| Author |
 Topic  |
|
|
n/a
deleted
339 Posts |
 Posted - Mar 28 2012 : 10:37:29
|
Besides using plug screws, is there a way to plug the holes on a barrel after removing the iron sights? Can some type of a putty filler either permanent or not, be used? If so, which one?
7x57guy |
|
|
ten2six
Advanced Member
USA
2895 Posts |
Posted - Mar 28 2012 : 11:12:12
|
| Devcon makes both steel epoxy and putty you can use. You'll get way more than you'll need for a project like this, though, so $$ will be much higher than a plug screw. |
"Chances are, when we meet intelligent life forms in outer space, they're going to be descended from predators."
- Michio Kaku |
 |
|
|
n/a
deleted
339 Posts |
Posted - Mar 28 2012 : 15:50:57
|
I think I will use plug screws. But, what size do I order. The rifle is a Remington model 788. Does anyone know the thread size?
7x57guy |
|
|
|
ten2six
Advanced Member
USA
2895 Posts |
Posted - Mar 28 2012 : 16:07:11
|
If you don't have the screws that came out with the iron sites to measure thread/pitch, give Remington a call. You should have the Ser. # ready, but they'll be able to give you the best info based on manufacture date/history.
Brownells might be another option for a phone call, but my first implulse would be to call Remington. |
"Chances are, when we meet intelligent life forms in outer space, they're going to be descended from predators."
- Michio Kaku |
Edited by - ten2six on Mar 28 2012 16:13:06 |
|
|
|
Onondaga
Advanced Member
USA
1386 Posts |
Posted - Mar 28 2012 : 22:04:56
|
Black glue gun stick can be flamed smooth and is not permanent.
Gary |
Fine rifles are never really owned. |
|
|
|
RaySendero
Senior Member
USA
415 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2012 : 12:27:08
|
7x57guy,
Most any GS should have plug screws - If you can't get'em from the manuf. I'd try one that's in your area. |
Ray |
|
|
|
n/a
deleted
339 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2012 : 14:15:21
|
I think the gunsmith idea is probably what I will do. They are expensive to order. An old gunsmith probably won't charge much if any.
7x57guy |
|
|
|
kngdavid
Junior Member
USA
52 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2012 : 15:01:15
|
| I have a small gunshop, but don't have a 788 in stock to check but if I'm not mistaken, it takes 6-48 plugs and I should have some blued ones I would be happy to mail you if you want to send me a PM with your address. If they don't fit, you can simply stick them back in an envelope and send back. Just costs a stamp to try. |
|
|
|
n/a
deleted
339 Posts |
Posted - Mar 29 2012 : 22:19:06
|
kngdavid,
pm sent
7x57guy |
|
|
|
Rapier
Senior Member
USA
478 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 16:39:32
|
Yep, 6x48 and they have gotten expensive too. I went to buy a new supply at Brownell's and about had a big one.
Ed |
Life is simpler when you plow around the stump.
"Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, almighty God! I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty, or give me death!"
|
|
|
|
grubber
Advanced Member
1185 Posts |
Posted - Apr 17 2012 : 19:08:51
|
I bought an assortment (Pachmeyer brand) of screws and plugs from Cabela's. Of course it seems like all of one thing get used up, it's a gamble finding something to fit. I'm working on a curmudgon collection of essential stuff and tools.  |
|
|
|
nachogrande
Senior Member
461 Posts |
Posted - May 19 2012 : 10:53:07
|
| I filled the holes on my rem bbl with clear silicone, it layed down flat and smooth and stayed in place for 20 yrs. recently removed the silicone easily and put plug screws in. now they are not flat and smooth, shoulda left them alone. am thinking of putting silicone back in. black silicone would probly blend better. or just use whatever you already have in the garage for free. |
|
|
|
crash
Average Member
192 Posts |
Posted - Jun 01 2012 : 09:00:52
|
| I think the receiver scope filler screws for a Marlin 336 are the same thread . Brownells has them for $3.00 or so . |
|
|
|
Paul B
Advanced Member
2937 Posts |
Posted - Jun 02 2012 : 13:53:19
|
quote:
Originally posted by crash
I think the receiver scope filler screws for a Marlin 336 are the same thread . Brownells has them for $3.00 or so .
I'm thinking the ones for the Marlin are fatter. The scope screw hole filler screws that is. I kno the ones off my 1895 marlin I used to have had fatter screws.
Paul B. |
|
|
|
Big 4
Average Member
USA
86 Posts |
Posted - Jun 24 2012 : 11:53:15
|
| 6-48 on barrel or action of the Remingtons and that size is standardized on almost all factory rifles. |
|
|
|
n/a
deleted
339 Posts |
Posted - Jun 30 2012 : 09:08:34
|
Actually, the 6-48 screws were a little small for the Remington 788, but they worked w/ a drop of locktite, so I used them. They won't come out and no one can tell the difference.
7x57guy |
|
|
| |
Topic |
|
sight holes on rifle barrel
