Building a Range Rod

[Icemanxxxv]

So I have a 5/16ths inch steel rod. I have a 5/16ths inch and a 3/8ths inch ram rod tips. I knew the 5/6ths tip would be to small to tap and thread for the rod and the 3/8ths is too large but just by a wee bit. Loose slip fit. I was thinking my options are file the rod to fit the 5/16ths and thread and or or solder. or just solder the 3/8ths tip on the rod?
Suggestions?

 

[Icemanxxxv]

I have now fit the 5/16ths rod to the tip. Threading is out of the question. Epoxy or solder that is the question?

 

[Pete G]

I would solder and pin.

 

[fleener]

Never epoxy something like this. If it comes loose at the bottom of your barrel, now you got other issues.

Fleener

 

[Rifleman1776]

Epoxy or solder that is the question?

Either approach is fine. With epoxy I would strongly recommend you also cross pin it on. For removal just use heat. Of course, the solder will require more heat than epoxy.

 

[Col. Batguano]

Not only does a cross pin work better, it looks better too. It shows that you are taking the time to hand-perfect a relatively minor part.

Same thing with rivets for the muzzle cap, (though MC's get FAR less stress put on them than RR tips). Glue would probably hold a MC, but the mechanical bond of a rivet makes sure it stays, and adds a point of visual interest.

 

[SDSmlf]

I have now fit the 5/16ths rod to the tip. Threading is out of the question. Epoxy or solder that is the question?

For a 5/16” diameter range rod, why not tap a 10-32 thread into the end of end? You could then thread virtually any type of rod tip (loading or cleaning jags, brushes, or ball pullers for example) directly into your range rod. Anyone that has access to a lathe could do it for you in a matter of minutes.