Just picked up a classic SS in 270 WSM and the trigger is way too heavy. I was considering a timney, but would like so feedback on aftermaket triggers others have used. This is my first M70, I'm usually a Remington guy, but the M70 was the only rifle chambered in this awesome 270 WSM. The stock will also need replacement, any suggestions besides Mcmillan, I cannot afford one.

MOA,
The Winchester trigger is VERY easy to adjust for weight of pull.

See this link for instructions: M70 trigger

As for stocks, I like the H-S Precision classic style sporter. I think you can get them for ~$250 from Midway, and they don't require 'glass bedding, although some guys do it anyway.

George

Thanks George, I looked on Midway's site and they only have the HS varmint stock. I'll try to find a sporter. Those directions for the trigger look good, easy enough for me.

MOA,

The M-70 triggers that I have seen so far have been easy to adjust. This site may also help http://www.snipercountry.com/Articles/AdjustingWinTrigger.htm

What don't you like about the stock? I have never owned a plastic stocked rifle and have only seen them in a gun shop.

Don, Thanks for the link. I want a new stock for a couple reasons. For one, ever since I bought my sendero I've been spoiled by the feel of the HS precision stock. I like the way they look also. Not to mention the full length bedding block. The factory stock just doesn't feel right, it reminds me of the piece of jusk that came on my last 10/22. Need I say more?

MOA,

I ask as I ordered a M-70 Stainless Classic. While I have an opnion on almost everything the plastic stocks are new to me and I know nothing about them.

I think that I will make the factory stock do as I have other rifles. This Stainless WSM will just be a rainy day rifle and fun at the range.

Don~
I have a number of SS Classic M70's. On only one did I keep the factory stock and I did quite of bit of work on it in order to keep it. On the rest, I've replaced the stocks with Brown Precision kevlars, except one on which I put on an MPI. The latter isn't shaped to my liking and was a piece of trash when I received it. It had to almost be rebuilt to use it.

From the recoil lug back the factory stocks are OK if you bed the lug and the action but they are a pain to do as most bedding compounds don't stick well. Bosses need to be drilled into the stock to insure good grip of the bedding. The fore end flexs significantly and if you free float the barrel, you need to make sure there is enough clearance to allow the flexing and still not touch the barrel to affect the shots. I learned this the hard way. If you don't free float then it's necessary to stiffen the fore end in order that this same flex doesn't impact the shooting. On the positive side, the material is tough and hides rough use very well.