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NC, USA
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Posted: 2/3/2019 2:34:37 PM EDT
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Beautiful I was wrong then haha. Thank you. Taupe in jail.
If anyone is looking for nt4s Tarheel state Firearms has 4 or 5 black and taupe left. |
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Posted: 2/3/2019 2:45:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Conner378:
On a positive note I had another HK416 lower apporoved yesterday that I eformed dec 12th Cheers |
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Posted: 2/3/2019 6:02:55 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By BPT1775
Don't Know how this got glossed over..... Nice drop in! What make is it? |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 2/3/2019 6:46:11 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Teamafx:
Originally Posted By BPT1775 https://i.postimg.cc/XJHvy6gb/51362339-10156828426422988-2361972369142054912-n.jpg Don't Know how this got glossed over..... Nice drop in! What make is it? |
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Posted: 2/3/2019 6:54:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BPT1775: home made |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 2/3/2019 6:56:10 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/3/2019 7:17:04 PM EDT
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I took advantage of the warmer temps today and got out the krylon. Haven't pulled the trigger on painting the cqbr blockii yet, but this is a step in the right direction. Simple stripes have become my go-to pattern.
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Posted: 2/3/2019 9:06:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Functional419:
Beautiful I was wrong then haha. Thank you. Taupe in jail. If anyone is looking for nt4s Tarheel state Firearms has 4 or 5 black and taupe left. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 2/3/2019 9:52:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RMiller: Do the taupe have a gray/black latch and lock ring or painted taupe? I can let you now when he sends me a pic this week. He ordered 6 of each. 5 black and 4 taupe left if his memory is right. |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 2/3/2019 9:56:23 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Kidnap_44]
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Slung some lead today.
Nice and warm after our deep freeze. 
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Posted: 2/3/2019 10:12:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Functional419: To be honest i don't know. His order comes in from KAC this week likely (gov shutdown delayed the transfer). It will be whatever the latest production is and if KACs pics are current it will all be fde. I can let you now when he sends me a pic this week. He ordered 6 of each. 5 black and 4 taupe left if his memory is right. |
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Posted: 2/3/2019 11:47:12 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/3/2019 11:57:47 PM EDT
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For once I can't rub in having better weather: it rained all day and is supposed to rain tomorrow, too :\.
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Posted: 2/4/2019 12:24:58 AM EDT
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I had great weather here in Dallas but I was feeling under the weather
And the New England winning another one didn’t help! |
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Posted: 2/4/2019 1:11:23 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By krdt:
For once I can't rub in having better weather: it rained all day and is supposed to rain tomorrow, too :\. As long as it isn't absolutely pouring I'm still going shooting tomorrow tho. |
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Posted: 2/4/2019 9:25:05 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By krdt:
For once I can't rub in having better weather: it rained all day and is supposed to rain tomorrow, too :\. |
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USA
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Posted: 2/4/2019 4:57:44 PM EDT
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Are these the most current weapons fulfilling this role? Is there anything in the works to replace it? Or is this it for the foreseeable future?
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Posted: 2/4/2019 9:08:09 PM EDT
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More early cqbr's. Devgru, eod...etc
 Attached FileAfter a little research and finding another one posted in the ee, I believe I have an older 10.3" bushmaster HB on this build. I never knew that bushmaster offered 10.3" barrels back in the 90's. Pretty cool.  Attached FileCan't remember if this one has been posted yet. I think it has been, I just now realized what rail he had. Another gg&g 1201. Looks like he's got an arms #40 std rear sight. Plus he's got the 551 and a sweet set of peltor's. He's got great taste!  Attached File |
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Posted: 2/4/2019 9:50:25 PM EDT
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USA
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Posted: 2/4/2019 10:11:41 PM EDT
[Last Edit: 100roundclipazine]
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Little recce 20rd action
Finally got the tan mrds mount. Just looking for a docter. really loving this elcan, the eotech is great but this thing feels awesome Also again ignore the fake peq, real one comes in next week, kept it on to see how it looks I hate you guys with the wmx rotational mounts, so jelly 
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WA, USA
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Posted: 2/5/2019 1:39:05 AM EDT
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Where is everyone getting their taupe Kac front sights?
