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Posted: 3/9/2017 2:26:02 PM EDT
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Have any period photos of the 733 ever shown up??
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Posted: 3/10/2017 11:43:20 AM EDT
[Last Edit: imdBman]
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Why can't I see the current post by M4A1. The A2 Build Forum shows he posted but the last post on the page is 3/5/2017.
ETA: Strange! After posting this, page 23 was available. |
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Posted: 3/10/2017 11:54:49 AM EDT
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I noticed the same thing. Weird.
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Posted: 3/10/2017 2:57:24 PM EDT
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I applied the "fix" but everything looked okay to me, from here.
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Posted: 3/10/2017 3:42:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By HardShell:
I applied the "fix" but everything looked okay to me, from here. That's 'cause you got the magic power. 
Before I reported the thread, I even tried to go to page 23 by manually changing the link in the address bar and it took me to page 12. Thanks for fixing it. |
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Posted: 4/9/2017 11:25:30 AM EDT
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More BHD inspired and not exactly 100% correct but I like it. Colt 6400 lower Colt N1 stock Colt A1/C7 upper, later production with M4 feed ramps Colt 14.5" M4 profile barrel with pinned A2X flash hider Colt 6 hole handguards Colt side sling swivel Surefire barrel light mount with Streamlight Rail Mount 2 light Frank Proctor Way of the Gun sling Eventually I'm going to put a Aimpoint PRO on the carry handle and call it complete at that point. |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 4/9/2017 7:56:54 PM EDT
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That is so nice!!!!!!
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WA, USA
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Posted: 4/12/2017 10:38:14 PM EDT
[Last Edit: survivor45]
[#8]
OK rear sight question.
Would the 727 have an 8/3 or 6/3 elevation drum ? Does it really matter if it's an 8/3 ? |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 4/12/2017 11:15:06 PM EDT
[#9]
727 used standard A2 upper, so 8/3.
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WA, USA
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Posted: 4/12/2017 11:18:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By retroguy:
727 used standard A2 upper, so 8/3. Thanks |
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TN, USA
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Posted: 4/18/2017 4:20:49 PM EDT
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This thread has inspired me to do a car15 build... last night I took my old Aimpoint 3000 (silver) off of my muzzle loader (odd I know). I had put the 3000 on there in the early 90's and forgot about it... it is silver so it will need a paint job, but it does work.
I had the muzzle loader on my table at a show last weekend. Asking $100 for the entire combo lol . Looks like the scope is worth that by itself. I have a donor AR, but I will need a mount and rings. I may be able to dig the box up and see if the original rings are in the box. Is the ARMS mount the one to get ? What rings? |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 4/18/2017 7:05:47 PM EDT
[#12]
PM,
Get rings that fit the tube body, ones that mate to a Weaver/Picatinny mount. The mount should be a simple squared see-through "tube" mount. |
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Posted: 4/20/2017 10:14:49 AM EDT
[#13]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By pinmaster:
This thread has inspired me to do a car15 build... last night I took my old Aimpoint 3000 (silver) off of my muzzle loader (odd I know). I had put the 3000 on there in the early 90's and forgot about it... it is silver so it will need a paint job, but it does work. I had the muzzle loader on my table at a show last weekend. Asking $100 for the entire combo lol . Looks like the scope is worth that by itself. I have a donor AR, but I will need a mount and rings. I may be able to dig the box up and see if the original rings are in the box. Is the ARMS mount the one to get ? What rings? |
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Posted: 4/20/2017 2:25:07 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Joescuba]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By pinmaster:
This thread has inspired me to do a car15 build... last night I took my old Aimpoint 3000 (silver) off of my muzzle loader (odd I know). I had put the 3000 on there in the early 90's and forgot about it... it is silver so it will need a paint job, but it does work. I had the muzzle loader on my table at a show last weekend. Asking $100 for the entire combo lol . Looks like the scope is worth that by itself. I have a donor AR, but I will need a mount and rings. I may be able to dig the box up and see if the original rings are in the box. Is the ARMS mount the one to get ? What rings? |
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Posted: 4/23/2017 4:25:27 PM EDT
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TX, USA
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Posted: 4/23/2017 4:59:56 PM EDT
[#16]
VERY nice!! ......lever action bayonet?
