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Posted: 11/12/2020 11:18:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By stainlineho: So my AEM5 got approved on 11/6, should have it within a week. I'm pretty excited!  It's my favorite 556 can - you'll love it. |
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IN, USA
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Posted: 11/13/2020 12:18:42 AM EDT
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Folks,
Will someone with a true Mk12 take-off barrel (one that has not been shot out and is presumably still true to original NATO spec) PLEASE contact me via PM? Thank you! |
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Posted: 11/13/2020 2:27:44 AM EDT
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Getting closer, still missing a few parts
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Posted: 11/13/2020 1:32:21 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By USMCSGT0331: Getting closer, still missing a few parts https://i.imgur.com/IhxJULF.jpg https://i.imgur.com/TFd7h94.jpg Still the only Mod 1 setup I'd actually want, and of course the toughest to put together. Small steps, got myself a proper 62gr issued style turret for my 2001 Vari-X, might be getting a 2000 date code Vari-X to step things up another level. Close as you can get without having an issued scope like the one in the background. 
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Posted: 11/13/2020 2:06:08 PM EDT
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Posted: 11/13/2020 2:27:28 PM EDT
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Posted: 11/13/2020 2:32:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Engineer5: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/84711/FDNY_9112-1086766.jpg I don't think anyone will ever do a better FDNY my dude. |
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TN, USA
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Posted: 11/13/2020 2:34:02 PM EDT
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Got a question someone here can hopefully answer..I remember way back looking and finding the thread and pictures but can't seem to find them anymore..I have a mk4 2.5-8 and i'm wanting the mk12 77gr turret..I ordered them before(2-3 yrs ago) and got one with much thicker lines and numbers, called and the guy knew what i was looking for and i had the correct part number form the thread..I just ordered one again and the same thing has happened but this time the guy says their is only one offered and i don't have the correct part number to give him..Any help would be awesome..Thanks
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USA
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Posted: 11/13/2020 2:47:59 PM EDT
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Man some good pic drops today, thanks gents!
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Posted: 11/13/2020 4:41:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eviladam07: Got a question someone here can hopefully answer..I remember way back looking and finding the thread and pictures but can't seem to find them anymore..I have a mk4 2.5-8 and i'm wanting the mk12 77gr turret..I ordered them before(2-3 yrs ago) and got one with much thicker lines and numbers, called and the guy knew what i was looking for and i had the correct part number form the thread..I just ordered one again and the same thing has happened but this time the guy says their is only one offered and i don't have the correct part number to give him..Any help would be awesome..Thanks The part number was 112635 for the Mk12 Mod 1 marked turrets. |
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Posted: 11/13/2020 7:12:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Engineer5: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/84711/FDNY_9112-1086766.jpg I wish I had some photograph skills like some dudes in here. |
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Posted: 11/14/2020 12:38:16 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Engineer5: I wish I had some photograph skills like some dudes in here. Hey, we have a mutual contact who is reeeaalllyyy good if you get yourself up to OK sometime... |
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Posted: 11/16/2020 6:44:07 PM EDT
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Posted: 11/16/2020 7:02:32 PM EDT
[Last Edit: mstennes]
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Well I’m still trying to decide on which upper I want to use for my MOD 0, choices are,
Diemaco keyhole, (no M4 cuts)  Attached FileColt Split A (M4 cuts)  Attached FileColt Cardinal Forge (M4 cuts)  Attached FileI would like to use the Cardinal Forge as somewhere in its life it has gotten a little Loctite on the rail between T6 and T8 which the ARMS PEQ top rail would cover up. Thanks in advance |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 11/16/2020 9:16:30 PM EDT
[Last Edit: stainlineho]
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Originally Posted By mstennes: Well I’m still trying to decide on which upper I want to use for my MOD 0, choices are, Diemaco keyhole, (no M4 cuts) https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/85971/B37D863D-ECAD-4EB3-BA94-E16DD04A92A3_jpe-1687371.JPG Colt Split A (M4 cuts) https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/85971/95CD910C-5F12-4ED4-BCB0-408FCB59E570_jpe-1687373.JPG Colt Cardinal Forge (M4 cuts) https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/85971/A8D8E6FB-9BD3-4821-B514-A5CFA4D34EAA_jpe-1687378.JPG I would like to use the Cardinal Forge as somewhere in its life it has gotten a little Loctite on the rail between T6 and T8 which the ARMS PEQ top rail would cover up. Thanks in advance Diemaco, no question IMO |
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Posted: 11/16/2020 9:21:44 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By stainlineho: Diemaco, no question IMO Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By stainlineho: Originally Posted By mstennes: Well I’m still trying to decide on which upper I want to use for my MOD 0, choices are, Diemaco keyhole, (no M4 cuts) https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/85971/B37D863D-ECAD-4EB3-BA94-E16DD04A92A3_jpe-1687371.JPG Colt Split A (M4 cuts) https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/85971/95CD910C-5F12-4ED4-BCB0-408FCB59E570_jpe-1687373.JPG Colt Cardinal Forge (M4 cuts) https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/85971/A8D8E6FB-9BD3-4821-B514-A5CFA4D34EAA_jpe-1687378.JPG I would like to use the Cardinal Forge as somewhere in its life it has gotten a little Loctite on the rail between T6 and T8 which the ARMS PEQ top rail would cover up. Thanks in advance Diemaco, no question IMO Yup. |
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Posted: 11/16/2020 11:38:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Engineer5: Yup. Even without M4 cuts |
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Posted: 11/16/2020 11:43:28 PM EDT
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Anyone have experience with the Atomic engraving GM Hydra-Matic or H&R reprofiled A1 lower 80%'ers?
