Update: I received the newer, smaller bearings. Outer diameter is great. Inner diameter of bearing races is too small and there is no room to machine inner diameter.
So...I need to rethink things.
Question: What would the unintended consequences of machining the rear .62" of the firing pin from its original 6mm diameter to just shy of 5mm diameter so it will fit inside the bearing? It would reduce the mass just a bit, but I can't think of any reason not to do it. If I mess things up, I suppose I can always purchase a new firing pin from Savage for not much money.
I'm not the smartest one on this forum, so I am asking for the benefit of your collective knowledge and experience. Any downside to trying this?
Thanks in advance for your comments.
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