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Posted: 4/30/2017 10:50:05 PM EDT
[Last Edit: gunnut003]
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Aimpoint 3000 on eBay , item number 112381620847 that went for $435...another for $387
What in the actual wtf? 
Glad I got mine for a quarter of that each,  Attached File |
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Posted: 5/1/2017 12:36:56 AM EDT
[Last Edit: imdBman]
[#18]
BAD LINK^^^^
ETA: Sorry I got th bad link again |
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Posted: 5/1/2017 1:02:37 AM EDT
[#19]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By imdBman:
BAD LINK^^^^^
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Posted: 5/2/2017 1:32:57 AM EDT
[Last Edit: gunnut003]
[#20]
Here Is the scope that came in today for me...kinda wish I would have got the second one also.
 Attached File Attached FileIt is a 1995 date code but I might sneak it on a BHD Clone anyway...the '89 10x M3A seems kinda much even if correct on a 727. Or it may just spawn into an M24 as it was originally designed anyway. |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2017 12:10:08 PM EDT
[Last Edit: JJREA]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gunnut003:
Here Is the scope that came in today for me...kinda wish I would have got the second one also. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/64672/image-199768.JPG It is a 1995 date code but I might sneak it on a BHD Clone anyway...the '89 10x M3A seems kinda much even if correct on a 727. Or it may just spawn into an M24 as it was originally designed anyway. But yeah an M24 would be awesome too. How much did you get it for? I dig that scope terribly. 
Ooops, yeah, I was referring to the 10x..... I just noticed the 3-6 after posting. I didn't even know they made it in that power. Interesting. But yeah, that'd be cool. Can we get a pic of the whole scope? |
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ID, USA
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Posted: 5/3/2017 7:51:55 PM EDT
[#22]
WOW! Maybe I should put mine up for sale!
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Posted: 5/6/2017 7:39:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By M4A1SOPMOD:
VERY nice!! ......lever action bayonet?  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/5/2017 1:13:04 AM EDT
[Last Edit: MDStroup]
[#24]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Wildcat78:
https://c1.staticflickr.com/3/2930/33113645123_91a531072b_o.jpg More BHD inspired and not exactly 100% correct but I like it. Colt 6400 lower Colt N1 stock Colt A1/C7 upper, later production with M4 feed ramps Colt 14.5" M4 profile barrel with pinned A2X flash hider Colt 6 hole handguards Colt side sling swivel Surefire barrel light mount with Streamlight Rail Mount 2 light Frank Proctor Way of the Gun sling Eventually I'm going to put a Aimpoint PRO on the carry handle and call it complete at that point. This looks awesome. Hopefully mine will be done some day soon. How do you like that sling? I just found out about it and i keep seeing on retro and classic guns. |
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Posted: 9/5/2017 1:46:55 AM EDT
[#25]
I need to buy a sling and redo the muzzle device on mine and I will be done.
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USA
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Posted: 9/9/2017 8:40:16 AM EDT
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can someone point me in the right direction for a guide to building a "Somalia" correct sling for a 727 similar to what is shown in BHD?
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Posted: 9/9/2017 10:17:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By merchantoffreedom:
can someone point me in the right direction for a guide to building a "Somalia" correct sling for a 727 similar to what is shown in BHD? |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 9/9/2017 9:17:58 PM EDT
[#28]
Besides buying the NDS two-position buffer tube, would it be kosher to buy a current mil-spec tube, then JBWeld one of two of the holes?
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Posted: 9/9/2017 9:32:18 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/10/2017 8:42:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tweeter:
https://s20.postimg.org/3mlwdb9vx/IMG_0680.jpg
(nice gat) |
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Posted: 9/10/2017 9:07:23 AM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By grondike:
Dude, wtf is wrong with your toenails? |
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Posted: 9/10/2017 10:47:28 PM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tweeter:
https://s20.postimg.org/3mlwdb9vx/IMG_0680.jpg |
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Posted: 9/10/2017 10:52:58 PM EDT
[#33]
Those look like those toe fitting rubber soled shoes that so many wear for hiking and running these days.
