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CDI Bottom Metal w/ AI Mag – HELP!
Hello all,
I currently have my gunsmith working on my T3 Varmint installing CDI bottom metal, AI mag, and dropping into McMillan A5. I am attempting to use 300wm mags for this rifle which is a 6.5×55 in order to allow the use of long bullets. The feed lips on the mag simply require a bit of tweaking, no big deal so far.
Here's the problem… When I ordered the 300wm magazine, the dealer sent me the wrong mag; he sent a 338 mag. After a bit of internet research, I believe that the AI 338 mag and the AI 300wm mag have the same outside dimensions; so bonus, that shouldn't be an issue.
My major issue is this – when the CDI bottom metal is attached, the AI magazine will not physically fit into the action of my rifle! I am not sure what is going on, but the bottom metal is a Tikka LA, it mounts perfectly to the barreled action; but the mag will not fit…
Parts Breakdown;
– Tikka T3 Varmint 6.5×55 Barreled Action
– CDI Tikka T3 Long Action Bottom Metal
– AI 338 Mag
– McMillan A5 StockHere are a couple pics of the issue which illustrate exactly what is going on;
I am unsure of what to do here, as I had understood that this setup should work… Even CDI has pictures on their site of a T3 with a long action bottom metal and mag installed. I am desperately seeking assistance from anyone who can offer help and/or advice.
Thank you.
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