06-19-2022, 09:26 PM
Okay it all checks out. Receiver screws were tight but had no Locktite i re-torqued to just over 30# so as not to crack the bottom plastic. Scope to rail screws 20#, all 12 ring screws 18# and 18# on the receiver/rail screws. Using the Wheeler torque driver kit.
The only reason I bought the Howa Mini HB was because my CZ527 went back to the factory and they emailed saying it was unrepairable. The bolt wouldnt close unless there were only 2-3 rounds in the mag, and it was shooting 6-7 groups. They discontinued the 527 so it couldnt be replaced. They offered me a new 600 series of my choice but those were recalled pretty much before they even hit the stores, so I got a refund and bought the Howa. Pretty much back to square one. But I really like this caliber, and I have brass, bullets powder & dies ready to load.
The only reason I bought the Howa Mini HB was because my CZ527 went back to the factory and they emailed saying it was unrepairable. The bolt wouldnt close unless there were only 2-3 rounds in the mag, and it was shooting 6-7 groups. They discontinued the 527 so it couldnt be replaced. They offered me a new 600 series of my choice but those were recalled pretty much before they even hit the stores, so I got a refund and bought the Howa. Pretty much back to square one. But I really like this caliber, and I have brass, bullets powder & dies ready to load.