I just got a pawn shop donor for my project gun and noticed the bolt handle has free play in it for about the first 25% of the lift cycle. After that it engages and feels normal. I haven't fired it yet but it does dry fine just fine. I plan on taking it apart and cleaning and adjusting everthing tonite. What should I look for that would fix this problem? I have adjusted several savage bolts/firing pins through the years and have always followed recommended specs of around .035 for protusion and 2.6" for LA spring length with no problems. Is there some tweaking I can do to fix this? It is an older .223 built on a long action.

Thanks,,,,Floyd