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Posted: 4/27/2018 1:50:01 PM EDT

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I love it. 20"?

I hereby dub thee "The Boba Fett".

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20" FN barrel, sling swivel ears removed from FSB, Manticore Arms Transformer Rail (actually the very first test piece from the CNC, took quite a bit of finish work) cut back to clear FSB.

Posted: 4/27/2018 8:56:44 PM EDT

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Posted: 4/28/2018 12:48:37 AM EDT

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Not quite finished, but so excited I wanna show it off anyway.

DD 12.5" CHF Lightweight profile barrel and DD M4 9.5 FSP rail.

Posted: 4/28/2018 12:56:41 AM EDT

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DD 12.5" CHF Lightweight profile barrel and DD M4 9.5 FSP rail.

http://www.vaporsound.com/ryan/IMAG0377.jpg

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Cool stuff, man. Nice to see an older DD rail. I hereby dub thee "Tropic Thunder".

Posted: 4/28/2018 12:58:29 AM EDT

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Cool stuff, man. Nice to see an older DD rail. I hereby dub thee "Tropic Thunder".

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Not quite finished, but so excited I wanna show it off anyway.

DD 12.5" CHF Lightweight profile barrel and DD M4 9.5 FSP rail.

http://www.vaporsound.com/ryan/IMAG0377.jpg

Cool stuff, man. Nice to see an older DD rail. I hereby dub thee "Tropic Thunder".

..."From Down Under"

Posted: 4/28/2018 7:22:31 AM EDT

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Not quite finished, but so excited I wanna show it off anyway.

DD 12.5" CHF Lightweight profile barrel and DD M4 9.5 FSP rail.

http://www.vaporsound.com/ryan/IMAG0377.jpg

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Nice. I'm planning on doing a similar one with a RIS II and 11.5" barrel.

Posted: 4/28/2018 8:33:06 AM EDT

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I really like the home made cutouts on the Geissele rails. Has anyone hacked a BCM or Midwest cutout rail?

Posted: 4/28/2018 12:39:20 PM EDT

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Cool stuff, man. Nice to see an older DD rail. I hereby dub thee "Tropic Thunder".

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I accept that designation

Posted: 4/30/2018 5:38:43 PM EDT

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SDMR inspired upper doing SDMR things to coyotes and ground hogs

BCM upper
WW a2 barrel
BCM QRF rail
PSA lower/LPK
BCM PNT trigger

Red TA01 Acog

Posted: 4/30/2018 5:46:26 PM EDT

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SDMR inspired upper doing SDMR things to coyotes and ground hogs
https://i.imgur.com/fsM5q5v.jpg
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BCM upper
WW a2 barrel
BCM QRF rail
PSA lower/LPK
BCM PNT trigger

Red TA01 Acog

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Your rifle just told me she wants you to do the free floated M5 RAS conversion on her. She said she wants to be a free floated A4.

Posted: 4/30/2018 5:50:31 PM EDT

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Your rifle just told me she wants you to do the free floated M5 RAS conversion on her. She said she wants to be a free floated A4.

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Lol She told me the same not to long ago lol, I got a QRF from BCM the quad rail version of the KMR, so far I like it. Accuracy improved over the RAS. We'll see how tough the rail is come June lol

Posted: 4/30/2018 6:00:04 PM EDT

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Lol She told me the same not to long ago lol, I got a QRF from BCM the quad rail version of the KMR, so far I like it. Accuracy improved over the RAS. We'll see how tough the rail is come June lol

https://i.imgur.com/LjXvlVh.jpg

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Your rifle just told me she wants you to do the free floated M5 RAS conversion on her. She said she wants to be a free floated A4.

Lol She told me the same not to long ago lol, I got a QRF from BCM the quad rail version of the KMR, so far I like it. Accuracy improved over the RAS. We'll see how tough the rail is come June lol

https://i.imgur.com/LjXvlVh.jpg

With BCM on the side I am sure it will hold up quite well.

