One thing you'll notice is that this older model on uses a single mounting stud - at the front of the magazine plate. The rear of the plate uses a simple wood screw. I notice on the newer ones, that the rear trigger/magazine screw utilizes a second mounting stud.
Whenever I reassemble my rifle, I always have to take care to center the barrel to make sure it remains free floating. Occasionally, bumping or handling the rifle can move it off center. Can't be good for accuracy, even though the gun is pretty dang accurate.
I'm going to have a closer look and see if I can modify it to use two mounting studs.
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