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 2/5/2019 1:42:35 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Seattle206:
Where is everyone getting their taupe Kac front sights? |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 2/5/2019 1:48:47 AM EDT
[Last Edit: AZ_SBR]
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 2/5/2019 1:51:13 AM EDT
[Last Edit: AZ_SBR]
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Got my new Knight's RIS today from Operation Parts. Subtle differences between it and the RAS.
It has a manufacture date of 05/15/2017. 
According to the instructions, the locking tab rests atop the front handguard retaining cap, which is opposite of what you do with the RAS. Do you think I read that before trying to install it? I spent almost 45 min fighting with it, trying to coax it in with oil and tapping it lightly (gouging the inside of the rail on the teeth of the barrel nut in the process) before I finally figured out I was doing it wrong... Jimminy Christmas. Once I put the locking tab over the retaining cap, it dropped in like Steve Caballero from Bones Brigade in an empty swimming pool. Is that analogy too dated? 
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Posted: 2/5/2019 2:55:35 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AZ_SBR:
Got my new Knight's RIS today from Operation Parts. Subtle differences between it and the RAS. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4860/33114799788_359c85a274_c.jpg It has a manufacture date of 05/15/2017. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4856/46938476192_7f1e6e6be2_c.jpg According to the instructions, the locking tab rests atop the front handguard retaining cap, which is opposite of what you do with the RAS. Do you think I read that before trying to install it? I spent almost 45 min fighting with it, trying to coax it in with oil and tapping it lightly (gouging the inside of the rail on the teeth of the barrel nut in the process) before I finally figured out I was doing it wrong... Jimminy Christmas. Once I put the locking tab over the retaining cap, it dropped in like Steve Caballero from Bones Brigade in an empty swimming pool. Is that analogy too dated? https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4873/33114799718_5f92a67ec3_c.jpg |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 3:07:50 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AZ_SBR:
Got my new Knight's RIS today from Operation Parts. Subtle differences between it and the RAS. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4860/33114799788_359c85a274_c.jpg It has a manufacture date of 05/15/2017. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4856/46938476192_7f1e6e6be2_c.jpg According to the instructions, the locking tab rests atop the front handguard retaining cap, which is opposite of what you do with the RAS. Do you think I read that before trying to install it? I spent almost 45 min fighting with it, trying to coax it in with oil and tapping it lightly (gouging the inside of the rail on the teeth of the barrel nut in the process) before I finally figured out I was doing it wrong... Jimminy Christmas. Once I put the locking tab over the retaining cap, it dropped in like Steve Caballero from Bones Brigade in an empty swimming pool. Is that analogy too dated? https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4873/33114799718_5f92a67ec3_c.jpg |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 3:13:50 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MILSPEC556:
My RIS bottom rail was also numbered backwards like the top rail. I think they might've sent you a RAS bottom rail? Its numbered standard Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Originally Posted By AZ_SBR:
Got my new Knight's RIS today from Operation Parts. Subtle differences between it and the RAS. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4860/33114799788_359c85a274_c.jpg It has a manufacture date of 05/15/2017. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4856/46938476192_7f1e6e6be2_c.jpg According to the instructions, the locking tab rests atop the front handguard retaining cap, which is opposite of what you do with the RAS. Do you think I read that before trying to install it? I spent almost 45 min fighting with it, trying to coax it in with oil and tapping it lightly (gouging the inside of the rail on the teeth of the barrel nut in the process) before I finally figured out I was doing it wrong... Jimminy Christmas. Once I put the locking tab over the retaining cap, it dropped in like Steve Caballero from Bones Brigade in an empty swimming pool. Is that analogy too dated? https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4873/33114799718_5f92a67ec3_c.jpg |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 3:30:00 AM EDT
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Posted: 2/5/2019 6:20:42 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Dyzastr]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AZ_SBR:
Got my new Knight's RIS today from Operation Parts. Subtle differences between it and the RAS. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4860/33114799788_359c85a274_c.jpg It has a manufacture date of 05/15/2017. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4856/46938476192_7f1e6e6be2_c.jpg According to the instructions, the locking tab rests atop the front handguard retaining cap, which is opposite of what you do with the RAS. Do you think I read that before trying to install it? I spent almost 45 min fighting with it, trying to coax it in with oil and tapping it lightly (gouging the inside of the rail on the teeth of the barrel nut in the process) before I finally figured out I was doing it wrong... Jimminy Christmas. Once I put the locking tab over the retaining cap, it dropped in like Steve Caballero from Bones Brigade in an empty swimming pool. Is that analogy too dated? https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4873/33114799718_5f92a67ec3_c.jpg ETA- as for the reference, I know all about the caballero, I still ride this occasionally. 
