Reading through the forums I have a notion that a DPMS barrel may work. Before I head down that path and start spending money it would be a comfort to know the exact process. I've done due diligence and searched but I haven't found a single source for this information.
If anyone on the forum could help, please chime in.
1. An established fact. DPMS barrel extensions are different from Armalite. This means that a DPMS bolt must be used with the barrel and head spaced appropriately. (Or where can I source a 22 inch barrel that is designed for the AR 10?)
2. Well known fact, Barrel nut must be an Armalite type with the correct thread.
3. Gas block and gas tube:
- Armalite tubes are a different length. How is this resolved with a DPMS barrel?
- Does the carrier need to be an Armalite or DPMS? How does this interface with the gas tube? Different length tubes would indicate differences in the gas key design.
- Should an adjustable gas block be used?
4. Does a stock .308 buffer and spring work in this rifle?
The basic overriding question is, has anyone on this forum successfully built a 6.5 Creedmoor in an Armalite rifle? If you have, what have been the pitfalls or peculiarities of the build?
I get the sense that this is like a unicorn, many have heard of the beast but nobody has actually seen one.
Thanks
