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8/25/2011 7:33:42 AM EDT
What do most consider to be the absolute neccessity when it comes to tools to build a complete AR, from stripped lower and upper? Dont want to buy what I'm not going to use Thanks!
8/25/2011 9:33:56 AM EDT
[#2]


Link doesn't work, where is this?
8/25/2011 9:57:37 AM EDT
[#3]
Sorry, try this bro
8/25/2011 1:20:05 PM EDT
[#4]
Thanks for the link.  

Based on what I'm reading I could get by with this:


Armorer's Wrench
Torque Wrench
Upper and Lower Vise Block
Roll Pin Punches
Allen Keys
Small Hammer
Needle Nose Pliers
Bench Vise

Leaving anything out?
8/25/2011 2:23:41 PM EDT
[#5]
In order to specify a little bit:

Get a PRI 5pin bbl nut wrench.

1/2" drive torque wrench: most manufacturers spec this on their bbl nut wrenches. Specific wrenches to install barrel nuts such as the Troy TRX, Daniel Defense Omega X, DD MFR, and probably a gazillion I'm forgetting seem to all have a 1/2" spec.

A PRI upper receiver block will allow mounting via takedown/pivot pins or picatinny mounting to align a bridged forearm better. It will also keep the interior of the receiver clear if you use a receiver lapping tool for truing the face of the receiver. If you don't plan on lapping anything the Panther Claw will work well.

Use a plastic bag when installing muzzle devices so that the finish doesn't get marred.
8/25/2011 5:08:20 PM EDT
[#6]
Thanks for the info

I plan on using the standard bbl nut now and if I use other rails I will get thier wrenches to install them.
8/25/2011 5:45:18 PM EDT
[#7]
Quoted:
Thanks for the link.  

Based on what I'm reading I could get by with this:


Armorer's Wrench
Torque Wrench
Upper and Lower Vise Block  Not needed and not worth the price.Roll Pin Punches
Allen Keys   You maybe need one, two if you assemble or alter a rear sight Small Hammer
Needle Nose Pliers
Bench Vise

Leaving anything out?


Parallel pliers or at minimum channel locks

A TM.  Pick your favorite Armed Forces edition
8/25/2011 6:07:53 PM EDT
[#8]
I also forgot: Moly Grease.
8/25/2011 6:10:47 PM EDT
[#9]
Ok I hadn't even thought of that
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