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Ordered a Odin Works 12.5 keymod rail to go a BF Schuyler Arms BA barrel, cant wait for them to get here. Also got a AP bcg on sale at Schuyler, good deals there. Wilson Combat midlength adjustable gas block/tube unit was reasonable, hope it works as advertised. M5 stripped upper from Brownells on a JMT 80% lower. Still thinking about a muzzle device, leaning towards a Rainier Arms Compensator for 79.95.
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When looking for handgurds for the M5...which DPMS rifle is it based off of. MI lists by model and not by high or low.
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When looking for handgurds for the M5...which DPMS rifle is it based off of. MI lists by model and not by high or low. high, .210 Great...so which models are high and which models are low? MI has theirs labeled as .150 or .210. You want the .210. |
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.308 recoil can be kind of hard on components while cycling. You can minimize the wear and tear by dialing in the gas system to function reliably without over-gassing. This can also help minimize felt recoil, which saves wear and tear on you, too. It's also nice in that you can adjust if you're working up some hot loads vs. banging steel with under-powered range fodder. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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It looks like I found the sweet spot on grinding down another magazine catch. Hand cycled fine with about 30 rounds in PMags. Now off to the range when I get a chance to test in true function and hopefully start dialing in any gassing issues. Glad all of these PMags I bought aren't going to be a waste If the gun's action is working reliably, does the gas system really need any adjustment? .308 recoil can be kind of hard on components while cycling. You can minimize the wear and tear by dialing in the gas system to function reliably without over-gassing. This can also help minimize felt recoil, which saves wear and tear on you, too. It's also nice in that you can adjust if you're working up some hot loads vs. banging steel with under-powered range fodder. It looks like the jerry-rigged mag catch doesn't hold up at the range. Mag was slipping out with every shot. Guess I'm calling Aero tomorrow. Also, that ZQI with the Mega barrel is freaking horrible for accuracy. ( I was just testing function with that ammo, but still something ain't right) |
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ZQI 308 is 5" inch ammo at 100 out of my Rainier Match Select. It functions though.
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Finally got mine out today. I wanted to make sure everything worked before I Cerakoted it, and it ran like a champ. The bolt was super tight, but I think it just needs worn in.
I blasted 60 rounds of M80 to get a copper base and then sent some 175gr FGMM through it. Groups were great---1/2 minute. I need to take it past 600 yards and true my algorithm on Applied Ballistics, though. It says I'm at 2700fps with a 16" barrel. (That would be great, right? ) |
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Anybody who ordered from slr receive your orders yet? I'm pushing two weeks with no shipment.
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Anybody who ordered from slr receive your orders yet? I'm pushing two weeks with no shipment. I ordered mine 11/24 and I got it the following saturday What did you order? |
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I ordered a Lpk and upk from schuyler and it was supposed to be delivered on Say The last scan was on the 3rd leaving AZ. So I have lower and upper with in the Tipton gun vise just sitting here and the barrel should ship today or tomorrow, but who knows if it will make it here. What are my potions for getting these parts again?
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Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: Anybody who ordered from slr receive your orders yet? I'm pushing two weeks with no shipment. I ordered mine 11/24 and I got it the following saturday What did you order? 308 SLR Solo Mlok, Sentry 7 gas block and gas tube |
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Anybody who ordered from slr receive your orders yet? I'm pushing two weeks with no shipment. I ordered mine 11/24 and I got it the following saturday What did you order? 308 SLR Solo Mlok, Sentry 7 gas block and gas tube Same except a solo lite and barrel nut wrench. |
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Got an update today my rail is at the place that does anodizing... View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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Anybody who ordered from slr receive your orders yet? I'm pushing two weeks with no shipment. Got an update today my rail is at the place that does anodizing... Same boat. Gotta love getting "in stock" items that really aren't. |
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I got an email from Samson. They have an evolution series rail that will fit the M5, but you have to call to order it as it isn't up on the website. No idea if it is the keymod or the regular evolution rail.
Now I just need to decide if I want to go that route or with the centurion rail |
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Emailed Aero on Monday, will see what they say as far as addressing this problem.
As of right now, really regretting this is what I spent money on for my own Christmas gift |
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I just started my first AR build, I decided to do a LR-308 based build that will be chambered in 45 Raptor to use for hunting in southern lower Michigan. I found a great deal on the M5 receiver set through Schuyler Arms. It will take me a little while to finish it, I am calling it my Johnny Cash gun build, because I am getting it one piece at a time! LOL
Components of the Build: Receiver set: Aero Precision M5 Lower (has tension screw) and Upper BCG: Aero Precision phosphate coated CH: Aero Precision (may swap out to AXTS Raptor) LPK: Aero Precision Standard lower parts kit Upper Parts: Aero Precision Upper parts kit Stock: Ace ARFX Buffer tube: A2 Rifle length Buffer & Spring: DPMS 308 Rifle Safety: Seekins Precision Ambidextrous (Blue) Mag Release Button: Seekins Precision (Blue) Mag Catch/ Ambi-release: High Velocity Arms (Nickle Boron) Handguard: AP Custom Ultra light series Carbon Fiber 14 inch (they sent the wrong one to me, the 223 version doesn't fit LOL. should be here soon...) Bipod stud: AP Custom Still have to get: 45 Raptor Barrel: Satern Machining Muzzle Brake: Medesha Firearms Magazine: Medesha Firearms Tools: Brownells 308-AR BARREL EXTENSION TORQUE TOOL |
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Has anyone who ordered the Ballistic Advantage barrel from Schuyler Arms gotten theirs in yet? Or a shipping notification?
