Screwjack

Thanks, I will check that out. Are those good quality gauges?

Here is my AR15 build so far. Moving a little slow but being my first build I want to be sure I learn and do things right. Need more parts to proceed beyond this point but will order them soon...

Thanks! I missed that "more options" thing. Got it!

I know this is a .308 sight but I was excited that I got my first AR15 parts and wanted to show them off :banana:

So I have posted pictures in forums in the past. It always real easy. What am I missing here? I cannot post pictures nor can I put any pictures in my gallery? Thanks!

Yes I understand that. I guess what I meant was are there usually problems with headspace not being correct with .308's? If so is it easily corrected?

Thanks guys, sounds like plan. Is the headspace a big issue on the .308's?

Okay here is what I have decided after doing extensive reading and video watching. I am going to first build an AR15 .223. I think since this is all mil spec it would be best for me to start here and wha the hell who could use two AR's anyway, right <lmao> So I have actually order a lower and a lower parts kit. I will start there and see how things go. But I will definitely be building me a .308 AR if all goes well with the .223. The only thing throwing me at the moment is this damn headspace thing. Wow what a controversy! Seriously, some people say it don't matter, some say it does, some say you can fix incorrect headspace, some say you can't. It's almost as bad as abortion and gay marriage arguments, sheesh!

No I did not disappear just enjoying the Ohio/Michigan comments. Good to see everyone gets along pretty well here. <laughs> <lmao>

Lower Receiver...

Thanks Yoda! I was just reading an article about using the same manufacture for the barrel, upper receiver and bolt carrier, it is highly recommended from what I understand. Also, I know it will likely not be as easy as I think, but this something I really want to do. It will take me some time due to cost, but I got time :)) Good luck with yours!

Okay so from what I have read so far the logical place to start to be seems to be with a lower receiver and go from there. It looks like you can build a .308 AR either from the ground up or you can get some assembled parts and put them together. Meaning a stupid LR versus one with all the parts in it already and the same would be true for the uppers, is this correct? So what I am thinking is an AR-15 based .308AR. Ever though I am a beginner I would like to got with a stupid LR and put the parts in my self and maybe even get a nice trigger. Couple of questions for you folks: What kind of tools do I need to accumulate? Is there an assembly manual that give the basics on LR assembly? Is starting with the LR the logical place to start? Also, if anyone wants to post pics of the .308AR I would not copy your build but look for ideas. Thanks!

New to the forum and from Ohio. About 20 miles east of Columbus. Looking to learn about building an AR and start building one soon.

Hello, Really new to the AR building and I am looking to learn as much as possible before I start buying parts and build an AR. What I am looking for is an AR that will be good for shooting coyotes and a gun that is awesome looking. That may sound stupid but I really think hat most AR's are very cool looking rifles and I wan tot make mine look as awesome as I can afford. I am in no hurry, I have never attempted this before and I have a lot to learn. Besides shooting coyotes I find on my property I also just enjoy shooting just for the fun of it. I have been reloading my own ammo including .308 for quite a few years now. So I load up a bunch and good shoot it up and reload more. If you folks would point me in the right direction and give me advice I would appreciate it very much. Do I under stand correctly that when building a .308 AR you have to choose a platform of LR-308, AR10 or AR15? This is because the different platforms are no compatible parts wise? Thanks in advance for any and all help, Screwjack aka: Tony