Author Topic: Strange and unexpected.... (Read 592 times)

drdougrx · « **on:** February 11, 2006, 12:31:55 PM »

Hi All,

About 4 or 5 years ago I bought a Rem BDL SS in 375HH. I read somewhere or other that the factory tupperware stock was hollow and should be filled with spray-in foam insulation from a can to deal with this problem. So...I went and got some, took off the recoil pad and happily sprayed away until the whole stock was filled.

Fast forward to today. I load up a buch of 300gr NoslerP's and head to the range. I shoot two groups and the recoil pad starts to move. What the hell?

I give it a tug and off it comes. Seems the screws that hold the pad to the stock were completely rusted right through. Had a heck of a job getting the broken ends out.

I'd attribute the rust to these screws and only to these screws to the moisture and or acidity in the insulation. Anyone else have this happen?

Shorty · « **Reply #1 on:** February 12, 2006, 12:14:07 PM »

Doug,
That's almost funny. :wink:
Being that that foam is meant for holes in your house, I guess there is no need for a disclaimer for use around ferrous material. :wink:

gunnut69 · « **Reply #2 on:** February 12, 2006, 07:58:09 PM »

Replace those screws with stainless screws from the local home supply or hardware store. Your problem will be over. PS- I've used the same technique with no problems..

drdougrx · « **Reply #3 on:** February 13, 2006, 02:08:06 PM »

Hi Guys,

Done!

Thanks!