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IN, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 1:40:39 PM EDT
[#1]
Isn't there another style wrench that DD has?
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Posted: 3/15/2012 1:44:00 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By DocBach:
Goddammit i had to pay 15 bucks for that disposable wrench Well, I'm about to have to pay $40 to get someone to do it for me, plus eventually buy a more permanent tool |
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Posted: 3/15/2012 2:10:48 PM EDT
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I don't know the time line, but at first none of the rails came with a tool and you had to buy a steel wrench, they were good and lasted a long time, although not forever. Then, they came out with less expensive tools that were cheap to purchase, and eventually, they just started throwing a tool in the box of every rail. These tools really aren't good for more than about one use. They are probably aluminum and after you get a little torque on them, the teeth will start to round or or the wrench stretches or both. All most people will ever, ever, need is a single use wrench, so I though it was great to see them in the box.
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IN, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 2:41:01 PM EDT
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How does this one hold up?
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Posted: 3/15/2012 2:42:00 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By new-arguy:
I don't know the time line, but at first none of the rails came with a tool and you had to buy a steel wrench, they were good and lasted a long time, although not forever. Then, they came out with less expensive tools that were cheap to purchase, and eventually, they just started throwing a tool in the box of every rail. These tools really aren't good for more than about one use. They are probably aluminum and after you get a little torque on them, the teeth will start to round or or the wrench stretches or both. All most people will ever, ever, need is a single use wrench, so I though it was great to see them in the box. Yep, the wrench stretches AND the teeth round. Double fail. Hopefully, the smith can just tighten the nut on the slot because I REALLY want to shoot this weekend. |
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WA, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 2:44:07 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Tmender03:
How does this one hold up? http://a248.e.akamai.net/origin-cdn.volusion.com/mhae6.7c9w9/v/vspfiles/photos/DD-2140-2.jpg That's what I have, it's lasted through 2 RIS installs and 1 Lite install, and it also happens to work on receiver extension castle nuts, which I have used it for a dozen times. Still looks and works great. |
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MA, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 4:50:19 PM EDT
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Here is my MK12 MOD1 and M4A1 SOPMOD Block II
http://s14.postimage.org/xah3r3jip/ar_s_2.jpg http://s15.postimage.org/jrkzgro9n/ar_s.jpg http://s17.postimage.org/jxzjz2isv/m4a1.jpg Upper-Daniel Defense Mid-Length, RIS II in FDE, KAC BUIS's (300m rear), BCM charging handle, JoJo Brake, M3X light, TD VFG, CQD sling mount Lower-Noveske Lower, Daniel Defense LPK, CQD sling mount, Pinned LMT SOPMOD stock Optic-Elcan Specter Dr FDE, military version Sling- VTAC padden (tan) with HK clips (Not Shown) |
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WA, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 4:59:34 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By 11bway2b:
Here is my MK12 MOD1 and M4A1 SOPMOD Block II <a href="http://postimage.org/" target="_blank">http://s14.postimage.org/xah3r3jip/ar_s_2.jpg</a> <a href="http://postimage.org/" target="_blank">http://s15.postimage.org/jrkzgro9n/ar_s.jpg</a> <a href="http://postimage.org/" target="_blank">http://s17.postimage.org/jxzjz2isv/m4a1.jpg</a> Upper-Daniel Defense Mid-Length, RIS II in FDE, KAC BUIS's (300m rear), BCM charging handle, JoJo Brake, M3X light, TD VFG, CQD sling mount Lower-Noveske Lower, Daniel Defense LPK, CQD sling mount, Pinned LMT SOPMOD stock Optic-Elcan Specter Dr FDE, military version Sling- VTAC padden (tan) with HK clips (Not Shown) That's a lot of money sitting on that table. Both look fantastic! |
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MA, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 5:06:43 PM EDT
[Last Edit: 11bway2b]
[#9]
Thanks man, the M4A1 is basically as done as I can get it, the MK12 I still need to add a few little things (sling, sling mount).
