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Posted: 12/12/2020 10:15:38 AM EDT
[#1]
Good to hear. I do have a drill press, even though it's a cheapo Ryobi.
I'm going to add what all I have in my carts at various places to make sure I have what I need to do this. AK-Builder (plus I would pick up a 3mm reamer from somewhere):  Attached FileThen everything on this page - Robert Forbus (or would I be better off with the ak builder barrel press kit?0 |
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Posted: 12/12/2020 8:55:02 PM EDT
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I didn't use a press for my FSB, just dropped it on there and used my hammer and a piece of wood IIRC.
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Posted: 12/13/2020 12:55:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I didn't use a press for my FSB, just dropped it on there and used my hammer and a piece of wood IIRC. |
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Posted: 12/13/2020 8:26:29 PM EDT
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Scratch the toth tool, insert hammer.
 Attached FileCouldn't get it on any further, but I've got air/gas flow.  Attached FileI found out the rear 2 tabs on the upper handguard are going to take some tweaking too. The gas tube is too fat back there. |
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Posted: 12/13/2020 10:40:36 PM EDT
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Spamming my own post.
As much as I wanted to save that tab, I only had 2.5mm of clearance between the gas block and lower rail. Had to go. The rear needed some dremel relieve, nothing big.  Attached File Attached FileNext up, B33 top cover. |
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Posted: 12/14/2020 12:12:56 AM EDT
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And all put together. Three things left to do:
- Drill and pin gas block (McMaster-carr order incoming) - install plunger in gasblock - chop barrel when eform1 comes back  Attached FileOh, and paint 
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Posted: 12/14/2020 8:21:49 AM EDT
[#7]
so close! Gonna be pimp man.
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Posted: 12/14/2020 9:59:06 AM EDT
[#8]
looking good!!
ive heard those eforms are coming back in under a month right now. in the Vityaz FB group some guys are getting them in a couple weeks. |
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Posted: 12/14/2020 10:30:41 AM EDT
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Quoted: so close! Gonna be pimp man. Quoted: looking good!! ive heard those eforms are coming back in under a month right now. in the Vityaz FB group some guys are getting them in a couple weeks. |
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Posted: 12/14/2020 11:18:39 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: so close! Gonna be pimp man. this x100! Welcome to the best club within the club
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Posted: 12/14/2020 10:10:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: this x100! Welcome to the best club within the club On another note, I cannot seem to get the RP-1 ext charging handle to stay on. No matter how tight I get it, it just falls off after couple bolt slams. eta: Now that I am looking, what is the difference from an akm vs a "straight" charging handle? |
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Posted: 12/15/2020 3:42:35 AM EDT
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Nice rig man, I'm jelly. I tried getting an SLR104 before the prices surged to $3000, but I missed out. I guess my 7.62 and 5.56 AKs will have to do.
 
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Posted: 12/15/2020 8:01:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Nice rig man, I'm jelly. I tried getting an SLR104 before the prices surged to $3000, but I missed out. I guess my 7.62 and 5.56 AKs will have to do. I am way late to the 5.45 game, so I picked up the above PSA ak74. Don't even want to think about the combined costs of the build, ammo, and surplus mags. |
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Posted: 12/16/2020 9:35:13 PM EDT
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Got the gas block pinned. At least I think.
I've been driving myself crazy trying to figure out if it actually got the barrel. I think it did. Just need to install the plunger and put it all back together. I plan on running at least 500rds through it this weekend. Want to get it hot.  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/16/2020 10:29:48 PM EDT
[#15]
Don't forget, the plunger pin goes all the way through also
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Posted: 12/16/2020 11:08:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Don't forget, the plunger pin goes all the way through also |
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Posted: 12/16/2020 11:24:02 PM EDT
[#17]
No worries man, I did the same thing on mine and it hasn't budged in over 2k rounds.
They say great minds think alike.... |
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Posted: 12/19/2020 10:04:02 PM EDT
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Made it to the range today to test the new gasblock. Shot about 300 flawless rounds.
I will say that I find the stock quite uncomfortable. I can only assume the triangle folder is the same. I really don't want to put a buffer tube on it so I'll need to learn to like it. I got my Modlite in today for it. Waiting on the Arisaka mount, which I am hoping it works with the rail systems geometry. |
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Posted: 12/19/2020 10:27:25 PM EDT
[#19]
I find that interesting, as the poly folder is basically a regular stock. But everyone likes their own thing.
