I took put my Palmetto State Armory PA10 Gen3 today, bench fired to 200 yds. All of my AR15s have the Magpul BAD device and I love them. Trying to look back the BCG was a pain, I have a scope so I charge with my left hand. Kinda hard to reach the bolt release. So in trying to purchase another BAD device I read all of the info about the incompatibilities.
So I took a BAD device off one of my AR15s and checked fit and what it may take. Here's what I did. Basically as many have stated its clearance issues on the upper. But also the stock BAD curves forwards and interferes with the mag well.
The Fix
1. Bend the BAD device arm straight, thats all you will need.
2. Grind the back side to match the contour of the upper receiver. I took a bit more than I needed as the pics illustrate so take only what you need. Go slow.
Ensure as you cycle the charge handle that at no time does the bolt release touch the bolt. Mine clears easily, I'd estimate there is at least .010" gap between the bolt and bolt release during cycling.
That did it for me. The best part is the grinding is hidden so it doesn't look hacked.
For $28 if you ruin it its only $28 so good luck. Not sure how to attach photos. Sorry
Rare
