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That's true. I like the look of them and the thought of not removing my red dot if I want iron sights. I Just don't know if after every removal of the red dot if I would need to sight it in again. That just sounds like a pain. On the other hand if I do have a bunch of extra parts just an excuse to start a full build lol.
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Originally Posted By Samheil: That's true. I like the look of them and the thought of not removing my red dot if I want iron sights. I Just don't know if after every removal of the red dot if I would need to sight it in again. That just sounds like a pain. On the other hand if I do have a bunch of extra parts just an excuse to start a full build lol. View Quote Yup, that's how it all starts. |
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"Mark my words, the coming war will not be fought on the frontier, or on some distant battle field, but amoungst us and amoung our homes! Our children will learn of it with their own eyes..."
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haha ok ok.
Here is the only pic I have right now. I threw the optic on right before taking this. http://ericw.info/images/erics-ar.jpg |
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I will say, having a box of parts is dangerous! I bought my first AR last month (bushmaster carbon 15) it has all the novelty parts you could want on one, (I always wanted a "tac ta cool" AR so I built one) but now I'm already halfway done putting together another AR, waiting on upper minus barrel or gas tube and lower now, after a week anything I bought for my original gun I'd just buy 2 so I'd have the part whenever I got my next. It's addictive!
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Originally Posted By xhostilex001: haha ok ok. Here is the only pic I have right now. I threw the optic on right before taking this. http://ericw.info/images/erics-ar.jpg View Quote The only thing I would change is where the sling mounts, especially if you use a single point. |
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"Mark my words, the coming war will not be fought on the frontier, or on some distant battle field, but amoungst us and amoung our homes! Our children will learn of it with their own eyes..."
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Originally Posted By Lbfennell: I will say, having a box of parts is dangerous! I bought my first AR last month (bushmaster carbon 15) it has all the novelty parts you could want on one, (I always wanted a "tac ta cool" AR so I built one) but now I'm already halfway done putting together another AR, waiting on upper minus barrel or gas tube and lower now, after a week anything I bought for my original gun I'd just buy 2 so I'd have the part whenever I got my next. It's addictive! View Quote Worse then a crack habit. |
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"Mark my words, the coming war will not be fought on the frontier, or on some distant battle field, but amoungst us and amoung our homes! Our children will learn of it with their own eyes..."
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Well I guess ill add my contribution to this thread. I m jason I found this site 5 or 6 years ago and love all the info and very knowledgeable people here. in the next few mo. I'll be starting my 1st build using an jmt 80% lower looking to build somthing fun for the range and when im up at my buddies in wi. Going to keep this cheap but not going to buy crap parts . I know I will find all the info I need here .looking forward to posting my build , and pic, king some of your brains for parts I may not know where to find.
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My name is Daniel Murray and I'm brand new to the site and to AR-15's. I just got mine a few weeks ago. only put 30 rounds through it. I have multiple questions about it. First, whats better, steel or brass ammo? I heard that steel is harder on the barrel and extractor and shortens the life of the rifle. Also, where can I get a good scope for it?
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Originally Posted By VA-gunnut:
If you want to introduce yourself, share pics of your first rifle, or just have basic questions about the site, please use this thread. Here is a helpful Resource for new members. Link View Quote Don't forget this "The list" http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_169/560217_Acronyms_and_Abbreviations_in_common_use_on_AR15_com.html |
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New guy here. New to the forum and new to the AR platform. I plan on buying a Colt LE6920MP on Tuesday granted research and exploring other options goes right. I'm reading around on the forum a little bit while I'm posting this so I might ask a few questions in this post that I answer for myself in the next ten minutes. The AR I'm looking to purchase is a carbine style firearm. I'll be using the firearm as a paper punch and a coyote killer, and a crime repellent if need be.
