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Posted: 12/21/2016 2:55:32 PM EDT

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Can anyone tell me off the top of their head whether you need the standard Magpul MIAD or the MIAD 1.1 308 version to properly fit the Aero lowers?

Posted: 12/21/2016 7:03:34 PM EDT

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Standard AR15 grips, not 308 AR grips work.

Posted: 12/21/2016 8:06:36 PM EDT

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Has anyone had trouble installing an SLR handguard on their 308 Aero Precision upper? My handguard doesn't make contact with the upper receiver because the pin holding the ejection port cover is too long. Probably a simple fix but not sure why that pin protrudes past the receiver to begin with..

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I have three SLR handguards, for some reason only one of them has a notch to clear that pin. On my other two builds I had to kiss the pin with a dremel (didn't have to take much material off).

Posted: 12/21/2016 8:10:06 PM EDT

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Can anyone tell me off the top of their head whether you need the standard Magpul MIAD or the MIAD 1.1 308 version to properly fit the Aero lowers?

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i just installed one. the beavertail extension didnt fit too well, but the other grtip extension did just right. i am happy with it.

its the standard.

Posted: 12/27/2016 2:59:32 AM EDT

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Can anyone tell me off the top of their head whether you need the standard Magpul MIAD or the MIAD 1.1 308 version to properly fit the Aero lowers?

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The only thing different (that I know) between MIAD 1.0 and 1.1, is that 1.0 came with a front strap that had an integrated trigger guard. Magpul got greedy and revised the miad to 1.1, dropped the trigger guard and kept the price the same. And now they also will sell you a separate plastic trigger guard. Of which you won't need with a M5 lower.

Posted: 12/27/2016 8:07:10 PM EDT

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40 fucking dollars for a lancer mag for one of these things? i believe i will not be building a fleet of these things.

Posted: 12/27/2016 8:30:18 PM EDT

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40 fucking dollars for a lancer mag for one of these things? i believe i will not be building a fleet of these things.

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Or you could buy one of several other magazines that are much less expensive. $.02

Posted: 12/28/2016 10:53:41 AM EDT

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40 fucking dollars for a lancer mag for one of these things? i believe i will not be building a fleet of these things.

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Pmags are like $17

Posted: 12/30/2016 12:08:12 PM EDT

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What are the best options for a muzzle device. I had a YHM flash hider laying around from a previous build, so I stuck it on but it's just too freaking big!

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Posted: 12/30/2016 12:39:57 PM EDT

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What are the best options for a muzzle device. I had a YHM flash hider laying around from a previous build, so I stuck it on but it's just too freaking big!
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same as any rifle....suppressor mount.

Posted: 12/30/2016 12:49:20 PM EDT

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Don't own any of those, so not really a priority.

Posted: 12/30/2016 4:26:18 PM EDT

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Don't own any of those, so not really a priority.

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Try a BCM comp I've got them my 556s and like them.

Will be putting one on my 308 so I hope they work as well with it as they do the 556

Posted: 12/30/2016 6:29:15 PM EDT

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So I ended up with a very nice Christmas gift from a great friend of mine.

The GG&G bipod will be used on this gun and several others

I will also get to compare my PST-43128 (FFP 6-24x50, MRAD) to my HS-T 6-24x50 (VHS-4310, SFP-MRAD) and do a little unscientific comparison of Faxon 18" 5.56 vs the 20" in the M5.

Posted: 1/5/2017 1:06:34 AM EDT

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I finally got my Tiger Striped builders kit finished.... Scope is still up in the air, bUT this will do in the meantime.

Posted: 1/5/2017 11:28:39 AM EDT

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Sorry to double post, but Aero BLEM M5 FDE lowers are in stock for $157

http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&pw=55963&ctc=ixkj43a72i00zk8a02gtd&mi=13601&url=http%3A%2F%2Faeroprecisionusa.com%2Fm5-308-stripped-lower-receiver-fde-blem.html

Posted: 1/6/2017 12:02:00 AM EDT

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I have several of the 20 rd L7AWM that I picked up for $25 ea. And Magpul's offerings are GTG at a lower cost. There are other options too.

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Posted: 1/7/2017 8:36:32 PM EDT

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Don't own any of those, so not really a priority.

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gotta change that!

Posted: 1/7/2017 10:32:13 PM EDT

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Finally finished.

Build list
Aero M5 Lower w/ M5E1 upper, and Gen 2 Rails
BA 16" Hanson Barrel
Aero LPK w/ Larue MBT trigger
Aero Heavy Buffer and Spring
BCM Mod1 grip
B5 Sopmod Stock
BCM QD End Plate
GG&G Flip up Sights (the rear doesn't flip down all the way on this upper, gonna have to modify it a bit)
SilencerCo ASR Flash Hider

Posted: 1/7/2017 11:14:36 PM EDT

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Finally finished.

