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For sale, DPMS CAR stock assembly, package was opened but never used. Asking $50 shipped, USPS Priority.

SOLD Thanks

Is that a low profile?

Goon news, success at the range. The DPMS LR308 Rifle length spring did the trick. Just got back from the range, not one failure. Put some DPMS Mangonel iron sights on it and had it sighted in after 10 rounds. The rear peep seems a bit large, but ok. The DPMS Cancellation brake is interesting, I think it works really well. Now, I need a low power optic, maybe 4x or 5x.

After seeing Beantown's factory DPMS, I'm less concerned with the gas tube protrusion length, even though it looks odd. The only other odd characteristic is the stiffness of the buffer spring. I ordered a DPMS 308 rifle buffer spring. Between this and the DPMS CAR stock assembly I already have; I will be able to test a few things at the next range trip.

My bad! The gas system is MID-length 11.75" The bolt catch does work correctly manually, just not on the last round. I have an original DPMS 308 CAR stock assembly. I will install it and try again, this weekend. Although, I prefer the fixed A2 stock. Since the barrel is Bushmaster, are there any nuances? I don't think Bushmaster is making the 308 anymore.

Beantown"s gas tube looks about the same, his is factory?

Yup, carbine length. I understand gas tubes are the same for 223 and 308? Like I said, I bought it at the DPMS building at Perry, with most of the other parts except the receivers. I have extra carbine and mid-length gas tubes, I'll see how they compare.

The gas key doesn't hit the upper, buffer length wont allow it. With an empty mag I can manually engage bolt catch, however, not on last round fired. Buffer weight/length and spring seem to be in line with "Slashes Big Buffer Table", or close. The buffer spring seems stiff?

It wasn't dripping lube, but I thought I lubed it well. Only fired 20 rds, only two cycled the next round. Here is a pic of the gas tube protrusion into the upper. Does this look right? Got the gas tube and block from DPMS at Camp Perry, in July.

I finally finish my 308 build. First trip to the range, will not cycle. It will fire, extract, eject but not go back far enough to strip the next round from the magazine. Once in a while it would load the next round, mostly not. Recommendations? 1. Live Free Armory matched upper and lower, DPMS compatible, high profile. 2. Bushmaster 16" 1:10 Barrel, dimpled for gas block set screws 3. DPMS GII Cancellation Brake 4. DPMS Low profile gas block and tube 5. DPMS lower parts kit 6. UTG A2 308 stock assembly (spring .077" wire dia x 36 coils, 12.25 OAL) (Buffer 5.3 oz, 5.2" OAL) 7. DPMS Gen 1 Bolt Carrier Assy

Any experience with the variety of Sub $100 handguards found on eBay. There seem to be several types of attachment: 1. Clamp to barrel nut, handguard is split and has 2-4 clamping bolts. 2. Bolt to barrel nut, 2 Button Head Cap Screws each, at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock positions 3. Thread on to barrel nut, external threads on the barrel nut, internal threads on the hand guard, plus a locking ring 4. Wedge system, similar to clamping (hand guard not split) except two wedged from each side with SHCS, handguard has some sort of slots. Any favorites or failures?

Is the charging handle latch interchangeable between 223 and 308?

Rock River Arms 308 Top Rail Octagonal Handguard Standard length #308A0010TRB. See it at RRA: RRA TRO Handguard I was able to get a measurement of the difference in height of the handguard rail to the DPMS upper receiver rail. I measure the handguard rail to be .060" higher than the upper rail. My DPMS upper rail measures .150 thick. So, I would feel safe to say, the handguard rail is for a high profile upper (.210") with a 1-7/16 - 18tpi $75 shipped, payment by USPS Money Order, or Paypal Gift Take a look at the pictures and ask any questions

I just won a bid at Gunbroker for a matched set, $116 (got lucky). Should be seeing it in a week or two, to move forward with my build.

I have been doing a lot of reading about .308 rifle and carbine stocks, buffers, and springs. But nothing that answers my question.Does anyone have any experience with using a standard rifle stock with a DPMS .308 16" Barrel w/carbine gas system? Does the buffer weight need to be modified? Is it safe to do?

Was wondering if we could add Live Free Armory to the 308 Manufacturers forums. Live Free Armory Live Free Armory 4324 Fortune Place West Melbourne Florida 32904 (407) 891-1255 Sales@livefreearmory.com

South Bend area

It was easier to sell it, and buy the correct handguard.

For some reason, I don't see a option to edit my posts? Am I missing something?

My DPMS upper has the forward assist, however, most of the bolt carriers I see for sale don't have the forward assist serrations. Can I use a bolt carrier without serrations? Are the carriers I see from aftermarket manufacturers with serrations compatible?

New to the 308. A recent visit to Camp Perry and the DPMS building, I found my self walking out with a handful of parts to build a 308. When I purchased these parts I had little knowledge of the 308's and the variations from the many manufacturers. All of the parts I purchased at DPMS are compatible, however, I made a stop at the Rock River Arms building where the had tables full of near new 308 handguards, so I picked one up for $75. Seemed like a good deal until I realized the thread difference on the barrel nut. Other than an hand guard, I need the lower, bolt and charging handle to complete the rifle. I'll keep an eye out for the remainder of the components and hopefully complete the build in a few months. Thanks for a great source of information. Andy

Recent trip to Camp Perry, found my self leaving with a bunch of parts to build a DPMS version 308. Unfortunately, I bought a RRA free float handguard which if realized later, will not fit the DPMS upper. My question is, does anyone make a free float barrel nut which will fit a RRA handguard and a DPMS upper.