Posted: 5/18/2007 6:59:38 AM EDT
| Any AK builders in Indiana? |
| well, i was thinking about buying the tools (jigs and such) and building a few kits. but i cant weld so i would need some help with that aspect of it. not that i "cant" i just havent learned yet, and wouldnt want to try to learn it the hard way (ruining recievers or rails or both). i only have one kit for now, but if there are enough people around to get advice and welding help from then i might start grabbing a few more kits and look into gettting the proper tools. |
Carp- Theres a guy out of Indy (Broadripple area) that goes by the screenname Bowman. He builds AKs and FALs as a hobby, and does an excellent job. I told you on the phone I'd look for his number, but I can't seem to find it. You might want to contact him via PM. I live in an apartment, so I don't have a press. I've built a few 74s using my dad's press back home, and loaned the jig out to a few friends here in Indy. I made the jig at work; Perk of the job (Tool/Diemaker).  If someone's organizing a build party, let me know. I still have a 74 kit to build, and I'd gladly bring the jig.
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Thanks for the reply. I have a complete receiver, so I really just need to rivet and press for the kit I am assembling. I haven't done one yet, so I'd like to link up with someone who has already purchased the tools. I'd be interested in bending some flats if anyone has the knowledge. |