I stripped 3 of the mount holes in the top of my 10/22 receiver. One hole is stripped worse than the other two, but I think I stripped the other two to the point where they wont be secure for long. I am going to tap the holes to the next bigger size (from 6-48 to 8-40). I think it will actually be a little stronger with the bigger threads anyway.
Here's my question. Can I just tap the receiver over the existing threads, or is it necessary to drill first. I would think with how soft the aluminum is, it would be easy for the tap to rethread without drilling.
I wanted to see what you guys think before I do something else that I am going to regret.
Here's my question. Can I just tap the receiver over the existing threads, or is it necessary to drill first. I would think with how soft the aluminum is, it would be easy for the tap to rethread without drilling.
I wanted to see what you guys think before I do something else that I am going to regret.