Your hinged floorplate may pop out after fire if it is not adjusted properly. The floorplate can be adjusted in or out using the adjustment screw located on the release lever. Turn the firearm upside-down with the muzzle facing away from you. Using the adjustment screw, adjust the floorplate until it is flush with the hinged floorplate frame, then turn the adjustment screw approximately 1/4 turn counter clockwise. This will adjust the floorplate out from the frame slightly. When finished you should have about a 1/4 inch of play when you push in on the rear of the floorplate, if adjusted properly.
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- Where do I find information on older model Savage products?
- Where can I send my firearm for warranty repairs in Canada?
- Where can I buy parts for my Savage firearm?
- I need an owner's manual for my current model Savage firearm. Where can I get one?
- Do I need a return authorization number to return my firearm for service?
- Why can't the trigger housing be installed on my A17?
- Why is it difficult to install the trigger housing retaining pin on my A17?
- Why is the dust cover difficult to put back on my A17?
- Are the front and rear action screw on the A17 the same?
- Does the A17 action stay open after the last shot?