Any idea of the appropriate S/N number range for the GM lower? I was thinking of picking up one of each along with a jig. Keeping the lower in the raw, milling it, then sending it off for anodizing or coating depending on the intended build. I am trying to future proof and reprioritize the clone gun purchases. |
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Posted: 11/16/2020 11:47:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JLAudio: Anyone have experience with the Atomic engraving GM Hydra-Matic or H&R reprofiled A1 lower 80%'ers? Any idea of the appropriate S/N number range for the GM lower? I was thinking of picking up one of each along with a jig. Keeping the lower in the raw, milling it, then sending it off for anodizing or coating depending on the intended build. I am trying to future proof and reprioritize the clone gun purchases. GM are in the 3 million serial range, H&R in the 2 Million serial range. GM stick with 3.3 mil range and under and you are good for what I recall seeing. |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 11/17/2020 7:16:04 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mstennes: Even without M4 cuts It’s not going to matter. What you don’t want is M4 cuts in the receiver but not on the barrel. If you don’t want it I’ll buy it. |
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USA
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Posted: 11/17/2020 10:42:22 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JLAudio: Anyone have experience with the Atomic engraving GM Hydra-Matic or H&R reprofiled A1 lower 80%'ers? Any idea of the appropriate S/N number range for the GM lower? I was thinking of picking up one of each along with a jig. Keeping the lower in the raw, milling it, then sending it off for anodizing or coating depending on the intended build. I am trying to future proof and reprioritize the clone gun purchases. You better stop thinking and get going if that’s what you’re going to do. A 5D Pro jig took 8 weeks from order date to arrive. Unfortunately the good80 jigs are super backordered and it’s only going to get worse as this “talk” of 80s getting banned continues. |
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Posted: 11/17/2020 3:52:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DStepec: You better stop thinking and get going if that’s what you’re going to do. A 5D Pro jig took 8 weeks from order date to arrive. Unfortunately the good80 jigs are super backordered and it’s only going to get worse as this “talk” of 80s getting banned continues. that is why these purchases are being accelerated. i ended up buying one of each and will order a jig tonight. ghost guns go brrrrrt. |
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USA
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Posted: 11/18/2020 12:23:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JLAudio: that is why these purchases are being accelerated. i ended up buying one of each and will order a jig tonight. ghost guns go brrrrrt. Haha excellent! |
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Posted: 11/20/2020 10:22:39 PM EDT
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Anybody got a plug on a Diemaco split A or C AF upper? Hit me up if you do! Trying to get some feelers out there
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Posted: 11/21/2020 2:46:20 PM EDT
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Posted: 11/21/2020 11:11:33 PM EDT
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What is the correct mount for the LT104? Legacy QF or VFZ?
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USA
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Posted: 11/22/2020 4:15:56 PM EDT
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Do any of you guys have a picture of your barrel with the set screw flats milled into the barrel for a Gen 1 PRI gas block? I'm planning to send mine to John at Retro Arms to have him do the work.
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Posted: 11/22/2020 9:14:59 PM EDT
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It's better if he just cuts them based on your FSB. I've seen/had barrels with the flats done in the past that did not align with the FSB correctly. The cuts are the typical National Match flats like White Oak and Compass Lake cut on their websites, they just need to be lined up with the set screws on the FSB after you've aligned the gas block.
