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I have a DPMS AP4 and I'm wanting to start dressing it up. One of the things I am wanting to do is to replace the factory handguard and replace it with a rail. I've never done this before and was wanting to know if someone can give me some advice on how and what to do? Is it hard to take off and replace? Will I need any tools?
Also, can someone recommend and good rail system for me at a decent price. I'm wanting to put a bi-pod on it.
Thanks,
Joe
There are some dedicated tools for this, but if you have a pair of channel locks, then try this.
Remove the upper, brace it on the floor with knees shoulder, whatever. With two hands free, use the plastic/foam handles of the channel lock to bear down on the delta ring. Then, now this is tricky, maintain the downward pressure on the delta ring and free a hand to remove the handguards.
It will work.
I've used Troy's rails on several of my m-forgeries. They sell at a reasonable price, easy installation IMHO. For a bipod, that's a big decision you may need, or the hivemind can chime in on, to ponder. As for installation, I suspect most bipods will have an adapter to attach to your rails.
Best,
Ed