Thompson Center Compass Bolt problem

[Muelys]

I just picked up a TC Compass .270 from my FFL today. However, I am having 2 issues with it. First, I wasn't able to install the bolt assembly as indicated on the user manual - pg 14 and 15. The bolt would not go all the way in and I could not get the bold in closed position. Second, as I was trying to install the bolt assembly, I pushed the safety to fire position and made the situation worse. Any suggestion on getting both issues resolved?

 

[308pirate]

I suggest calling T-C and asking for a tech support person.

 

[Muelys]

Thanks Gunny. I was planing to give them a call on Monday. But I was anxious to play with the new toy and ran into some challenges.

 

[308pirate]

Hope you get it sorted out. It sucks when you follow the book and shit doesn't work. Might want to try re-reading the book and re-trying, maybe there's something you missed or misunderstood.

 

[Muelys]

Found a video on how to recocking a decocked mouser style bolt action rifle on YouTube.
- tie a loop and pull the cocking piece back
- while holding the cocking piece back, engage the safety and turn the bolt shroud to cock the bolt

Now I am able to install the bolt assembly.

 

[JMcBurn]

Same thing happened on mine. Pretty tough to pull it back and turn at the same time.