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Posted: 2/22/2012 10:20:33 PM EDT
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I plan on doing my very first AR build with in the next few weeks. Couple of weeks ago I picked a Spikes stripped lower for $100. Today when I got home the Spike upper I ordered from AIM was at my door step. What tools will I need to complete this build? I plan on getting a Spikes LPK, Magpul CTR stock, MOE plus grip & some P Mags. What else will I need? A pic of what I have so far.
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Tools? naw, real men use bare hands! I got by with just a pair of pliers and a castle nut wrench on my first lower build. Brownells has a starter kit for about 100 bucks that might interest you. The moe grip should just need a regular screwdriver to install it. check the tacked threads in the do it yourself section for more tips and hints. Nice lookin upper, now get another.
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I recommend the Spikes Buffer Tube Kit, although, it is out of stock everywhere. You will have a spare buffer. It's always worth having a spare. You can also buy a BCM Buffer Tube Kit. It also comes with the buffer.
I would suggest you obtain: 1 - Non-marring mallet, (I use a small Snap-On Dead Blow) 1 - 3/32" Roll Pin Punch 1 - 7/32" Roll Pin Punch 1 - 3/16" Roll Pin Punch 1 - 1/4" Roll Pin Punch 1 - Castle Nut Wrench I also only use Snap-On Roll Pin Punches as well, but that's just me. Out of the roll pin punches, I generally only use the 3/32 and 1/4 I believe the most often. One thing I do, is I wrap lower receivers in electrical tape before I install any roll pins, pretty solid way to prevent marring. I basically wrap all flat surfaces in other words. |
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Does anyone sell a set of punches or can I just go to the local hardware store & pick some up? Bro, you don't need none of them sissy punches. All you need is a hammer and duct tape (so you don't scratch up the finish). I've built two lowers with nothing but a set of pliers, a screwdriver, a nail, hammer, and a castle nut wrench. The only specialty tool you'll need is the castle nut wrench; those can be had online for under 10$ Also, I would suggest just getting this lower build kit from Palmetto State Armory to finish it up. Yes, you'll end up with an extra buffer but at this point you'll get a buffer with whatever setup you buy. It's almost always part of the package. And great choice on a first rifle. Spikes makes the best rifle out there for the money. I have 2 Spikes rifles right now and they've both been flawless, accurate, and have good fit and finish (not that the last part really matters). You will not be disappointed with yours. |
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