How to correctly mount EGW picatinny rail?

[send it_hit]

Hey all,

I have a Tikka T3 Varmint in jail, I'll be picking it up tomorrow. Once I have it, I plan on putting an EGW rail on it ( http://www.opticsplanet.net/egw-tikk...ope-mount.html )

That said, I've used the search and didn't find much. Also watched several videos and have a pretty good idea, but I thought I'd consult my friends on here first. Any advice on how to mount it well? Is it as easy as "screw it in, locktite if I want"? Also, if it matters I don't plan on shooting more than maybe 3-400yds, and even that would be semi-rare. I've heard people raise the rear part for long distance shooting, but that's not a concern of mine.

Thanks in advance, you always come through!

[winxp_man]

"Wood, Fiberglass or Synthetic stock without bedding pillars-
40 inch-lbs.

Wood, Fiberglass or Synthetic stock with bedding pillars -
up to 65 inch-lbs.

Hard-use service-type rifles in synthetic with pillars-
up to 65 inch-lbs.

Law enforcement & military rifles are 65 inch-lbs on each
of the guard screws.

On rifles with three guard screws the middle screw should
be only slightly tightened.

Scope base screws 30 inch-lbs "MAX"

Windage screws 30-40 inch-lbs "MAX"

Scope ring screws (Aluminum Rings) 10-15 inch-lbs "MAX"

Scope ring screws (Steel Rings) 15-20 inch-lbs "MAX"

Note' If scope base and ring Screws have less than 5 threads
of engagement they should be replaced with longer ones.

Barrel to receiver Torque 35 ft/lbs minimum to 95 ft/lbs Max.

If an anti seize compound is used instead of a light oil use 65
ft/lbs max to prevent over torquing."


Info quoted from JE Customs

[Pthfndr]

Any advice on how to mount it well? Is it as easy as "screw it in, locktite if I want"?

Yes, you just lay it on top and install the screws. USE A TORQUE WRENCH IN INCH POUNDS if you have never done it before. There's been more than few horror stories on this forum of guys stripping out the holes, or snapping the screws off in the holes.

Use blue locktite. NOT green or red.

It's not hard to do it, but if you don't feel comfortable doing it yourself take it to a gunsmith. It doesn't take very long and the charge wouldn't be much.

[send it_hit]

awesome, thanks!

[send it_hit]

Scope base screws 30 inch-lbs "MAX"

gonna have to go get a torque wrench and locktite, but based on that info, 30inch-lbs for the screws? theres no info on the packaging.

[winxp_man]

Yes and make sure its in inch/pounds not foot/pounds....

[send it_hit]

copy that. thanks again

[send it_hit]

bumping to ask, can anyone recommend a torque wrench you use? seems they run the gambit from $20-$200...

[goodlookin1]

I installed an EGW rail on my Tikka T3 Lite without any special torque wrench and it is rock solid. I did use blue loctite though...

To me, it's pretty easy to tell when you're coming close to stripping it out. I feel I did it tight enough and the thing hasnt moved one iota.

Best upgrade for the Tikka, IMHO.

[send it_hit]

I installed an EGW rail on my Tikka T3 Lite without any special torque wrench and it is rock solid. I did use blue loctite though...

To me, it's pretty easy to tell when you're coming close to stripping it out. I feel I did it tight enough and the thing hasnt moved one iota.

Best upgrade for the Tikka, IMHO.

i kinda figured i'd be able to tell when im getting a little too close to stripping them. i'm excited to see what the tikka is capable of. what kind of glass do you use on it?

[winxp_man]

Try one of these they work really well for the money.

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=718023

[goodlookin1]

i kinda figured i'd be able to tell when im getting a little too close to stripping them. i'm excited to see what the tikka is capable of. what kind of glass do you use on it?

If I had the money, I'd put a Vortex Viper 4-16x50 or 6-24x50 PST on it, because it's that accurate. Accurate enough to take advantage of the high magnification, anyways. But for hunting purposes, I'd go with the 4-16x.

As of right now, I have a Leupold VX-II 3-9x40 on it. It's pretty "plain-Jane" and i'd love to have a scope that has a parallax adjustment.....but I dont have the funds.

After seeing my Vortex 1-4x24 PST, I think I am a Vortex customer for life now