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USA
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Posted: 9/13/2017 7:00:09 PM EDT
[Last Edit: merchantoffreedom]
[#34]
my BHD 727 "Hoot" inspired build
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Posted: 9/14/2017 1:13:34 PM EDT
[#35]
What barrel did you use? Very awesome build.
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USA
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Posted: 9/14/2017 1:49:19 PM EDT
[#36]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JJREA:
What barrel did you use? Very awesome build. |
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Posted: 9/14/2017 2:41:19 PM EDT
[#37]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By merchantoffreedom:
Green Mountain M4 1/7 14.5" |
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USA
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Posted: 9/14/2017 8:39:06 PM EDT
[Last Edit: merchantoffreedom]
[#38]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MDStroup:
Awesome. How is the accuracy and who did the A2 front sight? John Thomas at RetroArmsWorks did the pin and weld and FSB install |
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Posted: 9/16/2017 2:10:13 PM EDT
[#39]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By merchantoffreedom:
Haven't shot it yet John Thomas at RetroArmsWorks did the pin and weld and FSB install Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By merchantoffreedom:
Originally Posted By MDStroup:
Awesome. How is the accuracy and who did the A2 front sight? John Thomas at RetroArmsWorks did the pin and weld and FSB install |
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WA, USA
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Posted: 9/18/2017 9:30:18 PM EDT
[#40]
So this started off as just parts I had laying around. And those parts were not really worth selling.
After putting it together I realized I sorta have a 727. Then I stumbled across an Aimpoint 2000 ($24.00) And from there it was game on! Assembled the sling. Found a Surfire 6P and barrel mount. Then later I found this surefire classic ($25.00). And here it is. This is just an Inspired build. Sadly the only Colt parts are the upper, charging handle, the pistol grip. And New Old Stock Large Head Forward Assist. Other parts: 80% lower, Unknown lower parts kit, DSA Sstl barrel pined. Larue BCG, Unknown skinny handguards Older unknown two position buffer tube and aluminum CAR stock. I will certainly swap out odd parts for Colt if I happen to stumble across them for a decent price. I am very happy with it. Its a shooter/BFPU. This is a great thread and I hope we can get back all those very informative photos. Thanks to all the people above me.  IMG_2069 by A D, on Flickr
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Posted: 9/18/2017 11:34:19 PM EDT
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Awwww yeah. Great deal on the 2000. I think I'm going to start looking for one. I saw one on ebay for less than I thought they we would be going for.
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Posted: 9/19/2017 9:01:38 AM EDT
[Last Edit: tweeter]
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By survivor45:
So this started off as just parts I had laying around. And those parts were not really worth selling. After putting it together I realized I sorta have a 727. Then I stumbled across an Aimpoint 2000 ($24.00) And from there it was game on! Assembled the sling. Found a Surfire 6P and barrel mount. Then later I found this surefire classic ($25.00). And here it is. This is just an Inspired build. Sadly the only Colt parts are the upper, charging handle, the pistol grip. And New Old Stock Large Head Forward Assist. Other parts: 80% lower, Unknown lower parts kit, DSA Sstl barrel pined. Larue BCG, Unknown skinny handguards Older unknown two position buffer tube and aluminum CAR stock. I will certainly swap out odd parts for Colt if I happen to stumble across them for a decent price. I am very happy with it. Its a shooter/BFPU. This is a great thread and I hope we can get back all those very informative photos. Thanks to all the people above me. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4407/37124893266_e6b089b6eb_h.jpgIMG_2069 by A D, on Flickr Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By survivor45:
