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Posted: 1/7/2015 12:15:49 PM EDT
I'm building a 7.62x39 AR, DI

I have several extra regular 5.56 BCG's on hand.  What is the difference in BCGs needed for the 7.62 caliber?

Can I put in a 7.62x39 bolt and enhanced firing pin in a regular carrier and be done?  Or do I need a whole new 7.62 BCG, or do nothing and use a normal BCG
Link Posted: 1/7/2015 12:26:44 PM EDT
[#1]
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I'm building a 7.62x39 AR, DI

I have several extra regular 5.56 BCG's on hand.  What is the difference in BCGs needed for the 7.62 caliber?

Can I put in a 7.62x39 bolt and enhanced firing pin in a regular carrier and be done?  Or do I need a whole new 7.62 BCG, or do nothing and use a normal BCG
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yes
I was looking at a $85 bolt from maxim but AIM has complete 762x39 BCGs for $99.
Link Posted: 1/7/2015 4:25:39 PM EDT
[#2]
Get an actual 7.62x39 bolt. There is some difference and it will function better. Thats if you dont want to buy an entire 7.62x39 bcg.
Link Posted: 1/7/2015 6:50:46 PM EDT
[#3]
you can use a 5.56 bolt carrier but need a 7.62 x39 BOLT
Link Posted: 1/7/2015 10:03:06 PM EDT
[#4]
Hi,

You can just use a USGI bolt carrier with a 7.62x39 bolt and extended firing pin.  
Since some of the older 7.62x39 surplus is still corrosive it's not a bad idea to have
A rust resistant coating like NiB or Melonited on the carrier and bolt, but not
necessary.

Regards:
Link Posted: 1/7/2015 11:02:33 PM EDT
[#5]
Thanks for the replies.  I have 2 spare complete BCG's on hand, did not feel like buying another.

I ordered a Tactical Ambush bolt that they have on special for $39, and a enhanced firing pin.
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