JoeB
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Post by JoeB on Oct 27, 2004 19:11:09 GMT -5
I no this has been discused awhile back but at the time i thought I was O.K. with my set up but broke my good ramrod today and need a GOOD UN. Any suggestions?
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Post by edge on Oct 27, 2004 19:18:37 GMT -5
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Post by Predator II on Oct 27, 2004 19:22:25 GMT -5
:)Went to Lowe's bought a piece of 3/8ths solid aluminum rod sanded it down until it fit the ramrod thimble and hollowed out the end to fit my bullets. Knurled the other end. I drilled a shallow hole in my short starter to fit the end to push with. Easier on the hand.
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JoeB
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Post by JoeB on Oct 27, 2004 19:49:43 GMT -5
thanks predator11 I was thinking in that direction. I can get some solid and take to work and work it the lathe. thanks again
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Post by Mel Taylor on Oct 27, 2004 20:31:13 GMT -5
If you need one immediately and have nothing available locally, go to Wally World and get a 3 piece Outers Universal All Gauge Shotgun Cleaning Rod. Loc-tite the middle section and the bottom section together. This will give you an aluminum rod about 22-1/2 inches long (just a tad longer than the Savage barrel. I've had no trouble seating seat both SST's and XTP's with the ones I use. For cleaning I screw the top section on to make a full length rod and use shotgun brushes and swabs.
I started using one of these when I bought my first 10ML in late 2000 because nothing was available locally. I'm still using it and bought another one just like it for my second Savage. Initially, I used a short starter with a hole drilled in the round knob to fit the end of the rod and save my palm.
Eventually, I had a machinist buddy cut and rethread the rods so they are a little shorter than the Savage barrels. Later yet, I cut off and modified the top section ( the part with the tee handle) to serve as a short starter/palm saver.
Mel
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Post by ma on Oct 28, 2004 13:26:52 GMT -5
These nice folks will make an aluminum or brass rod to any specs you desire for about $15 plus shipping. Will be on your door in less than a week. www.warrenmuzzleloading.com |
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JoeB
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Post by JoeB on Oct 28, 2004 16:47:37 GMT -5
Thanks guys for the suggestions  |
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Post by Groundhog on Oct 28, 2004 19:39:28 GMT -5
A power rod makes all the difference in the world. It was a challenge to load with the factory rod, but I have seen the light. My factory rod is now a cleaning rod only.
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JoeB
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Post by JoeB on Nov 5, 2004 5:01:14 GMT -5
Got a power rod and I like it  It works great thanks guys for the help |
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Post by Underclocked on Nov 5, 2004 11:14:36 GMT -5
Just pointing out another source for good ramrod material - www.onlinemetals.com/ - if you need some rod. |
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black3
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Post by black3 on Nov 5, 2004 19:50:16 GMT -5
Guys,
I am also ordering a Power Rod from xssights. I also e-mailed them about sanding off the black finish on the rod to match the stainless barrel on my MLBSS-II. The guy said that the reason that they have the black anodized finish is to procect the rod from the corrosive
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black3
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Post by black3 on Nov 5, 2004 19:53:55 GMT -5
Sorry guys. I hit post by accident  Anyway, he said that the reason that they have the black finish is to protect the rod from the corrosive effects of black powder. He also said that it is fine to sand the finish off to match the stainless barrel. So now we can have the best of both worlds. Great ramrod and great looks too. black3 |
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KS
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Post by KS on Nov 6, 2004 15:30:32 GMT -5
black 3, don't know what industry you have near you but in my area we have several metal finishing shops. Most of these places could take the bare aluminum rod and strip the black anodizing off then redo it in clear anodizing, some will even do it in mat or polished. If you know a machinist some of them will know of a metal finisher in your area. And now that I have seen how it looks I think I will be get one made up also. KS
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Post by hugh on Nov 6, 2004 21:25:10 GMT -5
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black3
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Post by black3 on Nov 7, 2004 8:05:20 GMT -5
KS, Thanks for the tip. I'll check around to see what is available. I don't mind a little elbow grease, but to get a clear anodized finish would be nice. black3 |
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Post by SW on Nov 7, 2004 9:30:28 GMT -5
The Savage 10-ML2 only comes in 50 cal. |
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It works great thanks guys for the help