One of my biggest questions is what needs to happen or is it possible for me to put a 20" barrel on this gun? I can't believe how versatile the platform is that it's that hard if you can but maybe it is? Can anyone answer that, in English? Can I put in an ambi safety and mag release in the stock lower or does it require a special lower? Is it a PITA to swap upper receivers and will it wear out the pin holes in lower from doing it a lot? Shortly after my purchase I want to buy a .22LR upper and more than likely this is how I'll have to be able to switch out to a 20" barrel? I guess that's all I can think of for now. Thanks in advance for answering any questions or giving me good advice. I tend to be a quick learner on stuff I'm into and I hope I comprehend all this information quickly. |
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Originally Posted By murrayjdaniel94: My name is Daniel Murray and I'm brand new to the site and to AR-15's. I just got mine a few weeks ago. only put 30 rounds through it. I have multiple questions about it. First, whats better, steel or brass ammo? I heard that steel is harder on the barrel and extractor and shortens the life of the rifle. Also, where can I get a good scope for it? View Quote Welcome! Take the time to read the Ammo FAQ I have no problems using steel cased ammo. You'll have to read the optics forum to get an idea of what will meet your needs. |
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"Mark my words, the coming war will not be fought on the frontier, or on some distant battle field, but amoungst us and amoung our homes! Our children will learn of it with their own eyes..."
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Originally Posted By dphill: Don't forget this "The list" http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_169/560217_Acronyms_and_Abbreviations_in_common_use_on_AR15_com.html View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By dphill: Don't forget this "The list" http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_169/560217_Acronyms_and_Abbreviations_in_common_use_on_AR15_com.html I added it to the OP. |
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"Mark my words, the coming war will not be fought on the frontier, or on some distant battle field, but amoungst us and amoung our homes! Our children will learn of it with their own eyes..."
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Originally Posted By crawford714: New guy here. New to the forum and new to the AR platform. I plan on buying a Colt LE6920MP on Tuesday granted research and exploring other options goes right. I'm reading around on the forum a little bit while I'm posting this so I might ask a few questions in this post that I answer for myself in the next ten minutes. The AR I'm looking to purchase is a carbine style firearm. I'll be using the firearm as a paper punch and a coyote killer, and a crime repellent if need be. One of my biggest questions is what needs to happen or is it possible for me to put a 20" barrel on this gun? I can't believe how versatile the platform is that it's that hard if you can but maybe it is? Can anyone answer that, in English? Can I put in an ambi safety and mag release in the stock lower or does it require a special lower? Is it a PITA to swap upper receivers and will it wear out the pin holes in lower from doing it a lot? Shortly after my purchase I want to buy a .22LR upper and more than likely this is how I'll have to be able to switch out to a 20" barrel? I guess that's all I can think of for now. Thanks in advance for answering any questions or giving me good advice. I tend to be a quick learner on stuff I'm into and I hope I comprehend all this information quickly. View Quote Yes, you can swap out various uppers to meet your differing needs. Of course you'll probably soon realize that once you have the uppers, it's not much more money to get some lowers to go with them. |
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"Mark my words, the coming war will not be fought on the frontier, or on some distant battle field, but amoungst us and amoung our homes! Our children will learn of it with their own eyes..."
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Originally Posted By VA-gunnut:
Yes, you can swap out various uppers to meet your differing needs. Of course you'll probably soon realize that once you have the uppers, it's not much more money to get some lowers to go with them. View Quote You're probably right, but I will buy an upper to swap first then work on buying a lower to build. Like I said, I am brand new to playing with ARs. (Ok, so I shouldn't say playing, because you shouldn't play with a gun, but you get what I mean.) |
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Originally Posted By crawford714: You're probably right, but I will buy an upper to swap first then work on buying a lower to build. Like I said, I am brand new to playing with ARs. (Ok, so I shouldn't say playing, because you shouldn't play with a gun, but you get what I mean.) View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By crawford714: Originally Posted By VA-gunnut: Yes, you can swap out various uppers to meet your differing needs. Of course you'll probably soon realize that once you have the uppers, it's not much more money to get some lowers to go with them. You're probably right, but I will buy an upper to swap first then work on buying a lower to build. Like I said, I am brand new to playing with ARs. (Ok, so I shouldn't say playing, because you shouldn't play with a gun, but you get what I mean.) While you can find some that object to words like that, I'm not one of them. |
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Oh wise and great VA-gunnut,
I will be moving BACK to VA this summer after a 10 year absence, and I decided to build my first non-issued AR before I make the move because I really want to annoy my soon to be new governer. My question to you Sir, "Where should I post my topic for advice on my franken build" (AR variants Hometown Virginia Newbie pages DIY pages etc. etc.) My build list so far plus some things I am considering: Tactical Machining Multi Cal Blem Lower with special edition Frankenstien face engraving and special Frankenstein serial number: Bought POF USA singal stage drop in trigger: Bought Plank of Ash for custom home made thumbhole stock: Bought Big Bore Caliber (thinking 450 Bushmaster unless I get a better suggestion) Twin tube LaFrance Impingement gas tube Carbine length Bull or Heavy Barrel Thank you in advance to anyone who can help me on this... |
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I would start with the BIY forum to get a greater number of suggestions.
