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MI, USA
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Posted: 6/24/2024 12:13:54 PM EDT
[Last Edit: magnumdeke]
Looking for a longer than normal 6 position buffer tube to get my 10.5 pistols over 26”
What’s out there? While retaining my current carbine buffer and spring |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 6/24/2024 12:41:53 PM EDT
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MN, USA
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Posted: 6/24/2024 3:43:57 PM EDT
[Last Edit: s4s4u]
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Originally Posted By magnumdeke: Looking for a longer than normal 6 position buffer tube to get my 10.5 pistols over 26” What’s out there? While retaining my current carbine buffer and spring You will need about another 2", as 12.5" uppers have no problem making length. I went with a 9" round tube and a clamp on pistol brace, which has the same internal length as a 6-pos tube. There is this one but it's more than I needed. Just saw this one, and I think it will be close. I |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 6/26/2024 9:46:20 PM EDT
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I have a couple of rifle length spacers for Jo silent spring system that should be able to work with some tinkering
I still have a dose of vapor lock on what tube to get Planning on using the HR blade |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 6/27/2024 11:45:19 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By magnumdeke: I have a couple of rifle length spacers for Jo silent spring system that should be able to work with some tinkering I still have a dose of vapor lock on what tube to get Planning on using the HR blade I just recently saw one of those. I like it, kinda like a CQB stock. I should have the JRC tube in a couple days and will put it on my 5.56 to measure. If it makes length there is no reason to go longer, unless you are built like Larry Bird What to do with the extra internal space has me thinking of maybe mod'ing a rifle buffer to work with the carbine spring. |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 7/2/2024 10:14:12 PM EDT
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Update:
Extended buffer tube arrived and it will make the number. On my 10.5" 5.56 the OAL is just a hair under 26.5" Pic is with an SBA-3 fully collapsed, 11-1/2"ish LOP  All the way out you get about 14" LOP with that brace. The fit is a bit sloppy, but not a whole lot worse than with the SBA tube. If you are looking to get legal, this JRC extended buffer tube will get you there. |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 8/18/2024 9:34:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By s4s4u: Update: Extended buffer tube arrived and it will make the number. On my 10.5" 5.56 the OAL is just a hair under 26.5" Pic is with an SBA-3 fully collapsed, 11-1/2"ish LOP https://i.imgur.com/vFO0VuV.jpg All the way out you get about 14" LOP with that brace. The fit is a bit sloppy, but not a whole lot worse than with the SBA tube. If you are looking to get legal, this JRC extended buffer tube will get you there. @s4s4u Did you have to install the rubber spacer in your buffer tube as it says on the JRC website? |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 8/19/2024 1:52:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rubles: @s4s4u Did you have to install the rubber spacer in your buffer tube as it says on the JRC website? I haven't finished putting that lower together. I mocked up the tube and that is how it currently sits. I had hoped to finish it up this weekend but ran out of time. I planned on cutting the "tail" off of a rifle buffer to mimic a carbine buffer + 1.5", but if that doesn't pan out will just shim behind the spring. |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 8/19/2024 2:17:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By s4s4u: I haven't finished putting that lower together. I mocked up the tube and that is how it currently sits. I had hoped to finish it up this weekend but ran out of time. I planned on cutting the "tail" off of a rifle buffer to mimic a carbine buffer + 1.5", but if that doesn't pan out will just shim behind the spring. Ah, got it. When you get it done let us know how it works. I'm subbed to the thread as I also want to build a 10.5 that's over 26.5" as a "firearm". |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 8/19/2024 4:11:44 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rubles: Ah, got it. When you get it done let us know how it works. I'm subbed to the thread as I also want to build a 10.5 that's over 26.5" as a "firearm". Can someone please explain the 26" rule pertaining to an AR pistol? I've researched but still confused, lol. |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 8/19/2024 4:51:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ArizonaAR: Can someone please explain the 26" rule pertaining to an AR pistol? I've researched but still confused, lol. I believe, Federally, you can attach a vert grip to a "pistol" if it's over 26.5", don't quote me on that. My motivations, and probably most others in MI, are different, tho. In MI, if a "pistol" is over 26.5" it isn't actually a pistol according to the state and is just a firearm, precluding it from being required to be registered with the state as pistols are kept in sales registry. Yeah, it's a weird law. So in MI: 26.5" and under = pistol Over 26.5" not a pistol, just a "firearm" |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 8/19/2024 10:16:20 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rubles: I believe, Federally, you can attach a vert grip to a "pistol" if it's over 26.5", don't quote me on that. My motivations, and probably most others in MI, are different, tho. In MI, if a "pistol" is over 26.5" it isn't actually a pistol according to the state and is just a firearm, precluding it from being required to be registered with the state as pistols are kept in sales registry. Yeah, it's a weird law. So in MI: 26.5" and under = pistol Over 26.5" not a pistol, just a "firearm" Thanks for that. Another question: Who are the morons that make these laws? |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 8/20/2024 8:17:24 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ArizonaAR: Thanks for that. Another question: Who are the morons that make these laws? Well, you answered your own question, ha! |
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Posted: 8/20/2024 10:01:16 AM EDT
[Last Edit: m200maker]
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MN, USA
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Posted: 8/20/2024 12:10:54 PM EDT
[Last Edit: s4s4u]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By m200maker: Try Just Right carbines. I just ordered a 8.5 BT and they shipped pretty fast. $40 Tube Brilliant minds think alike, great suggestion. Scroll up a few posts 
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