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Posted: 12/19/2020 10:32:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I find that interesting, as the poly folder is basically a regular stock. But everyone likes their own thing. The zenitco pt-1 is a nice looking stock, but damn the thing is expensive. I made the mistake of adding up what I've spent on the build including ammo, mags and other accessories since I bought the rifle 2 months ago. |
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Posted: 12/20/2020 10:13:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Maybe I should've said compared to an AR stock like a sopmod or a ctr. It's hard to explain but I'm so used to ar's, and ak's def have different ergos and cheek welds. It's just something I need to get used to. The zenitco pt-1 is a nice looking stock, but damn the thing is expensive. I made the mistake of adding up what I've spent on the build including ammo, mags and other accessories since I bought the rifle 2 months ago. yea, cost doesn't matter man. As long as you have what you want, and you still have $ for food, that's what matters.
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Posted: 12/23/2020 10:08:02 PM EDT
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Got my modlite and Arisaka mount in. Was glad to see the Arisaka worked well with the zenitco geometry.
 Attached File Attached File Attached FileI will say that I do not like the rmr on there. Just feels too small. Def sits too low for me. Thinking about an eotech. |
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Posted: 12/25/2020 7:43:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Maybe I should've said compared to an AR stock like a sopmod or a ctr. It's hard to explain but I'm so used to ar's, and ak's def have different ergos and cheek welds. It's just something I need to get used to. I think I know what you mean. Standard AK stocks feel kind of skinny and slippery to me, especially the metal buttplate, after shooting M4s / ARs for so long. I think that's part of the reason that Rob Ski puts what he calls a "puss pad" on his stocks during testing. He explains that the pad keeps it from slipping off his shoulder when he's testing the rifle. Kind of funny, when he's shooting a high number of rounds through them, he needs an improved, more stable stock, but then when he's done testing, I guess he reverts the stock back to its traditional (skinny and slippery?) configuration. |
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Posted: 1/1/2021 2:08:20 AM EDT
[#24]
Looks good!
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Posted: 1/1/2021 2:57:27 AM EDT
[#25]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I find that interesting, as the poly folder is basically a regular stock. But everyone likes their own thing. I can’t stand the poly folders, to me they feel different than a regular stock. The triangle folder is my favorite AK stock. |
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Posted: 1/1/2021 10:54:47 AM EDT
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I personally prefer the look of the triangle for sure. That's why I have both, 1 each for my AKSU and my 105.
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Posted: 1/1/2021 12:34:45 PM EDT
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Yea I think I'm going to try out a triangle folder. I was thinking about the PT-1 but can't bring myself to spend that much coin on a stock. At least not right now.
I did speak with the head of the pending research dept about my eform1. She says they were on mid September forms and mine should be about another 30 days before I can send in prints. Then I would guess another 30 to approval. |
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Posted: 1/12/2021 8:20:28 PM EDT
[#28]
Finally received my cover letter. Just mailed the prints and they should be there Friday. Here's to hoping for a quick approval.
Anyone got some pointers or tips for chopping the barrel? I've seen YouTube videos, and I know if a guy using a vise on an ammo can on the ground can do it, I can too.  Also have a triangle folder that should be here this week. Then it may be time for paint! |
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Posted: 1/13/2021 8:16:43 AM EDT
[#29]
when I did mine, I scored the barrel around the GB/FSB end. Then removed the GB/FSB and took a brand new blade on my hack saw and slowly started the cut. When it was done, I got it up in my vise, and then took my 11 degree crowning tool and crowned the end. Just make sure you make that cut as perpendicular to the barrel as possible.
Reinstall GB/FSB, and pin. I suppose you could leave the GB/FSB on and use it as a guide for the hack saw. |
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Posted: 1/13/2021 8:25:12 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: when I did mine, I scored the barrel around the GB/FSB end. Then removed the GB/FSB and took a brand new blade on my hack saw and slowly started the cut. When it was done, I got it up in my vise, and then took my 11 degree crowning tool and crowned the end. Just make sure you make that cut as perpendicular to the barrel as possible. Reinstall GB/FSB, and pin. I suppose you could leave the GB/FSB on and use it as a guide for the hack saw. |
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Posted: 1/13/2021 3:32:47 PM EDT
[#31]
worth the cost. I've done every AR barrel, AK barrel and even a few FAL barrels. Buy the kit that has the multi cal alignments with it. Just make sure you cut the crown with even pressure, it can cut uneven.
Can't wait for finished pics! |
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Posted: 1/13/2021 7:26:43 PM EDT
[#32]
Got the triangle folder in today. Russian Izzy Izhmash. The hinge took some filing to fit, which I was glad because it is rock solid. Way more so than the psa polymer.
For whatever reason I like it a lot more than the polymer folder.  Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 1/13/2021 7:41:52 PM EDT
[#33]
Triangle is definitely sexy. I ise a poly on my 105 and a triangle on my AKSU
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Posted: 1/20/2021 4:42:17 PM EDT
[#34]
Any updates?