Posted: 4/30/2018 9:31:37 PM EDT

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Here's mine. I originally wanted a Centurion rail to dress up my Colt, but I walked into the Primary Arms store in Houston this weekend and found this Troy Charlie rail on the clearance rack. Seems pretty solid and I like it so far. Going to ditch the AFG for a Tango Down vertical grip and add some rail covers, but that's about it.

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Posted: 5/2/2018 2:21:11 PM EDT

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Here's mine. I originally wanted a Centurion rail to dress up my Colt, but I walked into the Primary Arms store in Houston this weekend and found this Troy Charlie rail on the clearance rack. Seems pretty solid and I like it so far. Going to ditch the AFG for a Tango Down vertical grip and add some rail covers, but that's about it.

https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/337265/received_1981182535226345-530702.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/337265/received_1981182798559652-530704.JPG

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I was going to get a DD Omega rail again, but the Troy rail looks more appealing - my main reason for a FF rail is mounting my enormous Harris Bipod, and a normal sized carbine handguard won’t have much room left if I do that. How’d you get rid of the front sling swivel?

Posted: 5/2/2018 2:52:37 PM EDT

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I was going to get a DD Omega rail again, but the Troy rail looks more appealing - my main reason for a FF rail is mounting my enormous Harris Bipod, and a normal sized carbine handguard won’t have much room left if I do that. How’d you get rid of the front sling swivel?

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Drill the rivet and punch it out.

Posted: 5/3/2018 1:29:13 PM EDT

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I was going to get a DD Omega rail again, but the Troy rail looks more appealing - my main reason for a FF rail is mounting my enormous Harris Bipod, and a normal sized carbine handguard won’t have much room left if I do that. How’d you get rid of the front sling swivel?

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My rifle didn't have one. I know there are several YouTube videos and guides here on removing it. Shouldn't be too difficult.

Posted: 5/6/2018 1:21:53 PM EDT

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This thread gives me wood. I love it.

Also, new stock. Still waiting on the FDE ADM mount and likely going to order the Radian Talon Brown Ambi Selector.

Posted: 5/9/2018 7:20:23 AM EDT

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Posted: 5/9/2018 7:24:59 AM EDT

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Nice! Is that a painted A1 grip, or does someone make them that color?

I hereby dub thee "The Brown Knight"... aka "Brown Thunder"... aka "The Mud Shark".

Posted: 5/9/2018 9:19:07 AM EDT

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Nice! Is that a painted A1 grip, or does someone make them that color?

I hereby dub thee "The Brown Knight"... aka "Brown Thunder"... aka "The Mud Shark".

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I spray painted it along with the other brown stuff!

Brownells has a tan/brown A1 grip in stock. I highly recommend on of those.

Posted: 5/9/2018 9:40:51 AM EDT

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Posted: 5/9/2018 1:07:12 PM EDT

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My rifle didn't have one. I know there are several YouTube videos and guides here on removing it. Shouldn't be too difficult.

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I was going to get a DD Omega rail again, but the Troy rail looks more appealing - my main reason for a FF rail is mounting my enormous Harris Bipod, and a normal sized carbine handguard won’t have much room left if I do that. How’d you get rid of the front sling swivel?

My rifle didn't have one. I know there are several YouTube videos and guides here on removing it. Shouldn't be too difficult.

Bent one punch (used a far too small one briefly) but got it off. Now to find a good deal on a Troy Charlie or Delta rail.

Posted: 5/9/2018 1:18:49 PM EDT

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This thread gives me wood. I love it.

Also, new stock. Still waiting on the FDE ADM mount and likely going to order the Radian Talon Brown Ambi Selector.

https://i.imgur.com/3nZG7co.jpg

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Great pic man. Why'd you blur out the M300 and the mount above it?

Posted: 5/10/2018 11:05:58 AM EDT

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I just did one of these with a 6920 I picked up for $499. Still want to add a rear KAC sight, Geissele trigger and CH.

Posted: 5/10/2018 8:17:40 PM EDT

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Damn, this thread just keeps getting better and better.
Great jobs you guys.