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Posted: 11/22/2020 9:17:21 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By lancecriminal86: It's better if he just cuts them based on your FSB. I've seen/had barrels with the flats done in the past that did not align with the FSB correctly. The cuts are the typical National Match flats like White Oak and Compass Lake cut on their websites, they just need to be lined up with the set screws on the FSB after you've aligned the gas block. This. I had sent my fsb to Frank at CLE to get the flats done |
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Posted: 11/23/2020 10:44:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kmcale: This. I had sent my fsb to Frank at CLE to get the flats done Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kmcale: Originally Posted By lancecriminal86: It's better if he just cuts them based on your FSB. I've seen/had barrels with the flats done in the past that did not align with the FSB correctly. The cuts are the typical National Match flats like White Oak and Compass Lake cut on their websites, they just need to be lined up with the set screws on the FSB after you've aligned the gas block. This. I had sent my fsb to Frank at CLE to get the flats done Thanks to both of y'all, I will send the FSB with the barrel. |
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Posted: 11/23/2020 10:46:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Maddy21: Thanks to both of y'all, I will send the FSB with the barrel. Yeah, just get into contact with them and let them know what the plan is and they'll get it done up for you |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 2:16:55 AM EDT
[Last Edit: kmcale]
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Has anybody here cloned Sara Jane? I THINK I recall somebody sending off stuff to ankratz for one.. did that ever get finished up?
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Posted: 11/24/2020 2:31:12 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kmcale: Has anybody here cloned Sara Jane? I THINK I recall somebody sending off stuff to ankratz for one.. did that ever get finished up? ugh....me....no, its sadly and depressingly not finished. Since you asked I'll get some progress pics posted tomorrow or Wednesday...But yes @ankratz did a wonderful job on his portion. |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 7:44:36 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 5pt56: ugh....me....no, its sadly and depressingly not finished. Since you asked I'll get some progress pics posted tomorrow or Wednesday...But yes @ankratz did a wonderful job on his portion. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 5pt56: Originally Posted By kmcale: Has anybody here cloned Sara Jane? I THINK I recall somebody sending off stuff to ankratz for one.. did that ever get finished up? ugh....me....no, its sadly and depressingly not finished. Since you asked I'll get some progress pics posted tomorrow or Wednesday...But yes @ankratz did a wonderful job on his portion. I want to know, too!!!! Tag me when you post :) |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 8:58:16 AM EDT
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I will keep an eye out for the post, I think I may take a crack at this project as well
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VA, USA
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Posted: 11/24/2020 9:33:07 AM EDT
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Out of curiosity, does anyone know what upper receiver High Caliber Sales uses for their MK12 upper groups?
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Posted: 11/24/2020 12:51:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mra4523: Out of curiosity, does anyone know what upper receiver High Caliber Sales uses for their MK12 upper groups? One I had built back in 2013 just had a square forge (Brass Aluminum Forging Emterprises) I believe that came from Spikes. |
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PA, USA
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Posted: 11/24/2020 1:35:50 PM EDT
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Question gents, I have a 5d pro jig that I used to mill my 80% lowers. The lower I did for my mod 1, as well as the others I've done, has an issue with the trigger and hammer pins walking. There is no way in hell im putting an anti walk pin kit on this mod 1. I've spent too much time and money on making this thing right and I'm not about to slut it up with non-spec parts like that. Whats the trick to making this a non issue? I can't be the only one that's had this issue. Pic of said mod1 because its pure sex
 
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GA, USA
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Posted: 11/24/2020 2:27:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By vagpunisher: Question gents, I have a 5d pro jig that I used to mill my 80% lowers. The lower I did for my mod 1, as well as the others I've done, has an issue with the trigger and hammer pins walking. There is no way in hell im putting an anti walk pin kit on this mod 1. I've spent too much time and money on making this thing right and I'm not about to slut it up with non-spec parts like that. Whats the trick to making this a non issue? I can't be the only one that's had this issue. Pic of said mod1 because its pure sex https://i.ibb.co/HX36gb9/20201124-123259.jpg https://i.ibb.co/2gxJYp7/20201124-123251.jpg May want try G2S pins and use the metal retainer clips as shown in this photo? Not sure if that would work but may be an idea.  |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 4:41:13 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kmcale: Has anybody here cloned Sara Jane? I THINK I recall somebody sending off stuff to ankratz for one.. did that ever get finished up?  Attached File |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 4:53:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Hunterex: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/59096/8437F276-6C59-44EF-9F9B-517EA1364715_jpe-1699900.JPG This is the kind of shit I need to get hands on .. need to find myself a PEQ-2-3 replacement for my #38 mod sleeve for the Gen II |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 5:53:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kmcale: This is the kind of shit I need to get hands on .. need to find myself a PEQ-2-3 replacement for my #38 mod sleeve for the Gen II Still going to look wrong, the 2-3 have a rounded front that gives them away. And there are already only so many of those floating around, and now you got folks backdating them to Gen 2 style. |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 5:57:47 PM EDT
