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    LRPV barrel/caliber swap


    Hey guys,

    So after a lot of research and shopping, I've happened into a like new LRPV

    It's .223 Rt bolt, left port single shot 1 in 7"

    My only hesitation is that I REALLY wanted 6BR, but it was a great deal that I couldn't pass up.

    So here's the question - how easy/difficult/impossible would it be to make this a switch barrel rig or a permanent 6BR?

    From what I understand all I need to do is get a new barrel and bold head, is that accurate?

    I have a crazy idea of making this a "switch barrel" am I dreaming big here?

    Any input is GREATLY appreciated.

    Thanks guys,

    -J

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    LRPV barrel/caliber swap

    Also posted in barrel section (wasn't sure where I'd get the right eyes)

    Hey guys,

    So after a lot of research and shopping, I've happened into a like new LRPV

    It's .223 Rt bolt, left port single shot 1 in 7"

    My only hesitation is that I REALLY wanted 6BR, but it was a great deal that I couldn't pass up.

    So here's the question - how easy/difficult/impossible would it be to make this a switch barrel rig or a permanent 6BR?

    From what I understand all I need to do is get a new barrel and bold head, is that accurate?

    I have a crazy idea of making this a "switch barrel" am I dreaming big here?

    Any input is GREATLY appreciated.

    Thanks guys,

    -J

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    Re: LRPV barrel/caliber swap

    no problem ,buy the parts &tools &swap

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    Re: LRPV barrel/caliber swap

    Sounds to me like you have it about right. Just make sure you get the proper bolt head for that left port ( i think the R bolt L port guns have a special or different one). A lot of people do switch barrel rigs. Me, so far I have been trying to keep one barrel on one action, and I guess as long as I can continue to afford recievers and stocks to go along with the barrels then thats what i'll do. I personally like having a dedicated rig, but I am planning to move out to the country in the next couple of years once I find the place that suits me and I imagine that when I am somewhere where i can shoot all i want a switch barrel rig will just kinda happen .
    204, 22 K-Hornet, 222, 223, 22-250, 22-250AI, 6BR, 243, 243AI, 6-06, 6-WSM, 250-3000AI, 270, 7-08, 7RM, 30BR, 308, 30-06, 375 H&H, 444 Marlin, 450BM, 458WM

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    Re: LRPV barrel/caliber swap

    A left hand bolt head is what you need for your swap. I have three barrels for LRPV, 6BR, 22-250AI and 7mm SAUM. Changing from one to the next is easy.

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    Re: LRPV barrel/caliber swap

    Awesome! Glad I wasn't too far off base. Thanks for the replies!

    Any suggestions for parts? I hear of Sharp Shooter Supply, haven't dealt with them yet.

    Are there big headspacing issues with switching barrels? Or just screw it on?

    Do I have a "large shank" or "small shank" receiver?

    Thanks!

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    Re: LRPV barrel/caliber swap

    What do I need?

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    Re: LRPV barrel/caliber swap

    Please do not double post questions.
    Thank you.

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    Re: LRPV barrel/caliber swap

    Sorry.. wasn't sure where to post the question.

    What would I need to do when switching barrels?

    I'm not clear on "headspace"

    Would this need measured each time?

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    Re: LRPV barrel/caliber swap

    Yes you would have to headspace each time you change barrels. Headspace gauges or full length sized brass is needed to do this. Do a search on here, I know there are several threads about How To Headspace.
    204, 22 K-Hornet, 222, 223, 22-250, 22-250AI, 6BR, 243, 243AI, 6-06, 6-WSM, 250-3000AI, 270, 7-08, 7RM, 30BR, 308, 30-06, 375 H&H, 444 Marlin, 450BM, 458WM

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    Re: LRPV barrel/caliber swap



    what happens if you do it wrong.
    .223 Rem AI, .22-250 AI, .220 Swift AI .243 Win AI, .6mm Rem AI, .257 Rob AI, .25-06 AI, 6.5x300wsm .30-06 AI, .270 STW, 7mm STW, 28 nosler, .416 Taylor

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