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7/18/2026 8:33:29 PM EDT
Those that have SBR'd their Ruger American Ranch.  What barrels did you use, or did you just cut down the factory barrel?  I just got my approval.  Any videos on how to remove the barrel nut?  I know most people destroy the factory one and get an aftermarket one.  What barrel nut do you all recommend?
7/21/2026 8:17:46 AM EDT
[Last Edit: scottMO][Edited] [#1]
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Gen 1, with the original barrel cut down.  Gen 2 stock cut down.  No idea on the barrel nut question as my SOT did the work.
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7/22/2026 9:57:49 PM EDT
[Last Edit: ar556223][Edited] [#2]
Gen 1, Youth stock, factory barrel cut to about 10" to the bevel on the stock, pinned SND6 for a 1 stamp rifle. Assume stock nut, was not mentioned by gunsmith.
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7/23/2026 7:51:27 PM EDT
[#3]
A gunsmith doesn't need the barrel to be removed for barrel cut/threading; the barreled receiver is held between centers on a lathe.


There is no need to remove the barrel and/or barrel nut unless you are completely removing the factory barrel.
7/31/2026 7:00:19 PM EDT
[#4]
I've run both a chopped barrel and now a Mostek 1:5. I used the Little Crow wrench to remove my barrel. I changed to an X-Caliber barrel nut since it has wrench flats.

8/2/2026 12:24:32 PM EDT
[#5]
Thanks.

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