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TX, USA
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Posted: 2/5/2019 9:04:12 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dyzastr:
More early cqbr's. Devgru, eod...etc https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/471387/A7D725BB-9DE9-47F9-B681-72FA836773FC_jpeg-833691.JPG After a little research and finding another one posted in the ee, I believe I have an older 10.3" bushmaster HB on this build. I never knew that bushmaster offered 10.3" barrels back in the 90's. Pretty cool. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/471387/BE7DE470-8F0B-4379-A770-A7C15D1AE78F_jpeg-833693.JPG Can't remember if this one has been posted yet. I think it has been, I just now realized what rail he had. Another gg&g 1201. Looks like he's got an arms #40 std rear sight. Plus he's got the 551 and a sweet set of peltor's. He's got great taste! https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/471387/10A5A7D6-83FB-4D88-8B04-1CD8F272309D_jpeg-833694.JPG 
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TX, USA
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Posted: 2/5/2019 4:44:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Seattle206:
Where is everyone getting their taupe Kac front sights? |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 4:49:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By M4A1SOPMOD:
You beat me to that upper in the ee Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By M4A1SOPMOD:
Originally Posted By Dyzastr:
More early cqbr's. Devgru, eod...etc https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/471387/A7D725BB-9DE9-47F9-B681-72FA836773FC_jpeg-833691.JPG After a little research and finding another one posted in the ee, I believe I have an older 10.3" bushmaster HB on this build. I never knew that bushmaster offered 10.3" barrels back in the 90's. Pretty cool. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/471387/BE7DE470-8F0B-4379-A770-A7C15D1AE78F_jpeg-833693.JPG Can't remember if this one has been posted yet. I think it has been, I just now realized what rail he had. Another gg&g 1201. Looks like he's got an arms #40 std rear sight. Plus he's got the 551 and a sweet set of peltor's. He's got great taste! https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/471387/10A5A7D6-83FB-4D88-8B04-1CD8F272309D_jpeg-833694.JPG |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 6:31:31 PM EDT
[Last Edit: MILSPEC556]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By krdt:
Good catch... far as I know, the bottom should be numbered backward; also, 1-15 like the top, not 14-28. Since it's "new" production, maybe KAC only produces the top rails and includes RAS bottom rails now? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By krdt:
Originally Posted By MILSPEC556:
Originally Posted By AZ_SBR:
Got my new Knight's RIS today from Operation Parts. Subtle differences between it and the RAS. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4860/33114799788_359c85a274_c.jpg It has a manufacture date of 05/15/2017. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4856/46938476192_7f1e6e6be2_c.jpg According to the instructions, the locking tab rests atop the front handguard retaining cap, which is opposite of what you do with the RAS. Do you think I read that before trying to install it? I spent almost 45 min fighting with it, trying to coax it in with oil and tapping it lightly (gouging the inside of the rail on the teeth of the barrel nut in the process) before I finally figured out I was doing it wrong... Jimminy Christmas. Once I put the locking tab over the retaining cap, it dropped in like Steve Caballero from Bones Brigade in an empty swimming pool. Is that analogy too dated? https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4873/33114799718_5f92a67ec3_c.jpg |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 7:13:58 PM EDT
[Last Edit: eMc9001]
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Saw this on insta, Edit: Nevermind, optic is 1-8 ATACR I believe.
