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Posted: 3/23/2016 8:41:04 AM EDT
[Last Edit: RTUtah]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman: I built my first two without owning a vice.  Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Originally Posted By secretwheelman: Originally Posted By dangerdan: The Army loves specific data.I'm sure they have 3 volumes of books with 1600 pages each describing why there needs to be specific torque values a d their testing methods. I bet most of the people who assembled their own uppers used a torque wrench, but did not achieve the torque value on their wrench when it popped. In reality, if you screw the barrel nut hand tight, and then use the wrench to align to the first or second hole thay aligns, you'll be within torque spec. Set the wrench to 80 ft lbs and line up a hole. I have literally never used a torque wrench.  lol, this is the kinda shady gunsmithing I'm talking about, y'all. Hell yeah.   |
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Posted: 3/23/2016 8:56:41 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman:
I built my first two without owning a vice.
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By dangerdan:
The Army loves specific data.I'm sure they have 3 volumes of books with 1600 pages each describing why there needs to be specific torque values a d their testing methods. I bet most of the people who assembled their own uppers used a torque wrench, but did not achieve the torque value on their wrench when it popped. In reality, if you screw the barrel nut hand tight, and then use the wrench to align to the first or second hole thay aligns, you'll be within torque spec. Set the wrench to 80 ft lbs and line up a hole. I have literally never used a torque wrench.
I don't know how y'all get any kind of accuracy out of your guns. 
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Posted: 3/23/2016 9:46:04 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah: I have literally never used a torque wrench. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah: Originally Posted By secretwheelman: Originally Posted By dangerdan: The Army loves specific data.I'm sure they have 3 volumes of books with 1600 pages each describing why there needs to be specific torque values a d their testing methods. I bet most of the people who assembled their own uppers used a torque wrench, but did not achieve the torque value on their wrench when it popped. In reality, if you screw the barrel nut hand tight, and then use the wrench to align to the first or second hole thay aligns, you'll be within torque spec. Set the wrench to 80 ft lbs and line up a hole. I have literally never used a torque wrench. |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 3/23/2016 10:49:44 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By plante74:
"Yyyyyyyup that feels pretty close to 35lbs" Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By plante74:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By dangerdan:
The Army loves specific data.I'm sure they have 3 volumes of books with 1600 pages each describing why there needs to be specific torque values a d their testing methods. I bet most of the people who assembled their own uppers used a torque wrench, but did not achieve the torque value on their wrench when it popped. In reality, if you screw the barrel nut hand tight, and then use the wrench to align to the first or second hole thay aligns, you'll be within torque spec. Set the wrench to 80 ft lbs and line up a hole. I have literally never used a torque wrench.
If you used the same amount of force it took to push out an MRE turd you're at about 65lb. No need for torque wrenches, you'll know if it's too loose. |
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Posted: 3/23/2016 12:20:15 PM EDT
[Last Edit: HaveBlue83]
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Small arms repairman in the biz from 2005-2012.....what TQ wrench? 35-85 ish sure....MBD molybdenum disulfide sure tq 3 times sure......i know what the TM says.
And we didnt do it like that LOL. Hold my beer....im doing this once, and im going in dry |
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Posted: 3/23/2016 12:55:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By minion42: I don't know how y'all get any kind of accuracy out of your guns. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By minion42: Originally Posted By secretwheelman: Originally Posted By RTUtah: I have literally never used a torque wrench.  |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 3/23/2016 1:00:46 PM EDT
[#7]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AL1EN:
This upper is the CEOs David Dunlap I got to meet him and hold this upper when I drove down to PRI to pick up my hand guard. Everyone at PRI was awesome and I even got to take a tour of the facilities. Can't say enough good about PRI and there staff. Just luck I only lived 2 hours from them. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AL1EN:
Originally Posted By Tengo1:
And an original MK12 Mod 0 upper at the PRI booth http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc432/Tengo1pics/Shot%20Show/IMG_0621.jpg This upper is the CEOs David Dunlap I got to meet him and hold this upper when I drove down to PRI to pick up my hand guard. Everyone at PRI was awesome and I even got to take a tour of the facilities. Can't say enough good about PRI and there staff. Just luck I only lived 2 hours from them. Great group of guys and font of knowledge regarding the Mk12 and SOPMOD programs. |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 3/23/2016 3:38:44 PM EDT
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Who's got a Mark 4 MR/T they wanna sell me to upgrade their Mod 1 or Holland? The cheaper and more painted the better
the Mod 0 is coming along nicely....
