kingsy18 Posted October 8, 2016 Report Share Posted October 8, 2016 Got to fix a set of swivel studs to new rifle how do i go about it without splitting stock,knowing my luck i,d split or mark something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_b_wales Posted October 8, 2016 Report Share Posted October 8, 2016 Got to fix a set of swivel studs to new rifle how do i go about it without splitting stock,knowing my luck i,d split or mark something. Drill a hole in the stock, slightly smaller than the stud screw. Fit the screw into the stock slowly. You could add some glue to the threads, such as Araldite. If you lived closer, I'd do it for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsy18 Posted October 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 8, 2016 Cheers Steve,thanks for the offer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walshie Posted October 8, 2016 Report Share Posted October 8, 2016 Mark it out with masking tape first. Make sure the stud goes in at 90 degrees to the angle of the underside of the stock rather than 90 degrees to the top otherwise it won't screw in flush. Start the hole with a bradawl or nail so the drill doesn't slip. It should feel tight screwing it in, but not so tight it would split the wood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_b_wales Posted October 8, 2016 Report Share Posted October 8, 2016 If you don't want to add glue to the threads, some candle grease will help them screw in more easily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingsy18 Posted October 12, 2016 Author Report Share Posted October 12, 2016 Do i need to take action out of stock or can i do it in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team tractor Posted October 12, 2016 Report Share Posted October 12, 2016 You've more chance of breaking the swivel stud off trust me :( Test it in some scrap first. Also the hole needs tone slightly bigger for the screw shank at the end . I've fitted loads and it's a simple job but lube the threads Fairy or grease will do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dougy Posted October 12, 2016 Report Share Posted October 12, 2016 You've more chance of breaking the swivel stud off trust me :( Test it in some scrap first. Also the hole needs tone slightly bigger for the screw shank at the end . I've fitted loads and it's a simple job but lube the threads Fairy or grease will do What sort of "fairy" is best TT I'm sure it's been fitted now, but it's things like this that i realise that taking interest in woodwork and metal work classes at school where well worth the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team tractor Posted October 12, 2016 Report Share Posted October 12, 2016 What sort of "fairy" is best TT I'm sure it's been fitted now, but it's things like this that i realise that taking interest in woodwork and metal work classes at school where well worth the time. Platinum but make sure it's soft on your hands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekers Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 As most comments above. Remember, pilot holes are essential, and to judge exactly the right size drill bit, I would suggest you try on some scrap wood first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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