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200 rounds in
Posted: Sun Jan 05, 2020 11:25 pm
by 6MT
So I've fired 200 rounds of factory ammo in my new BBS in .44mag. Mostly to acquire some brass for loading. And to also check the sights and function of the rifle. So far so good...except ....
After the first range trip, I noticed the butt was loose. The second trip, the same thing happened as well as the fore end. The third trip, all of the screws on the receiver were loose. In fact, the one just above the trigger on the right side of the receiver had backed out about half way.
I'm not really a fan of applying thread locker, but it is getting tiresome to have to look at every fastener after every range trip. Is it just me, or has anyone else had almost every fastener come loose?
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2020 8:07 am
by JEBar
6MT wrote: ↑Sun Jan 05, 2020 11:25 pm
I'm not really a fan of applying thread locker, but it is getting tiresome to have to look at every fastener after every range trip. Is it just me, or has anyone else had almost every fastener come loose?
we use Purple Locktite .... it is designed for small screws and provides just enough strength to keep the ones on our Henry from backing out
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2020 8:51 am
by BigAl52
Ive not had this happen with mine. Once in a while I find a screw that needs a twist but not on a regular basis.
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2020 9:49 am
by Ojaileveraction
When ever I get a rifle that is new to me , I check every screw and fastener.
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2020 9:58 am
by CT_Shooter
The screws on both of my Henrys have never been a problem, but those on my .357 SAA need to be watched carefully. Blue Locktite holds them in place for a while, but eventually a few will need to have it re-applied.
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2020 10:19 am
by 6MT
Ok, I'll do everything with the purple stuff. I use that stuff on other rifles anyways.
Thanks everyone!
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 3:44 pm
by 6MT
Damn-it!! Another shameless picture...
BTW, to all you folks ....which sling do you like better? The one above is the Simply Rugged one. And the one below is a generic Amazon thingy.
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 3:54 pm
by Ernie
Normally I prefer leather but I like the Amazon sling better in this case. Looks like a better fit length wise.
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 4:00 pm
by markiver54
Ernie wrote: ↑Thu Jan 30, 2020 3:54 pm
Normally I prefer leather but I like the Amazon sling better in this case. Looks like a better fit length wise.
Ditto
I bought the black one offered on the Henry site. Has the Henry logo on it and very affordable.
Would like a pretty leather one though.
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 4:09 pm
by TMB
They both look good, but I like the leather one. Then I'm partial to leather. Great looking gun. I really like the lumber.
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 5:27 pm
by Rifletom
The first sling. Back to the screws; my wife tells me she thinks I have a screw loose now and again. So theres that!
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 5:44 pm
by JEBar
Rifletom wrote: ↑Thu Jan 30, 2020 5:27 pm
The first sling. Back to the screws; my wife tells me she thinks I have a screw loose now and again. So theres that!
good to know I'm not the only one ....
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 6:52 pm
by Alchris658
Just a quick note on Loctite . There is a expiration date on Loctite . To use correctly you must clean the screw hole and screw with acetone to remove all oil and grease . Apply a small amount and let cure for 24 hours before using . The screws will stay in place
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 7:53 pm
by Mags
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A darker leather one closer to the wood color would look best.
6MT wrote: ↑Thu Jan 30, 2020 3:44 pm
Damn-it!! Another shameless picture...
BTW, to all you folks ....which sling do you like better? The one above is the Simply Rugged one. And the one below is a generic Amazon thingy.
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 8:50 pm
by Ojaileveraction
Rub some Bristol into that leather sling, it'll darken up enough.
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 8:56 pm
by markiver54
Ojaileveraction wrote: ↑Thu Jan 30, 2020 8:50 pm
Rub some Bristol into that leather sling, it'll darken up enough.
Tim, is there a Bristol? If so, what is it? Or do you mean Ballistol?
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 9:23 pm
by Ojaileveraction
Thanks for the edit , yeah darn tablet, that's it the tablet.
markiver54 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 30, 2020 8:56 pm
Ojaileveraction wrote: ↑Thu Jan 30, 2020 8:50 pm
Rub some Bristol into that leather sling, it'll darken up enough.
Tim, is there a Bristol? If so, what is it? Or do you mean Ballistol?
Re: 200 rounds in
Posted: Thu Jan 30, 2020 9:27 pm
by markiver54
Ojaileveraction wrote: ↑Thu Jan 30, 2020 9:23 pm
Thanks for the edit , yeah darn tablet, that's it the tablet.
markiver54 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 30, 2020 8:56 pm
Ojaileveraction wrote: ↑Thu Jan 30, 2020 8:50 pm
Rub some Bristol into that leather sling, it'll darken up enough.
Tim, is there a Bristol? If so, what is it? Or do you mean Ballistol?
yes, I suffer from the same affliction with my tablet on occasion.