Robocop1051

98 is right. That little bit of grime is your reassurance that you won't go KABOOM on your first round.

Some pistol grips, with the extended backstraps, leave a small gap between the extension and the receiver. You can order a grip wedge to fill that gap.

Those look good! Did you have them dipped? or did you dye them them?

It's my professionalism that you respect most! :)

If you had access to a machine, you could do some fancy "swiss cheese" work on the rail. If it were me, I'd probably mill off about 2/3 of the sides and bottom rails. Then work on lightening it with some "swiss cheese" work.

This can be achieved, with a little creativity. Obviously you can't cut the stock, but there are other options. RRA makes an "Entry" model short A2 stock. ACE makes a skeletonized version of the entry stock. Both of these stocks will be a little short for you, as they were designed to be shot wearing armor. NEXT, you need to find a DPMS butt stock extender. This extender will add over an inch of length to your short stock. Overall, you will have about 1.5" less length than a standard stock. Giving you approximately your desired length. Here is a pic of the standard length stock and the entry length stock, with the extender installed. [img width=810 height=625]http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s95/MMcfpd/Tail_of-two_Aces.jpg

Unless your barrel is dimpled for them, I'd go with a clamp on style.

Are you sure the FFL didn't fire it? Are you sure it was "NIB"? Most test fires are only 2 or 3 rounds. I can't imagine that would make the rifle all that dirty. There has to be some contributing factors.

I have one set of Troy Ind tritium HK style BUIS and 5 sets of Magpul MBUS. Bang for the buck, I think Magpul makes a phenominal set of sights.

You will most likely NEVER use the forward assist... Unless you are playing with it. Modern ammo in civilian conditions just don't make a rifle dirty enough. Personally I like the look of the upper without the forward assist. It has a clean, sleek look to it. I say keep the upper you have, and go with the DPMS rail.

This might be the only one that will match up correctly..... DPMS Free Float Rifle Length Quad Rail

Anyone who has spent enough time behind a Garand understands your pain.

I love fish... Especially when they are breaded and fried!

He's right. The Aimpoint T-1 and H-1 both have 50k hours battery life. Turn them on once, and change the battery once a year or so... Not because the battery is dead, but because you might forget how long it has been after 4 or 5 years. :P

I was just reading the above thinking, "I thought only old people had fish." Then I read the part about 1968... I was right!

Ok, first off you'll need an upper receiver vise block. I suggest the Armalite Universal Block. It's less expensive and looks to be a LOT sturdier than others I have seen. You can get a lower receiver block too, but I never needed one. I think most people pass on this part. To remove the A1 stock and install the collapsible stock: This guy is a little annoying, but the video seems complete enough. (It also saves me from writing a novel on how to do the swap) No specific "308" tools are required here! Parts to buy: 1. Carbine Length Buffer Tube 2. Carbine Length Buffer 3. Carbine Length Buffer Spring 4. Collapsible Stock of your choice 5. Castle Nut Reused Parts: 1. Buffer Detent 2. Buffer Detent Spring Left Over Parts: 1. A1 Fixed Stock 2. Rifle Length Buffer Tube 3. Rifle Length Buffer 4. Rifle Length Buffer Spring To remove/swap the pistol grip: fast forward to 02:00 so you don't have to bother hearing this guy babble for two minutes. Again, no special tools. As for the handguard... You need to decide if you like the Troy MRF or the Troy TRX. You will need the appropriate barrel nut for the handguard you choose. I'm not sure what nut the 308T uses, or if it will be reusable. If you go for the TRX, you have to buy the Troy TRX specific tools. You should have a barrel wrench tool to remove the muzzle device and then usually a hex key to remove the gas block. It's also a good idea to pick up a soft hammer. I have THIS one, and I use the piss out of it. Keep us posted on the progress! <thumbsup>

http://www.youtube.com/user/callofduty?v=4wIZp_E2CxQ

Is anyone else feeling sick? :puke:

Besides the barrel, handguard, barrel nut, magazines, upper receiver, lower receiver, bolt carrier group, charging handle and gas tubes... Nothing! <lmao> Actually, they are very different rifles. Like Ford to Chevy. Pistol grips, trigger and butt-stocks are the only common parts I can think of. The Armalite has a lot more options for accessories and modifications.

>:( If Obummer wins, it's your fault! <lmao> <laughs>

The extended carbine is nice. I had the opportunity to fondle an extended midlength yesterday (new build coming). You picked a good one!