Posted: 5/27/2018 12:01:39 PM EDT

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Damn, this thread just keeps getting better and better.
Great jobs you guys.

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What, this guy ccongratulates us, so everyone goes and crawls into their cave? Bring on the builds!

Posted: 5/27/2018 1:36:52 PM EDT

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Posted: 5/27/2018 5:39:17 PM EDT

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Zap.

Posted: 5/28/2018 1:07:29 PM EDT

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Currently attempting to make a free float dissipator, however I do not want a drop in or quad rail. Any suggestions for a handguard, preferably MLOK? It looks like I need something 12.625 - 12.75. So far the only thing I have found is some from Midwest industries, and one from Zev. Both are 12.625. will this leave any gap between the end of the handguard and the start of the fsb?

Posted: 5/28/2018 1:17:04 PM EDT

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Currently attempting to make a free float dissipator, however I do not want a drop in or quad rail. Any suggestions for a handguard, preferably MLOK? It looks like I need something 12.625 - 12.75. So far the only thing I have found is some from Midwest industries, and one from Zev. Both are 12.625. will this leave any gap between the end of the handguard and the start of the fsb?

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What gas length system are you using? is using a carbine or mid? Just put a tube on the front sight and chop it off for looks if not using rifle.

Posted: 5/28/2018 1:26:42 PM EDT

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Currently attempting to make a free float dissipator, however I do not want a drop in or quad rail. Any suggestions for a handguard, preferably MLOK? It looks like I need something 12.625 - 12.75. So far the only thing I have found is some from Midwest industries, and one from Zev. Both are 12.625. will this leave any gap between the end of the handguard and the start of the fsb?

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You want a slight gap. The smaller the better. Both of those rails should get the job done without too much daylight. My personal favorite for MLOK is the Fortis Rev II 12. Also uses standard barrel nut.

Posted: 5/28/2018 1:30:50 PM EDT

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What gas length system are you using? is using a carbine or mid? Just put a tube on the front sight and chop it off for looks if not using rifle.

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I'm at a loss for words. Not sure anyone else gets it, either. What are you trying to say here?

Posted: 5/28/2018 1:31:37 PM EDT

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It's the windham mock dissipator, so it has the fsb but also a low profile gas block on the carbine spot that's hidden under the handguard. So the smaller the gap the better. will the fortis rev 2 be flush/ super close to the fsb? I will be unpinning the fsb to remove the end cap, and barrel nut if needed.

edit: would 12.5 be an unsightly gap? SLR makes a few 12.5s

Posted: 5/28/2018 1:40:37 PM EDT

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Currently attempting to make a free float dissipator, however I do not want a drop in or quad rail. Any suggestions for a handguard, preferably MLOK? It looks like I need something 12.625 - 12.75. So far the only thing I have found is some from Midwest industries, and one from Zev. Both are 12.625. will this leave any gap between the end of the handguard and the start of the fsb?

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Geissele 15 or 13 cutout for the FSB is what I'd do.

There aren't many MLOK rifle length hand guards out there.

Here's a couple digital mock-ups with a MK8 and MK14:

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Posted: 5/28/2018 1:43:49 PM EDT

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It's the windham mock dissipator, so it has the fsb but also a low profile gas block on the carbine spot that's hidden under the handguard. So the smaller the gap the better. will the fortis rev 2 be flush/ super close to the fsb? I will be unpinning the fsb to remove the end cap, and barrel nut if needed.

edit: would 12.5 be an unsightly gap? SLR makes a few 12.5s

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All of these rails would be fine. We're talking anywhere from .10" - .25". Personally, I'd go for a longer rail and cut a bit off the top to have an fsb pocket with surrounding rail sections at the 3, 6, and 9. That would look badass on a dissipator.

Posted: 5/28/2018 1:45:28 PM EDT

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Geissele 15 or 13 cutout for the FSB is what I'd do.

There aren't many MLOK rifle length hand guards out there.

