My Quad Build (Update 10/2/2010)

[Iggy]

I'm in the middle of building my Quad and it's been taking me a while to gather all the parts. I figured I would post my progress and hope that it would help anyone who wants to build one too.

Here is the Quad in stock form right out of the box:


Added a little Harris action:


I got my Lilja back from Mark at Short Action Customs. He threaded, capped and coated the barrel.

[Iggy]

Here is how it compares to the stock barrel:


I'm still waiting for the Manners stock to arrive, which should be around September. I can't wait that long to shoot the gun so I mounted the barrel so I can shoot it. Naturally, the new barrel doesn't fit in the in the stock without a little modding. Luckily all it takes is the removal of two screws and it opens up the stock.





It floats the barrel the whole way through:

Here is how she sits now:

[Iggy]

Update 6/21/2010

Finally I got to add some more stuff to the Quad. I had planned to get the APA bolt knob mod, or the Rimfire Tech bolt knob, and having heard that the RT might be to short for the Manners stock I was on the fence.

However, HotRod9mm aka Bob, reached out to me and told me he had developed an extended one, I was really excited to try it out and I had told him I would order one by the Friday of last week. When I gave him a call he said, "I already shipped it to you. Let me track it... I was delivered to your PO box yesterday. Try it out and see if you like it." WOW! That is customer service! Sure enough there it was waiting for me. I can't say how impressed I am by this. If any of you are on the fence about Bob's stuff, don't worry! It's all good and at a great price. If you don't believe me here are the pics.

The quality is definitely there, I am very happy with knob. As you can see from the other pics it may seem a big long and for the OEM stock it is, the Manners stock on it's way should shorten it out a bit. If you plan on keeping the original stock the standard bolt knob I think will be better.

Comparison with my R700 bolt knob, RT, and stock:




Side, rear and top shot:






The next part up was the Rimfire Tech picatinny scope rail. It's constructed to same quality standards as the knob (high) and fits great. I have not had a chance to shoot the gun yet, but it is very solid and don't think I will have any problems with it slipping. It's really simple to install and requires no modifications to the receiver.

[Iggy]

Finally I got the Weaver Tactical Grand Slam in Mil/Mil 3-10x40. Sadly It's not FFP but for the price I can't complaint, and there is a coupon on the hide for $100 off. I got the scope, rings and Butler Creep flip caps for $375 shipped!

At first I was a little skeptical about the scope, but I was pleasantly surprised. The glass is very clear and consistent through out the magnification. The knobs are solid and the clicks are prominent. Not as prominent as my SSHD, but close enough.

I still have not had a chance to test the tracking, so stay tuned for that.

http://iggycorp.com/gun/quad/quad24.JPG

The only bummer so far is that the focus on the rear makes it difficult and awkward to operate with the caps on.

http://iggycorp.com/gun/quad/quad25.JPG

Update 10/2/2010

Just finished her up!

Installed a USO rail and she's temporarily wearing the Nightforce from my .308 while it's getting built. It's really amazing how close the zeros are.

[thrillhouse700]

That is freaking awesome.

[GillaFunk]

Oh great...another gun nut who spends a bunch of money on a .22

Next thing you know you'll be installing one of those US Optics scopes on this thing and calling yourself a sniper.





















Tight boom stick Igg. Very tight ;-)

[pl408]

Nice!
looking forward to seeing this complete

[bjl333]

Niceeeeeeee !!!!!!!

[t0kie]

Well done buddy, nice project. Keep us all posted!
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Alessina live

[Iggy]

Added some updates!

[Iggy]

Updates! 3rd post!

[wizdumb]

Lookin' good, Iggy! Is that a loop of paracord around the scope and bolt handle to keep the bolt locked down?

[Iggy]

Thanks! It's elastic so it keeps everything snug.

http://shop.sotconsulting.com/Rifle-bolt-lock-rifle-bolt-lock.htm

[DirtRacer151]

haha I don't know if you've seen mine around before so here it is. you have a great rifle so enjoy it. Mine is one of my favorite in the safe! These things are shooters!!

[Iggy]

I have seen yours! The m1a mag is a nice touch.

This by far the most fun and challenging gun to shoot. I've shot 1 ragged hole, 5 shot groups with this thing (and the right ammo).