Off the top of my head, Rock River Arms (RRA) is the best option. It's a dang good rifle, if you're ok with a few proprietary parts. We have a couple guys who own those rifles.

I just want to point out one more time... SIXTEEN MONTHS for my carbon fiber barrel :cookoo:

Long time member here... Never had a chance to share my story... I was ready to move up from my Smith and Wesson M&P15-22. I went to the local gun shop, where I buy all my guns, and told the clerk I wanted an AR-15. The clerk was very knowledgeable about the guns, even though he was only 30 years old. He told me that only very specific brands were considered "battle rifles" and that if I didn't want to be considered a complete ignorant "newbie" then I should only buy guns used by Chris Costa and Larry Vickers. The clerk advised that he never really served, but that he has been playing paintball since he was 15 and he regularly hangs out at 3-gun competitions, so he knows how adrenaline can affect weapon function. After almost an hour of the clerk narrating every Costa and Vickers film, he suggested I buy a Noveske N4 with a Trijicon ACOG... That is, until I was ready to move up to a "real" bullet like the 6.8 SPC. Seeing as he brought it up, I asked the clerk if he knew about the rumors of the .223 not being powerful enough to kill. The clerk was very excited to point out to me that the .223 bullet has never actually killed anyone. Instead the bullet just hits the target, flops around inside, and then the target dies from injuries instead of the bullet. He warned me about when the "SHTF" comes, all hell will break loose and I will need a more powerful rifle than a .223. I had no idea the State Housing Trust Fund was so aggressive that they would be going after innocent civilians, but I was intent to learn more. I was confused by his logic and asked him to explain. The clerk pointed out that the 6.8 SPC was conceived in a temple by shaolin monks over a 1,000 years ago. They knew it was going to be the most destructive bullet ever, so they kept it a secret until it was discovered by government agents that infiltrated the temple. If I wanted to protect my family when the "SHTF" comes, I will need to upgrade to this bullet as soon as possible. I was just about to jump on this rare opportunity to have the ultimate protection for the lives of my family for the coming "Barack-alypse"... My eagerness to learn must have sparked something in the clerk, as I opened my wallet. He told me that he had one more pertinent point of information that was being subdued by large corporations and government, because of their fear of revolution. That is when he educated me on the marvels of the .308 Winchester cartridge. He was informed enough to tell me about how this guy named Tango was hiding behind several feet of brick and concrete wearing all sorts and manners of kevlar armor. He said that the simple infantry teams were unable to defeat the cover and defenses of this guy Tango. They wasted thousands of rounds that just ricocheted off Tango's body. Then a Spec-Ops Recon SEAL arrived with a Vietnam-era M1A that he personally modified with parts and accessories he was able to fabricate in the desert. This guy was able to one shot kill Tango, through all the walls and armor, right in the head, with his rifle from 1,000 yards. I was amazed by this information. Never had I realized that a bullet used by NATO forces would be so anemic that it didn't actually kill. I knew right away that I was going to need a .308 rifle. The clerk pointed out to me that his T-shirt said "one shot, one kill" because Carlos Hathcock used a sniper rifle shooting the .308. How could this young man behind the counter know so much?!?! When asked for the source of his information so I could learn more, he was reluctant to reveal his sources, but did say I could come back anytime with questions that he is willing to answer. After maxing out two credit cards and signing the pink slip of my pickup truck over to the shop, I walked away with a great new rifle. It weighs 28 pounds fully loaded, but the clerk advised that my arms will eventually get used to the weight. Thanks for letting me share my story...

1. Troy Ind free float tube 2. PWS FSC30 muzzle device 3. Slash's heavy buffer and spring 4. BAD Inc ambidextrous safety (because they are AWESOME) 5. Magpul makes great/affordable stocks and pistol grips. Also check out Mission First Tactical. 6. I would bother with an expensive trigger till you've mastered the rifle you have. You bought a 308AR... You just entered the world of Monster Trucks and race cars. There is no more complaining about price. If you can't afford Mario Andretti's car, then you buy one piece at a time and build it over several months. There are rifles that are considered "better" than others, but that doesn't mean that that you can't build one up to be as good. Personally I think the LaRue OBR is likely the best off the shelf rifle out there... Yet I don't own it. Instead I built a rifle (over time) that is to my exact design. I would compare it to any off the shelf battle rifle. When I get my scope and off-set red dot installed, I will compete this rifle against all those off the shelf Ferraris and Corvettes.