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Posted: 2/5/2019 7:32:26 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Dyzastr]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AZ_SBR:
Got my new Knight's RIS today from Operation Parts. Subtle differences between it and the RAS. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4860/33114799788_359c85a274_c.jpg It has a manufacture date of 05/15/2017. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4856/46938476192_7f1e6e6be2_c.jpg According to the instructions, the locking tab rests atop the front handguard retaining cap, which is opposite of what you do with the RAS. Do you think I read that before trying to install it? I spent almost 45 min fighting with it, trying to coax it in with oil and tapping it lightly (gouging the inside of the rail on the teeth of the barrel nut in the process) before I finally figured out I was doing it wrong... Jimminy Christmas. Once I put the locking tab over the retaining cap, it dropped in like Steve Caballero from Bones Brigade in an empty swimming pool. Is that analogy too dated? https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4873/33114799718_5f92a67ec3_c.jpg 
ETA-Mines a lil saltier. I had no idea they were still making the ris in 2017. For some reason I just assumed they stopped production once the ras came along. Note the numbering on my bottom half.  Attached File |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 7:36:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dyzastr:
@AZ_SBR: I think the locking tab on the ris should be under the handguard retainer. Then when you turn the screw, it applies upward pressure to lock it in place. That's how I've installed mine, and have seen others installed that way. When installed in the manner just described, it locks up tight and pushes the top and bottom half together, securing the bottom half in place. Gotta have a degree in rocket surgery just to install an ris. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dyzastr:
Originally Posted By AZ_SBR:
Got my new Knight's RIS today from Operation Parts. Subtle differences between it and the RAS. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4860/33114799788_359c85a274_c.jpg It has a manufacture date of 05/15/2017. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4856/46938476192_7f1e6e6be2_c.jpg According to the instructions, the locking tab rests atop the front handguard retaining cap, which is opposite of what you do with the RAS. Do you think I read that before trying to install it? I spent almost 45 min fighting with it, trying to coax it in with oil and tapping it lightly (gouging the inside of the rail on the teeth of the barrel nut in the process) before I finally figured out I was doing it wrong... Jimminy Christmas. Once I put the locking tab over the retaining cap, it dropped in like Steve Caballero from Bones Brigade in an empty swimming pool. Is that analogy too dated? https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4873/33114799718_5f92a67ec3_c.jpg |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 7:39:31 PM EDT
[Last Edit: krdt]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dyzastr:
@AZ_SBR: I think the locking tab on the ris should be under the handguard retainer. Then when you turn the screw, it applies upward pressure to lock it in place. That's how I've installed mine, and have seen others installed that way. When installed in the manner just described, it locks up tight and pushes the top and bottom half together, securing the bottom half in place. Gotta have a degree in rocket surgery just to install an ris. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dyzastr:
Originally Posted By AZ_SBR:
Got my new Knight's RIS today from Operation Parts. Subtle differences between it and the RAS. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4860/33114799788_359c85a274_c.jpg It has a manufacture date of 05/15/2017. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4856/46938476192_7f1e6e6be2_c.jpg According to the instructions, the locking tab rests atop the front handguard retaining cap, which is opposite of what you do with the RAS. Do you think I read that before trying to install it? I spent almost 45 min fighting with it, trying to coax it in with oil and tapping it lightly (gouging the inside of the rail on the teeth of the barrel nut in the process) before I finally figured out I was doing it wrong... Jimminy Christmas. Once I put the locking tab over the retaining cap, it dropped in like Steve Caballero from Bones Brigade in an empty swimming pool. Is that analogy too dated? https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4873/33114799718_5f92a67ec3_c.jpg ETA: Trying to find some illustrated instructions posted online and got beat :\. |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 2/5/2019 7:52:36 PM EDT
[Last Edit: AZ_SBR]
[#38]
I took a picture of the included instruction for this step. It reads: The Lock [though the diagram refers to it as a Locking Clamp] must be ON TOP of the forward handguard cap before pivoting the RIS into position.
