Posted: 3/29/2010 4:30:01 AM EDT
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I'm learning to run my gun from my left/weak side and did not like having to slide my hand up the mag to release the bolt from the right side so I modified my BAD Lever. I used a second BAD Lever for the mod by dremeling a channel on the primary lever and cutting the end off the second lever. Measured twice and cut once for a perfect fit.
It would be nice if MAGPUL would re-design the backplate on the BAD with a similiar pad. 
Righthand Mag Release 
Righthand Bolt Release 
Lefthand Mag Release 
Lefthand Bolt Release 
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Does the mag release not try to bind up pressing on the lever that far behind the pivot? Not on my Spike's SL-15 (Spike's Upper & Lower). If the pad was the same size as the pad on the lever, it would be even easier to trip the bolt release. Need to run the gun more to strengthen muscles on the left side, but the more I practice the easier it becomes. |
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I shoot a rifle left-handed and just use my right thumb to hit the BAD for a bolt release. I can't really think of any situation I'd want to hit the release with my left index instead... During reloads my thumb hits the BAD lever right after inserting a magazine. For bolt lock-back on a double feed my right thumb again works the BAD lever while my left hand pulls back on the charging handle.
On the other hand I guess it keeps things mirrored from one side to the other. |
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I shoot a rifle left-handed and just use my right thumb to hit the BAD for a bolt release. I can't really think of any situation I'd want to hit the release with my left index instead... During reloads my thumb hits the BAD lever right after inserting a magazine. For bolt lock-back on a double feed my right thumb again works the BAD lever while my left hand pulls back on the charging handle. On the other hand I guess it keeps things mirrored from one side to the other. When doing mag changes I was having to slide my hand up the mag to trip the bolt release. That bothered me as it added an extra step instead of going straight to the AFG, so making the weapon mirrored from left to right makes it easier to run the gun from the left side. My wife is a southpaw and minipulates the gun as you do. ETA: Maybe it would be different if I was naturally lefthanded and learning to shoot from the right. 
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ETA: Maybe it would be different if I was naturally lefthanded and learning to shoot from the right. Maybe so... I guess I'm used to choking up a bit on the mag "beer can" grip on my reloads so my thumb is right there to tap the tip of the BAD. That's a pretty cool mod you made though. 
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A fellow shooter was bustin' on me at the range Saturday and said "just buy a billet ambi lower". I said "$200.00+ vs. $30.00.......do the math". Plus if you don't like the mod then just install the 2nd/new back plate and you have a factory looking BAD lever.
ETA: Thanks for the feedback/input though. Never paid attention to how the wifey runs the gun until I started shooting lefthanded. Much new respect for all you southpaws!
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ETA: Maybe it would be different if I was naturally lefthanded and learning to shoot from the right. Maybe so... I guess I'm used to choking up a bit on the mag "beer can" grip on my reloads so my thumb is right there to tap the tip of the BAD. That's a pretty cool mod you made though.
I shoot my rifles lefty as well and use the exact same methods as you jakjak. The mod Tornado made looks like a cross between the B.A.D. and a Wilson Combat latch...I like it. Would it decrease my drill times? I don't know. Are you lefties using an ambi charging handle too? I'm digging the ACLM, but would like to try a bigger latch. |
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ETA: Maybe it would be different if I was naturally lefthanded and learning to shoot from the right. Maybe so... I guess I'm used to choking up a bit on the mag "beer can" grip on my reloads so my thumb is right there to tap the tip of the BAD. That's a pretty cool mod you made though.
