Preacher Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 What's up, forum? My name is Richard, but "Preach" works fine as well. Here's my bio in a nutshell: I'm a small-church pastor aiming to become a bivocational police officer in Virginia. I spent eight years in the Army Reserve, was on the first rotation of OIF, and have decided that my next firearm purchase is going to be a .308AR build. I've been soaking in numerous websites and YouTube channels, and here's a rough overlay of what I'd like to build: Upper Receiver: Mega Maten (set, $577) Upper Parts Kit: None needed? Lower Receiver: Mega Maten 308 Upper / Ambi Lower (set, $577) Lower Parts Kit: AR-Stoner Customizable Lower Receiver Parts Kit AR-15, $25 Barrel: 18” Black Rain Ordnance fluted black, $360 Stock: Magpul UBR Gen 2 in black, $190 Handguard: Odin Works 308 15.5" M-LOK Handguard - DPMS HIGH Profile, $165 Pistol Grip: Ergo Sure-Grip, $28.50 Trigger: Geissele G2S Trigger Group LR-308 Small Pin .154" 2-Stage Matte, $165 Bolt Carrier Group: Black Rain Ordnance Nickel Boron BCG - .308 - DPMS, $300 Charging Handle: (included in receiver set) Gas Block: BLACK RAIN ORDNANCE LOW PROFILE GAS BLOCKS, $109 Gas Tube: Radical Firearms Melonited Gas Tube - Mid Length, $12 Receiver Extension Tube: Comes with Magpul UBR Buffer: DPMS Carbine buffer, $32 Buffer Spring: DPMS 308 AR buffer spring, $6 Flash Suppressor/Muzzle Brake: PA m4-72, $100 Safety selector: AST90 – 90 Degree Short Throw Safety Selector $40 Total Price: $2110 Optic: Nikon P-308 $250 Rings/Mount: Nikon P-series mount $50 As you can see, I'm sitting just south of $2500 once the optics are thrown in. I figure this'll be a "one piece at a time" sort of build- hopefully I'll have 'er done by next year's deer season. For me, this weapon is primarily for hunting, secondarily for self/home defense, and thirdly for range fun. There's also a chance this could become part of my gear as a LEO. I'd love to hear some feedback on my parts list- for all I know, I have non-compatible parts or a gaping blind spot in the design. Lastly- why in the world does no one carry lower receivers?? Any idea when we should expect to see some on the market? I'm sold on the Mega Maten, but if the receiver set is the only thing remaining in this build come next summer, I may be persuaded to go cheaper, simply to have a working system. Thanks for your time and feedback. I'm looking forward to building this gun and enjoying this online community!
shepp Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 Welcome, from southern Wisconsin. might just need one of gods men here for this group of misfits. Thank you for your service
washguy Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 Welcome aboard Preach ! but slow down ...you got stuff doubled up you dont need and all kinds of crap you are overpaying on and dont need...you been soaking up so much stuff its turned into fermented wine....lol lets build this right and thanks for your service! By your list you are showing me you havnt had any experience building an ar of any kind....but thats okay just slow down here Yes Mega is first class and ive got a few of em....but you have it listed twice...you only buy the matched upper lower set...they come together so deduct 577 the upper houses the bcg your black rain ordinance...there are other bcg's for less money..dunno why you are stuck on some of these black rain items? too much internet prolly why the black rain barrel? 360? theres better for less 18" good choice on length magpul ubr? very heavy buttstock....you just gonna target shoot off a bench or hunt too? theres much better choices for a lot less...these ar308's get heavy real quick and then they arnt fun to take out and shoot. your gas block is overpriced...many better ones for cheaper money that are adjustable... with the money you saved we can get you better optics...lol nikon m-308 a bit better so just take your foot off the gas for a bit others will chime in with their favorite stuff do you have the claw for the upper? punches? armorers wrench? Wash
unforgiven Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 Welcome from Indiana brother Richard and THANK YOU for your service.
