Help! Matchmaster 513t

[carbine86]

I just picked up a barreled action for a rem matchmaster 513t the only problem I have is that qhen the bolt is closed it releases the firing pin. What do I need to do to fix this. THANKS.

[danski26]

Sounds like trigger issues. Could be as simple as a broken or weak spring. Could be as major as a complete new trigger needed. If your not comfortable learning all about the trigger and doing it yourself i'd say its gunsmith time. Although....now that I think about it a bit. It's possible the trigger is not held against the action when it is not in the stock. Maybe?

[carbine86]

I want to learn all about it that is why I picked it up. I just don't know where to begin to figure out what needs tombe done. I also only got this for about $50 so if its too far gone I can get more than my money back in parts alone. The barrel has even been relinned and looks brand new.

[HarryT]

I think the 513T has trigger adjustment. Just add a little more sear contact.

[carbine86]

I think the 513T has trigger adjustment. Just add a little more sear contact.
Looks like that screw is tightened down all the way and won't loosen.

[danski26]

Do you ever make it up near Green Bay?

[danski26]

BTW....$50 is a STEAL! no matter what condition!

[DCM]

Carbine86 are you a member of RCLRC?

[carbine86]

Do you ever make it up near Green Bay?
Not very often. Mostly during the cold months for games.

[carbine86]

Carbine86 are you a member of RCLRC?
Yes I am a member of rclrc.

[carbine86]

Took it to the range and strapped it to me shooting rest the mag release isnt installed as I am waiting on the screw for it. Held the mag in to where it should be it fed, shot, and ejected perfectly. I am a happy camper got to take the steel wool to the barrel and action tonight and order some gunkote.

[carbine86]

Got the blueing stripped off now to wait for the stock to get here to decide on a complete coating stock included or just the reciever and barrel. Decisions decisions decisions.:coffeecom

[fourarmed]

Sounds like you got the problem fixed. One thing I found out about the 500 series of rifles: a perfectly safe trigger can be made unsafe just by lubricating it in the wrong place.

[carbine86]

Sounds like you got the problem fixed. One thing I found out about the 500 series of rifles: a perfectly safe trigger can be made unsafe just by lubricating it in the wrong place.
Thanks I will keep that in mind. After I figured out what was wrong and it was fixed I hit the cocked action with my hang pretty hard a few times and the bolt stayed cocked so I am hoping I dont have to worry about it too much anymore.