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Posted: 3/23/2016 5:36:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman:
You're among like company. 
<a href="https://flic.kr/p/F9Jbcu" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1445/25696674930_b941d5c26d_o.jpg</a> Probably gonna throw some more brown at it, but I just got tired of seeing it all black in the safe. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By Hunterex:
Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
The giveaway is when you see guys building 3 or 4 of 'em. Or in some cases (and you know who you are ), some guy will build 8 or 9 mk12's and then tear 'em all apart and start over again.
<a href="https://flic.kr/p/F9Jbcu" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1445/25696674930_b941d5c26d_o.jpg</a> Probably gonna throw some more brown at it, but I just got tired of seeing it all black in the safe. Solid. |
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Posted: 3/23/2016 6:13:37 PM EDT
[Last Edit: dangerdan]
[#10]
 red = cut lines |
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Posted: 3/23/2016 7:15:36 PM EDT
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NY, USA
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Posted: 3/23/2016 7:37:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan:
<a href="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/ermey/media/20160323_180749_zpstujwgao5.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20160323_180749_zpstujwgao5.jpg</a> Wow....that came out legit |
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Posted: 3/23/2016 8:45:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20160323_180749_zpstujwgao5.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20160323_180749_zpstujwgao5.jpg Originally Posted By Hunterex: Solid.  Got my tas-1 sling adapters fixed and installed this afternoon.   |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 3/23/2016 8:57:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman:
Hell yeah. Most appreciated.
Got my tas-1 sling adapters fixed and installed this afternoon. <a href="https://flic.kr/p/FAJKuG" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1564/25991015836_a99796dbce_o.jpg</a> <a href="https://flic.kr/p/Fsmu1U" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1618/25896139332_b6cd3cfa2e_o.jpg</a> Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By dangerdan:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20160323_180749_zpstujwgao5.jpg Originally Posted By Hunterex:
Solid.
Got my tas-1 sling adapters fixed and installed this afternoon. <a href="https://flic.kr/p/FAJKuG" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1564/25991015836_a99796dbce_o.jpg</a> <a href="https://flic.kr/p/Fsmu1U" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1618/25896139332_b6cd3cfa2e_o.jpg</a> 
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TX, USA
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Posted: 3/23/2016 9:28:23 PM EDT
[Last Edit: UsubM]
[#15]
I think I've got myself a new desktop background
Took this over the weekend while shooting at 500m 
on Flickr |
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Posted: 3/23/2016 9:44:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By UsubM: I think I've got myself a new desktop background Took this over the weekend while shooting at 500m https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1674/25717166470_225cf35a30_k.jpg on Flickr All hail. |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 3/23/2016 10:14:25 PM EDT
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9 AEM5's at Oakland Tactical.
http://www.scout.com/military/snipers-hide/forums/5554-options-accessories/14638040-allen-engineering-aem5-model-5-suppressor-22-cal-mfg-n230-599 |
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Posted: 3/23/2016 11:36:12 PM EDT
[#18]
What upper and BCG are you guys using for your MK12 Mod 1s? I see that Colt would be correct... but at double the cost.
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KY, USA
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Posted: 3/23/2016 11:44:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Johnson184:
What upper and BCG are you guys using for your MK12 Mod 1s? I see that Colt would be correct... but at double the cost. Colt and Colt 
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Posted: 3/23/2016 11:49:38 PM EDT
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Depends how into it you want to get. Only you will ever see your carrier.
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Posted: 3/23/2016 11:51:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Johnson184: What upper and BCG are you guys using for your MK12 Mod 1s? I see that Colt would be correct... but at double the cost. $80 AIM BCG |
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Posted: 3/23/2016 11:59:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman:
Hell yeah. Most appreciated.
Got my tas-1 sling adapters fixed and installed this afternoon. <a href="https://flic.kr/p/FAJKuG" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1564/25991015836_a99796dbce_o.jpg</a> <a href="https://flic.kr/p/Fsmu1U" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1618/25896139332_b6cd3cfa2e_o.jpg</a> Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By dangerdan:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20160323_180749_zpstujwgao5.jpg Originally Posted By Hunterex:
Solid.
Got my tas-1 sling adapters fixed and installed this afternoon. <a href="https://flic.kr/p/FAJKuG" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1564/25991015836_a99796dbce_o.jpg</a> <a href="https://flic.kr/p/Fsmu1U" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1618/25896139332_b6cd3cfa2e_o.jpg</a> I need that handguard.