The HTF would be good if you're looking for info for the current state of affairs in VA. |
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"Mark my words, the coming war will not be fought on the frontier, or on some distant battle field, but amoungst us and amoung our homes! Our children will learn of it with their own eyes..."
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Thanks! I'll be sure to repost there today...
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One shot One Kill because I'm to broke to waste ammo.
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Originally Posted By xhostilex001:
Finally got around to taking a decent shot! http://www.evolvstudios.com/images/sotar.jpg View Quote That sure is purty. TXL |
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America needs to Reject Obamacare like America rejected the metric system. Rustygun |
Originally Posted By TxLewis:
That sure is purty. TXL View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By TxLewis:
Originally Posted By xhostilex001:
Finally got around to taking a decent shot! http://www.evolvstudios.com/images/sotar.jpg That sure is purty. TXL ty magpul mied 1.1 grips, a proper single point harness adapter, and a few other goodies are on their way. It's hard to say no to upgrades when a majority of them are so cheap. lol |
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Originally Posted By xhostilex001: ty magpul mied 1.1 grips, a proper single point harness adapter, and a few other goodies are on their way. It's hard to say no to upgrades when a majority of them are so cheap. lol View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By xhostilex001: Originally Posted By TxLewis: Originally Posted By xhostilex001: Finally got around to taking a decent shot! http://www.evolvstudios.com/images/sotar.jpg That sure is purty. TXL ty magpul mied 1.1 grips, a proper single point harness adapter, and a few other goodies are on their way. It's hard to say no to upgrades when a majority of them are so cheap. lol I like the looks of the floor too. |
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Originally Posted By ReverendOD: Although not new to the semi auto rifle world this is my first AR-15. M&P15 Sport Nikon P223 3x32 "Noname&Co" single stage drop in trigger Keeping things simple and light at this point. Going to add a MOE-K2 grip, MFT Minimialist Stock, and a MI SS Free Float. https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-H-rSMnwN8N8/UxScw5tB4uI/AAAAAAAALxI/ANTLfdm5svo/w846-h477-no/IMG_20140303_091544_626.jpg https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Mxl8M9MUrNI/UxSc07ictQI/AAAAAAAALww/Yrzn0MvlV1A/w846-h477-no/IMG_20140303_091630_658.jpg https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-iNufXvVci3A/UxSczvMGsJI/AAAAAAAALwk/AHdYvgVvwMQ/w846-h477-no/IMG_20140303_091620_632.jpg View Quote Welcome, and thank for sharing the pics. |
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"Mark my words, the coming war will not be fought on the frontier, or on some distant battle field, but amoungst us and amoung our homes! Our children will learn of it with their own eyes..."
