Like explained on SniperCounty:
The (4) small #8 screws on the top of the 30mm ring can be torqued to 20 inch pounds and the (4) small #6 screws on the top of the 1" ring can be torqued to 10 inch pounds. If the base uses four #6 screws they can be torqued to 15 inch pounds These inch pounds settings are not large numbers. Do not tighten any more then necessary as it could damage your scope. PLEASE CHECK YOUR TORQUE WRENCH TO MAKE SURE IT IS INCH POUNDS AND NOT FOOT POUNDS!
Only the large cross bolt that attaches the ring to the base should be torqued to 65 inch pounds.
http://www.go2gbo.com/forums/index.php?topic=195151.0
Re: How many inch pounds for scope ring screws?
« Reply #5 on: January 09, 2010, 07:40:11 PM »
From Leupold...
http://www2.leupold.com/resources/M...okPageId=6afe62f0-e18d-46fd-a1ac-403bcd15d9ff
What amount of toque do I use on the ring screws?
We recommend that you use 29 inch pounds maximum on the Ring screws to properly secure the scope in the rings.
http://www2.leupold.com/resources/M...okPageId=580b77e3-ee48-4e74-873a-d9222cbd9c12
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What is the torque spec for the Rifleman ring keeper screw?
The torque specification for the Rifleman ring keeper screw is 14 inch pounds ( ± 2 in. lb. ).
http://www2.leupold.com/resources/M...okPageId=55e3aa84-e1da-4853-a889-a9a75d66b278
*What is the Proper Amount of Torque for Torx Screws?
The tightening of Torx screws on Leupold products is not best explained in terms of inch pounds or any other torque measurement. Specific torque measurements are generally only found on items that are both under the control of the same manufacturer, as in the case of the Leupold Mark 4 ring cross bolt, for which 65 inch pounds are recommended for proper installation. In cases where Leupold screws are being installed into other manufacturers products, as is the case with all firearms, we advise that screws be tightened until secure. This is always best done by feel; if the screw feels securely snug, it generally is.
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Re: How many inch pounds for scope ring screws?
« Reply #6 on: January 10, 2010, 11:59:23 AM »
Can a base be over tightened against a receiver?* I'm in the habit of tightening them as tight as possible.* I now have a torque wrench.
Re: How many inch pounds for scope ring screws?
« Reply #7 on: January 10, 2010, 12:57:07 PM »
I use 24 in/lbs for 6-48 screws and have never had a problem, using a thread locker like purple Loctite is likely the most important thing to do on base screws.
Tim
And a lot more specs here for a lot more rings!! and always around the same numbers!!
http://www.opticstalk.com/torque-specs_topic18389.html
For Talleys rings
7. Torque recommendations: For the lightweight alloy mounts: 20-25 in-lb for the base, 17 in-lb for the rings. Steel: bases 20-25 in-lb. Fixed rings, bottom screw 35 in-lb, top screw 17-24 in-lb. Detachable rings: large bottom screw 35 in-lb, small bottom screws 30 in-lb, top screws 17-24 in-lb. We do not recommend using Loctite but if you choose to do so then we recommend that you use a NON-permanent kind of Loctite.
http://www.longrangehunting.com/forums/f37/whats-torque-spec-6-48-base-screws-84397/
Torque specs? - THR
6-48 Base Screws @ 22 inch/lbs
8-40 Base Screws @ 28 inch/lbs
8-40 Ring Screws @ 28 inch/lbs
Ring windage screws @ 45 inch/lbs
http://snipersparadise.com/bits-o-wisdom/basics/79-installing-mounts-rings-and-scopes
1. Degrease all the mounting holes in the receiver. I use denatured alcohol
2. I wipe a little oil on the receiver and the bottom of the base. This is to help prevent rust between the receiver and the base, Don't get the oil in the mounting holes that you already degreased.
3. Degrease the mounting screws and mount the base to the receiver. I use a little blue Loctite. Tighten the base to the rifle @ 15 inch/pounds. If you don't have a 15 in/lb torque wrench, then use the L-shaped wrench that comes with the mount. Insert the long end of the L into the mounting screws and grasp the short end with your thumb and index finger. Tighten as much as you comfortably can, that'll be roughly 15 in/lbs.
4. Figure out where you want the rings placed and mount the bottom halves to the base. I apply pressure to the rear of the bottom halves, pushing them so that the crossbolt is bearing against the front of the cross slot in the base. Torque to 65 in/lbs (this is what most of the "tactical" rings with the large mounting nut call for, check the directions that come with yours). You'll have to constantly check your eye relief with the scope sitting in the bottom halves to figure out where you want the rings. I like them spaced as far apart as possible. Also, I place the rings so the mounting bolts are on the opposite side of the ejection port. Keeps stuff out of the way of the port, where you will be working when you shoot.
But we are probably all wrong.....
Thank you.....
