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Posted: 3/23/2011 9:10:08 AM EDT
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I'm working on assembling a AR and I have everything either on order or already delivered, but since this is my first build I doubt I have all the necessary tools so I wanted to ask for some recommendations.
I bought a complete Adams Arms upper receiver, a stripped PSA lower, a DD parts kit and a Vltor eMod kit (with buffer tube etc...) So what kind of tools would I need for this setup and is there some kind of inexpensive kit that includes most/all of the tools? I'm sure this question has been asked many times but I couldn't find a comprehensive list of tools and good options anywhere. So a point in the right direction would work as well. Thanks |
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Roll Pin Punches - to drive roll pins (3/32", 1/8", 5/32"); these have a small raised projection in the face of the punch to automatically center the punch and prevent the roll pin from collapsing
Roll Pin Holders - used to hold and start roll pins... very convenient Hammer - used to drive the roll pins #10 Flat-Blade Screwdriver - used for A2 stock screw and some pistol grips Block of wood - base to support receiver when driving roll pins Pivot Pin Installation Tool - handy tool if you build a few lowers Allen Key - used for some pistol grips Telescoping Stock Wrench - to tighten telescoping stock lock ring |
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Brownells is a good source for gun tools.
Rifle gear has a starter or builder set of tools. http://www.riflegear.com/p-806-riflegear-lower-receiver-builders-kit.aspx Check this link on an earlier thread about this issue. http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=4&t=529941 My picture from that thread: 
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My lo buck hillbilly list
roll of electric tape small vice grips used drill bits the size of the roll pins 12" Channelock pliers Vice jaw cushion blocks - and the vice, or some scrap lumber, deck screws, and a drill driver. Tape the jaws on the vice grips, use them to squeeze the roll pins in. Finish by tapping the pins with the drill bits and some kind of hammer, a rock will literally do the job. Secure the upper so it can't move in a vice, or screw the scrap lumber to something solid to hold it in place, depress the delta ring, grip the barrel nut, and tighten it. Point being. the tool kit for an armorer is the institutional answer for a newly trained under 22 year old trying to service hundreds of rifles in their care. Some things have to be taken apart, which can be entirely different than assembling one or two. The key is that someone with mechanical experience can put together an AR with almost nothing, where someone who's never done it ever before, and who also needs to tear one down, needs to be administratively controlled at every potential risk point to prevent damage. You get to prove if you decided correctly for you, lots have posted about it for themselves. This is one. |
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