[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Change barrel length

Posted: 4/25/2006 12:46:57 PM EDT

I have a 20in barrel on my bushmaster. I would like to by the 16in bushmaster barrel from their webpage.

Could I change the barrel myself or would I have to take it to a gunsmith?

Is there a tool i can buy to do it myself?

If I have to take it to a gunsmith about how much would it cost?

Posted: 4/25/2006 1:02:03 PM EDT

[#1]

You need a Armorers Barrel Wrench.
Remember that the bbl must be 16" long to be legal, so you will have to permanently install Phantom or some thing.
http://www.bushmaster.com/shopping/brakes/yhm-28-5c1.asp

http://www.talonarms.com/talonarms/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=218&products_id=258

Posted: 4/25/2006 1:05:55 PM EDT

[#2]

Check this thread out: www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=4&t=226782

There's a step by step on there on how to remove and install a barrel. Hope this helps.

Posted: 4/25/2006 1:07:18 PM EDT

[#3]

You'll need an action block, vise, armorer's wrench, 1/16" punch, small hammer, and some moly lube. I'd also recommend a torque wrench, although many get by without one.

Posted: 4/25/2006 1:33:21 PM EDT

[#4]

Thanks guys, the info was very helpful.

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