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Posted: 2/20/2012 5:16:32 AM EDT
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I installed a YHM mid length on my first build and had to modify the end cap to get it to clear the gas tube. The barrel is a Wilson Combat 16" match grade SS and the gas block is a low profile also from Wilson Combat. I chose the end cap with the large diameter barrel opening because I didn't think that the small diameter would fit, or would make contact with the barrel. I'm not complaining, I just never considered this possibility.
Here's the modified end cap: 
and the final installation: 
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| If you had used the smaller end cap you would not have had to cut it. The large end cap is only for use on barrels using a .936 gas block which yours sure as heck is not. The smaller end cap also does not leave such a large gap between barrel and cap and looks more finished. |
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If you had used the smaller end cap you would not have had to cut it. The large end cap is only for use on barrels using a .936 gas block which yours sure as heck is not. The smaller end cap also does not leave such a large gap between barrel and cap and looks more finished. That's what I figured –– after I did the mod. I may just order the other end cap and chalk this one up to a learing experience. |
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