When I tried it the other way initially, the rail was getting hung up in the rear. It was making contact with the teeth of the barrel nut and not dropping into place. There's a thin groove on the inside at the back of the rail which fits snugly over the teeth on the barrel nut, but for the life of me, I couldn't get it to line up. The front would start out in the correct position, but as I lowered the rail in the rear, it wouldn't stay fully seated under the forward handguard cap causing the back end to make contact in the wrong spot and not go into place. It got chewed up to the point where the teeth were eating into the aluminum and there were unpleasant grinding sounds
I have an email into KAC to inquire about the lower rail. MILSPEC's right, I paid a pretty penny for this from an authorized KAC distributor. It should come with the right parts, not a half-assed combo "because close enough..." |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 7:53:28 PM EDT
[Last Edit: MILSPEC556]
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RAS top RIS bottom in pic-
(Under handguard cap for RAS, above for RIS) ETA this guy REALLY torqued that screw down. Way overtightened lol 
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 2/5/2019 7:56:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryThanks for all the pics and help, guys! I appreciate it.
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Posted: 2/5/2019 8:16:14 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Dyzastr]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By krdt:
The instructions say to place the tab on top of the handguard cap for the RIS. ETA: Trying to find some illustrated instructions posted online and got beat :\. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By krdt:
Originally Posted By Dyzastr:
Originally Posted By AZ_SBR:
Got my new Knight's RIS today from Operation Parts. Subtle differences between it and the RAS. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4860/33114799788_359c85a274_c.jpg It has a manufacture date of 05/15/2017. https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4856/46938476192_7f1e6e6be2_c.jpg According to the instructions, the locking tab rests atop the front handguard retaining cap, which is opposite of what you do with the RAS. Do you think I read that before trying to install it? I spent almost 45 min fighting with it, trying to coax it in with oil and tapping it lightly (gouging the inside of the rail on the teeth of the barrel nut in the process) before I finally figured out I was doing it wrong... Jimminy Christmas. Once I put the locking tab over the retaining cap, it dropped in like Steve Caballero from Bones Brigade in an empty swimming pool. Is that analogy too dated? https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4873/33114799718_5f92a67ec3_c.jpg ETA: Trying to find some illustrated instructions posted online and got beat :\.  I’m pretty sure I had mine installed incorrectly then. Damn things.
question for anyone: is there a such thing as a legit su231 that can be acquired by legal means? I just found a sweet real deal su231 and want to be sure that they are legally available. |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 8:47:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Functional419:
To be honest i don't know. His order comes in from KAC this week likely (gov shutdown delayed the transfer). It will be whatever the latest production is and if KACs pics are current it will all be fde. I can let you now when he sends me a pic this week. He ordered 6 of each. 5 black and 4 taupe left if his memory is right. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Functional419:
Originally Posted By RMiller: Do the taupe have a gray/black latch and lock ring or painted taupe? I can let you now when he sends me a pic this week. He ordered 6 of each. 5 black and 4 taupe left if his memory is right. @ECPrevatte  Attached File |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 9:18:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dyzastr:
Aha. My rocket surgery degree must've expired. I’m pretty sure I had mine installed incorrectly then. Damn things.
question for anyone: is there a such thing as a legit su231 that can be acquired by legal means? I just found a sweet real deal su231 and want to be sure that they are legally available. |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 9:46:13 PM EDT
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 2/5/2019 9:48:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Spooled:
Need my tan coated latch NT4 to really set it off https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/297824/863EBB74-A761-4866-B7DA-4983DD8999D6_jpeg-834932.JPG |
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Posted: 2/5/2019 10:31:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Infidel4life11:
Yes they are acquired by legal means. I bought dozens of (SU-231/PEQ) marked and unmarked SU231s both tan and black from distributors and sold them retail in the store I was working in. HERE is an 8year old thread confirming what I am saying. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Infidel4life11:
Originally Posted By Dyzastr:
Aha. My rocket surgery degree must've expired. I'm pretty sure I had mine installed incorrectly then. Damn things.
question for anyone: is there a such thing as a legit su231 that can be acquired by legal means? I just found a sweet real deal su231 and want to be sure that they are legally available. |
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Posted: 2/6/2019 6:03:09 PM EDT
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Awhile back I picked up a WMX fixed body kit, came across a rotational body and picked that up so i could have a proper setup. Was just looking at it and noticed the rotational body doesn’t have the laser etched information/QR code on it, is this normal or did i get scammed on a fake body?