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Aero M5 Lower w/ M5E1 upper, and Gen 2 Rails
BA 16" Hanson Barrel
Aero LPK w/ Larue MBT trigger
Aero Heavy Buffer and Spring
BCM Mod1 grip
B5 Sopmod Stock
BCM QD End Plate
GG&G Flip up Sights (the rear doesn't flip down all the way on this upper, gonna have to modify it a bit)
SilencerCo ASR Flash Hider

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Looks Good!

Posted: 1/8/2017 12:48:42 AM EDT

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Finally got my 26" Kreiger barrel up and running

Posted: 1/8/2017 7:24:35 AM EDT

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What are the best options for a muzzle device. I had a YHM flash hider laying around from a previous build, so I stuck it on but it's just too freaking big!
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I have the VG6 Gamma on mine and I like it a lot.

Posted: 1/8/2017 2:47:30 PM EDT

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Did completed uppers jump in price? $610 for 18" .308 SS w/15" MLOCK? I thought it was a little cheaper.

Posted: 1/11/2017 9:43:57 AM EDT

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Finished, just need to paint it OD Green

Posted: 1/16/2017 12:28:25 AM EDT

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started as OEM 18" from Brownells. barrel nut was not properly timed, and the staking on the gas key was not great; otherwise looked good.

added B5 sopmod, Fortis Switch 14", MOE grip, SLR Sentry, and Leupold Mark AR 4-12 in ADM mount. have a Geissele SSA that I'm gonna swap from another rifle, too. this'll be the primary host for my Saker 762.

and with little brother:

Posted: 1/16/2017 4:32:22 PM EDT

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Well...

I have a problem. I've now managed to pick up 2 more FDE M5 Aero lowers. I have a black one as well.

I'm seriously thinking of building a 45 Raptor, because I have everything but the handguard and barrel to do another build.

Posted: 1/17/2017 12:06:00 PM EDT

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As much as I like mine its up in the EE :(

Posted: 1/26/2017 2:15:28 AM EDT

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BA Hanson barrel. Everything else is aero and Knights.

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Posted: 1/26/2017 9:46:57 PM EDT

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What are the best options for a muzzle device. I had a YHM flash hider laying around from a previous build, so I stuck it on but it's just too freaking big!
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A Suppressor

Posted: 1/28/2017 1:32:48 PM EDT

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Anyone used a CMMG upper on an Aero lower?

Posted: 1/28/2017 4:33:44 PM EDT

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BA Hanson barrel. Everything else is aero and Knights.
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How's the BA Hanson barrel shoot?

Posted: 1/28/2017 11:14:02 PM EDT

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How's the BA Hanson barrel shoot?

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BA Hanson barrel. Everything else is aero and Knights.
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How's the BA Hanson barrel shoot?

MOAish. It seems to prefer 168gr over 175, at least at 100. I'm still searching for the right commercial match round. Gmm 168s averaged right under 1". 175s 1.5". I based this off the 1" grid of the target. No official measurements were taken. This was more of a shake down shoot to adjust the gas block and verify function. I plan to try some gorilla and some hsm to see if I can find something it likes better.

Posted: 1/29/2017 3:12:54 PM EDT

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Here's my recently finished aero m5 build with one of my ar15s

Posted: 1/29/2017 4:23:39 PM EDT

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So is there a list of triggers that would fit an aero m5 lower? Looking at cmc and larue. Thinking both fit but just wanted to make sure.

Posted: 1/29/2017 11:16:31 PM EDT

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So is there a list of triggers that would fit an aero m5 lower? Looking at cmc and larue. Thinking both fit but just wanted to make sure.

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Any AR15 trigger will fit. Haven't heard any problems with any so far.

Posted: 2/1/2017 12:23:55 PM EDT

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AXTS 7.62 Raptor in Tungsten Grey for $60.79 /w free shipping After coupon code RKET4 at Optics Planet.

Posted: 2/1/2017 1:36:31 PM EDT

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AXTS 7.62 Raptor in Tungsten Grey for $60.79 /w free shipping After coupon code RKET4 at Optics Planet.

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Ordered. Thank you.

Posted: 2/1/2017 1:56:21 PM EDT

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Any AR15 trigger will fit. Haven't heard any problems with any so far.

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Ok thanks

I just went to order my rifle length buffer kit and lpk from aero. However they don't have the buffer kit in stock for rifle length. However they have both the spring and the buffer weight. So question is this. Does anyone know if they use the same extension for the AR15 as they do for the 308? If so, those are in stock and I will just order piece meal rather than the kit. Thanks!

