Posted: 1/1/2018 2:32:19 PM EDT
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I have an older RRA with the Half Quad Free Float rail and I want to replace it with a longer and slimmer free float rail. I am not an armorer but it appears to have a RRA only barrel nut that holds it on and with some type of lock tite (I would assume) thread compound to keep it in place. Any suggestions on replacing the rail ( gun shops, etc) and what rail works best with RRA rifles. I was looking at their TRO-XL or DLX both in the 15.5 length. Do I just need to send it back to RRA and let them work on it? Thoughts? BC |
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Originally Posted By BigCountry313:
I have an older RRA with the Half Quad Free Float rail and I want to replace it with a longer and slimmer free float rail. I am not an armorer but it appears to have a RRA only barrel nut that holds it on and with some type of lock tite (I would assume) thread compound to keep it in place. Any suggestions on replacing the rail ( gun shops, etc) and what rail works best with RRA rifles. I was looking at their TRO-XL or DLX both in the 15.5 length. Do I just need to send it back to RRA and let them work on it? Thoughts? BC Most non-GI style handguards utilize barrel nuts/mounting systems peculiar to them. The half quad's system is fairly standard for us, but would require replacement if going with some of our handguards ort those made by anyone else. The handguard that you're going to eventually decide on will dictate what tools and skills may or may not be required. Just about any decent gunsmith with the proper tools could do the job for you. Beware the casual guy that a friend kinda knows who has a vise block and offers to do it for you...it might be great and it might not...and it's your rifle that he would be "playing" with. Yes, sending it to us for installation of one of our handguards is certainly possible. W eask that you would call prior to doing so to set up a return authorization. Thanks. Steve/RRA |
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Originally Posted By BigCountry313:
I have an older RRA with the Half Quad Free Float rail and I want to replace it with a longer and slimmer free float rail. I am not an armorer but it appears to have a RRA only barrel nut that holds it on and with some type of lock tite (I would assume) thread compound to keep it in place. Any suggestions on replacing the rail ( gun shops, etc) and what rail works best with RRA rifles. I was looking at their TRO-XL or DLX both in the 15.5 length. Do I just need to send it back to RRA and let them work on it? Thoughts? BC I love my RRA rifle and another Varmint upper I have. They are the two most accurate AR's I own. But...their hand guards and barrel nut systems leave a lot to be desired. I am THAT "friend" of someone who might recommend you to me. Building and working on AR rifles/pistols is not rocket science. It's actually easier than it looks IF you have the proper tools (which I do). If you lived anywhere close to me I'd do the work for you....free of charge. |
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Originally Posted By PopGunner:
BC, I too have a RRA rifle (Operator II) that had the large, overweight hand guard and the obese gas block with THREE sling swivels on it. I replaced my gas block with a steel low-profile model (your preference as to whether it clamps on or is set-screw tightened). I then purchased a Midwest Industries M-lock handguard https://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/product-p/mi-ssm12g3-fde.htm and I love the heck out of it. Did the work myself. It was easy except for getting that crappy barrel nut system (that had some sort of thread locker on it) off that RRA uses. I love my RRA rifle and another Varmint upper I have. They are the two most accurate AR's I own. But...their hand guards and barrel nut systems leave a lot to be desired. I am THAT "friend" of someone who might recommend you to me. Building and working on AR rifles/pistols is not rocket science. It's actually easier than it looks IF you have the proper tools (which I do). If you lived anywhere close to me I'd do the work for you....free of charge. We just see too many "I Be Gunsmith" hack jobs, attempted modifications, partially reassembled piles of parts that used to be a fully functional rifle to say that "Anyone" can (or should) work on an AR-style rifle. Aptitude, experience, comfort level, and having the right tools for the job go a long way in doing the work correctly. We did lighten the half quad handguard three+ years ago...shaved off about a pound from it. Some of our "new for 2018" handguards will be amongst the lightest available. Steve/RRA |
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Originally Posted By RRAMODERATOR:
And there are plenty of "this guy" out there who could and would do the work for/with you, and do it right. We just see too many "I Be Gunsmith" hack jobs, attempted modifications, partially reassembled piles of parts that used to be a fully functional rifle to say that "Anyone" can (or should) work on an AR-style rifle. Aptitude, experience, comfort level, and having the right tools for the job go a long way in doing the work correctly. We did lighten the half quad handguard three+ years ago...shaved off about a pound from it. Some of our "new for 2018" handguards will be amongst the lightest available. Steve/RRA And about your new hand guards....that's good to know. Thanks for taking the time to share. |