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Posted: 8/8/2005 3:52:36 AM EDT

I started with a Butler Creek Side folding stock for a Mini14. I got it off the EE at a great deal just for this project. I cut a "tang" off a fixed stock from a Romy. I fitted the folding mechanism against the tang and used structural epoxy and 3 screws to join them. I am amazed how strong this joint is. I then drilled and tapped the top of the folding mechanisms "box" to accept a short machine screw so I could screw down the tang that extends from the reciever over the stock. I topped it off with a cheek pad made from some Ace foam and a little duct tape. I know, I need some black.

Posted: 8/8/2005 6:21:12 AM EDT

[#1]

Ah! Duct tape. "The handy man's secret weapon!"

Very nice job!

Yours,
One Rusty Nut.

Posted: 8/8/2005 6:41:04 AM EDT

[#2]

Lines up well.

Posted: 8/8/2005 9:51:33 AM EDT

[#3]

I got to the range earlier. It shoots very comfortably. I have to admit I prefer a regular stock though.

Posted: 8/8/2005 12:46:45 PM EDT

[#4]

lets hear it for homegrown compliance parts.

Posted: 8/8/2005 5:22:30 PM EDT

[#5]

Quoted:
lets hear it for homegrown compliance parts.

I was really glad to see Butler Creek stocks are Made in USA.

Posted: 8/8/2005 7:31:03 PM EDT

[#6]

Congrats on the great project!

I've had much the same thought about the Butler Creek folder. Except I never find any cheap enough. Around here used and abused goes for almost full retail.

Posted: 8/8/2005 9:19:12 PM EDT

[#7]

nice....hmmm...i feel a project coming on.....

Posted: 8/9/2005 2:52:53 PM EDT

[#8]

Tag

Posted: 8/10/2005 2:07:51 AM EDT

[#9]

Well I removed the duct and foam. I found some soft rubbery clear tubing I am going to try. It looks much better.

Posted: 8/10/2005 5:40:47 AM EDT

[#10]

Cool. If it does not get in the way of the fold, closed-cell foam for water pipe insulation is a really durable cushion.

Posted: 8/10/2005 5:43:16 AM EDT

[#11]

I apologize.

Posted: 8/10/2005 8:13:55 AM EDT

[#12]

Apology accepted.

Posted: 8/10/2005 8:16:13 AM EDT

[#13]

I apologize.

Posted: 8/10/2005 8:19:04 AM EDT

[#14]

There are "dip" styrene products. Friend did one on a Ruskie style retractable stock. Looked great.

Posted: 8/10/2005 4:47:39 PM EDT

[#15]

Posted: 8/10/2005 9:40:13 PM EDT

[#16]

Quoted:
Gay is the new in.

I assume you are a Gay expert.

Posted: 8/11/2005 4:29:15 AM EDT

[#17]

cool how about a picture of the whole rifle? I kinda like the Butler Creek stocks not real pretty but they work good. I have one on a 10-22.

Posted: 8/11/2005 4:59:25 AM EDT

[#18]

Good job H8mtv in mating those parts up.

jjniven, if you're looking to get locked, keep up the personal attacks.

Cool it.

Posted: 8/11/2005 9:02:21 AM EDT

[#19]

Quoted:

cool how about a picture of the whole rifle? I kinda like the Butler Creek stocks not real pretty but they work good. I have one on a 10-22.

Ask and ye shall recieve. Being a Saiga, I figured it wouldn't ever be but so authentic ak styled without alot of work. I decided to go the "truck gun" route. It isn't real pretty, but it shoots really well.