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Posted: 11/8/2015 11:07:16 PM EDT
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Call Indiana Army Surplus and ask for Slim. He'll help you with parts needed
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Posted: 11/8/2015 11:11:27 PM EDT
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Also check the EE for an a1 upper. They come up for sale quite often for decent prices.
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Posted: 11/8/2015 11:36:50 PM EDT
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I have an Anderson A2. Great lower. I am using it on my "on the cheap" 603 build.
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Posted: 11/9/2015 1:56:24 AM EDT
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I'm going to try Indiana army surplus this Tuesday for sure, I was told about them . also just posted in the EE
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Posted: 11/9/2015 11:36:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm going to try Indiana army surplus this Tuesday for sure, I was told about them . also just posted in the EE That's the way to go. Don't be tempted to settle for less than what you want, even if it means waiting for it. You may be forced to 'temporarily' use an A2 lower, but there's no reason to go with anything less than an A1 upper. |
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Posted: 11/10/2015 1:47:37 PM EDT
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Just purchased an A1 upper with all the hardware from Indiana army surplus. I thought this was going to be a slow piece By piece build set over time. But I'm way too impatient and exited. I should have everything built pretty quick. Chose to use an Anderson lower from a local shop in order to cut some cost - ffl transfer fee quickly brings up the cost on others.
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Posted: 11/10/2015 1:55:27 PM EDT
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Hahaha! I feel your angst! I started my "one piece at a time" 603 build 5 days ago (Nov 5th), just getting the barrel from Boywonder777. As of the 9th (4 days later), I had located and ordered the rest, tapping into my credit cards (a no-no for me generally). So within 4 days of starting my "one piece at a time" build that was going to take a couple months, I had everything on the way! Patience is NOT my strong suit when it comes to ARs or M1 Carbines...
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Posted: 11/10/2015 6:00:21 PM EDT
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Hahaha! I feel your angst! I started my "one piece at a time" 603 build 5 days ago (Nov 5th), just getting the barrel from Boywonder777. As of the 9th (4 days later), I had located and ordered the rest, tapping into my credit cards (a no-no for me generally). So within 4 days of starting my "one piece at a time" build that was going to take a couple months, I had everything on the way! Patience is NOT my strong suit when it comes to ARs or M1 Carbines... I know exactly what you mean all too well. I recently won a new 18" barrel combo from LaRue Tactical which now means that I have to build another modern AR. This will be done piece by piece once I figure out which direction I am going with it. One of these days, I will get around to building a 604. That is next on the retro list. |
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Posted: 11/11/2015 1:00:54 AM EDT
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LOL, I'm glad I'm not the only one! As of today I have (I think) everything needed to put this thing together except a lower receiver, and lpk. Hopefully some packages come in soon!
I decided to go with a three prong flash hider, has there been any problems using a screwdriver with electrical tape to put those on? |
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Posted: 11/11/2015 7:50:47 AM EDT
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LOL, I'm glad I'm not the only one! As of today I have (I think) everything needed to put this thing together except a lower receiver, and lpk. Hopefully some packages come in soon! I decided to go with a three prong flash hider, has there been any problems using a screwdriver with electrical tape to put those on? The only issue with doing it that way is that you can possibly bend the prongs. There is a specific tool for these FHs. I would suggest sticking with an A1 since it would be more correct and it does have the wrench flats on it and is much easier to install. If you want to stay with the 3-prong FH, we can get it on. We just have to be careful. They, like the A1 FH, do not have to be timed like the A2 FH does. |
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Posted: 11/11/2015 12:23:48 PM EDT
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Use a strap wrench to install a three prong or wrap the FH in an old leather belt and use vise grip pliers. I prefer a strap wrench.
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Posted: 11/11/2015 12:33:05 PM EDT
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I had a tough time choosing between those two, but decided I liked the look of the three prong better than the birdgage. If needed I could possibly machine flat spots on it, or maybe even make a tool? I just figured a screwdriver would be easier
A strap wrench sounds like it might work pretty well |
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Posted: 11/11/2015 2:08:10 PM EDT
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I had a tough time choosing between those two, but decided I liked the look of the three prong better than the birdgage. If needed I could possibly machine flat spots on it, or maybe even make a tool? I just figured a screwdriver would be easier A strap wrench sounds like it might work pretty well One thing you do not want to do is machine flats onto the 3-prong FH. |
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Posted: 11/12/2015 2:27:38 AM EDT
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One thing you do not want to do is machine flats onto the 3-prong FH. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I had a tough time choosing between those two, but decided I liked the look of the three prong better than the birdgage. If needed I could possibly machine flat spots on it, or maybe even make a tool? I just figured a screwdriver would be easier A strap wrench sounds like it might work pretty well One thing you do not want to do is machine flats onto the 3-prong FH. I thought there might have been a reason why no one has done it. But why? |
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Posted: 11/12/2015 2:11:39 PM EDT
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So today my first package arrived, the furniture and a magazine from numrich. Over all they are in good shape, no missing teeth or anything. But as you can see from the photo the set doesn't match. Is there a preferred way to clean this up, maybe refinish?
