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Hell yea!! That's some customer service! Keep us updated with the build.
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That's great customer service!
I am hoping to install mine under a Centurion Arms C4 10 inch rail. I think I read somewhere that the rear of the rail needs to be grinded down. Hope it goes well! |
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Nice! I'll be building my piston kit around the 12" stealth that I picked up last year during the ToT sale!
Post some pics when you get it finished up! |
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Did you buy the clamp on or the set screw?
I've got a rifle length kit coming for my Larue Stealth barreled upper that I built last fall. |
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Did you buy the clamp on or the set screw? I've got a rifle length kit coming for my Larue Stealth barreled upper that I built last fall. View Quote I went with clamp on because of the deep set screw holes already in the LaRue Stealth barrel. LaRue uses a proprietary hole spacing, so I doubt the screw positions will allow proper gas port alignment with Superlative's gas block. |
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OK people, I sent all my LaRue Stealth upper parts to Superlative yesterday so Tony can assemble the upper and make a custom length rod for this. This is being done at Tony's request that I send everything to him. This way he will have the means to offer LaRue retrofit kits for a LaRue's system in the future off the shelf. What's in the box https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1680/25039552586_638e859893_b.jpg Closeup of the LaRue goodness https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1672/24947769272_e6e00c7aaa_b.jpg The barrel in the stripped LaRue upper receiver to assure things would assemble. https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1719/24698246019_80db67f7ce_b.jpg View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
OK people, I sent all my LaRue Stealth upper parts to Superlative yesterday so Tony can assemble the upper and make a custom length rod for this. This is being done at Tony's request that I send everything to him. This way he will have the means to offer LaRue retrofit kits for a LaRue's system in the future off the shelf. What's in the box https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1680/25039552586_638e859893_b.jpg Closeup of the LaRue goodness https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1672/24947769272_e6e00c7aaa_b.jpg The barrel in the stripped LaRue upper receiver to assure things would assemble. https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1719/24698246019_80db67f7ce_b.jpg That's pretty awesome customer service...I've also had much of the same service from Tony. It's worth noting though that the new Stealth 2.0 uppers and handguards are rolling out tomorrow. I'll be picking up the new Stealth 2.0 upper and handguard combo to build my 12" stealth and SA piston kit. Hopefully the piston will fit under the new handguard. New Stealth 2.0 Uppers and Handguard: https://www.ar15.com/forums/t_2_219/271636_So_About_This_BuildAR_List___UPDATE_PAGE_17.html&page=17 Quoted:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v145/AUSTINWFT/LT%20Post/Stealth%202.0_2.jpg_zpsdff2732g.jpeg Okay, we took a vote and decided it best to introduce our new Stealth 2.0 upper/handguard chassis set for $399.00 to start off the 1st quarterly edition of the LaRue BuildAR list. Stealth 2.0 Upper receiver in Keymod (shown above) and a Stealth 2.0 Handguard, which will come in 2 lengths, what is shown in pics (good for 12.0" barrels) ... or a 2nd longer unit (2.5" longer, good for 14.5" barrels and longer) Two colors - black, or gray (the color that is shown above). Pick M4 feed ramps or Standard. IT guys are working on the logistics, and yes, we should be done, but there's that little being swamped thing that got in our way. ML |
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They need to make one for the Cry Havoc QRB (Quick Release Barrel) system.
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This build using the LaRue Stealth rail has ran into some snags. The email I received this morning from Tony.
Good morning Snakeman, There are a few things inhibiting the progress of the installation: Please view images 1045 and 1049 Larue has pressed a plate to hold in the QD adapter. The diameter of the plate will not allow the handguard to slide over the block if it was installed on the barrel. The only way to accomplish the build is to install the rail first then slide the block down the barrel. Note that with the clamp on version the screws hit the side of the rail. The only option for this build is the solid set screw model which has plenty of clearance. Please view image 1043 Larue has (3) dimples on this barrel with only (1) of our (2) set screws locating. To accomplish this build we would have to drill into the bottom of the quad rail allowing the end user to tighten the single set screw. It’s not ideal, but it will accomplish your build. Moving forward I will not suggest this handguard for our piston kit. It can be done, but there are so many other handguards on the market that you can easily install. I am more than happy to drill this out to get you up and running. Please let me know how you would like me to proceed. Understand that your rail will have to be milled into and will not be in the same condition as it arrived in. Minor surgery. Lol. Give me a call when you can. Best Regards, Tony Russo |
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Since the LaRue rail isn't going to work as planned, I spent a better part of 3 days researching quad rails that will work for this build.
I settled on the Samson Star 12.34 rail. Due to being a 2 piece design and and being a quad rail. I don't like M-loc or Key Mod anything. I feel the 2 piece design will allow access t the piston assembly if needed without have to remove the complete rail. Found one on Gun Broker, and have sent payment. Samson is nolonger promoting this design in favor of the newer Key Mod Evolution rail. I'm not going to ask Tony to complete this build, as I feel that is asking too much of him. He's got a business to run, and dealing with my problems is asking alot. So I requested he send my stuff back with the retrofit kit with a set screw gas block. Tony said one of the set screw on his gas block lines up with one of LaRue's dimples already in the barrel. I have access to a Bridgeport, so I will machine the second dimple to allow both set screws proper purchase. I have had extensive machining training in my day job, and have the tooling to complete the process. I just need a Bridgeport. Our shop is too small to afford one at this time. STAR-R The Samson STAR series is a two piece free float rail system for the AR-15. The two-piece design allows for installation without removal of any gas system or barrel components*. Compatible with any mil-spec barrel nut. Overall Length: 12.37 " Weight: 18.0 oz ID: 1.34 " OD: 2.18 " |
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The Centurion C4 line also comes in a two piece design with rails.
