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7/23/2008 1:21:41 PM EDT
I'm a little new to the whole AR sceen. I've been doing lots of research and I purchased a DPMS lower. I got the lower kit so it came with everything + telestock. I want to build an M4 profile gun, but there is soo many options to choose from. My first question is, When I installed the stock onto the receiver, how far does it thread in til I should stop it with the buffer retainer not letting it thread back out.

My 2nd question is, where should I be looking for an M4 upper? What is a good entry level upper to start with. I see alot on bushmaster but those are quite pricey. Is there a good sponsor to this site to look at uppers?

Thanks in advance. Sorry for the newb questions.

7/23/2008 1:30:14 PM EDT
[#1]
1st : look at the How to assemble upper, lower,...etc. thread above in this section for your question about the buffer tube.
2nd: there are many M4 profile uppers to choose from. Find one you like from a reputable manufacturer and in your price range and get it.
(RRA,Stag,LMT,BCM,CMMG,Stag)
7/23/2008 1:38:10 PM EDT
[#2]
+1 on the how to ,and Bravo will have thier M4 upper in stock this week . buy the Bravo ,and get the Bravo  M16 BCG. they are without a doubt the best M4 Uppers made . they are assembled by someone who won't settle for anything but perfection .
7/24/2008 1:30:06 PM EDT
[#3]
Another ?, Whats the difference in the LMT and the BCM M4 16" upper. From what I can tell the LMT comes with a threaded barrel. Does that mean I can change the flash hidder? Also which weight buffer carbine should I go with?  I'm guessing the heavier the weight the less recoil?
7/24/2008 1:38:54 PM EDT
[#4]
Almost every barrel made before 94 and after 2004 will have threads for a flash hider. If you are getting a BCM or LMT just go with the standard carbine buffer. You can't go wrong with either brand. I dont think there's any major differences between the two, both are top of the line uppers.
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