A few years ago, I bought a new Rem 700 Mtn. It's a beautiful rifle, shoots well, and generally does what it's supposed to. Unfortunately, Remington (like so many other modern firearm manufacturers) has clearly cut some corners in order to stay competitive.

I don't want to start a gripe session about the demise of the firearms industry or the loss of the good ol' days. What bothers me most about the 700 is the pot metal trigger guard and floorplate, and the three-piece bolt assembly.

Does anyone know if there are aftermarket (or factory) steel replacements available for the pot metal parts? Any danger in swapping out the bolt for an older one-piece unit?