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Offline Danny

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« on: September 06, 2004, 02:08:16 AM »
I have a .30-06 barrel for my TCR that I can't get to chamber a cartridge, or even a sized case. It seems like the extractor is riding so high that the cartridge can't get past it. Any suggestions on how to fix it?

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« Reply #1 on: September 06, 2004, 12:05:08 PM »
Call Thompson, and arrange to send it back. They are great about warranty work, and will most likely fix this for free, even if you bought it used.
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« Reply #2 on: September 08, 2004, 03:05:27 AM »
This may be a simple fix. I had a barrel where the extractor got bent upwards and did the same thing. The extractor is easily removed (remove the screw on the bottom of the monoblock and pull it out). Then you can tell if the extractor is bent; if so, it's easily bent back straight the way it belongs. BTW, this happens when trying to eject a tight case, so full length sizing and reasonable loads are best for the TCR.
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« Reply #3 on: September 09, 2004, 02:46:03 PM »
gewehrfreund,

Congratulations on your long range gunsmithing skills! I looked and the extractor was bent. I have just recently bought this barrel, and haven't got to fire it yet because of the extractor. Now, how do I bend that thing? I tried putting it in my bench vise and it helped, but it didn't cure it.

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Danny
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« Reply #4 on: September 10, 2004, 02:27:39 AM »
Danny,
As I stated before, you'll need to remove the extractor from the monoblock by backing out the set screw on the bottom of the barrel, just ahead of the lug area. It should slide right out and you can then easily tell when it has been bent back straight. Take care.
Lance
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« Reply #5 on: September 10, 2004, 01:04:48 PM »
I took the extractor out, put it in a vise and tried to straighten it out. It worked some, but I was wondering if there was a better way.

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Danny
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« Reply #6 on: September 13, 2004, 02:24:43 AM »
Not that I'm aware of. Trying to straighten it out while it's still attached to the barrel is definitely not the way to do it though. Take care.
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« Reply #7 on: September 13, 2004, 07:54:20 AM »
Be very careful working on aTCR.Thompson/ Center has no parts at all available. I called once looking for a rear sight and was told by a customer service manager that everything involved with the TCR was lost in the fire including their entire parts inventory. Good luck.I love mine and wish I had more barrels.
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« Reply #8 on: October 09, 2004, 04:13:57 PM »
so much for tc lifetime warenty.. i have a tcr and called tc about fixing the out of round chamber no no no!!! tough potatoes we don't have any parts reamers jigs you are sol.. :D
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Offline riddleofsteel

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« Reply #9 on: October 24, 2004, 06:05:30 AM »
The TCR rifle is a classic and interesting design. I had a very bad experience with one but it is not related to this thread.
However, you may be able to get some help from SSK Industries. They made up a barrel for my TCR years ago. They also can fabricate many parts for both Contenders and Encores.
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« Reply #10 on: October 27, 2004, 08:09:29 PM »
You know, you guys just burst my bubble, when you talked about TCs entire spare parts inventory going up in the fire.  I carry a TCR-83 and love it.  I have 12 barrels for it and shoot them all.  My favorites are the .243, 30-06, and .338 Win Mag.  The 12ga barrel also sees a lot of action on birds.  Now you have me wondering "If I brake it can I get it fixed?"
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« Reply #11 on: November 21, 2004, 01:47:34 PM »
I was looking over some of the posts on TCR's and happen to stumble across this post. I knew about the fire that TC had several years ago and I'm not doubting anyones word as far as parts inventory is concerned.
 I broke my action lever that sits on top of the receiver this past spring and TC fixed it free of charge. I was doubtful they would service the rifle, but it looks like a new part to me. When I called TC about getting it fixed, the woman was quick to say send it in. It did take a few weeks though.
 If the TCR gets trash in the action, by a pierced primer or dumped powder from a bullet seated out too far it will cause problems. This trash can cause the rifle not to fire by not allowing the firing pin to move freely. I have had this happen from a couple of reloading mishaps over the years and TC has fixed it twice. You can remove the stock and use compressed air and to free the action sometimes. But this time the lever broke when I tried to open the action.
 If you cannot get the extractor straight I feel that TC will help. This rifle and a barrel have been back four times and the only problem I have had with TC is that they have a long turnaround. Hope my experieces may shed some light of happiness to fellow TCR owners.
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Stan
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« Reply #12 on: December 15, 2004, 05:27:33 AM »
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I had exactly the same problem with the extractor on my .30-06 barrel.

Removed it from the barrel, placed it on a flat anvil, a few light taps, and VIOLA!

Put it back into it's slot, tightened the screw.

No more problems.
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