Thats some hard earned deployment money right there! haha I also have my ATF form 1 in and waiting to get it back to build a MK18 clone as well! Can anyone tell me what is the correct charging handle for the M4A1 and where I can grab one? |
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Posted: 3/15/2012 5:21:07 PM EDT
[Last Edit: dangerdan]
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Originally Posted By 11bway2b:
Thanks man, the M4A1 is basically as done as I can get it, the MK12 I still need to add a few little things (sling, sling mount). Thats some hard earned deployment money right there! haha I also have my ATF form 1 in and waiting to get it back to build a MK18 clone as well! Can anyone tell me what is the correct charging handle for the M4A1 and where I can grab one? If you live in a state that it's OK to own a suppresor and/or plan to buy a suppressor, get the PRI Gas Buster. It's available at alot of retailers. Give BCM or Rainier Arms a try. If not, just use what you got and save the $40 difference on other stuff. The Gas Buster is about $85 new. ETA: You can't have a collapsable stock, but you can have an SBR? weird.. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 5:28:22 PM EDT
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What do y'all think about an Elcan mis-marked "7.62" not "5.56"? I can get one, but am just not sure if that is the way to go...
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MA, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 5:32:21 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By dangerdan:
Originally Posted By 11bway2b:
Thanks man, the M4A1 is basically as done as I can get it, the MK12 I still need to add a few little things (sling, sling mount). Thats some hard earned deployment money right there! haha I also have my ATF form 1 in and waiting to get it back to build a MK18 clone as well! Can anyone tell me what is the correct charging handle for the M4A1 and where I can grab one? If you live in a state that it's OK to own a suppresor and/or plan to buy a suppressor, get the PRI Gas Buster. It's available at alot of retailers. Give BCM or Rainier Arms a try. If not, just use what you got and save the $40 difference on other stuff. The Gas Buster is about $85 new. Unfortunately I live in Massachusetts (hence the JoJo brake and the USGI mags), I was going to go with the PRI just like on my MK12, but I just had never been able to find anything that was definite about what was actually issued! |
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Posted: 3/15/2012 5:34:05 PM EDT
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The last of the Gen 3 SU-230's from Kerif is on the way to Nacogdoches, TX
 
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Posted: 3/15/2012 5:36:37 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By dangerdan:
The last of the Gen 3 SU-230's from Kerif is on the way to Nacogdoches, TX Nice! 
Mounted my new one on the block 1.5 to see if I liked it on there. I do not. |
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Posted: 3/15/2012 5:44:09 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By 11bway2b:
Originally Posted By dangerdan:
Originally Posted By 11bway2b:
Thanks man, the M4A1 is basically as done as I can get it, the MK12 I still need to add a few little things (sling, sling mount). Thats some hard earned deployment money right there! haha I also have my ATF form 1 in and waiting to get it back to build a MK18 clone as well! Can anyone tell me what is the correct charging handle for the M4A1 and where I can grab one? If you live in a state that it's OK to own a suppresor and/or plan to buy a suppressor, get the PRI Gas Buster. It's available at alot of retailers. Give BCM or Rainier Arms a try. If not, just use what you got and save the $40 difference on other stuff. The Gas Buster is about $85 new. Unfortunately I live in Massachusetts (hence the JoJo brake and the USGI mags), I was going to go with the PRI just like on my MK12, but I just had never been able to find anything that was definite about what was actually issued! Originally Posted By Augee:
Originally Posted By Bonez556:
Can anyone tell me what that the correct charging handle is? ( other than the standard CH ) Sorry if this has already been gone over. If not standard the PRI M84 Gasbuster and the Crane "SOPMOD extended latch" are issued as Crane "Program" parts, or at least show up on Crane PowerPoints. A lot of units have bought various different kinds of extended latches like the Badger tac-latch - not to mention individual users with their own preferences and can buy whatever charging handle or latch they choose. "Correct charging handle" is like "correct stock." Too easy for the enduser to change, plenty of "program" options, and too much variability to get into a palsy over. ~Augee |
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Posted: 3/15/2012 5:57:21 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ragincajun1919:
Originally Posted By dangerdan:
The last of the Gen 3 SU-230's from Kerif is on the way to Nacogdoches, TX Nice! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v217/punkrockpoet/f90129c1.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v217/punkrockpoet/d5d5971e.jpg Mounted my new one on the block 1.5 to see if I liked it on there. I do not. You whore  ... I want one, but I'm too damn poor.
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TN, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 6:11:06 PM EDT
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Yay! I finally got ahold of a front sight!