Preacher Posted November 23, 2016 Author Report Posted November 23, 2016 19 minutes ago, washguy said: Welcome aboard Preach ! but slow down ...you got stuff doubled up you dont need and all kinds of crap you are overpaying on and dont need...you been soaking up so much stuff its turned into fermented wine....lol lets build this right and thanks for your service! By your list you are showing me you havnt had any experience building an ar of any kind....but thats okay just slow down here Yes Mega is first class and ive got a few of em....but you have it listed twice...you only buy the matched upper lower set...they come together so deduct 577 the upper houses the bcg your black rain ordinance...there are other bcg's for less money..dunno why you are stuck on some of these black rain items? too much internet prolly why the black rain barrel? 360? theres better for less 18" good choice on length magpul ubr? very heavy buttstock....you just gonna target shoot off a bench or hunt too? theres much better choices for a lot less...these ar308's get heavy real quick and then they arnt fun to take out and shoot. your gas block is overpriced...many better ones for cheaper money that are adjustable... with the money you saved we can get you better optics...lol nikon m-308 a bit better so just take your foot off the gas for a bit others will chime in with their favorite stuff do you have the claw for the upper? punches? armorers wrench? Wash Wash, thanks for the response! I began with the parts list, hence the redundant Mega entry in both locations. I assure you the price was only added once, unfortunately! I liked the look and reviews of the BRO barrel and was under the impression that matching the BCG with the same manufacturer was the best way to ensure proper BCG/barrel headspace. I know I could find cheaper parts, but my aim is function/aesthetics, not slinging lead at the cheapest price. What barrel manufacturer would you recommend at that price point? I like the tight fit and preset-ability of the UBR, though I'm open to alternative suggestions. I did see that the BRO gas block was higher than others- I may reconsider when it comes time for that purchase. I like the way you think with the optics, lol. In all honesty, I've spent the least amount of time researching scopes, though I like my Nikon Prostaff. Realistically speaking, I don't know that I'll have the occasion to shoot paper or deer beyond 400 yards. Do you think there's a huge difference between the P and M308? I do not have any tools yet, btw. I've only been thinking in this arena for a week or so. Again, thanks for your input!
Preacher Posted November 23, 2016 Author Report Posted November 23, 2016 21 minutes ago, unforgiven said: Welcome from Indiana brother Richard and THANK YOU for your service. Thanks! I lived in Connersville, IN for three years. Nice hunting out that way.
shepp Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 Barrels to look into, faxon and criterion are fav's around here. I know there are a few others but they escape me ATM
EngrBob Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 Howdy from the Texas side of the borders and thank you for your service. I have two Faxon barrels (18" 308 and 16" 556) and they are both great shooters.
MikedaddyH Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 Welcome from AZ ! Besides what Wash said I noticed you have a ar15 LPK listed you need a lr308 kit or a lr308 bolt catch and pivot pin & takedown pin for lr308 to go with the AR15 LPK. Also the buffer needs to be a lr308 carbine buffer which is shorter than the dpms carbine buffer used in the ar15.
Preacher Posted November 23, 2016 Author Report Posted November 23, 2016 Thanks for the welcomes, fellas. So as to not jam this thread up, I'm going to move the parts aspect over to the general forums. Thanks for the input!
98Z5V Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 11 hours ago, shepp said: might just need one of gods men here for this group of misfits. Man, ain't THAT the truth! Welcome aboard, Preach!
Armed Eye Doc Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 Another Texas welcome. Thank you for your service.
MikedaddyH Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 4 minutes ago, shepp said: I keep seeing this picture In my head You went there ! ?
Preacher Posted November 23, 2016 Author Report Posted November 23, 2016 1 hour ago, shepp said: I keep seeing this picture In my head Been a while since my smoking days. This is the closest approximation I have:
washguy Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 8 minutes ago, Preacher said: Been a while since my smoking days. This is the closest approximation I have: Sheesh get a darn haircut ! Wash
shepp Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 31 minutes ago, Preacher said: Been a while since my smoking days. This is the closest approximation I have: Lol sorry I couldn't help myself, if it helps that dudes a gun nut and former badass too ? Thank you again for your service
unforgiven Posted November 23, 2016 Report Posted November 23, 2016 Cool pic brother, glad you made it back home.
Malig8r Posted November 24, 2016 Report Posted November 24, 2016 Welcome to the forum from Michigan Preach.
beantown Posted November 24, 2016 Report Posted November 24, 2016 (edited) Welcome aboard Preach. Mega makes nice stuff. Edited November 24, 2016 by beantown
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