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Posted: 2/6/2019 7:11:26 PM EDT
[Last Edit: M4AZ]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By drago6:
Awhile back I picked up a WMX fixed body kit, came across a rotational body and picked that up so i could have a proper setup. Was just looking at it and noticed the rotational body doesn’t have the laser etched information/QR code on it, is this normal or did i get scammed on a fake body? https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/449093/2F83B34F-1D91-4921-B384-5939DF27AB49_jpeg-835885.JPGhttps://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/449093/E8821F61-8970-4CF6-8A4B-23331F988A8D_jpeg-835886.JPG  Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 2/6/2019 8:06:40 PM EDT
[Last Edit: M4AZ]
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TX, USA
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Posted: 2/6/2019 9:33:44 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By krdt:
Considering I can agonize over "Do I build a URGI 10.3 or another CQBR Block II" for a week or two, so do I; just not for pictures, lol. Honestly, I don't really even think about lighting. Mine are 25% lighting and 75% Photoshop fix after the fact, lol. Okay, maybe that's a bit of an exaggeration, but I definitely don't rely just on raw photo quality alone (with an antique camera I can't ;p). About the only time I give much consideration to lighting is when shooting on a white BG. A white BG is a lot less forgiving - you can fudge things a bit more when no one knows for sure what the background color is supposed to be. When the background needs to be crispy white and no shadows, you're also limited by how much you can correct the subject (or the BG for that matter). Half the time outdoors, I forget about taking pictures until the sun is too low and it's almost dark. Sometimes I can squeeze enough light out to make a decent picture and sometimes I can't. ETA: All clean and shiny. http://wkd.site.nfoservers.com/CQBR/CQBR.011819.WB-RS-02.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By krdt:
Originally Posted By wissota4:
Originally Posted By krdt: I wouldn't overthink it too much. A natural background is usually a good choice - dirt, gravel, etc. Concrete can work well, too. Just play around with whatever is available and see what you like. A white background is always a classic choice, but the lighting is a bit more important. Almost all my photos are taken with a shitty 10-year-old-plus Canon Powershot A2000IS with a meager 10MP sensor (you can get one for about $30 bucks today, lol). So, all things considered, I think they turn out pretty decent. That being said, I really need to invest in a DSLR. There is only so much you can do with such a dated camera. Anyway... Probably one of my favorites: http://wkd.site.nfoservers.com/CQBR/CQBR.110418.Shooting.NS-RS-08.jpg A white posterboard usually makes for a good background (as long as you get the lighting right or can edit it in Photoshop). I always seem to decide to take pictures on a white BG when the lighting is less than ideal, and then end up correcting it as much as possible in PS. http://wkd.site.nfoservers.com/CQBR/CQBR.112318.BF-RS-10.jpg http://wkd.site.nfoservers.com/CQBR/CQBR.011819.WB-RS-03.jpg http://wkd.site.nfoservers.com/CQBR/Mk18.122318.SBR.WBG-RS-02.jpg Of course, I'm always a fan of plunking it down in your brass after shooting: http://wkd.site.nfoservers.com/CQBR/CQBR.110418.Shooting.NS-RS-02.jpg Your pics look so damn clean. How are you guys getting such good lighting? Honestly, I don't really even think about lighting. Mine are 25% lighting and 75% Photoshop fix after the fact, lol. Okay, maybe that's a bit of an exaggeration, but I definitely don't rely just on raw photo quality alone (with an antique camera I can't ;p). About the only time I give much consideration to lighting is when shooting on a white BG. A white BG is a lot less forgiving - you can fudge things a bit more when no one knows for sure what the background color is supposed to be. When the background needs to be crispy white and no shadows, you're also limited by how much you can correct the subject (or the BG for that matter). Half the time outdoors, I forget about taking pictures until the sun is too low and it's almost dark. Sometimes I can squeeze enough light out to make a decent picture and sometimes I can't. ETA: All clean and shiny. http://wkd.site.nfoservers.com/CQBR/CQBR.011819.WB-RS-02.jpg |
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