slugger43 Posted March 24, 2015 Report Share Posted March 24, 2015 In addition to barrels (see link prev. comment), ARP makes a bunch of 6.8 muzzle devices. I have their Vortex on my 6.8. Decent prices, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerman Posted March 25, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 So do you like the Vortex? Is it a good compromise? I was just going to get their flash hider. Ordered barrel and bolt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washguy Posted March 25, 2015 Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 Brakes are for the follow up shots ! Besides they look way cooler than a birdcage hider. My apologies to you sir....either im gettin too old or have too many rifles.....yes all of my 6.8's have comps/brakes WTF was I thinking? :) Wash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dane Armory Posted March 25, 2015 Report Share Posted March 25, 2015 Wash... "Never apologise its a sign of weakness" ... LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted March 26, 2015 Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 ^^^ That's my motto... :)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slugger43 Posted March 26, 2015 Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 So do you like the Vortex? Is it a good compromise? I was just going to get their flash hider. Ordered barrel and bolt. Yeah, the Vortex is a compromise, keeps the muzzle down, quiets the flash a fair amount, has a bit of effect on recoil, too. Really, recoil to me just isn't an issue on the 6.8, but I do like it. And I think it's cool-looking, which is a bonus. I AM a stylish SOB. Har! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerman Posted March 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 Cool, thanks. I might get it if he has more. Says he's out. So would an adjustable gas block be useful? I realise I can use a normal buffer or an H2. But I was thinking I could also turn the gas down a tad. I don't hand load so I usually don't bother with adjustables. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washguy Posted March 26, 2015 Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 no adj gas blocks needed.....recoil is nice....H2 buffer is bout the only mod to gas system you will need...if you want to :) Wash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dane Armory Posted March 26, 2015 Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 Got to agree with Wash , no Adj gas block needed . H2 buffer is a must have item. I have an Adj gas block on a 24" barrel turned it down then opened it up to find a smooth pattern of ejection of brass and have not touched it since. The PRI Quiet Brakes I have work great with muzzle rise, I can keep scope on target and watch bullet impact in target. But the Quiet part ,IDK ? , pretty good side blast also ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerman Posted March 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 26, 2015 Fair enough. I'll run it and see how it is. I'll drop a line to JP and see what setup they know about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerman Posted March 27, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 27, 2015 JP says people run the standard buffer. I can change weights if I want, but a spring change is unnecessary. I'll probably just run what I have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washguy Posted March 27, 2015 Report Share Posted March 27, 2015 JP says people run the standard buffer. I can change weights if I want, but a spring change is unnecessary. I'll probably just run what I have. Always...start out with "normal" before messing with stuff :) Wash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerman Posted March 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2015 Well, going with Blackstone. Same barrel and bolt. Hopefully get it ordered tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washguy Posted March 31, 2015 Report Share Posted March 31, 2015 Well, going with Blackstone. Same barrel and bolt. Hopefully get it ordered tomorrow. Good choice...those are H's rejects!..........just kidding Ha :) Wash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerman Posted March 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2015 Ya, he doesn't do that anymore. Ironworks is out of the barrel I want. Blackstone has what I want. I could put something together my self, but it's cheaper for me if I have limited options. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerman Posted April 18, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 18, 2015 Allllrighty.... So I got my upper. Went with Blackstone Arms. They had the parts I wanted. But Eric was very very good to deal with. Communications were great. Fast work, super easy. I would have no problem using him again. Polished chamber, squared receiver, GTG. I got a ARP 16" SOCOM barrel, enhanced bolt, and the Vortex 2 port comp. Went on a Aero receiver and MI 12" keymod guard. I like the MI guard. I like the BCM too, but the MI feels great and has some good features. The upper fit pretty tight on my Mega lower. Just a minor correction and it's a great fit now. Eric offered great service, but no need for that. GTG now. I'm pretty sure I built a 6.8 and I have a BCM 5.56 to fart around with. :)) Put my PA 1-6 on it. Swap over my BCM ambi handle. Got some AE and Hornady 120 gr SST to try out Sunday. Can't wait to take it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washguy Posted April 18, 2015 Report Share Posted April 18, 2015 SWEET! :) Wash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikedaddyH Posted April 18, 2015 Report Share Posted April 18, 2015 Damm that is nice ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTXshooter Posted April 18, 2015 Report Share Posted April 18, 2015 Nice Build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malig8r Posted April 18, 2015 Report Share Posted April 18, 2015 Nicely done. I like the Midwest Industries rails myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerman Posted April 19, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 19, 2015 Got out to the range today... I'm sold. It's not a nuclear weapon, but ya, easy to shoot, more power, very accurate. The ARP barrel seems to be better than the match on my 308. But it's still early. After I finally got it on paper, it was running very well. I ran a box of Hornady SST and it did great. Got on some steel at 500 yards... it was a good day. Had to run a couple mags of 5.56 after... ya, BB gun. I'm really pleased with the JP silent capture spring. I did ask them what others were running... more weight or different spring. They said run the standard it's fine. I have to agree. Bras was 3:30-4. shot great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unforgiven Posted April 19, 2015 Report Share Posted April 19, 2015 Nice rifle brother,got a MI handguard like that one on a 18" like it alot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Powerman Posted April 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 20, 2015 Nice rifle brother,got a MI handguard like that one on a 18" like it alot. Ya, now I see why they are so popular. Nice guard, light, some added features, and reasonable price. Hard to beat that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rsquared Posted April 21, 2015 Report Share Posted April 21, 2015 That thing looks pretty sweet. <thumbsup> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.