I shoot my rifles lefty as well and use the exact same methods as you jakjak. The mod Tornado made looks like a cross between the B.A.D. and a Wilson Combat latch...I like it. Would it decrease my drill times? I don't know. Are you lefties using an ambi charging handle too? I'm digging the ACLM, but would like to try a bigger latch. I've installed an ACLM along with a Norgon Ambi-Mag. I agree, the FA makes it harder to grab the ACLM from the right side. ETA: Badger has a large Ambi Tactical Latch for their Ambi Charging handle. You Tube Video |
| I'm running an ACLM. The problem I see with it is that unless the BCG is fully into battery you can't (my upper anyway) pull the charging handle back with your right hand. Instead of it tripping the release mech, it just hangs up in the notch. Maybe it's just me. I think I'm gonna try a Badger Ord since it will work for lefties even with the BCG to the rear. |
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I'm learning to run my gun from my left/weak side Per Magpul Dynamics AOTTC and others, it is a subtle, but incredibly important paradigm shift... Whichever hand your gun is in, that is your weapon hand. The opposite hand is now your reaction hand. There is no weak side.
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I'm learning to run my gun from my left/weak side Per Magpul Dynamics AOTTC and others, it is a subtle, but incredibly important paradigm shift... Whichever hand your gun is in, that is your weapon hand. The opposite hand is now your reaction hand. There is no weak side. I stand corrected, but...............my left hand, arm, elbow, shoulder is really my "weak" side.  I need to improve muscle strength, coordination, reaction, timing, etc from my left/weak side. 
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I'm running an ACLM. The problem I see with it is that unless the BCG is fully into battery you can't (my upper anyway) pull the charging handle back with your right hand. Instead of it tripping the release mech, it just hangs up in the notch. Maybe it's just me. I think I'm gonna try a Badger Ord since it will work for lefties even with the BCG to the rear. With a little drill press/dremel work I may have a way to make an extension for the ACLM. 
ETA: Using something kinda like THIS, dremel a flat spot on the side of the ACLM, drill and tap for the threads, and screw it on. Gonna have to do some research on different rubber feet sizes. 
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I'm running an ACLM. The problem I see with it is that unless the BCG is fully into battery you can't (my upper anyway) pull the charging handle back with your right hand. Instead of it tripping the release mech, it just hangs up in the notch. Maybe it's just me. I think I'm gonna try a Badger Ord since it will work for lefties even with the BCG to the rear. With a little drill press/dremel work I may have a way to make an extension for the ACLM.
ETA: Using something kinda like THIS, dremel a flat spot on the side of the ACLM, drill and tap for the threads, and screw it on. Gonna have to do some research on different rubber feet sizes.
Keep us updated if you try this out |
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I'm running an ACLM. The problem I see with it is that unless the BCG is fully into battery you can't (my upper anyway) pull the charging handle back with your right hand. Instead of it tripping the release mech, it just hangs up in the notch. Maybe it's just me. I think I'm gonna try a Badger Ord since it will work for lefties even with the BCG to the rear. With a little drill press/dremel work I may have a way to make an extension for the ACLM.
ETA: Using something kinda like THIS, dremel a flat spot on the side of the ACLM, drill and tap for the threads, and screw it on. Gonna have to do some research on different rubber feet sizes.
Keep us updated if you try this out Already done.............pics on the way!
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Parts used: Drill Press and base vise, 8-32 tap, drill, and handle, Dremel Barrel Sander (need 2), Dremel Cutting Wheel, 8-32 screw, Screwdriver, Blue pen
Dremel a flatspot on the side of the ACLM. Using a drill press and a base vise, chuck the ACLM with the flatspot up and use the 8-32 drill to drill in the center about 1/4" through. Make sure the hole is straight and centered or you'll cut into the internal spring in the ACLM. (no pics of the drill press but you get the idea) 
Tap the ACLM with the 8-32 tap and handle 
Using the second barrel sander, take it apart and use the rubber insert. Now using the 8-32 drill the center out. 
Take the other barrel sander and dremel an arc to contour the ACLM handle 
Insert the 8-32 screw into the dremel rubber and color it with a blue pen (optional) 
Now assemble with a touch of locktight. You can also dremel the sides/corners of the rubber for a more uniform/flowing look. 
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