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Hi Ya all! (sorry I'm late on this)
Total AR15 newb ova here. I currently reside in Box Elder, SD. We moved back here last summer from Missouri. WOOT! We are soo happy to be back. Anyways, retired from the USAF after 23+ years. Working for a wood manufacturing company. I have been lurking off n on for a few years. I HAD an account, but made the mistake having it registered with my mil email since none of my other email accounts would work. Hence, having to make a NEW account and start over. NO biggie. My wife and I look like we might have some more financial equity to use for things like rifles, pistols, etc. I have started looking at all kinds of ARs and have decided I will go the easy route, for now, and get one that is already setup. After many hours last night reading posts on this website and others, I think I might build an AR hunting rifle in the next year or two after I get my wife's done. My wife and I are starting at basically ground zero since we only have my 357 GP100, SW99 .40, and Marlin 60 22 rifle. We WANT ( and I mean WAAAAAAANT) to go hunting this year, but we gotta get rifles. I need to figure out a 243 setup that is light!! and low recoil for her since she is so short (but that's another plan since I think she wants an actual hunting rifle and not an AR15-type). We plan to get her an MP15/22 MG for plinking. She fell in love with it and is all giddy waiting on it. Can't hunt deer with it, so I gotta get another rifle. for my first AR... already setup with no mods needed. 556/223 adjustable stock NO FSB that looks like what I used back in 1990 in Basic. I HATE IT. I think it's called the A2 version? if wrong, please correct. prefer a flat top gas block DO NOT need top of the line since it's main purpose will be Home Defense and plinking. No hunting. 16" barrel? I think my limit is currently $1000, but I won't scoff at spending less so i can buy more clips, sling, light, and ammo. LOTS of ammo. I don't want to spend too much on this one since I want to build an SPR later. I want plenty of moolah for it so I can pick n choose. It'll be one of my deer hunting rifles.... probably in 308 or 243? Oh, it needs to be something I can buy locally so I can handle/feel the rifle before I buy. Once I get more knowledge, then I'll buy most everything online. After I get done at the Job Fair today, I'm gonna hit a few stores and get some numbers. Maybe post em up and see what ya all say. I already know there are some rifles you guys would prefer that are at those stores, but when I looked at em, they didn't make the cut for various reasons (cost, caliber, barrel length, no sights or has that gawd-awful A2 FSB, etc) Just to eliminate some posts, I don't need "just build it" posts since I don't want or need that hassle currently. If you have a rifle picked out but doesn't quite meet, at least, the criteria i have selected, then give input on what i can do to meet said criteria, that will keep it at or under $1000. Please let me know if you have any questions for me to get specific answers or insight. Since I'm a newb, I don't know all there is to know what I should or should not do. Thank you for any and all input. also, Should I have put this post somewhere else so people can post but not overload this topic area? Scot "Z" |
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Not knowing what your local shops carry makes it difficult to make any recommendations, but most will carry ARs made by Sig Sauer or Windham Weaponry in the $700-$800 range, either of which are good basic rifles...
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Originally Posted By AlabamaPaul:
Not knowing what your local shops carry makes it difficult to make any recommendations, but most will carry ARs made by Sig Sauer or Windham Weaponry in the $700-$800 range, either of which are good basic rifles... View Quote which is why I'm going out this afternoon to get some info. all we've basically got is Cabela's, Scheel's, and a bunch of lil shops. so far, Scheel's has been the most helpful and their prices are beating up Cabela's. |
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We needed a thread like this for the 13ers, could've saved a lot of herp and some derp...
No pistols yet? My first ground up build: " /> |
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Originally Posted By sdAR15tourer: which is why I'm going out this afternoon to get some info. all we've basically got is Cabela's, Scheel's, and a bunch of lil shops. so far, Scheel's has been the most helpful and their prices are beating up Cabela's. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By sdAR15tourer: Originally Posted By AlabamaPaul: Not knowing what your local shops carry makes it difficult to make any recommendations, but most will carry ARs made by Sig Sauer or Windham Weaponry in the $700-$800 range, either of which are good basic rifles... which is why I'm going out this afternoon to get some info. all we've basically got is Cabela's, Scheel's, and a bunch of lil shops. so far, Scheel's has been the most helpful and their prices are beating up Cabela's. Once you have a list of what is available, let us know. |
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Originally Posted By jpistol77: We needed a thread like this for the 13ers, could've saved a lot of herp and some derp... No pistols yet? My first ground up build: http://<a href=http://i815.photobucket.com/albums/zz74/jpistol77/A_R/IMG_20140115_215141_071_zpsb72f5936.jpg</a>" /> View Quote |
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Name is Tyler, new to the site, been an occasional lurker, very active on opencarry.org and other forums, so if the username is familiar, that is why.
always been a kalash fan, have handled others AR's quite a bit but just picked up some of my own, a carbon 15 and ive also gotten a poly 80 lower to build up and an omni lower on order i can play with, if you cant tell, i am a fan of poly rifles, i know they arent battle tough but for plinking or HD they are fine in my opinion, ill keep the K's for shtf. |
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Mike here. I have an old Bushy XM15-E2S and just starting to think about my first build.
