Changing bolt head [Archive]

KTP

12-01-2013, 12:36 AM

If I'm going to change from a .473 to a .378 bolt face will the only thing I need be a new bolt head? Will all other parts swap in OK?

stangfish

12-01-2013, 01:57 AM

You may have an extractor issue. I have the parts to look at but the shop is closed for today sorry.

bootsmcguire

12-01-2013, 02:25 AM

The ejector is the same, some people say the extractor is different, some say its the same. I have measured both as I have removed from rifles and I don't see a difference between them. I'd switch it all over and see if it works for you. All of mine have so far.

Bike Effects

12-01-2013, 12:36 PM

I did this. I bought an extra extra extractor spring and ball. Savage told me the extractors are the same.

pahoghunter

12-01-2013, 08:35 PM

So what do I do if I want to go from a .243 to 6PPC is there a bolt head swap or do I have to buy the .223 bolt head and have it modified?
I just saw where PT&G makes bolt heads for Savage long and short actions, maybe I will give them a call. Has anyone used any of these?

Bike Effects

12-02-2013, 10:28 PM

So what do I do if I want to go from a .243 to 6PPC is there a bolt head swap or do I have to buy the .223 bolt head and have it modified?
I just saw where PT&G makes bolt heads for Savage long and short actions, maybe I will give them a call. Has anyone used any of these?

i was going to use PTG Bolt heads but found bad reviews. Also, when I called the bolts are made only after your purchase. Phone person NOT technical.

earl39

12-02-2013, 10:58 PM

So what do I do if I want to go from a .243 to 6PPC is there a bolt head swap or do I have to buy the .223 bolt head and have it modified?
I just saw where PT&G makes bolt heads for Savage long and short actions, maybe I will give them a call. Has anyone used any of these?
Just get the 7.62x39 bolt head. You can get one from gun shack.