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Posted: 11/12/2015 2:14:26 PM EDT
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So today my first package arrived, the furniture and a magazine from numrich. Over all they are in good shape, no missing teeth or anything. But as you can see from the photo the set doesn't match. Is there a preferred way to clean this up, maybe refinish? http://i.imgur.com/d3i0pha.jpg You cold polish them. Here's a long to an old thread about it https://www.ar15.com/archive/topic.html?b=3&f=123&t=496371 |
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Posted: 11/12/2015 2:49:31 PM EDT
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You cold polish them. Here's a long to an old thread about it https://www.ar15.com/archive/topic.html?b=3&f=123&t=496371 Quote HistoryQuoted:
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So today my first package arrived, the furniture and a magazine from numrich. Over all they are in good shape, no missing teeth or anything. But as you can see from the photo the set doesn't match. Is there a preferred way to clean this up, maybe refinish? http://i.imgur.com/d3i0pha.jpg You cold polish them. Here's a long to an old thread about it https://www.ar15.com/archive/topic.html?b=3&f=123&t=496371 I would think that black shoe polish could help restore the finish on the one. I would just make sure that the surface is slick (wet sanding) before rubbing the shoe polish in. |
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Posted: 11/12/2015 3:19:10 PM EDT
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I would think that black shoe polish could help restore the finish on the one. I would just make sure that the surface is slick (wet sanding) before rubbing the shoe polish in. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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So today my first package arrived, the furniture and a magazine from numrich. Over all they are in good shape, no missing teeth or anything. But as you can see from the photo the set doesn't match. Is there a preferred way to clean this up, maybe refinish? http://i.imgur.com/d3i0pha.jpg You cold polish them. Here's a long to an old thread about it https://www.ar15.com/archive/topic.html?b=3&f=123&t=496371 I would think that black shoe polish could help restore the finish on the one. I would just make sure that the surface is slick (wet sanding) before rubbing the shoe polish in. I have some laying around that I can try out, do you think it would transfer to my skin or cloths once applied? |
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Posted: 11/12/2015 3:22:22 PM EDT
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Yeah it probably would. I'd say try polishing with some jewelers cloth and some light oil. That furniture set looks pretty nice( handguards don't match ) but that's not a huge problom. You could always buy a set of hand guards that match on the equipment exchange and use that beautiful mottled pistol grip and stock
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Posted: 11/12/2015 3:28:46 PM EDT
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Yeah it probably would. I'd say try polishing with some jewelers cloth and some light oil. That furniture set looks pretty nice( handguards don't match ) but that's not a huge problom. You could always buy a set of hand guards that match on the equipment exchange and use that beautiful mottled pistol grip and stock What kind of oil would you suggest, boiled linseed? |
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Posted: 11/12/2015 3:37:26 PM EDT
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What kind of oil would you suggest, boiled linseed? Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Yeah it probably would. I'd say try polishing with some jewelers cloth and some light oil. That furniture set looks pretty nice( handguards don't match ) but that's not a huge problom. You could always buy a set of hand guards that match on the equipment exchange and use that beautiful mottled pistol grip and stock What kind of oil would you suggest, boiled linseed? You can probably use some 3-in-1 oil. |
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Posted: 11/12/2015 4:49:23 PM EDT
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After a quick wipe with some 3in1 I'm really suprised at just how much color came back. And the magazine I wound up with is marked universal industries Also looks like I got a "fat" GM pistol grip,type D stock, and type E hand guards. Fun to learn about this stuff.
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Posted: 11/12/2015 7:33:53 PM EDT
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After a quick wipe with some 3in1 I'm really suprised at just how much color came back. And the magazine I wound up with is marked universal industries Also looks like I got a "fat" GM pistol grip,type D stock, and type E hand guards. Fun to learn about this stuff. http://imgur.com/sSvJGte.jpg A definite improvement. Now, to clean up that sling swivel and get rid of that rust. I can help you with that if you like. |
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Posted: 11/12/2015 7:36:40 PM EDT
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Very nice. Sometimes a little oil goes a long way.
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Posted: 11/12/2015 7:44:16 PM EDT
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Not to hijack, but Indiana has full uppers? Price range?
