Need to Choose a Stock for the AR
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BROWNELLS AR-15/M16 CARRIER KEY STAKING TOOL | Brownells
for AR15s, $58
(Note to OP - you really won't need this)
for AR15s, $58
(Note to OP - you really won't need this)
If I remember correctly, you bought a piston upper? As you have said, it's probably on the heavier side. I would probably find something a little bit heavier to balance the rifle out.
I have assembled several lowers with only a couple punches, pliers,vice grips, and hammer. Having the right tools I'm sure would make the job easier though. Only thing I would recommend is to install the front pivot pin inside a large plastic bag, so tiny parts don't go flying on you.
Lower assembly.
How to build an AR-15 Lower Receiver: A Step by Step Visual Guide
I have assembled several lowers with only a couple punches, pliers,vice grips, and hammer. Having the right tools I'm sure would make the job easier though. Only thing I would recommend is to install the front pivot pin inside a large plastic bag, so tiny parts don't go flying on you.
Lower assembly.
How to build an AR-15 Lower Receiver: A Step by Step Visual Guide
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I would not purposely select a heavier stock. Magpul CTR is a good, basic go to option.
Besides LWRCs ain't that heavy. Unless you plan to benchrest the rifle everytime do what you can to keep it lighter.
When we gonna meetup to shoot this masterpiece of yours?
Besides LWRCs ain't that heavy. Unless you plan to benchrest the rifle everytime do what you can to keep it lighter.
When we gonna meetup to shoot this masterpiece of yours?
Eddie Gunks
.338 Win Mag
Eddie Gunks
.338 Win Mag
I think the set I bought was like $325 IIRC....
Damn! Too bad, i was thinking i wanted/needed a set. But.......my chisel works fine. Not as pretty but for my personal stuff it is all good.
Cleck
.308 Win
I've got the same one for my build. I loved the weight but that lock feature sold it for me. Absolutely perfect
Eddie Gunks
.338 Win Mag
Luth ar. The fixed version or the decked out collaspable stock version.
MBA-1 Rifle Buttstock | Luth-AR
MBA-3 Carbine Buttstock | Luth-AR
I highly recommend getting the tool for the front pivot pin install. I've built half a dozen lowers without one and this is the most fiddly step IMO. On a couple I got it first try - on a couple I had trouble. The detent loves to shoot out, hit the ceiling and find a hiding place. Bought a tool on Amazon recently and have yet to use it. Happy to lend it.
S
stuck in ny
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The threads are deeper and stronger on the mil spec.
I've been using a razor blade to hold the detent while installing pin.
Phazer
.450/400 Nitro Ex
For handling the lower's pivot pin spring/detent, no special "tool" is needed. Just get yourself a 1/4" clevis pin at a hardware store to use along with one of your thin punches and save yourself a lot of "oops" moments where you lose detents as they shoot across the room.
If you can, perform the detent installation with the lower inside a large plastic bag. That way, you can manipulate parts through the plastic. And, if parts fly free, you can easily retrieve them.
For your perusal:
How to install the front Pivot Pin using a $1 clevis pin - 56K death - AR15.COM
The Black Rifle: How To Install An AR-15 Front Takedown Pin
And.....
If you can, perform the detent installation with the lower inside a large plastic bag. That way, you can manipulate parts through the plastic. And, if parts fly free, you can easily retrieve them.
For your perusal:
How to install the front Pivot Pin using a $1 clevis pin - 56K death - AR15.COM
The Black Rifle: How To Install An AR-15 Front Takedown Pin
And.....
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Cleck
.308 Win
Yeah, the detent pin is the armorer/gunsmith's version of a mechanic's jesus clip. Fucking pain. This little step here is really helpful.
Pair of channel lock pliers, electrical tape, screw driver and a set of punches (they will always come in handy).
Phazer
.450/400 Nitro Ex
If you need extended takedown pins (which are nice) and want a specialized tool for installation of the spring and detent, you could get something like this:
Extended Takedown & Pivot Pin, Detent & Spring and Assembly Tool 5.56 .223 | eBay
If you do more assemblies, it is never a bad idea to have extra parts available. That way, if a friggin detent flies away, you can just pull out another and continue with your work.
10 Stainless Steel Takedown/Pivot Detent/Pin w/ Springs -- 5.56/.223/223/556 | eBay
Extended Takedown & Pivot Pin, Detent & Spring and Assembly Tool 5.56 .223 | eBay
If you do more assemblies, it is never a bad idea to have extra parts available. That way, if a friggin detent flies away, you can just pull out another and continue with your work.
10 Stainless Steel Takedown/Pivot Detent/Pin w/ Springs -- 5.56/.223/223/556 | eBay
swilliams
6.5 Creedmoor
Okay, re-watched a few videos this morning. Another question. If you stake the castle nut, what happens if you want to change anything?
Not necessary. Skip that.
Eddie Gunks
.338 Win Mag
Use blue locktite
swilliams
6.5 Creedmoor
Somehow missed that the first time you said it.
What about buffer tube assembly? How important is quality there? I'm seeing prices ranging from about $35 to over $100, and being the newb I am, didn't realize the stock didn't come with the tube. Gah, I feel like an idiot. Oh well, at least this time I'm not trying to figure out an X-Box controller, lol.
Cleck
.308 Win
I can't remember how much the buffer tube I got from AllStar was, but it wasn't expensive.
Edit: I looked it up on their site - $28 and I have no doubt about the quality. I think it has more to do with the parts you put in it. Even then, I think I spent like $48 total for an enhanced buffer spring and heavy buffer.
Edit: I looked it up on their site - $28 and I have no doubt about the quality. I think it has more to do with the parts you put in it. Even then, I think I spent like $48 total for an enhanced buffer spring and heavy buffer.
LWRC isn't heavy weight though right? More like midweight. Their complete rifles are around 7lbs I think, which is actually lighter for a piston setup. Besides for anything other than a bench gun. I don't think an AR components should any heavier than absolutely necessary.
Marine Cpl
.577 Tyrannosaur.
It also makes recoil lighter since all the weight is up front. That could be a good thing.
My preference is as light as possible coming from a combat orientated standpoint.
Cleck
.308 Win
Fuck. I thought my keyboard/grassroots warrior experience was gonna be enough to cut it here
Fuck. I thought my keyboard/grassroots warrior experience was gonna be enough to cut it here
If it makes you feel better I've done waaay more shooting as a civilian than I did in the Army.
What's the difference between ex-military and someone who's never served?
The ex military guy is damn proud to be a civilian!
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Marine Cpl
.577 Tyrannosaur.
Me too. In fact, I think civilians are generally better shots too.
The only think I've noticed is many have a lack of understanding (only due to inexperience) of weight management after extended periods on the move. That's kind of a difficult experience to get. Even hunters park their butts down and aren't constantly on the move.
Picked up a clevis pin at lowes for my upcoming build. $1.80
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Uzi
.308 Win
That gets me to wonder how many detents are under my cushions by now? I added one last week.
Cleck
.308 Win
That's an awesome patch, definitely something I want to add to my bag.
My only comment on my non-military service is that I wish I had finished ROTC. I liked it and wanted to continue with the group I was with, but I couldn't afford to keep going to that school. When I didn't return, I didn't pursue Army/ROTC/service again until a few years ago when I called a recruiter to see about Army or NG service and he said he couldn't/wouldn't process me because I had tattoos. I feel a guilt for not serving, unlike my brother, grandfather, and half brother (all coincidentally not in Army, lol).
Cleck
.308 Win
Sorry for the 
I'll lock it down
I'll lock it down