Re and Re of stock?

[limit time]

Sorry for the dumb question But I'm a NOOB with my first "precision" rifle
I removed the stock from my rifle and want to know if there's a proper way to remount it.
Thanks

 

[bcode]

Since no one else has chimed in yet, let me answer your question.

You want to ensure that the bolts are tightened using a Torque-Wrench, to ensure that all the bolts are tightened to the same force... having one tighter than the other can result in non-uniform shifting of your barrel/action when shooting, and thus inconsistent points of impact.

If I remember correctly, the Savage F-Class team claims that 24 in-lb is the ideal starting point... shoot a group of 10 or more (rested) then put another couple in-lb on and shoot again - until you find the ideal torque setting for your setup.

Some say that 30-50 in-lb is ideal, and I have read everything up to the extreme of 87 in-lb, but I'd be weary of busting a nut at those forces.

 

[Passy357]

Some say that 30-50 ft-lb is ideal, and I have read everything up to the extreme of 87 ft-lb, but I'd be weary of busting a nut at those forces.

Sorry, I couldn't help myself

 

[tiriaq]

24 ft-lb would be a 24 lb pull on a 1 ft. wrench handle. Seems a bit high.
Barrels might torque in with 60 ft-lbs.

 

[redryder]

I'm thinking they mean "inch/pounds".

 

[bcode]

haha, you're totally right, I meant in-lb (inch-pounds)... The last article I read said ft-lb, but that's obviously a mistake on their part. Original post updated to be less ridiculous.

 

[jjbkozack]

definitly should change that to inch pounds!
ft/lbs would either break the bolt and or crack the stock

 

[bcode]

Found the video with the Savage team member (cue it to 07:15) - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PebCS16rGbY

 

[limit time]

Good thing its a Savage I shoot! Thanks to everyone!