It is hard to advise you on a new bolt head without more information on the model year and maybe some pictures of the disassembled rifle, stock and bolt head. I believe the Savage LA bolt head shank length and firing pin hole size have changed over the years. The newer model push feed bolt heads may not work. Check barrel headspace and shoulder length of unfired and fired brass. The firing pin may be pushing the unfired cartridge forward in the chamber resulting in light primer strikes. Get a new bolt head kit (Gun Shack) and replace parts to resolve ejection issues. The small springs weaken and the holes fill with crude over time. I doubt replacing the bolt head is necessary to get your "old rifle running well".
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