Proper tightening of stock screws

JFD444 · December 30, 2001, 12:42 PM

I was wondering what is the correct amount of force for tightening the stock screws on a Winchester Model 70. Also, is there a specific sequence that needs to be followed when I tighten the 3 screws? Thanks, James.

DeBee · December 30, 2001, 05:28 PM

I found this once in a M70 book or magazine. I wrote it down, memorized it, and forgot it immediately upon reading your post!

I think the specific sequence is as follows:

Install all screws to hold things in alignment. Tighten receiver ring screw first- very tight. Tighten tang screw second- slightly less tight. Last, tighten middle screw just hand tight.

All of course with a properly fitting gunsmith screwdriver...

Can anyone check my memory?

December 30, 2001, 12:42 PM	#1
JFD444 Junior Member Join Date: October 27, 2001 Posts: 2	Proper tightening of stock screws I was wondering what is the correct amount of force for tightening the stock screws on a Winchester Model 70. Also, is there a specific sequence that needs to be followed when I tighten the 3 screws? Thanks, James.

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December 30, 2001, 05:28 PM	#2
DeBee Senior Member Join Date: October 5, 1999 Posts: 408	I found this once in a M70 book or magazine. I wrote it down, memorized it, and forgot it immediately upon reading your post! I think the specific sequence is as follows: Install all screws to hold things in alignment. Tighten receiver ring screw first- very tight. Tighten tang screw second- slightly less tight. Last, tighten middle screw just hand tight. All of course with a properly fitting gunsmith screwdriver... Can anyone check my memory?