just finished my first build...and my first AR.. got a C.A.R. 15 kit from jtdistributing, my only regret with this is i got the chrome moly barrel, i can always switch that out later....Right?, My only problems with the build were the front pivot pin spring and detent, and the hammer/trigger assembly..those were a real bitch to get in, the upper and lower fit together nicely..used a lauer custom lower, only a very small gap between the upper and lower at the rear...millimeters...very little light showing..still waiting on a highrise trirail/rear sight from DPMS, last e-mail said i should expect it monday, also waiting on some mags and sling from cheaper than dirt. i will take it to the range on Wed. and then post a range report....also cheaped out on the optics...wally world special BSA red dot...(just coming outta divorce...very low budget here).......can't wait to shoot it...
Posted: 3/24/2005 6:56:05 PM EDT
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You can switch out the barrel, but it's not an easy task.
Posted: 3/24/2005 7:00:24 PM EDT
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the local smith treats me real good...sure i could get help there, but it would be a while before that anyway...they said the normal service life of a chromemoly barrel is 10-15,000 rounds...is that true.
Posted: 3/24/2005 7:47:44 PM EDT
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Quoted: You can switch out the barrel, but it's not an easy task.
Unless you buy roughly $50 worth of tools, then it becomes very easy.