Here's a couple digital mock-ups with a MK8 and MK14:
https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/138579/16-336045.JPG
https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/138579/MK14_FSP-387848.JPG

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Currently attempting to make a free float dissipator, however I do not want a drop in or quad rail. Any suggestions for a handguard, preferably MLOK? It looks like I need something 12.625 - 12.75. So far the only thing I have found is some from Midwest industries, and one from Zev. Both are 12.625. will this leave any gap between the end of the handguard and the start of the fsb?

Geissele 15 or 13 cutout for the FSB is what I'd do.

There aren't many MLOK rifle length hand guards out there.

Here's a couple digital mock-ups with a MK8 and MK14:
https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/138579/16-336045.JPG
https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/138579/MK14_FSP-387848.JPG

Looks like Pez and I are on the same page again.

Posted: 5/28/2018 1:51:30 PM EDT

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Geissele 15 or 13 cutout for the FSB is what I'd do.

There aren't many MLOK rifle length hand guards out there.

Here's a couple digital mock-ups with a MK8 and MK14:
https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/138579/16-336045.JPG
https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/138579/MK14_FSP-387848.JPG

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Currently attempting to make a free float dissipator, however I do not want a drop in or quad rail. Any suggestions for a handguard, preferably MLOK? It looks like I need something 12.625 - 12.75. So far the only thing I have found is some from Midwest industries, and one from Zev. Both are 12.625. will this leave any gap between the end of the handguard and the start of the fsb?

Geissele 15 or 13 cutout for the FSB is what I'd do.

There aren't many MLOK rifle length hand guards out there.

Here's a couple digital mock-ups with a MK8 and MK14:
https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/138579/16-336045.JPG
https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/138579/MK14_FSP-387848.JPG

I'm really diggin' that top one. Modern day dissipator.

Posted: 5/28/2018 1:58:14 PM EDT

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I might see if SLR will cut down a 13 inch like that. I like their MLOK with end only quad rail, such as the solo and solo mid.

Posted: 5/28/2018 2:03:41 PM EDT

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Good luck. You must post pics, you know. It's a picture thread, after all.

Posted: 5/28/2018 8:11:38 PM EDT

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Great pic man. Why'd you blur out the M300 and the mount above it?

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It's my Google Pixel2 XL portrait mode, it blurred it automatically. It focuses where you tell it to and if the object is angled away from the lens, the further end is blurred.

Posted: 5/29/2018 10:41:22 AM EDT

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Posted: 5/29/2018 1:19:44 PM EDT

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Where's the FSB? Either you loaded the wrong pics, or you are in the wrong forum. Still looks cool, though.

Posted: 5/29/2018 2:07:29 PM EDT

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Where's the FSB? Either you loaded the wrong pics, or you are in the wrong forum. Still looks cool, though.

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LOL - I cannot read.

Carry on...

Posted: 6/8/2018 3:24:30 AM EDT

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Well, I did a test "build" of my free float dissipator. These pics are with an upper and lower I am using for a different build. Still waiting on a billet set I want to be in stock.

https://imgur.com/gallery/syRycjj

The handguard is 12.625 inches, and there is a tiny gap. I can push the fsb back since it's a mock dissipator and the fsb is not the gas block. This would mean drilling new holes, which would overlap with the old ones, so I don't think it would work.

Receiver and handguard will be cerakoted titanium blue, the gray part of the pistol grip done to match the stock, and the barrel done either black or gray to to match the stock as well.

Posted: 6/8/2018 5:15:39 AM EDT

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Well, I did a test "build" of my free float dissipator. These pics are with an upper and lower I am using for a different build. Still waiting on a billet set I want to be in stock.

https://imgur.com/gallery/syRycjj

The handguard is 12.625 inches, and there is a tiny gap. I can push the fsb back since it's a mock dissipator and the fsb is not the gas block. This would mean drilling new holes, which would overlap with the old ones, so I don't think it would work.

Receiver and handguard will be cerakoted titanium blue, the gray part of the pistol grip done to match the stock, and the barrel done either black or gray to to match the stock as well.

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Don't worry about the gap, that's not big at all.