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IN, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 6:17:40 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By 11bway2b:
Thanks man, the M4A1 is basically as done as I can get it, the MK12 I still need to add a few little things (sling, sling mount). Thats some hard earned deployment money right there! haha I also have my ATF form 1 in and waiting to get it back to build a MK18 clone as well! Can anyone tell me what is the correct charging handle for the M4A1 and where I can grab one? PRI Gas Buster is an option, I think Augee said that Badger latches and an extended "Crane" latch is also used. |
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MA, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 7:31:33 PM EDT
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I've seen the Badger latch, but where can I get one of the Crane extended latches?
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IN, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 7:36:05 PM EDT
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Model 1 Sales did have them.
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MA, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 7:41:18 PM EDT
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I saw that on there, is it the entire charging handle assembly or just the latch itself? It doesnt seem like a bad price, but I've seen mixed reviews of Model 1 sales online so wasn't to sure to order from them.
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Posted: 3/15/2012 7:53:34 PM EDT
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I have a crane latch I'm not using, it actually sucks ass to use.
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MA, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 8:04:08 PM EDT
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ya? Maybe I'll just stick with the PRI, I like it alont on my MK12
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IN, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 8:06:59 PM EDT
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I love mine, if nothing else, the way it helps divert the gas out the side.
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Posted: 3/15/2012 9:15:24 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ragincajun1919:
Originally Posted By dangerdan:
The last of the Gen 3 SU-230's from Kerif is on the way to Nacogdoches, TX Nice! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v217/punkrockpoet/f90129c1.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v217/punkrockpoet/d5d5971e.jpg Mounted my new one on the block 1.5 to see if I liked it on there. I do not. Don't hate now.. Me and my girl busting a few silhouettes. She shot very well. 
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Posted: 3/15/2012 9:30:14 PM EDT
[Last Edit: osha]
[#26]
Eww, SERPA. Hot-chick-holding-gun makes up for it though.
Shit, page ownage: 
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Posted: 3/15/2012 9:34:01 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By osha:
Originally Posted By ragincajun1919:
Originally Posted By dangerdan:
The last of the Gen 3 SU-230's from Kerif is on the way to Nacogdoches, TX Nice! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v217/punkrockpoet/f90129c1.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v217/punkrockpoet/d5d5971e.jpg Mounted my new one on the block 1.5 to see if I liked it on there. I do not. You whore ... I want one, but I'm too damn poor.I cant seem to get excited about them, Ive had enough a few times to buy one but its never been high enough of my list of wants to warrant purchase. Ill wait for SOCOM's next carbine optic to come out in 5 years or so. |
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Posted: 3/15/2012 9:36:01 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By GAshooter11: Don't hate now.. Me and my girl busting a few silhouettes. She shot very well. http://i1020.photobucket.com/albums/af328/nicCartel/e776c9f0.jpg http://i1020.photobucket.com/albums/af328/nicCartel/a9c3dd75.jpg Okay this is bullshit. Two Elcans AND a hot dame? Fuck it, I quit.  |
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IN, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 9:42:47 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By osha:
Eww, SERPA. Hot-chick-holding-gun makes up for it though. Shit, page ownage: http://www.tactical-life.com/online/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/daniel-defense-risii-1.gif That stock looks like it's missing something 
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Posted: 3/15/2012 9:46:11 PM EDT
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Haha, not my picture. Daniel Defense's.
I would post a picture of my rifle, but since KAC didn't win the contract for the RIS II, it wouldn't be welcome.
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IL, USA
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Posted: 3/15/2012 9:48:26 PM EDT
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Block II upper is on it's way back to me after having ADCO work their magic. Hopefully my T-1 ships tomorrow and I can get some pics up early next week.
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Posted: 3/15/2012 11:23:30 PM EDT
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I need a new lower for my block 1.5.... Highly considering the KAC SR15 lower, because used colt lowers are so damn expensive!
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Posted: 3/16/2012 8:16:13 AM EDT
[#33]
Originally Posted By ragincajun1919:
I need a new lower for my block 1.5.... Highly considering the KAC SR15 lower, because used colt lowers are so damn expensive! Yeah, 'cause the KAC lower at $700-ish is just chump change.
