reached out to them about it. Thanks

 

[Hadwyn]

Brownells has a tap and screws with oversize threads, its a little ass saver kit, used it once myself, look for it.

Mind pointing me to exactly what you're referring to? Is it a drill bit? I don't have any heavy machinery (ie: drill press) so may not be able to complete that job myself.