waaaaaaa......

 

Can you post a pic?

With one of the stocks I have, the modules (tried all six) require a pretty firm smack on the butt for them to seat fully (with holes properly aligned for sling stud).

The tight fit, to me is a good thing, and I don't think it's a defect, just a fact of life with molded products (tolerance stacking). They don't come off the line as matched sets.

 

The high module that I received with my RAR would not fit properly into the slot on the stock. I had to pound quite hard with a wooden mallet to make it slide in and fit properly. Once it was in and a scope was mounted I didn't like the allinment. So I pounded it out and reinstalled the low module. It slid in easily. The low module is a better allingment for me with a scope.

In my opinion the high mount will never see the light of day on my RAR.

FOR SALE: High mount module for River American Rimfire.

 

I have changed back & forth between stock modules several times trying to make up my mind which one I liked best, and as 9x19 states, it takes a pretty solid bump to get the module fitted in place to accept the sling stud. Likewise, it takes a pretty good tap to remove it. I also consider that a good thing in order to keep the stock module snugly fitted.

 

I have three different models. I have swapped stocks on all of them, and none of them were misaligned or hard to get on or off.

 

My experience over the years is that Ruger will take care of you. I have had to send stuff in so that it could be exchanged and have not received any reimbursement for shipping. I have received free mags and ballcaps for my trouble. You upset over shipping? Blood pressure pills are more expensive.

 

" Blood pressure pills are more expensive"

They are only $4 at Walmart. I'm going on three weeks since I was told that Ruger would notify me when my RAR was to be shipped.

 

Thanks for the replies guys, also should have noted, I tried with a rubber mallet to install the high comb module, no luck.

Here is a pic of the low comb module- fits perfect:

High Comb module:

Chard: yes I am upset about having to pay shipping, for something that should have never left the factory or should be 100% replaced by the manufacturer- IMO...and the fact that I will have downtime waiting for a replacement.

 

Chard: yes I am upset about having to pay shipping, for something that should have never left the factory or should be 100% replaced by the manufacturer- IMO...and the fact that I will have downtime waiting for a replacement.

In and ideal world it would not leave the factory. You purchased a entry level rimfire rifle. A bad one slips out the door occasionally. Not much QC on a entry priced anything. I am sure they will take care of you.

 

As the old saying goes, a picture is worth a 1000 words. That's weird.

 

I agree, that one looks like something went wrong in the molding process.

I'd call Ruger again, and ask if they want to see the pics... or would prefer you post them on all the gun forums you belong to.

 

Ruger needs to see the pics, no way you should have to pay for shipping. That comb looks bad, should never have been shipped.

 

I bet ruger would just send a new stock module if they saw those pics.

 

Thanks for the helpful input guys, sorry the image quality sucks but glad to see you guys can see my issue.

I'll call RUGER up tomorrow and reply back with their answer.

 

Five minutes with some 200 grit sandpaper will fix that right up, but if it makes you feel better send it back.

 

What would you sand?

 

What the......... That's way off. Surely Ruger will ship you a new one without returning the gun. Or at least ship the butt only back. And of course Ruger should pay all the shipping. I have a Ruger takedown that I had for 7 months and ruger paid to ship it both ways (they replaced the gun).

 

Just tried all four of my modules and though they fit slightly differently, if say they fit fine.

 

My HC3R magazine fit too tight in my RAR so I sanded it...I'd hate to have to send it back for a stock issue.

 

Just went and changed mine out; no problems, no hammer needed.

Ruger did very good with the design.

Doc

 

Todays Update: Ruger C.S. wants me to ship back the rifle and modules so they can inspect it. They will pay shipping both ways for it.

Only downside is the inconvenience and downtime for me.

 

Todays Update: Ruger C.S. wants me to ship back the rifle and modules so they can inspect it. They will pay shipping both ways for it.

I firmly believe Ruger wants as many problem rifles as possible back @ the mother ship for 2 purposes.

1. Fix the issue and make the customer happy.

2. Figure out exactly what went wrong and why it went wrong. Then, insure that doesn't happen again. If it's a vendor-supplied part, get on the vendor.

It may seem Ruger is spending a lot of $$ in shipping, but consider this: Ruger rolled this one out w/o a pre-introduction publicity blitz. Publicity cost folding $$. Shipping is cheap by comparison.

SIDEBAR: I put a 1" long X 3/4" wide strip of masking tape across the hole where the 10-32 nut sits in my stock modules. Changing modules has not torn the tape. Now the nut can't drop out. :t

 

I ran across this as well with one I was inspecting at my LGS. The comb would not fit and was apparent there was a serious issue with molding.

The others I handled were fine.

 

I figured CS would want the unit back in their hands. Hopefully you wont be with out your rifle for very long.

UM44: Thanks for the tip on the masking tape. I used electrical tape on the module that is not installed to keep the nut from getting lost.

Doc

 

Happy they are taking care of it for you.

Tape's a good idea... I went with a gallon-sized zip-lock bag (one bag holds both modules).

 

I agree that Ruger should be watching Rimfire Central concerning the RAR. There is more discussion and information being shared on this forum than anywhere else. I also have used tape (scotch) to hold the sling stud nut in the module. Also found you could remove the nut and rotate it some to make the sling stud snug up more tightly when installing it.

I just couldn't believe that a module could be that far off until I saw the photo provided by the OP.

 

Mass produced molded plastics, it happens and as usual what Ruger does about it is the real test, better they never got out but…….

 

I don't know, if you look at how the top of the stock lines up with the module, it looks perfect, but the rear of the stock doesn't line up with the module. If somehow you could reposition the module to line up with the rear of the stock, then the top wouldn't line up. I don't know if my reasoning makes sense, but it appears to me that the module is truly messed up. I think if Ruger had just sent a new module, all would be good.

 

I agree. The angle on that module is way off. These things do not bend easily, so there is no way that is just being held back by flashing.

I think it was cooled improperly, or held in a bad position while cooling, during the manufacturing process.

With the being said, I would try dipping it in some boiling water and see how much how I could get it move. If it shows signs of giving, I would install it hot. It should take the form of the receiving end as it cools, with the swivel in place.

A lot of guys were doing that with Glocks, in order to get rid of the "pig nose" or turned up dust cover many of them came with out of the factory, a while back.

 

After all the feed, magazine, sight, bedding, module and other problems being reported, I've lost enthusiasm for a future rimfire RAR. Got that, Ruger?

 

Just checked.... they say they'll miss your money, but hope to make it anyway.

Seriously... pick a brand/model specific forum on this site where no issues are reported, then buy all of those you can find... I suspect your money is safe.