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Posted: 3/16/2012 8:44:17 AM EDT
[Last Edit: thebomber]
[#34]
Originally Posted By Rothbard:
Originally Posted By ragincajun1919:
I need a new lower for my block 1.5.... Highly considering the KAC SR15 lower, because used colt lowers are so damn expensive! Yeah, 'cause the KAC lower at $700-ish is just chump change.
When you have Elcan 1 and Elcan 2, it just may be chump change
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Posted: 3/16/2012 8:47:15 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Rothbard:
Originally Posted By ragincajun1919:
I need a new lower for my block 1.5.... Highly considering the KAC SR15 lower, because used colt lowers are so damn expensive! Yeah, 'cause the KAC lower at $700-ish is just chump change.
Colt lower with standard m4 stock -550 KAC lower with full ambi controls, SOPMOD stock, 2stage trigger, built in QD- 750 Colt seems like a rip |
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Posted: 3/16/2012 8:58:09 AM EDT
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Y'all are nuts for paying that much for some fk'n roll marks.
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Posted: 3/16/2012 9:02:18 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Y'all are nuts for paying that much for some fk'n roll marks. I feel like a chump with my SBR'ed DPMS lower. My wife bought it for me when we first started dating many moons ago. I SBR'ed it right away and have had it ever since. |
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Posted: 3/16/2012 9:13:36 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By Socomike:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Y'all are nuts for paying that much for some fk'n roll marks. I feel like a chump with my SBR'ed DPMS lower. My wife bought it for me when we first started dating many moons ago. I SBR'ed it right away and have had it ever since. I don't really see anything wrong with a dpms lower or any brand really, I'm just looking at what comes with it. The SR-5 lower seems to be a nice setup, that pre-built and ready to go. I want to try a 2stage trigger and figured this would be a good way. |
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Posted: 3/16/2012 9:20:39 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By ragincajun1919: Originally Posted By Socomike: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Y'all are nuts for paying that much for some fk'n roll marks. I feel like a chump with my SBR'ed DPMS lower. My wife bought it for me when we first started dating many moons ago. I SBR'ed it right away and have had it ever since. I don't really see anything wrong with a dpms lower or any brand really, I'm just looking at what comes with it. The SR-5 lower seems to be a nice setup, that pre-built and ready to go. I want to try a 2stage trigger and figured this would be a good way. Stripped NoDak A1s are ~$175 plus an LPK with your choice of trigger grouping and stock assembly... You're looking WELL under $550 for all that with a 2-stage and SOPMOD. But shit, if you've got the money, a KAC lower is DAMN sexy no doubt.  |
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Posted: 3/16/2012 9:29:24 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By ragincajun1919:
Originally Posted By Rothbard:
Originally Posted By ragincajun1919:
I need a new lower for my block 1.5.... Highly considering the KAC SR15 lower, because used colt lowers are so damn expensive! Yeah, 'cause the KAC lower at $700-ish is just chump change.
Colt lower with standard m4 stock -550 KAC lower with full ambi controls, SOPMOD stock, 2stage trigger, built in QD- 750 Colt seems like a rip LMT factory built lower assembly with SOPMOD is only $550 |
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Posted: 3/16/2012 9:40:26 AM EDT
[#41]
Originally Posted By thebomber:
Originally Posted By ragincajun1919:
Originally Posted By Rothbard:
Originally Posted By ragincajun1919:
I need a new lower for my block 1.5.... Highly considering the KAC SR15 lower, because used colt lowers are so damn expensive! Yeah, 'cause the KAC lower at $700-ish is just chump change.
Colt lower with standard m4 stock -550 KAC lower with full ambi controls, SOPMOD stock, 2stage trigger, built in QD- 750 Colt seems like a rip LMT factory built lower assembly with SOPMOD is only $550 So many choices. |
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USA
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Posted: 3/16/2012 9:42:09 AM EDT
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As I said yesterday, the big brown truck brought me some goodies.
Went with the FSP model as the KAC sights are DAMN expensive! Every single part on the upper is Daniel Defense. Still haven't decided if I want the SOPMOD stock yet. Next up is a EOTech 553 or an Aimpoint T1 on a KAC riser. Still deciding! 
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IN, USA
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Posted: 3/16/2012 9:48:43 AM EDT
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So I need help deciding a sling for my Block 1.5. I've got a CQD plate and front mount in the mail already. I was thinking originally for a Tan CQD Sling, but now I'm thinking black, which one do you think I should go with?