Posted: 2/1/2017 2:40:44 PM EDT

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Ordered. Thank you.

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AXTS 7.62 Raptor in Tungsten Grey for $60.79 /w free shipping After coupon code RKET4 at Optics Planet.

Ordered. Thank you.

Wish it was in black. May order and paint. What would y'all do?

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Posted: 2/1/2017 5:54:38 PM EDT

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Wish it was in black. May order and paint. What would y'all do?

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People really don't care about mismatched AR's. And Its not like its pink. The gray color will blend right in.

Posted: 2/1/2017 11:02:57 PM EDT

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Has anyone use the AIM Surplus 308 BCG in the Aero Precision Upper? Slowing starting to piece together stuff for a build.

Posted: 2/2/2017 2:27:36 AM EDT

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Finally got a chance to get out and shoot my M5E1 at a local quarry. Ran 60 rounds of 3 different types of ammo using 3 different types of magazines (Lancer, Magpul and CProducts) through it with so much as a hiccup. Absolutely perfect. Even the Magpul MBUS sights were pretty much zeroed from initial installation. After a few quick shots at paper to see where it was hitting, I was knocking quart size oil jugs around at 100-150 yards with ease from offhand. Also took a Garand and a 7.62x39 AR with me for an hour of .30 caliber power.

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Posted: 2/2/2017 9:40:34 AM EDT

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Has anyone use the AIM Surplus 308 BCG in the Aero Precision Upper? Slowing starting to piece together stuff for a build.

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I have not used the Aim one. But I have two of the Toolcraft BCGs and they work great. One Phosphate and one Nitride.

Posted: 2/2/2017 10:40:53 AM EDT

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Ok thanks

I just went to order my rifle length buffer kit and lpk from aero. However they don't have the buffer kit in stock for rifle length. However they have both the spring and the buffer weight. So question is this. Does anyone know if they use the same extension for the AR15 as they do for the 308? If so, those are in stock and I will just order piece meal rather than the kit. Thanks!

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rifle buffer tubes are the same

Posted: 2/2/2017 1:58:32 PM EDT

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Well I ordered the Raptor CH yesterday and they canceled due to non instock.

Posted: 2/2/2017 5:51:41 PM EDT

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Has anyone use the AIM Surplus 308 BCG in the Aero Precision Upper? Slowing starting to piece together stuff for a build.

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I'm running AIM's black nitride version in mine. No issues so far over approx. 250 rounds.

Posted: 2/3/2017 8:04:46 AM EDT

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I'm running AIM's black nitride version in mine. No issues so far over approx. 250 rounds.

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Good to know. I may look into picking it up from them..

Posted: 2/3/2017 11:07:48 PM EDT

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Aero M5 complete lower
CTR stock
MOE grip
BAD ambi safety
Aero M5E1 upper
Aero 15" MLOK rail
Aero BCG
Aero 16" barrel
Aero Gas Block
VG6 Gamma
Aero 30mm Extended Mount
Vortex Viper PST 1-4
Harris bipod

Posted: 2/4/2017 8:56:10 AM EDT

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Aero M5 complete lower
CTR stock
MOE grip
BAD ambi safety
Aero M5E1 upper
Aero 15" MLOK rail
Aero BCG
Aero 16" barrel
Aero Gas Block
VG6 Gamma
Aero 30mm Extended Mount

Vortex Viper PST 1-4
Harris bipod

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Nice

Posted: 3/11/2017 3:25:16 PM EDT

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Almost finished with my 6.5. Need to top it off. Got a VG6 gamma from Monmouth Reloading after someone posted a deal in some other thread.

They have a coupon posted for Aero componants so if you don't have a part and want to do all Aero it's a good place to go. They shipped it super fast too.

I'll be having cerakoted once I check function on it.

Posted: 3/12/2017 4:39:38 PM EDT

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I just finished reading this thread from post #1 to here (took days - whew!) and learned a lot that helped with my ongoing M5 .308 build. One thing I did not see mentioned is this:

How interchangeable are DPMS style .308 firing pins? I've read that the bolt and carrier ought to be from the same manufacturer to ensure proper fit, but what about the firing pins? If I buy a DPMS ".308 firing pin," will it fit any manufacturer's .308 BCG? What about the firing pin retainers? Bolt gas rings? Are the extractor O-rings the same size as an AR-15s?

I'm assuming that the heftier .308 BCG uses larger gas rings, firing pin and maybe firing pin retainer.

I like keeping spares of these on hand for my AR-15s. I'd like to do the same for my .308 build but I'm not sure how interchangeable these are from one BCG manufacturer to another.

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