[Last Edit: kmcale]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By lancecriminal86: Still going to look wrong, the 2-3 have a rounded front that gives them away. And there are already only so many of those floating around, and now you got folks backdating them to Gen 2 style. Thats what I mean, I want to try getting hands on the #38 peq-2-3. I'm not on board with the PRI repro due to it being an eye sore in terms of cloning. Did it once, replaced with the #38 Mod Sleeve (full 1913 rail). As far as the Gen II bit, I just simply meant without the Gen III collar cut outs |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 6:05:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kmcale: Thats what I mean, I want to try getting hands on the #38 peq-2-3. I'm not on board with the PRI repro due to it being an eye sore in terms of cloning. Did it once, replaced with the #38 Mod Sleeve. As far as the Gen II bit, I just simply meant without the Gen III collar cut outs Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kmcale: Originally Posted By lancecriminal86: Still going to look wrong, the 2-3 have a rounded front that gives them away. And there are already only so many of those floating around, and now you got folks backdating them to Gen 2 style. Thats what I mean, I want to try getting hands on the #38 peq-2-3. I'm not on board with the PRI repro due to it being an eye sore in terms of cloning. Did it once, replaced with the #38 Mod Sleeve. As far as the Gen II bit, I just simply meant without the Gen III collar cut outs Just making sure you were aware that the Gen 2 PEQ and backdated 2-3 still stick out compared to the issued Gen 1 rails, which in themselves are impossible to find. |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 6:10:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By lancecriminal86: Just making sure you were aware that the Gen 2 PEQ and backdated 2-3 still stick out compared to the issued Gen 1 rails, which in themselves are impossible to find. This is where I would like to get hands on this stuff, at this moment its all just a dream, parts hunting never ends. Would you happen to have information pertaining to Sara Jane that wouldn't be seen in your imgur thread? |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 6:33:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By vagpunisher: Question gents, I have a 5d pro jig that I used to mill my 80% lowers. The lower I did for my mod 1, as well as the others I've done, has an issue with the trigger and hammer pins walking. There is no way in hell im putting an anti walk pin kit on this mod 1. I've spent too much time and money on making this thing right and I'm not about to slut it up with non-spec parts like that. Whats the trick to making this a non issue? I can't be the only one that's had this issue. Pic of said mod1 because its pure sex https://i.ibb.co/HX36gb9/20201124-123259.jpg https://i.ibb.co/2gxJYp7/20201124-123251.jpg https://www.knsprecisioninc.com/product/replacement-trigger-hammer-pins/ KNS has a pin that is oversize by 0.0015", might be worth a try, they don't cost very much. |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 6:48:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DStepec: You better stop thinking and get going if that’s what you’re going to do. A 5D Pro jig took 8 weeks from order date to arrive. Unfortunately the good80 jigs are super backordered and it’s only going to get worse as this “talk” of 80s getting banned continues. I have not looked lately but GG2's could be had fairly cheap. Defense Distributed blew it with the GG3. Tons of people pissed off over the year and then some wait. The GG2 is great. Works perfect for my purposes. A little finiky with anodized lowers but all in all does a good job. |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 7:01:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kmcale: This is where I would like to get hands on this stuff, at this moment its all just a dream, parts hunting never ends. Would you happen to have information pertaining to Sara Jane that wouldn't be seen in your imgur thread? Nope, it was one of the few early SPRs done in KalGard/Gun Kote's original mix of FDE, the baking turned it slightly orange-pink. FSB, ARMS rail, rear sight, scope, rings, and a few other parts remained black but the rest were coated. AFAIK all originally had the PEQ rails. I'm unsure the name of the gentleman carrying it but as shown it popped up in a number of photos with that writing on the buttstock. Unfortunately no clue on the gentleman carrying it, I recall someone indicating they were in selection with him but I don't know if he's still with us or not. One of my goals was to hopefully find him if possible. |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 9:32:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By vagpunisher: Question gents, I have a 5d pro jig that I used to mill my 80% lowers. The lower I did for my mod 1, as well as the others I've done, has an issue with the trigger and hammer pins walking. There is no way in hell im putting an anti walk pin kit on this mod 1. I've spent too much time and money on making this thing right and I'm not about to slut it up with non-spec parts like that. Whats the trick to making this a non issue? I can't be the only one that's had this issue. Pic of said mod1 because its pure sex https://i.ibb.co/HX36gb9/20201124-123259.jpg https://i.ibb.co/2gxJYp7/20201124-123251.jpg Drill the holes undersize and get yourself a .154 reamer. Alternately, you can buy oversize trigger and hammer pins. I've used them on a build or 2 that were slightly loose. Just tap them home and they won't move. |
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WV, USA
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Posted: 11/25/2020 12:51:24 AM EDT
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After a 2+ month wait, my Mod-H upper is in hand!
Here's a few pics of the initial mockup.   
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