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Posted: 6/12/2015 1:54:59 PM EDT
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Hello everyone, I've been lurking on this site for a long time. I'm very familiar with the AR-15 platform and have owned several though the years. I've never had an AR308 before though, never even fired one. Yesterday I just jumped in with both feet, I bought an Aero Precision M5E1 upper/lower set. I thought I would chime in and get some input on my component choices. For my first 308, I don't want a carbine and I don't want a benchrest rifle either. I want something with a balance of longer range capability and lighter weight. Here's what I've decided on thus far.
AP M5E1 Receiver Set w/15” Handguard AP M5 Standard LPK ALG ACT Trigger Magpul MOE+ Grip DPMS Rifle Buffer Tube Magpul MOE Rifle Stock w/PRS Extended Butt-Pad JP SCS-10 Buffer AP NiB BCG AP AR 308 Charging Handle BHW 18” Mid-Length Standard Profile Ares Effin-A Compensator .308 MKII SLR Stainless Sentry 7 Adjustable Gas Block AP Stainless Mid-Length Gas Tube I priced it out and can build this spec for about $1625(Not including the 308 Reaction Rod I now need to buy.) So, opinions? Anything you would change, or other products I should take a look at? I'm not big on flash, just functionality. |
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I'm not familiar with some of your choices so I can't comment on those, but I think you will want a better trigger.
While the ALG-ACT is improved over the stock triggers, I think you give up quite a bit by not using a better trigger. I really don't want to steer you toward one trigger or another because I haven't tried many, but, I was very happy with a POF 4lb single stage drop in unit over the ALG-ACT option. Looks like you have a very nice build planned. |
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I'm not familiar with some of your choices so I can't comment on those, but I think you will want a better trigger. While the ALG-ACT is improved over the stock triggers, I think you give up quite a bit by not using a better trigger. I really don't want to steer you toward one trigger or another because I haven't tried many, but, I was very happy with a POF 4lb single stage drop in unit over the ALG-ACT option. Looks like you have a very nice build planned. So you've used the ALG? |
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Ive heard mixed reviews on using a reaction rod..........I used a set up that I purchased on ebay that's holds the upper horizontally in a vice, I removed two barrels and installed two float tubes with it........worked fine and a lot cheaper than a reaction rod.
Not familiar with the adjustable gas block you are talking about............I would purchase an SLR gas block........anything with a set screw and a locking set screw is not worth it as they foul up with powder residue........ |
| Wow, thanks for the replies guys. I realize the trigger is not a place to skimp, especially if I want off-hand accuracy. I'm keeping the ACT on my list for now, mainly because I've never tried one and I can always drop it in another rifle. The Geissele G2S is the backup in the event the ACT isn't good enough, I think it probably will be though, I'm used to Mil-Spec. As for the gas block, thank you!! Those gas blocks look fantastic. Granted it's nearly 150% more expensive than the BTE, what a great design though. |
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I'm not familiar with some of your choices so I can't comment on those, but I think you will want a better trigger. While the ALG-ACT is improved over the stock triggers, I think you give up quite a bit by not using a better trigger. I really don't want to steer you toward one trigger or another because I haven't tried many, but, I was very happy with a POF 4lb single stage drop in unit over the ALG-ACT option. Looks like you have a very nice build planned. So you've used the ALG? Yes i used one in my LR308. |
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Just curious, but what does anyone need a reaction rod for? I've built 4 Ar's total including two 308's and used regular ol' vise blocks I found on ebay for $15 shipped.
Other than that, the ALG trigger is cool, but not if you're eventually putting optics on your rig or planning to shoot for groups or target shoot. I also have one, but I also have a Geiselle SD3G and a Rock River varmint 2 stage. At least step up to the Rock River for a few extra bucks if you're short on funds, otherwise go grab something better. Just my $.02... 
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My receiver set showed up today! Sorry about the crappy cellphone pics.
http://i59.tinypic.com/b85vk7.jpg http://i58.tinypic.com/mkzy8w.jpg Finish looks good, quality is typical forged with random visible machine marks. FCG pocket looks flawless. The handguard had a little more wiggle than I expected, I tightened the screws down and holy crap, this thing is rock solid. I had read about the handguard screw/barrel nut interference issue a couple of days ago. I verified this, and it's 100% accurate to say the handguard screws will gall the barrel nut when both are fully seated. Good news is that it's not all 8 handguard screws with the issue, just the 4 at the end of the receiver. Looks like I need to take about .025 off the screws and it won't be an issue anymore. Bummer, but definitely not a deal breaker. I'm very excited to start my first 308 build. Gotta get more parts on order! Edit: Pictures didn't embed? Am I too much of a newb? Editx2: Ok? Now the pictures are embedded. |
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