Chris C, You seem to be quite methodical in your pursuit of accuracy.
If you don't mind I'll make a few suggestions.
The stock screw tension can vary between stocks. 30lbs is Ruger's spec. On my target builds I've ranged from 22-28 and have even "tuned it" from day to day based on temperature. I have an extremely accurate WIHA TORQUE WRENCH
Before you "bed" try a simple shim made from plastic/vinyl of a plastic bleach bottle. 1-2 thicknesses produced 7-9 lbs of up pressure on mine and made a huge difference. Yeah, you'll have to re-sight your scope.
There are also aftermarket special V blocks to reduce or eliminate barrel drop on a heavy bull barrel.
The usual after market hammer and sometimes sear can help as well.
Lastly choice of ammo is critical! CCI, Mini Mags, Fed Auto Match or if you really feel extravagant Wolf Match and the like can make a night and day difference.
Good luck!
If you don't mind I'll make a few suggestions.
The stock screw tension can vary between stocks. 30lbs is Ruger's spec. On my target builds I've ranged from 22-28 and have even "tuned it" from day to day based on temperature. I have an extremely accurate WIHA TORQUE WRENCH
Before you "bed" try a simple shim made from plastic/vinyl of a plastic bleach bottle. 1-2 thicknesses produced 7-9 lbs of up pressure on mine and made a huge difference. Yeah, you'll have to re-sight your scope.
There are also aftermarket special V blocks to reduce or eliminate barrel drop on a heavy bull barrel.
The usual after market hammer and sometimes sear can help as well.
Lastly choice of ammo is critical! CCI, Mini Mags, Fed Auto Match or if you really feel extravagant Wolf Match and the like can make a night and day difference.
Good luck!