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Posted: 1/20/2021 7:43:55 PM EDT
[#35]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Triangle is definitely sexy. I ise a poly on my 105 and a triangle on my AKSU  
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Posted: 1/20/2021 7:55:58 PM EDT
[#36]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Any updates? I've added a trex sling. I don't like the way I have it mounted though. Pic rail on the b30, then DD qd, then the sling mount. Way too thick. I'm going to change it out to utilize the built in sling mount. @FinSlayer83 Whats the trick to get the qd on the triangle folder? |
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Posted: 1/20/2021 8:05:37 PM EDT
[#37]
Drilled/pulled out the middle piece / loop.
Counter sunk the hole slowly until the qd loop snapped in. I’ll get pics tomorrow |
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Posted: 1/21/2021 2:00:22 AM EDT
[#38]
Quote History |
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Posted: 1/23/2021 5:45:20 PM EDT
[#39]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Triangles are so much better looking than those silly AR stocks on a AK. I recently came across ak19 stocks...and now I want one.  Attached Filebandito Bill says he will have some soon for $500 a pop. I believe through sureshot armament. |
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Posted: 1/23/2021 9:18:00 PM EDT
[#40]
gonna be one heavy AK
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Posted: 1/23/2021 9:47:06 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I agree. I recently came across ak19 stocks...and now I want one. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/308934/B8675021-3A2E-47F7-A5C5-BD2DD1406F98_jpe-1793413.JPG bandito Bill says he will have some soon for $500 a pop. I believe through sureshot armament. Fairly similar looking to the Magpul Zhukov stock aside from being for a 5.5mm hinge. I'm a fan. |
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Posted: 1/24/2021 9:29:30 AM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Fairly similar looking to the Magpul Zhukov stock aside from being for a 5.5mm hinge. I'm a fan. |
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Posted: 2/3/2021 10:12:20 AM EDT
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No real update, just want to keep this out of the archives. Fingers crossed to have my eform 1 back any day now. Going on 19 days since my prints were delivered.
I did see that PSA is close to releasing their ak104 pistol. That means that an ak105 pistol isn't too far behind. Hopefully the krink is coming after that. I dont think I will be able to resist picking one up, as that was the whole reason I even got into the 5.45 game. I did pick up a sig romeo 5 and adm low mount to replace the rmr, until I feel like swinging a t1 or 2. That will get put on and zeroed after the barrel is cut down. eta pic:  Attached File |
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Posted: 2/3/2021 10:20:31 AM EDT
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It should come for you pretty soon I think. I submitted a form 4 for a 74U back on December 18, mailed the prints the next day, and got the approved email back on Jan 19, so basically 30 days.
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Posted: 2/3/2021 10:25:16 AM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryQuoted: It should come for you pretty soon I think. I submitted a form 4 for a 74U back on December 18, mailed the prints the next day, and got the approved email back on Jan 19, so basically 30 days. |
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Posted: 2/16/2021 1:59:56 PM EDT
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I think I am really close to getting the stamp back. Got an email from Carol Ripley asking for pics of the serial number on the gun, as well as to reupload photos and responsible persons forms. Of course I had one more doc to upload and eforms went out. So close.
eta: shiiiiittttt. Nevermind I am not close: - The NICS Section has experienced unprecedented high volumes of incoming transactions requiring the escalation and reallocation of NICS employees as we strive for the timely resolution of incoming NICS transactions. As a result, backlogs in other areas of processing have occurred. One of those areas is the processing of the National Firearm Act (NFA) background checks. |
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Posted: 2/18/2021 11:28:06 AM EDT
[#47]
suck. It will happen though, and then you will be GTG. At least you have the weapon, unlike my 1st SBR that took 13 months.
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Posted: 2/19/2021 10:23:17 AM EDT
[#48]
That's weird. I wonder why they asked for that stuff.
I never got that email about the NCIC load either when I did mine in Dec. |
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Posted: 2/19/2021 10:25:42 AM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryQuoted: That's weird. I wonder why they asked for that stuff. I never got that email about the NCIC load either when I did mine in Dec. I just picked up a Benelli M4 yesterday, and I will most likely be doing a form 1 on it as well. Be interesting to see which came back first. |
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Posted: 2/19/2021 2:58:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Yea I thought the request for the serial number engraving was weird. My only guess is that it was the first form one on a PSA AK47 sidefolder? I have no idea. I just picked up a Benelli M4 yesterday, and I will most likely be doing a form 1 on it as well. Be interesting to see which came back first. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: That's weird. I wonder why they asked for that stuff. I never got that email about the NCIC load either when I did mine in Dec. I just picked up a Benelli M4 yesterday, and I will most likely be doing a form 1 on it as well. Be interesting to see which came back first. The serial number pic requests might be normal. They asked for pics on my M92 a few years back. |
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