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Post by slipperhead on Mar 5, 2015 10:48:13 GMT -5
Guys,
I have a blown barrel on a Savage ML to swap out. I have the proper barrel wrench.
I took two short pieces of 2x4s and cut a v-notch along their length to hold the barrel and protect it while I crank down on my vise. I've tightened the vise repeatedly and the barrel still spins. The last time I cranked down on the vise, one of the blocks split...
Can you offer any suggestions here?
Thanks in advance,
Garland in VA
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Post by Deleted on Mar 5, 2015 11:07:03 GMT -5
Try holding the action instead of the barrel. Do you have a remington action wrench by chance? In my opinion it's easier to vise the barrel and twist the action on the savages for removal. The remington wrench works for this task.
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Post by slipperhead on Mar 5, 2015 16:41:51 GMT -5
No, I don't have an action wrench. I figured I could get by with the wrench and my vise...
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Post by 1gifford on Mar 5, 2015 17:01:06 GMT -5
You need some Oak. 2x4's are too soft and compress.
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Post by tnhunter54 on Mar 5, 2015 17:16:57 GMT -5
Use some oak wood and don't forget to use some rosin powder as well.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 5, 2015 17:55:32 GMT -5
One of the easiest ways to remove and put a Savage barrel on.
Savage to Criterion Barrel Swap:
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Post by slipperhead on Mar 6, 2015 17:42:37 GMT -5
There is no substitute for having the right tools and skill. This is likely a one-time event for me so I hope the oak blocks with rosin method works. I have also read that wetting the wood blocks may help grip the barrel also. Otherwise I may be seeking professional help on this. I've got a gunsmith nearby and I'm sure he has the right equipment. Maybe he needs a Savage barrel wrench!
Thanks all!
Garland
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Post by johnnywadd on Mar 6, 2015 20:34:28 GMT -5
Wet grove in blocks and apply powders sugar works better than rosin and wet rag cleanup
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Post by 1coyotemaster on Mar 6, 2015 21:31:07 GMT -5
The oak works--I cut the blocks in about 5x4" and drilled the hole before cutting in half. I think the hole was 3/4" It helps if you keep the barrel as close to the jaws as possible.
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Post by 10ga on Mar 8, 2015 18:08:09 GMT -5
Yeah to all above, soak well with 50-50 atf and acetone. Great penetrating stuff. AND johnnywad and 1coyotemaster have it down. I use a Hickory block, (have plenty and they don't split) , drill hole then cut block. Then I put a 3X5 card in hole around barrel and whatever grip you want to use and crank it tight. The penetrating soak is the trick. I've used the penetrant and then easily taken the barrels out with large channel locks, LOL I know hillbill, myers, rossman and fishhawk are cringing, the barrels were trashed before removal anyway but came out easily. that is on Savages and Stevens and others with the barrel nut. If you want a real challenge try getting a barrel off a new CZ or an antique argentine 98 mauser. 10
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Post by slipperhead on Mar 9, 2015 18:36:41 GMT -5
Ok, I'm set to give this a whirl later in the week. I have a hardwood block and a 3/4" spade bit. Already have the ATF and acetone.
I had one young gunsmith at a local indoor range recommend to simply use a cheater-bar on my newly-renovated/refinished vise so that it would grip tighter...gee...
I will let you know how this goes!
Thanks all,
Garland
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Post by 1gifford on Mar 9, 2015 19:33:28 GMT -5
This was my attempt at a DIY block. The hole was drilled with an 1 1/8 spade bit I believe. It now measures 1 1/16. Not sure how much smaller you can go. Not so sure about 3/4". Mine worked and Yes I used a breaker bar tightening the inner bolts.  |
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