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10/28/2011 10:59:43 PM EDT
Hello everyone.

I think its time for me to start by second build.
Some time ago i finished my 603 build and i had couple of parts left over. I didnt believe when people told me that there is no left over parts because its parts for another build
well i was thinking to do another retro build but i already have one for now so i think i'll build semi target rifle.
this is what i had in mind

thank you to brownells ar builder


I'm going to use my "raw" barrel from my parts retro parts kit and i'll keep it white. Its 20" and 1/9.
I already have aeroprecision lower with DPMS parts kit. but that is pretty much it for now. I'm building this rifle with pocket change basically. so it will take me a while.

One of the parts i'm interested right now is low profile gas block with bipod or bipod mount. do you guys think you can give me a pointer?
also i would be happy to hear any input you guys might have!

thank you!
10/28/2011 11:56:22 PM EDT
[#1]
first pointer:  don't mount the bipod on the gas block
10/29/2011 12:02:55 AM EDT
[#2]
Quoted:
first pointer:  don't mount the bipod on the gas block


???
10/29/2011 12:06:22 AM EDT
[#3]
the bipod should be mounted to the free float tube/rail
10/29/2011 12:09:30 AM EDT
[#4]
Quoted:
the bipod should be mounted to the free float tube/rail


ok i can see why. so it doesnt add preasure/bend on the barrel. is that right?
10/29/2011 12:11:58 AM EDT
[#5]
Quoted:
Quoted:
the bipod should be mounted to the free float tube/rail


ok i can see why. so it doesnt add preasure/bend on the barrel. is that right?




correct
10/29/2011 12:19:58 AM EDT
[#6]
Quoted:
Quoted:
Quoted:
the bipod should be mounted to the free float tube/rail


ok i can see why. so it doesnt add preasure/bend on the barrel. is that right?




correct


thank you. i didnt think about it but it make sence.
10/29/2011 4:03:04 AM EDT
[#7]
20" varminter kit from J&T and add in a 2 stage trigger. I think that would fit the definition of semi-target build.

Add in some glass.
10/29/2011 7:13:12 AM EDT
[#8]
Next, don't mount the bipod backwards and keep up forward.
10/29/2011 9:50:39 AM EDT
[#9]
Quoted:
20" varminter kit from J&T and add in a 2 stage trigger. I think that would fit the definition of semi-target build.

Add in some glass.


I think two stage trigger will way later update.  Thank you for the thought! I actually havent even thought about.


Quoted:
Next, don't mount the bipod backwards and keep up forward.


Oh ok! Thats how brownells put it, but I probably wouldnt know it till I actually buy one :)
10/29/2011 9:37:47 PM EDT
[#10]
putting a stress point  on your barrel will defeat the purpose of the 'free float' handguard.



Quoted:
Quoted:
Quoted:
Quoted:
the bipod should be mounted to the free float tube/rail


ok i can see why. so it doesnt add preasure/bend on the barrel. is that right?




correct


thank you. i didnt think about it but it make sence.


10/30/2011 4:45:05 AM EDT
[#11]


Here you go, on the left:

J&T 20" varmint kit––-(5% leo/mil discount and shotgun news sales ad) $535
Lower––––Somewhere around $90 out the door
RRA 2 stage trigger––-about $70
Walmart Harris bipod knockoff––-$40
Nitrex (weaver) 2-10x40––-(On clearance sale with $100 rebate) $199

My semi target build, $935 (actually a little over $800 b/c I already had the trigger)
10/30/2011 9:34:54 AM EDT
[#12]
Quoted:
http://i54.tinypic.com/71hhkn.jpg

Here you go, on the T 20" varmint kit––-(5% leo/mil discount and shotgun news sales ad) $535
Lower––––Somewhere around $90 out the door
RRA 2 stage trigger––-about $70
Walmart Harris bipod knockoff––-$40
Nitrex (weaver) 2-10x40––-(On clearance sale with $100 rebate) $199

My semi target build, $935 (actually a little over $800 b/c I already had the trigger)


That is awesome! Great looking rifles! That is what I want mine to look like!  Is it a2 stock on it? I have a1 stock that I will use for time being, but then would like to get a fancy one some time later.
thank you for sharing a picture!

What gas block do you have on it?
10/31/2011 9:03:40 AM EDT
[#13]
Well I ordered a complete kit at that price from J&T so it included the lower parts kit and stock assembly. I added a bipod stud on the free float. There is another uupgrade option for the low profile gas block, I just got the standard option. If you already have your complete lower then you just need the upper assembly which would be less $$$.

You can also get similar kits/uppers from Palmetto, Model 1, M&A. Plus you have Daniel defense, bravo company, spikes, White Oak and many more if you want something considered to be a little more top tier. However the first 3 plus J&T have good reputations around and I have ordered from all 4 over the years.

Might want to just do a little research on the barrel you want on your build.

My J&T is 556 chamber, 1:8 twist made by Double Star Corporation.

The Palmetto on the right is a stainless 223 wylde chamber 1:8 made by Wilson but I think Palmetto gets their barrels from Wilson and FN.

The 223 wylde chamber would be a better choice for a target rifle, not sure if it was an option when I ordered from J&T.
11/2/2011 9:37:20 AM EDT
[#14]
Quoted:
Well I ordered a complete kit at that price from J&T so it included the lower parts kit and stock assembly. I added a bipod stud on the free float. There is another uupgrade option for the low profile gas block, I just got the standard option. If you already have your complete lower then you just need the upper assembly which would be less $$$.

You can also get similar kits/uppers from Palmetto, Model 1, M&A. Plus you have Daniel defense, bravo company, spikes, White Oak and many more if you want something considered to be a little more top tier. However the first 3 plus J&T have good reputations around and I have ordered from all 4 over the years.

Might want to just do a little research on the barrel you want on your build.

My J&T is 556 chamber, 1:8 twist made by Double Star Corporation.

The Palmetto on the right is a stainless 223 wylde chamber 1:8 made by Wilson but I think Palmetto gets their barrels from Wilson and FN.

The 223 wylde chamber would be a better choice for a target rifle, not sure if it was an option when I ordered from J&T.


thank you for your input!
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