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Posted: 3/16/2012 9:49:19 AM EDT
[#44]
Originally Posted By kdoggy:
As I said yesterday, the big brown truck brought me some goodies. Went with the FSP model as the KAC sights are DAMN expensive! Every single part on the upper is Daniel Defense. Still haven't decided if I want the SOPMOD stock yet. Next up is a EOTech 553 or an Aimpoint T1 on a KAC riser. Still deciding! http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj3/roadblockxl/AR%20Rifles/DSC09073Medium.jpg Nice stick. Check out the Eotech EXPS3-0T also. |
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Posted: 3/16/2012 9:50:02 AM EDT
[#45]
Originally Posted By Tmender03:
So I need help deciding a sling for my Block 1.5. I've got a CQD plate and front mount in the mail already. I was thinking originally for a Tan CQD Sling, but now I'm thinking black, which one do you think I should go with? Post up a pick of the rifle so we can see which would look better. |
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IN, USA
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Posted: 3/16/2012 9:54:53 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Tmender03]
[#46]
Originally Posted By thebomber:
Originally Posted By Tmender03:
So I need help deciding a sling for my Block 1.5. I've got a CQD plate and front mount in the mail already. I was thinking originally for a Tan CQD Sling, but now I'm thinking black, which one do you think I should go with? Post up a pick of the rifle so we can see which would look better. I have a Tan Sopmod "2nd Gen" on the way, but here's a basic picture ETA I plan on upgrading to a RIS II sometime this year (or so is the goal). 
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Posted: 3/16/2012 10:20:08 AM EDT
[#47]
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Y'all are nuts for paying that much for some fk'n roll marks. Mines built on a $100 CMMG receiver. 
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Posted: 3/16/2012 10:35:36 AM EDT
[#48]
Originally Posted By ragincajun1919:
Originally Posted By Socomike:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Y'all are nuts for paying that much for some fk'n roll marks. I feel like a chump with my SBR'ed DPMS lower. My wife bought it for me when we first started dating many moons ago. I SBR'ed it right away and have had it ever since. I don't really see anything wrong with a dpms lower or any brand really, I'm just looking at what comes with it. The SR-5 lower seems to be a nice setup, that pre-built and ready to go. I want to try a 2stage trigger and figured this would be a good way. I have actually really come to like my DPMS lower. It went together tight but exactly how it was supposed too. It has several thousand rounds through it and never had a pin back out or a problem dropping a mag free. The LPK is a Spikes Enhanced kit and it has a great trigger pull with a clean break. If I were you, I would grab up a new M4 Carbine" marked Colt lower. They are pretty highly sought after and will only go up in value for sure. |
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Posted: 3/16/2012 10:44:32 AM EDT
[#49]
Originally Posted By Tmender03:
Originally Posted By thebomber:
Originally Posted By Tmender03:
So I need help deciding a sling for my Block 1.5. I've got a CQD plate and front mount in the mail already. I was thinking originally for a Tan CQD Sling, but now I'm thinking black, which one do you think I should go with? Post up a pick of the rifle so we can see which would look better. I have a Tan Sopmod "2nd Gen" on the way, but here's a basic picture ETA I plan on upgrading to a RIS II sometime this year (or so is the goal). http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll35/joshauclarkson/photo.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll35/joshauclarkson/IMG_20101226_085828-1.jpg You won't go wrong with black.That's my story and I'm sticking to it. |
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IN, USA
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Posted: 3/16/2012 10:46:17 AM EDT
[#50]
Originally Posted By thebomber:
Originally Posted By Tmender03:
Originally Posted By thebomber:
Originally Posted By Tmender03:
So I need help deciding a sling for my Block 1.5. I've got a CQD plate and front mount in the mail already. I was thinking originally for a Tan CQD Sling, but now I'm thinking black, which one do you think I should go with? Post up a pick of the rifle so we can see which would look better. I have a Tan Sopmod "2nd Gen" on the way, but here's a basic picture ETA I plan on upgrading to a RIS II sometime this year (or so is the goal). http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll35/joshauclarkson/photo.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll35/joshauclarkson/IMG_20101226_085828-1.jpg You won't go wrong with black.That's my story and I'm sticking to it. Might just get that used Black CQD on the EE then. I might still check locally and see what else they have too. |
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