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Posted: 12/25/2007 2:01:03 PM EDT
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Hey I know this is a noobish question to ask but I have several questions about upgrading my AR. I currently have a stock m4gery bushmaster with minor add ons. I have purchased an aimpoint compm2, ggg backup iron sights, and i've changed out the extractor and the extractor spring. I'm pretty new with the AR and other firearms for that matter and I was wondering what I could do to increase the performance on my AR; for example increase in reliability, durability, and over all performance. I was thinking maybe changing out the bolt carrier assembly or even change out the trigger group (but I would have someone else change this for me if I decide to). I was wondering if this would really help and if so what companies would you guys prefer. The reason i'm asking this question is that my AR once in a while has a jam problem. It doesn't stove pipe but it feeds a round before the empty casing can get out. I think this called double feed or maybe thats something else. Well maybe this jam is caused by something else but opinions would be greatly appreciated. |
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Here's what I did to my M4gery 16" carbine to increase its reliability. I got a LMT M16 BCG when I first bought my carbine and I upgraded it with Bravo Company's bolt extractor upgrade kit. The main part I like about the upgrade kit is the 5 coil high quality chrome silicon material, heat treated to stress relieve the product and shot peened to add increased strength. Make sure you have a properly staked bolt carrier key screws, you could have it done or do it yourself or get it already done at the factory with brands like Colt, LMT, BCM (Bravo Company), and others. I'm using a heavy buffer but others are using heavier H2, H3, and the heaviest 9mm buffer, my heavy buffer is running fine so I don't need to change it to a heavier buffer. Carbine buffer tube castle nuts should be staked, some brands don't do it, have it done or DIY. Good quality mags like Magpul PMAG or USGI with Magpul anti-tilt followers with good quality ammo. Last thing is keep it well lubed. I've been using AR carbines since the mid '80s and had been lucky so far, not many problems at all, my carbines are my favorite. |
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