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Posted: 3/24/2016 12:27:16 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Zakk101abn]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Hunterex: I need that handguard. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Hunterex: Originally Posted By secretwheelman: Originally Posted By dangerdan: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20160323_180749_zpstujwgao5.jpg Originally Posted By Hunterex: Solid. Got my tas-1 sling adapters fixed and installed this afternoon. <a href="https://flic.kr/p/FAJKuG" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1564/25991015836_a99796dbce_o.jpg</a> <a href="https://flic.kr/p/Fsmu1U" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1618/25896139332_b6cd3cfa2e_o.jpg</a> I need that handguard. Edit: anyone got a lead on a legit tear drop FA? |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 12:40:44 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Johnson184: What upper and BCG are you guys using for your MK12 Mod 1s? I see that Colt would be correct... but at double the cost. |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 12:52:36 AM EDT
[Last Edit: chenault]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By js1977:
I'm using BCM for both. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By js1977:
Originally Posted By Johnson184:
What upper and BCG are you guys using for your MK12 Mod 1s? I see that Colt would be correct... but at double the cost. When people want to know where they could save money on an mk12 build the gas block, bcg, and stripped upper are the places to do it. Especially if your going to rattle can it |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 12:56:37 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Zakk101abn:
Don't we all!! Edit: anyone got a lead on a legit tear drop FA? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Zakk101abn:
Originally Posted By Hunterex:
Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
Originally Posted By dangerdan:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20160323_180749_zpstujwgao5.jpg Originally Posted By Hunterex:
Solid.
Got my tas-1 sling adapters fixed and installed this afternoon. <a href="https://flic.kr/p/FAJKuG" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1564/25991015836_a99796dbce_o.jpg</a> <a href="https://flic.kr/p/Fsmu1U" target="_blank">https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1618/25896139332_b6cd3cfa2e_o.jpg</a> I need that handguard. Edit: anyone got a lead on a legit tear drop FA? I got mine from Fulton. I don't know if that's legit or not |
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CA, USA
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Posted: 3/24/2016 1:42:59 AM EDT
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Edit: anyone got a lead on a legit tear drop FA?
I got mine from Fulton. I don't know if that's legit or not I recently picked up a couple from JSE SURPLUS, I think they were less than $10 each |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 8:02:35 AM EDT
[Last Edit: BurtSaun1049]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Johnson184:
What upper and BCG are you guys using for your MK12 Mod 1s? I see that Colt would be correct... but at double the cost. I used a blem Aero Precision stripped upper, WOA UPK, and Toolcraft BCG. Roughly $155 total. |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 8:51:22 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JoinTheRukus: Edit: anyone got a lead on a legit tear drop FA? I got mine from Fulton. I don't know if that's legit or not I recently picked up a couple from JSE SURPLUS, I think they were less than $10 each What does a "legit" tear drop FA do that others can't |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 3/24/2016 8:53:19 AM EDT
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^clearly does not operate
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Posted: 3/24/2016 9:02:27 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Great_Balls_of_Fire: ^clearly does not operate Tell me about this "legitness" and "operate"  |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 3/24/2016 9:07:04 AM EDT
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I can assure you mine is the same size as yours
But seriously, sell me your M110 suppressor. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan:
Tell me about this "legitness" and "operate" <a href="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/ermey/media/20150601_214518_001_zpsa609qiwl.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20150601_214518_001_zpsa609qiwl.jpg</a> Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan:
Originally Posted By Great_Balls_of_Fire:
^clearly does not operate Tell me about this "legitness" and "operate" <a href="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/ermey/media/20150601_214518_001_zpsa609qiwl.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20150601_214518_001_zpsa609qiwl.jpg</a> |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 9:59:56 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan: What does a "legit" tear drop FA do that others can't Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan: Originally Posted By JoinTheRukus: Edit: anyone got a lead on a legit tear drop FA? I got mine from Fulton. I don't know if that's legit or not I recently picked up a couple from JSE SURPLUS, I think they were less than $10 each What does a "legit" tear drop FA do that others can't It may or may not be for a MK12. |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 10:05:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JoinTheRukus: Edit: anyone got a lead on a legit tear drop FA? I got mine from Fulton. I don't know if that's legit or not I recently picked up a couple from JSE SURPLUS, I think they were less than $10 each |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 10:42:36 AM EDT
[Last Edit: TexasTerror]
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Wheeled FSB OK on a late MOD 0?
