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Offline rdlange

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What do I use for a reamer extension...
« on: September 01, 2012, 07:03:24 PM »
Want to ream a Glenfield/Marlin 336 to 30-30 AI because I can.  What do I use for a simple, effective extension?  Been using a sparkplug socket as the handle for reaming break open barrels.  Need something longer for the Marlin.

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Re: What do I use for a reamer extension...
« Reply #1 on: September 01, 2012, 08:09:42 PM »
I have handles made to grip the reamer in a square hole with a screw and a cross rod on the other end to use for hand turning.. If it looks to take a bit, remove the barrel and use a lathe.. Depending on clearances a socket (thin wall) and an appropriate extension.
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Re: What do I use for a reamer extension...
« Reply #3 on: September 02, 2012, 05:38:03 AM »
Go to the local hardware store and pick up a Drill Bit Extension. Turn it with a tap handle.

 
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Re: What do I use for a reamer extension...
« Reply #4 on: September 02, 2012, 05:43:09 AM »
Go to the local hardware store and pick up a Drill Bit Extension. Turn it with a tap handle.

+1  ;D   That's what I did throating my 45-120.
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Re: What do I use for a reamer extension...
« Reply #5 on: September 07, 2012, 12:55:34 PM »
Thank you gentleman.  Tim advised me that the GBO 30-30 Ackley reamer comes with a PTG extension already.
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