I am hoping to install a SA piston under a 10 inch Centurion C4 rail next month. Quoted:
Since the LaRue rail isn't going to work as planned, I spent a better part of 3 days researching quad rails that will work for this build. I settled on the Samson Star 12.34 rail. Due to being a 2 piece design and and being a quad rail. I don't like M-loc or Key Mod anything. I feel the 2 piece design will allow access t the piston assembly if needed without have to remove the complete rail. Found one on Gun Broker, and have sent payment. Samson is nolonger promoting this design in favor of the newer Key Mod Evolution rail. I'm not going to ask Tony to complete this build, as I feel that is asking too much of him. He's got a business to run, and dealing with my problems is asking alot. So I requested he send my stuff back with the retrofit kit with a set screw gas block. Tony said one of the set screw on his gas block lines up with one of LaRue's dimples already in the barrel. I have access to a Bridgeport, so I will machine the second dimple to allow both set screws proper purchase. I have had extensive machining training in my day job, and have the tooling to complete the process. I just need a Bridgeport. Our shop is too small to afford one at this time. STAR-R The Samson STAR series is a two piece free float rail system for the AR-15. The two-piece design allows for installation without removal of any gas system or barrel components*. Compatible with any mil-spec barrel nut. Overall Length: 12.37 " Weight: 18.0 oz ID: 1.34 " OD: 2.18 " View Quote |
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I have a stealth upper I built last year. I hate to say it but Im not a fan of the handguard. What a pain to install.
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Nice pics, thanks for the update. Can't wait to see how it runs for you
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Well it's been awhile, but this project has finally moved forward. I had to wait 2 weeks for the proper mid length rod to come in from SA.
Bad thing is the day the rod showed up, my stamp came in for my SBR. I set the LaRue aside and completed the SBR. Pictures of it can be seen in this thread. LMT/ARFCOM SBR After that was done and test fired, I got back on the LaRue build. Picture of the SA gas block in it's final position using the modified LaRue dimples in the barrel I modified earlier. Got the Samson rail all put back together and took some pictures showing the gas block clearance. Got it all put together, and found out I forgot to order a bolt..........DUH! |
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Well it's been awhile, but this project has finally moved forward. I had to wait 2 weeks for the proper mid lenght ron to come in from SA. Bad thing is the day the rod showed up, my stamp came in for my SBR. I set the LaRue aside and completed the SBR. Pictures of it can be seen in this thread. LMT/ARFCOM SBR After that was done and test fired, I got back on the LaRue build. Picture of the SA gas block in it's final position using the modified LaRue dimples in the barrel I modified earlier. https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1527/26057332614_803f35ba5a_b.jpg Got the Samson rail all put back together and took some pictures showing the gas block clearance. https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1573/26057345134_44111ed597_c.jpg https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1711/26058778133_2d0fd14a43_c.jpg Got it all put together, and found out I forgot to order a bolt..........DUH! https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1568/26597448671_ebc820821e_b.jpg https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1659/26636450556_3e4776d82c_b.jpg https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1680/26569724862_39f0e12de7_b.jpg https://c2.staticflickr.com/2/1524/26663068105_db970fdbed_b.jpg View Quote Nice!! Let us know how she shoots! |
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Nice build. You should shoot the MOA challenge with it once it's finished. I've found 77gr Norma shoots pretty well.
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Nice build. You should shoot the MOA challenge with it once it's finished. I've found 77gr Norma shoots pretty well. View Quote I got some of that ammo to try. But after I test function with M193, I'll try some of that and my 77gr. Federal Gold Medal Match That is what LaRue used to shoot test groups before shipping all their 5.56 rifles. For optics I will be using an extra Kahles K624 mounted in LaRue rings |
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Where is the thread on the MOA challenge? Got a link? I know I've read it I just forgot where. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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Nice build. You should shoot the MOA challenge with it once it's finished. I've found 77gr Norma shoots pretty well. Where is the thread on the MOA challenge? Got a link? I know I've read it I just forgot where. Here |
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Yes I shot it last weekend. Ran into a little problem.
It wouldn't extract, unless I used the charging handle. tried 3 rounds. Then took off handguards and found the op rod was not moving at all. It seem when I received the gas block it was in the no gas position. So I adjusted it the 4.5 turns, and reassembled the handguards. Went outside and it was getting dark. This past weekend I was in Minnesota for the granddaughters elementary school graduation. Got back late last night. Today I planned on trying it out and the roofing contractor finally shows up to replace my battered roof. Can't do any shooting with them working right next to my private range. Tomorrow the roll off will be sitting in the range So the new plan is this weekend, if it not raining. Can't believe it's this hard to find the time to shoot. |
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