Can someone point me to a list of calibers that will fit standard AR mags? I'm running out of room in the safe and don't want to buy more mags. |
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Originally Posted By Sigifrith:
Mike here. I have an old Bushy XM15-E2S and just starting to think about my first build. Can someone point me to a list of calibers that will fit standard AR mags? I'm running out of room in the safe and don't want to buy more mags. View Quote Off the top of my head there is .223/5.56, 300 Blackout, and 458 SOCOM. |
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Recently bought a Sig 556 SWAT Patrol.
Absolutely love it, but not the Swiss stock. How do I know if the Double Diamond adapter plate will work with my rifle. Glad to be on such an amazing site, btw. From NE Ohio. |
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Originally Posted By ardsnarf: Recently bought a Sig 556 SWAT Patrol. Absolutely love it, but not the Swiss stock. How do I know if the Double Diamond adapter plate will work with my rifle. Glad to be on such an amazing site, btw. From NE Ohio. View Quote Check in the SigRiflesForum, as I'm sure the folks in there will know. |
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Hi, I am ThetaXByTheSea.
I am an n00b (NEWB) to the site but have been around guns my whole life. I do own an AR-15 (Bushy XM15, A2 head to toe) and have a mini collection of pistols, shotguns, and rifles. I like the way the AR can be customized to make it your own and am working on (very slowly mind you) building my own. I cant wait to learn a ton from this site. TXBS |
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Welcome!
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"Mark my words, the coming war will not be fought on the frontier, or on some distant battle field, but amoungst us and amoung our homes! Our children will learn of it with their own eyes..."
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Hi there... infrequent lurker coming out of the shadows. Fairly new to all of this and looking forward to learning more.
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Welcome to you both!
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"Mark my words, the coming war will not be fought on the frontier, or on some distant battle field, but amoungst us and amoung our homes! Our children will learn of it with their own eyes..."
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Originally Posted By sdAR15tourer:
which is why I'm going out this afternoon to get some info. all we've basically got is Cabela's, Scheel's, and a bunch of lil shops. so far, Scheel's has been the most helpful and their prices are beating up Cabela's. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By sdAR15tourer:
Originally Posted By AlabamaPaul:
Not knowing what your local shops carry makes it difficult to make any recommendations, but most will carry ARs made by Sig Sauer or Windham Weaponry in the $700-$800 range, either of which are good basic rifles... which is why I'm going out this afternoon to get some info. all we've basically got is Cabela's, Scheel's, and a bunch of lil shops. so far, Scheel's has been the most helpful and their prices are beating up Cabela's. Just noticed you're from SD, don't forget to check out Walmart. They sell these for around $1100. At least a bit east of you they do. |
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Hello guys/gals,
I'm new to the forum although I've been rummaging through the threads for a couple of years now. I just recently purchased my first AR here in the wonderful, gun loving state of California. I brought home a Daniel Defense DDM4v5 and will be deflowering her this weekend....can't wait!!! I commend you all for the vast amounts of information provided in these threads and look forward to soaking it all in. |
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"Mark my words, the coming war will not be fought on the frontier, or on some distant battle field, but amoungst us and amoung our homes! Our children will learn of it with their own eyes..."
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Spray CLP is your friend for forgotten lube, and your pins will loosen up shortly...
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Originally Posted By SeaSmoke: So after all of this rambling, I have two questions: Like an ill-informed and impulsive bonehead, I put my AR together dry, what should I do? Do I need to fully disassemble the lower to hit the lube points? Also, my pivot pin and takedown pin are a very hard to pop out with finger pressure. Is this common? If not, is it because of my failure to lube? View Quote Welcome! I would just get the carrier assembly wet before your first range trip. Once you've fired off a mag or two, you'll have plenty of oil coating you and your rifle. The take down pins are difficult because you have a tight fit. I've seen pins that were so tight, that you needed a punch and hammer to drive them out. You could try a little oil on the pins to see if that helps though. |
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Howdy, brand new to the site, don't even really know where everything is in here yet. Got the itch for an AR and I'm gonna build my first. Will be reading a lot in here. Want to shoot predators and just have one around the house.
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Originally Posted By mckenziehunterj: Howdy, brand new to the site, don't even really know where everything is in here yet. Got the itch for an AR and I'm gonna build my first. Will be reading a lot in here. Want to shoot predators and just have one around the house. Josh View Quote |
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