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Posted: 11/12/2015 7:55:14 PM EDT
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Not to hijack, but Indiana has full uppers? Price range? i only orderd the upper reciever, no barrel or BCG. But they might have all of the other stuff. Call slim up and see what he's got |
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Posted: 11/12/2015 8:06:10 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryA definite improvement. Now, to clean up that sling swivel and get rid of that rust. I can help you with that if you like.
Yeah we gotta get together some time, I will likely need help assembling the upper Aswell. Afew more packages and a trip to the gun shop and it will be ready go to to the range. |
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Posted: 11/13/2015 7:05:37 PM EDT
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Ups man came today with my upper (ch marked), bcg, flash hider, and buffer tube with parts. Then I bought a charging handle from a local forum. One step towards completion.
Wonder how it will do against my sks.. 
I'm having a really hard time with these hosting sites, in my preview it showed up fine, but then it turns into a link once submitted. Are you guys seeing the image or just a link? |
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Posted: 11/13/2015 7:33:12 PM EDT
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Since you are not a Team Member, a member has to Approve your images as appropriate. That's why they don't show at first.
Good looking start to your build! |
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Posted: 11/13/2015 7:40:54 PM EDT
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Ahh thanks for the clarification!
And I apriciate it, hopefully this one will be enough lol. |
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Posted: 11/30/2015 8:11:23 PM EDT
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All done! Huge thanks to James, tons of help.
Now I just have to go to the range 
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Posted: 11/30/2015 8:38:58 PM EDT
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All done! Huge thanks to James, tons of help. Now I just have to go to the range http://i.imgur.com/pxIIGYW.jpg Hey, that is a nice looking AR. Nice background too. I have not used one of those blankets in years. I was really glad to help you out today. 
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Posted: 11/30/2015 9:57:20 PM EDT
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Not to hijack, but Indiana has full uppers? Price range? I posted in the wrong thread. Sorry. Great looking build! I also love the blanket background. |
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Posted: 12/1/2015 3:04:59 AM EDT
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Nice rifle, looks just like my first retro build, except I used a 604 upper. You need to watch out, though, those things are like crack.
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Posted: 12/1/2015 7:27:40 AM EDT
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Nice. 1 down and (?) to go.
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Posted: 12/1/2015 9:22:30 AM EDT
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Nice rifle, looks just like my first retro build, except I used a 604 upper. You need to watch out, though, those things are like crack. I warned about that yesterday when we were putting it together. I told him that building retros can get expensive. Heck, building ARs can be expensive. I know from experience as many here do as well. We have scheduled Saturday morning to get it to the range. |
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Posted: 12/1/2015 3:50:10 PM EDT
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Thank guys, Hopefully this one will be the only one I need. But maybe having a slick side using more original stuff would be nice also :b .
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Posted: 12/1/2015 4:04:28 PM EDT
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Thank guys, Hopefully this one will be the only one I need. But maybe having a slick side using more original stuff would be nice also :b . Wait until the A2 lower starts to bug you! 
ANOTHER Florida Boy infected with RBRD! 
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Posted: 12/1/2015 5:08:38 PM EDT
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Wait until the A2 lower starts to bug you!
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Thank guys, Hopefully this one will be the only one I need. But maybe having a slick side using more original stuff would be nice also :b . Wait until the A2 lower starts to bug you!
ANOTHER Florida Boy infected with RBRD! I told him that he could always swap the A2 lower out with a more correct A1 in the future. He could even use a partial fence for that matter. |
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Posted: 12/1/2015 5:54:01 PM EDT
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I told him that he could always swap the A2 lower out with a more correct A1 in the future. He could even use a partial fence for that matter. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Thank guys, Hopefully this one will be the only one I need. But maybe having a slick side using more original stuff would be nice also :b . Wait until the A2 lower starts to bug you!
ANOTHER Florida Boy infected with RBRD! I told him that he could always swap the A2 lower out with a more correct A1 in the future. He could even use a partial fence for that matter. THEN he'll need a nice A2 upper to go with the lower! That's how the sickness spreads! 
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Posted: 12/1/2015 7:41:58 PM EDT
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Ups man came today with my upper (ch marked), bcg, flash hider, and buffer tube with parts. Then I bought a charging handle from a local forum. One step towards completion. Wonder how it will do against my sks.. http://i.imgur.com/LyxB5l5.jpg I'm having a really hard time with these hosting sites, in my preview it showed up fine, but then it turns into a link once submitted. Are you guys seeing the image or just a link? Having parts arrive for a new rifle is one of the most wonderful feelings I've ever felt. I LOVE coming home to multiple packages. |
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