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Savage Bolt Puzzle

I have a Savage 110 Elite Precision. I'm beginning the process of working up some loads. One of my first steps is to determine the head space so that I can consistently bump the shoulder to the same length. To do so I need to remove the ejectors from the bolt so that they don't influence bolt close pressure. I'm stumped as to how to remove the ejector retaining pin. It appears to be peened off on one end and will not budge when tapped with a punch and hammer. Has anybody encountered this? Solutions? I'm reaIMG_2463.jpgIMG_2464.jpgIMG_2465.jpgdy to head to the local gunsmith.
 
Was this a new rifle of did you buy it used? That pin looks really jacked up. I haven't messed with Savages in some time but looks like someone got pretty rough with a hammer and punch. Most pins usually drive out pretty easy.
 
If an ejector retaining pin gave us trouble we would put bolt (or just the head) in the mill with the punch or a dowel pin in chuck and press it out. Keeps everything lined up.
 
Number one, Use a starter punch, Not a straight punch. Then try hitting it from the un-peened side.

The starter punch should get it moving and then use a straight punch.
Given the condition of pin, someone beat he'll out of that thing. It won't come out easily no matter how you approach it.
Unless you're skilled with hand tools and prepared to deal with some unseen carnage, I'd consider taking it to a good 'smith. A new bolt head, ejector pins, springs and retaining pin may be needed no matter who performs the disassembly.
No way to know until the lid comes off the worm can.
 
I have a small drill bit that I ground the pointy end off. Its much stronger than a punch and you can get pretty rough with it. It has worked several times for me in the past. Worse case if you can't get it out, a replacement isn't to expensive.
 
I have a small drill bit that I ground the pointy end off. Its much stronger than a punch and you can get pretty rough with it. It has worked several times for me in the past. Worse case if you can't get it out, a replacement isn't to expensive.
I personally don't like that approach. Struck with much force, a drill bit will simply break.
A good punch set is a 'compromise' between soft and brittle. But nothing is beyond destruction.
 
Number one, Use a starter punch, Not a straight punch. Then try hitting it from the un-peened side.

The starter punch should get it moving and then use a straight punch.
This, plus put bolt head on something solid that will not give. I use a 3/4" thick metal plate with holes in it to allow the pin to come out into a hole in the plate. Also place the plate on something solid. Plus use a heavy hammer along with the starter punch. A light hammer will tend to bounce and peen the pin larger where it is struck, which further complicates removal. Never had it fail to work with this method.
 
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The Savage ejector pin has a recess machined into it on one side.
This allows the retainer pin to, well retain it, while allowing it to move.
You probably need to push the extractor pins in to release the side tension from the spring that sits below it.

I use a driving block.
Put the case neck into one of the holes and push the bolt head down onto it to push the extractor pins in.
You can kinda finagle putting downward pressure on it and hold a punch with one hand, while a hammer in the other.

Note, the ejector should be taken out periodically for cleaning, otherwise I've seen the ejector pin siezed.

 
I have a Savage 110 Elite Precision. I'm beginning the process of working up some loads. One of my first steps is to determine the head space so that I can consistently bump the shoulder to the same length. To do so I need to remove the ejectors from the bolt so that they don't influence bolt close pressure. I'm stumped as to how to remove the ejector retaining pin. It appears to be peened off on one end and will not budge when tapped with a punch and hammer. Has anybody encountered this? Solutions? I'm reaView attachment 1694400View attachment 1694401View attachment 1694402dy to head to the local gunsmith.
Your bolt head appears to have two ejectors. Here is the method I have used several times. You need a small vise and a fired.45acp case. Put the case in the bolt head and compress the ejector(s). Make sure the pinhole is on top and put something under the head to catch the pin. With the spring compressed the pin should drive out fairly easy. Pdog2225
 

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