So this started off as just parts I had laying around. And those parts were not really worth selling. After putting it together I realized I sorta have a 727. Then I stumbled across an Aimpoint 2000 ($24.00) And from there it was game on! Assembled the sling. Found a Surfire 6P and barrel mount. Then later I found this surefire classic ($25.00). And here it is. This is just an Inspired build. Sadly the only Colt parts are the upper, charging handle, the pistol grip. And New Old Stock Large Head Forward Assist. Other parts: 80% lower, Unknown lower parts kit, DSA Sstl barrel pined. Larue BCG, Unknown skinny handguards Older unknown two position buffer tube and aluminum CAR stock. I will certainly swap out odd parts for Colt if I happen to stumble across them for a decent price. I am very happy with it. Its a shooter/BFPU. This is a great thread and I hope we can get back all those very informative photos. Thanks to all the people above me. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4407/37124893266_e6b089b6eb_h.jpgIMG_2069 by A D, on Flickr Originally Posted By DaveP1:
Those look like those toe fitting rubber soled shoes that so many wear for hiking and running these days. That's how I get around 'em |
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WA, USA
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Posted: 9/19/2017 10:41:12 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By tweeter:
I just threw down $200+ for a 3000 in amazing condition I could not believe this one was so cheap. But clearly the gentleman who was selling it did not go on eBay for a price check. And it works great. |
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Posted: 9/19/2017 11:00:41 AM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By survivor45:
I love the "search" for good deals and parts. But honestly my only knowledge of these early Aimpoints was/is from this thread. I could not believe this one was so cheap. But clearly the gentleman who was selling it did not go on eBay for a price check. And it works great. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By survivor45:
Originally Posted By tweeter:
I just threw down $200+ for a 3000 in amazing condition I could not believe this one was so cheap. But clearly the gentleman who was selling it did not go on eBay for a price check. And it works great. No idea what I'm gonna do with the old one, maybe try to fix it. If I go that route I'll try to upgrade the rheostat to something that's not so mushy or will move out of range. |
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Posted: 9/19/2017 11:24:56 AM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mech4matsnova:
What mount is that on the FSB? |
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Posted: 9/19/2017 2:33:01 PM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By survivor45:
So this started off as just parts I had laying around. And those parts were not really worth selling. After putting it together I realized I sorta have a 727. Then I stumbled across an Aimpoint 2000 ($24.00) And from there it was game on! Assembled the sling. Found a Surfire 6P and barrel mount. Then later I found this surefire classic ($25.00). And here it is. This is just an Inspired build. Sadly the only Colt parts are the upper, charging handle, the pistol grip. And New Old Stock Large Head Forward Assist. Other parts: 80% lower, Unknown lower parts kit, DSA Sstl barrel pined. Larue BCG, Unknown skinny handguards Older unknown two position buffer tube and aluminum CAR stock. I will certainly swap out odd parts for Colt if I happen to stumble across them for a decent price. I am very happy with it. Its a shooter/BFPU. This is a great thread and I hope we can get back all those very informative photos. Thanks to all the people above me. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4407/37124893266_e6b089b6eb_h.jpgIMG_2069 by A D, on Flickr That gun is fucking awesome!!!!! But what is that sling? |
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WA, USA
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Posted: 9/19/2017 3:29:44 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MDStroup:
@survivor45 That gun is fucking awesome!!!!! But what is that sling? The sling is an Alice Pack shoulder strap and a standard Mil Issue black cotton sling. Again all ideas I got from this thread. |
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Posted: 9/24/2017 11:50:34 AM EDT
[Last Edit: tweeter]
[#48]
I'm still waiting on some Weaver low rings and an IR tip-off to fix the light, it's on a medium right now I also have another set of vert-split Weaver rings that aren't painted. Just in case the painted ones damage delicate sensibilities |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 9/24/2017 9:12:07 PM EDT
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IF I can ever get going on my 727, y'all will NOT believe some of the parts I managed to find for it.
Yes, I know, being a tease. My bad. |
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Posted: 9/24/2017 11:40:37 PM EDT
[#50]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By retroguy:
IF I can ever get going on my 727, y'all will NOT believe some of the parts I managed to find for it. Yes, I know, being a tease. My bad. What I don't have is Aimpoint or light etc. |
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