ETA: Anyone in the middle of a build. PRI is having a 10% off sale MARCH 28- APRIL 1 code SPRING10 |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 10:48:34 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Great_Balls_of_Fire: I can assure you mine is the same size as yours But seriously, sell me your M110 suppressor. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Great_Balls_of_Fire: I can assure you mine is the same size as yours But seriously, sell me your M110 suppressor. Originally Posted By dangerdan: Originally Posted By Great_Balls_of_Fire: ^clearly does not operate Tell me about this "legitness" and "operate" <a href="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/ermey/media/20150601_214518_001_zpsa609qiwl.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20150601_214518_001_zpsa609qiwl.jpg</a> I'll sell it...for like $20k. I'll even include a Mk13 and S&B, bipod and TIS sling for free |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 12:53:37 PM EDT
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If anybody is looking for a tear drop FA let me know. I may have 2 of them (will confirm) collecting dust that could go to some good homes. I'm not a fan of the tear drops and I have no clue on "legitness" but they will be free.
Shoot me a PM. The MK12 guys have taken care of me (Zak and SWM) and I want to pay it forward if I can. /bromance
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Posted: 3/24/2016 1:09:22 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan: Tell me about this "legitness" and "operate" http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20150601_214518_001_zpsa609qiwl.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan: Originally Posted By Great_Balls_of_Fire: ^clearly does not operate Tell me about this "legitness" and "operate" http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/ermey/20150601_214518_001_zpsa609qiwl.jpg |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 1:15:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan: What does a "legit" tear drop FA do that others can't Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan: Originally Posted By JoinTheRukus: Edit: anyone got a lead on a legit tear drop FA? I got mine from Fulton. I don't know if that's legit or not I recently picked up a couple from JSE SURPLUS, I think they were less than $10 each What does a "legit" tear drop FA do that others can't It's purely aesthetics for me. I just LOVE the way teardrops look. |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 1:18:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah: It's purely aesthetics for me. I just LOVE the way teardrops look. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah: Originally Posted By dangerdan: Originally Posted By JoinTheRukus: Edit: anyone got a lead on a legit tear drop FA? I got mine from Fulton. I don't know if that's legit or not I recently picked up a couple from JSE SURPLUS, I think they were less than $10 each What does a "legit" tear drop FA do that others can't It's purely aesthetics for me. I just LOVE the way teardrops look. I was referring to Colt vs Bushmaster/DPMS/etc tear drop assists. |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 1:27:28 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan:
I was referring to Colt vs Bushmaster/DPMS/etc tear drop assists. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dangerdan:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By dangerdan:
Originally Posted By JoinTheRukus:
Edit: anyone got a lead on a legit tear drop FA? I got mine from Fulton. I don't know if that's legit or not I recently picked up a couple from JSE SURPLUS, I think they were less than $10 each What does a "legit" tear drop FA do that others can't It's purely aesthetics for me. I just LOVE the way teardrops look. I was referring to Colt vs Bushmaster/DPMS/etc tear drop assists. They're quite a bit different. The repros aren't rounded on the edges, the paddles are thicker, and overall quality is crude by comparison. That said, they do work just as well. |
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IA, USA
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Posted: 3/24/2016 2:25:39 PM EDT
[Last Edit: lonewolfgun]
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HaveBlue83:
Oops, i did it again. ORDER UPP! <a href="http://postimage.org/" target="_blank">http://s29.postimg.org/f6a2yd3mf/20160322_134756.jpg</a> PS......i paintball things like a BOSS <a href="http://postimage.org/" target="_blank">http://s17.postimg.org/gndswthgv/20160322_142909457.jpg</a> Pm sent. ** |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 3:08:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By lonewolfgun: Pm sent. ** Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By lonewolfgun: Originally Posted By HaveBlue83: Oops, i did it again. ORDER UPP! <a href="http://postimage.org/" target="_blank">http://s29.postimg.org/f6a2yd3mf/20160322_134756.jpg</a> PS......i paintball things like a BOSS <a href="http://postimage.org/" target="_blank">http://s17.postimg.org/gndswthgv/20160322_142909457.jpg</a> Pm sent. ** Replied :). Hope it went through! It refreshed so fast i didnt see if i hit send or cancel lol. I kinda want one of them teardrops on my guitar FA....hmm.....if someone can find me a pic of a holland with a teardrop im down for one lol |
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NY, USA
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Posted: 3/24/2016 3:49:29 PM EDT
[#44]
So I received the glass for my M24 build today, and wanted to do a "In memory of Sgt. Miller mock-up" minus the recce rail before leaving for work. Brand new 10X with all accessories and mk4 rings for $795. The clone gods shined down upon me.