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Has anyone who ordered the Ballistic Advantage barrel from Schuyler Arms gotten theirs in yet? Or a shipping notification? View Quote I think Schuyler is a small operation and got overwhelmed by orders. I've been waiting on some M5 internal parts for 2 weeks, just got a shipment notice today. |
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He had over 1200 orders in 3 days based on his pricing.....I saw a pile of processed packages with labels yesterday at his shop that would fill the back of my truck. He's working it. Picked up ALOT of stuff as well over the last week.
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No....I live near him and have done a lot of business with him.
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Ballistic advantage sent Schuyler the wrong barrels by accident. Chris caught it and received the correct barrels yesterday. Things happen when BF deals are so hot, no biggie, they should ship ASAP
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I think Schuyler is a small operation and got overwhelmed by orders. I've been waiting on some M5 internal parts for 2 weeks, just got a shipment notice today. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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Has anyone who ordered the Ballistic Advantage barrel from Schuyler Arms gotten theirs in yet? Or a shipping notification? I think Schuyler is a small operation and got overwhelmed by orders. I've been waiting on some M5 internal parts for 2 weeks, just got a shipment notice today. I actually received TWO shipment notices... for my order... apparently the first one was nothing more than eye candy as I kept looking at it for days with no tracking or shipping update. First one was sent on Dec 3rd and then yesterday, I got two more, one to me and one to my dealer. Looks like progress... I can wait. I did get my Aero Precision order in today for the 16" .308 barrel and gas tube... |
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I bought my Lower and upper and both parts kits and a BA barrel from Schuyler arms. I am looking for a decent stock and rail.
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Mine shipped yesterday.
Didn't get to add the grip I wanted from him, but that's my own fault. |
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I made two separate orders from Schuyler one on 11/25 (upper, lower, BCG, CH, and LPK) then a second order on 11/27 for the M5 carbine buffer,spring, stock kit... I asked for combined shipping and was told they would. How that would have been pulled off given the amount of orders would have been impressive...
Well...I got the second order today with nothing included from the first... Looks like the first order is on the way as I still have two tracking numbers (lowe to my dealer, the rest to me)... so progress is being made. |
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Looks like slr has a bunch of rails ready, lets hime some of them are ours.
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Great Now I have to contact him and find out. It only took 8 days to get the parts kits in 2 day priority mail. Also where are you guys getting parts I am looking for a adjustable gas block and a mid length gas tube and rail and stock and all I can find is ar15 parts, but Magpul has a few AR10 stocks.
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No... called Friday reference a rail that showed in stock, was told the rail I ordered was at the shop getting anodized.... apparently the rail was NOT in stock. I don't like that... View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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Anybody get a shipping notice from slr? No... called Friday reference a rail that showed in stock, was told the rail I ordered was at the shop getting anodized.... apparently the rail was NOT in stock. I don't like that... Did he say that or the website say that? Either way that's shitty. Mine is getting anodized too, hope it's not the same case. I'd like to actually build this rifle while I'm home on leave. |
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Did he say that or the website say that? Either way that's shitty. Mine is getting anodized too, hope it's not the same case. I'd like to actually build this rifle while I'm home on leave. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Quoted:
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Anybody get a shipping notice from slr? No... called Friday reference a rail that showed in stock, was told the rail I ordered was at the shop getting anodized.... apparently the rail was NOT in stock. I don't like that... Did he say that or the website say that? Either way that's shitty. Mine is getting anodized too, hope it's not the same case. I'd like to actually build this rifle while I'm home on leave. The guy who answered the phone said he's familiar with my order and then told me... he said they pick up daily and it should not be long... |
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Anybody get a shipping notice from slr? No... called Friday reference a rail that showed in stock, was told the rail I ordered was at the shop getting anodized.... apparently the rail was NOT in stock. I don't like that... Did he say that or the website say that? Either way that's shitty. Mine is getting anodized too, hope it's not the same case. I'd like to actually build this rifle while I'm home on leave. The guy who answered the phone said he's familiar with my order and then told me... he said they pick up daily and it should not be long... I was told over a week ago too. Hope they respond to my email in the morning. Or at least get a shipping notice, this is getting old. |
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I put this together for $1650 on Black Friday. Basically the same stats as the 18" Aero full rifle but includes a Geissele ssa-e, BCM comp, BCM charging handle, Magpul Pro offset irons, and a nickel boron bcg for less $$$! http://i.imgur.com/h4Ugavi.jpg http://i.imgur.com/yjtGNxN.jpg http://i.imgur.com/tFg2L2m.jpg http://i.imgur.com/ZXGPvDc.jpg View Quote What did you pay for the barrel and buidler set? I came right at 1300 with everything, including troy HK style irons, a UBR, and G2s. But I also got the $144 barrel from schulyer and the $150 bolt from AIM My cost: M5E3 builder set - 375 BA 18" barrel - 144 UBR 200 Troy BUIS HK style FDE 110 AR10 Carbine buffer and spring 30 AIM oxide bolt 150 JP clone comp $15 Aero LPK minus grip and trigger - $45 Magpul grip (?) 20 BTE adjustable gas block - 45 gas tube 7 BTE charging handle 50 Geiselle G2S 115 Total - $1300 |
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I'm sure you've got me beat on price. Nice build!
I bought a complete upper from Aero since I don't have any 308 vice blocks and this is likely my one and only. |
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