clamp on bolt knob for a V-1 Turbo action

[golfer2b2000]

I am experiencing some issues closing the bolt on my 22 benchrest rifle. Closing the bolt is not as smooth as other rifles.
I would like to try a clamp on bolt. The Rigel universal clamp on looks like a good thing to try. I think the action is just a bit too tight and when I cycle the action, before I take my next shot I usually have to make too many adjustments to get on target.
I am thinking about sending it out to have the original knob removed, and having it threaded to accept other bolt knobs.
Just looking for what the members might have to say about this.
Thank you,
Gene from Pa.

 

[TRSR8]

The action is not too tight. Two issues, first, I suspect the smith chambered to engrave. Second, unless you are well versed, you may be dealing with carbon build in the throat.
In either case, you need to push on the end of the bolt to fully seat the round when you chamber and allow it to cam over without the force, not a huge deal once you learn a two step deal.
I’d guess it closes easily on an empty chamber.

 

[Srgeorge]

Both of my Turbos are threaded. Take the old knob and you should be set

 

[Evelio]

The knob on the Turbo V-1 actions is not threaded, they are integral with the handle.

 

[DiOrioMFG]

The knob on the Turbo V-1 actions is not threaded, they are integral with the handle.

Turbo V1 actions produced up to mid 2018 had an integral bolt knob on the handle. In late 2018, after the introduction of the V3 to the market, the bolt handle design was changed to a 5/16”-24 threaded stud in lieu of the integral knob across all Turbo models.

 

[DiOrioMFG]

I am experiencing some issues closing the bolt on my 22 benchrest rifle. Closing the bolt is not as smooth as other rifles.
I would like to try a clamp on bolt. The Rigel universal clamp on looks like a good thing to try. I think the action is just a bit too tight and when I cycle the action, before I take my next shot I usually have to make too many adjustments to get on target.
I am thinking about sending it out to have the original knob removed, and having it threaded to accept other bolt knobs.
Just looking for what the members might have to say about this.
Thank you,
Gene from Pa.

A replacement handle could be supplied with a 5/16”-24 threaded end for your V1. You can contact us by calling 540-438-1870 or by email sales@dioriomfg.com if interested.

 

[golfer2b2000]

The action is not too tight. Two issues, first, I suspect the smith chambered to engrave. Second, unless you are well versed, you may be dealing with carbon build in the throat.
In either case, you need to push on the end of the bolt to fully seat the round when you chamber and allow it to cam over without the force, not a huge deal once you learn a two step deal.
I’d guess it closes easily on an empty chamber.

After a dozen or so firings, I did find out that if I pushed on the back of the bolt it was easier to seat the round into the chamber. Your right, and I could easily make this a two step process.
Still closing the bolt on an empty chamber is still a bit stout. Not all that bad though, but still stout. I believe the bolt handle should be a bit bigger, but again I think everyone has their own flavour on that.

 

[golfer2b2000]

A replacement handle could be supplied with a 5/16”-24 threaded end for your V1. You can contact us by calling 540-438-1870 or by email sales@dioriomfg.com if interested.

I will definitly give you a call on this. I would really like to be able to change the bolt knob to whatever configuration I want. Thank you

 

[PNW Skipper]

Have you checked the action screws torque? I have read that it is possible to mismatch the torque enough to actually distort the bolt channel in the receiver and adversely effect the smoothness of bolt travel on some RFBR rifles.

 

[Todd Earhart]

Have you checked the action screws torque? I have read that it is possible to mismatch the torque enough to actually distort the bolt channel in the receiver and adversely effect the smoothness of bolt travel on some RFBR rifles.

This post reminded me of something. Make positive your rear takedown screw is not contacting the bolt.
Todd

 

[Rwfish]

My original Flash Turbo is also difficult to close. This is a typical trait of the early design for this PAS (Pin Around Spring) action. The small bolt handle/knob does seem to make it more difficult. I’ve thought a couple times of ordering a threaded unit from Diorio but a bit pricey so I live with it.

 

[Liven The Dream]

Try the Bolt Fluter on this site in Oregon. He may be able to thread your Bolt Handle and He sells Knobs ????

Don

 

[PWNolan]

Is the FP spring too heavy?

 

[Tad_Earhart]

If it is tight to close on an empty chamber, there is a fair chance it has some cock on close from the trigger hanger being a little to far back. This will make things pretty hard to close when it is compounded with trying to seat the bullet home through the engraving.

Tad

 

[golfer2b2000]

Try the Bolt Fluter on this site in Oregon. He may be able to thread your Bolt Handle and He sells Knobs ????

Don

I used the "bolt fluter" last year on a couple of my remingtons. Very pleased with his work. It's very possible that I will do this with this rifle, but I just got it and would like to play with it a while before winter sets in. Then probably send it in to him. Going to try and reach the manufacturer of the Turbo action today and see if he can change the bolt. I highly doubt if he can do that without the whole action, and I am not really interested in taking the gun completely apart.

 

[golfer2b2000]

If it is tight to close on an empty chamber, there is a fair chance it has some cock on close from the trigger hanger being a little to far back. This will make things pretty hard to close when it is compounded with trying to seat the bullet home through the engraving.

Tad

Not being a benchrest shooter,(yet), I really dont know what "too tight" is. I just learned what "engraving" is the other day.
Operating one of my centerfire benchrest rifles I am pretty much able to remain on the target while I am empting a fired case and chambering a fresh one. Not true on a rimfire benchrest. Again, I am told that this is where accuracy lies also.

 

[Tad_Earhart]

Not being a benchrest shooter,(yet), I really dont know what "too tight" is. I just learned what "engraving" is the other day.
Operating one of my centerfire benchrest rifles I am pretty much able to remain on the target while I am empting a fired case and chambering a fresh one. Not true on a rimfire benchrest. Again, I am told that this is where accuracy lies also.

You are correct in that a person does not need to have the gun getting upset in the rest while trying to open and close the bolt. Especially in a bag setup. Your rifle is likely very capable of getting to that point but it may need some adjustments to get there. Just keep in mind the adjustments in this area wont just affect gun handling. Regardless, the gun needs to be able to be handled in some sort of decent way to be able to shoot it.

 

[golfer2b2000]

I believe I call this, and so do others...REPEATABILITY!!

 

[DiOrioMFG]

I used the "bolt fluter" last year on a couple of my remingtons. Very pleased with his work. It's very possible that I will do this with this rifle, but I just got it and would like to play with it a while before winter sets in. Then probably send it in to him. Going to try and reach the manufacturer of the Turbo action today and see if he can change the bolt. I highly doubt if he can do that without the whole action, and I am not really interested in taking the gun completely apart.

We would not need the entire action or rifle. You could either provide a few precise measurements to us so we could supply a new handle or simply send the bolt assembly to us. You’ll need a disassembly tool to break down the bolt, if you prefer to just send the handle only to us. We have tools in stock if you need one.

 

[golfer2b2000]

We would not need the entire action or rifle. You could either provide a few precise measurements to us so we could supply a new handle or simply send the bolt assembly to us. You’ll need a disassembly tool to break down the bolt, if you prefer to just send the handle only to us. We have tools in stock if you need one.

I appreciate you reaching out to me on this issue. I will get in touch with you on this issue when the weather keeps me from getting out to the range.
Thank you!