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    Jman1911

    Jman1911

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    Just installed a new Timney trigger in my Rem 700 in 7mm Rem mag and the description says 1.5-4lbs and after installed it won't go lighter than 3lbs. And sometimes the firing pin won't reset... any help would be great!

    Thx in advance!
     
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    JMAN1911 said:
    Just installed a new Timney trigger in my Rem 700 in 7mm Rem mag and the description says 1.5-4lbs and after installed it won't go lighter than 3lbs. And sometimes the firing pin won't reset... any help would be great!

    Thx in advance!
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    Sear engagement is off. (most likely) Also check the trigger/safety doesn't bind in stock.
    Do you have instructions? Can you find the adjustment procedure from Timney?
     
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    Trigger safety doesn't seem to be binding but I'll double check. Instructions don't say much along the lines of adjustment but I did unscrew the trigger weight screw and it didn't go down much in weight but did seem inconsistent once I did that. Haven't looked for Timney procedure yet.
     
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    I would try it out of the stock, according to Timney's adjustment procedure. Then check for binding in the stock.

    I am not up on the Timneys but that sounds like not enough sear engagement.
    I think the sear engagement comes first, then weight, then creep but am just guessing.

    I have a different brand trigger and the spring has to be changed for the weight range.
     
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    I would try it out of the stock, according to Timney's adjustment procedure. Then check for binding in the stock.

    I am not up on the Timneys but that sounds like not enough sear engagement.
    I think the sear engagement comes first, then weight, then creep but am just guessing.

    I have a different brand trigger and the spring has to be changed for the weight range.
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    Ima check a few things before I bring it to a gunsmith.... any recommendations?!
     
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    Problem has be resolved.... trigger was rubbing on side of the trigger gaurd. Once relieved it broke @ 2lbs and reset every time! Appreciate the help guys!
     
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    That's the only thing I ever had to do on a Timney trigger is to slightly relieve the stock or trigger guard to provide clearance. Good luck.
     
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