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NY, USA
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Posted: 3/24/2016 5:26:13 PM EDT
[Last Edit: RedSS454]
[#45]
Productive day today, but came up with a few questions that I'm hoping the mk12 Goods can help me with.
Mounted my barrel, PPRI handgaurd, FSB with site and the gas tube today. This was my first build so please go easy on me. Went together okay enough, although it took some time to get the gas tube mounted properly. How can I ensure the gas block is above the port in the barrel? I kept it centered as best I could, and it sits right on the step in the barrel, so I'm guessing it is okay, but unsure. When I finished mounting it all, I through the BCG and CH from my M4 in to check function. It seems to not want to go into battery all the time. Didn't know if this was because it was (remotely) dry, and new, or if I may have done something wrong? How important is it to head space these? I don't have a bolt yet, but after the problems above I'm thinking it will be in my best interest. Unless I'm missing something. I can't wait until this is all together and shooting. I'm so close, but need to recoup finds after the recent purchases.
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Posted: 3/24/2016 6:07:30 PM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RedSS454:
Productive day today, but came up with a few questions that I'm hoping the mk12 Goods can help me with. Mounted my barrel, PPRI handgaurd, FSB with site and the gas tube today. This was my first build so please go easy on me. Went together okay enough, although it took some time to get the gas tube mounted properly. How can I ensure the gas block is above the port in the barrel? I kept it centered as best I could, and it sits right on the step in the barrel, so I'm guessing it is okay, but unsure. When I finished mounting it all, I through the BCG and CH from my M4 in to check function. It seems to not want to go into battery all the time. Didn't know if this was because it was (remotely) dry, and new, or if I may have done something wrong? How important is it to head space these? I don't have a bolt yet, but after the problems above I'm thinking it will be in my best interest. Unless I'm missing something. I can't wait until this is all together and shooting. I'm so close, but need to recoup finds after the recent purchases. Could be gas tube is misaligned. Causing the gas key to hit it and not go into battery. |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 7:33:31 PM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TexasTerror: Could be gas tube is misaligned. Causing the gas key to hit it and not go into battery. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TexasTerror: Originally Posted By RedSS454: Productive day today, but came up with a few questions that I'm hoping the mk12 Goods can help me with. Mounted my barrel, PPRI handgaurd, FSB with site and the gas tube today. This was my first build so please go easy on me. Went together okay enough, although it took some time to get the gas tube mounted properly. How can I ensure the gas block is above the port in the barrel? I kept it centered as best I could, and it sits right on the step in the barrel, so I'm guessing it is okay, but unsure. When I finished mounting it all, I through the BCG and CH from my M4 in to check function. It seems to not want to go into battery all the time. Didn't know if this was because it was (remotely) dry, and new, or if I may have done something wrong? How important is it to head space these? I don't have a bolt yet, but after the problems above I'm thinking it will be in my best interest. Unless I'm missing something. I can't wait until this is all together and shooting. I'm so close, but need to recoup finds after the recent purchases. Could be gas tube is misaligned. Causing the gas key to hit it and not go into battery. If it's hitting the gas tube, you should hear a metal on metal sound. You should be able to visible see how much is hitting the gas tube. I assume you do not have the bolt cam in place if you do not have a bolt installed |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 8:06:53 PM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RussellAthletic: If anybody is looking for a tear drop FA let me know. I may have 2 of them (will confirm) collecting dust that could go to some good homes. I'm not a fan of the tear drops and I have no clue on "legitness" but they will be free. Shoot me a PM. The MK12 guys have taken care of me (Zak and SWM) and I want to pay it forward if I can. /bromance |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 8:10:35 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman: If you still have one, I'm down. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman: Originally Posted By RussellAthletic: If anybody is looking for a tear drop FA let me know. I may have 2 of them (will confirm) collecting dust that could go to some good homes. I'm not a fan of the tear drops and I have no clue on "legitness" but they will be free. Shoot me a PM. The MK12 guys have taken care of me (Zak and SWM) and I want to pay it forward if I can. /bromance |
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Posted: 3/24/2016 8:11:36 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Outrider]
[#50]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman: If you still have one, I'm down. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman: Originally Posted By RussellAthletic: If anybody is looking for a tear drop FA let me know. I may have 2 of them (will confirm) collecting dust that could go to some good homes. I'm not a fan of the tear drops and I have no clue on "legitness" but they will be free. Shoot me a PM. The MK12 guys have taken care of me (Zak and SWM) and I want to pay it forward if I can. /bromance I'm out unfortunately as I only had 2.  Would have loved to sent you one since you helped me out.ETA: Goes for you too Zak. |
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