confused Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 I wanted to build a high value / low cost 308. I picked up a new DPMS Oracle for under $750. I got a Nikon P-308 scope for under $200. Put in an ALG trigger and a Surefire ProComp 762 Muzzle Brake on it. Added a LimbSaver recoil pad and a high value bipod. Just got back from an indoor 25yd range session. The last two shoots were touching each other and just above the bullseye (Based in Nikon's Spot On, that puts me zeroed at 200yds with the Hornady 168 BTHP). I couldn't be happier. Next stop, 200yd outdoor range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 You did well. Very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washguy Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 Xcellent ! Money well spent on the right stuff....nice to hear that everything worked....instead of...my bullet she stuck on top of my other bullet and when that bullet fell out the bottom of the mag thingy then that spring in the tube was making a twang noise so I wrapped duct tape around it and now its a single shot...Oh ive been lurking here for 3 years nice forum please help me fix my ar10 Wash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 5 minutes ago, washguy said: nice to hear that everything worked....instead of...my bullet she stuck on top of my other bullet and when that bullet fell out the bottom of the mag thingy then that spring in the tube was making a twang noise so I wrapped duct tape around it and now its a single shot...Oh ive been lurking here for 3 years nice forum please help me fix my ar10 Wash He bought a factory DPMS gun, wash... What you're describing is the PSA stuff, especially the early problems... before they decided to fix it, change machining, and call it "Gen 2..." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washguy Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 3 minutes ago, 98Z5V said: He bought a factory DPMS gun, wash... What you're describing is the PSA stuff, especially the early problems... before they decided to fix it, change machining, and call it "Gen 2..." Don't tell anyone but I heard thru sources that there is a Gen 3 coming out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 2 minutes ago, washguy said: Don't tell anyone but I heard thru sources that there is a Gen 3 coming out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
survivalshop Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 8 hours ago, confused said: I wanted to build a high value / low cost 308. I picked up a new DPMS Oracle for under $750. I got a Nikon P-308 scope for under $200. Put in an ALG trigger and a Surefire ProComp 762 Muzzle Brake on it. Added a LimbSaver recoil pad and a high value bipod. Just got back from an indoor 25yd range session. The last two shoots were touching each other and just above the bullseye (Based in Nikon's Spot On, that puts me zeroed at 200yds with the Hornady 168 BTHP). I couldn't be happier. Next stop, 200yd outdoor range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sisco Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 confused, Congrats on a well thought out rifle. Doesn't sound like your forum name really fits. As far as the PSA 10 guys, bfoosh is doing some good work on solving the PSA's Gen 2 issues. They are going to need a Gen 3. If I was PSA, I would talk to him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaindragger Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 8 hours ago, 98Z5V said: He bought a factory DPMS gun, wash... What you're describing is the PSA stuff, especially the early problems... before they decided to fix it, change machining, and call it "Gen 2..." The gen 2's arent working either? Mine runs excellently. I had initial problems with weak ammo but nothing since then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boot_Scraper Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 20 minutes ago, Chaindragger said: The gen 2's arent working either? Mine runs excellently. I had initial problems with weak ammo but nothing since then. Most reports I've read on the Gen 2's indicate that they run fine, aside from being over gassed, which is very common in a 308 carbine. Most negative reports have been from those who don't even own one. It's internet's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sisco Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 1 hour ago, Chaindragger said: The gen 2's arent working either? Mine runs excellently. I had initial problems with weak ammo but nothing since then. 1 hour ago, Boot_Scraper said: Most reports I've read on the Gen 2's indicate that they run fine, aside from being over gassed, which is very common in a 308 carbine. Most negative reports have been from those who don't even own one. It's internet's. Good to hear and nice that you PSA 10 guys are contributing. I should have said "refinements" rather than "fixes". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boot_Scraper Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 (edited) Full disclosure: I haven't shot mine yet. The range is about an hour from me and I have yet to make the drive. I'm fully prepared plate up a heaping serving of crow if I must. I'll let y'all know... Edited July 30, 2017 by Boot_Scraper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted July 30, 2017 Report Share Posted July 30, 2017 2 hours ago, Chaindragger said: The gen 2's arent working either? Mine runs excellently. I had initial problems with weak ammo but nothing since then. Gen 2 rifle build (and full rifles) seem to be doing okay. The early stuff was a mess... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washguy Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 (edited) 8 hours ago, Boot_Scraper said: Full disclosure: I haven't shot mine yet. The range is about an hour from me and I have yet to make the drive. I'm fully prepared plate up a heaping serving of crow if I must. I'll let y'all know... Hey Boot Crow is mighty tasty....I just had a heaping plate of it....On Foo's post im giving him springs and buffer data for a car stock....he is using a rifle stock.....pass the salt please...this crow needs some Wash Oh....the gap on the upper lower fitment wont affect how it shoots... I guess im just pissed at a company that knows that they are gonna have a gap and don't fix the problem before production leaving the consumer holding the bag.... Edited July 31, 2017 by washguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boot_Scraper Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 Just now, washguy said: Hey Boot Crow is mighty tasty....I just had a heaping plate of it....On Foo's post im giving him springs and buffer data for a car stock....he is using a rifle stock.....pass the salt please...this crow needs some Wash I'm about to sit down and have mine! Pass the Tabasco sauce!! Got off my ass this afternoon and went to my friends place just to see how my new toy works. Welp... it was a complete failure by any measure. First box of Fed Fusion 165: 2 out of 20 FT eject. 20 rnds of my handload hunting rounds ran perfect. Next box of Fusion 165, 15 of 20 same failure to eject. The gun was trying to feed a round with the spent cartridge still in place. Now I can't say it was completely the rifle's fault. During my research on the PA-10, prior to building one, Some folks had mentioned that PSA installs 2 orings under the extractor nad that it can cause issues. I preemptively removed one from my bolt prior to shooting. Dunno if that was the cause but I replaced it and will try again this week. Here's the aftermath when I went to clear the rifle:https://forum.308ar.com/topic/15224-guess-how-i-did-this/#comment-223048 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Z5V Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 1 hour ago, washguy said: Hey Boot Crow is mighty tasty....I just had a heaping plate of it....On Foo's post im giving him springs and buffer data for a car stock....he is using a rifle stock.....pass the salt please...this crow needs some Wash Smartass.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaindragger Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 I had problems with mine when i first shot it. Fired about 40rds of hornady hunting ammo which ran fine then switched to cbc and noticed the rounds ejecting but the bolt was not traveling back enough to pick up the next round. So i kept hand cycling until I got a stuck case. I had the armourer knock the case out and he told me the chamber was dry as a bone. I took it home and lubed it, viola! 100% since then even with wolf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
confused Posted July 31, 2017 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 Oh, and I forgot to mention i replaced the handguard with a Leapers UTG PRO 13in. Super Slim Free Float Rail. On an unrelated note, everytime I try to login the site won't accept my password. I have to reset each time. Any suggestions? Oh, I've got a Lyman Orange Crush press. Any suggestions on 308 dies? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
survivalshop Posted July 31, 2017 Report Share Posted July 31, 2017 RCBS AR SB dies , there is a taper crimp on the Seating Die , Lee Die set with their Factory Crimp Die , I'm into Forster Match Die sets now a days . The Forster has a Bullet guide that follows the Cartridge into the Seating die . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfoosh006 Posted August 9, 2017 Report Share Posted August 9, 2017 On 7/30/2017 at 5:55 AM, Sisco said: confused, Congrats on a well thought out rifle. Doesn't sound like your forum name really fits. As far as the PSA 10 guys, bfoosh is doing some good work on solving the PSA's Gen 2 issues. They are going to need a Gen 3. If I was PSA, I would talk to him. PSA Just introduced the PX10... which I can no longer find on their website... but Google shows links... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boot_Scraper Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 1 hour ago, bfoosh006 said: PSA Just introduced the PX10... which I can no longer find on their website... but Google shows links... I caught that too. Snatched pics before it vanished here though. Very interesting how it came and went, like the Tooth Fairy or Santa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DNP Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 Recalled before it even made it off the shelves....bummer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bfoosh006 Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 30 minutes ago, DNP said: Recalled before it even made it off the shelves....bummer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
washguy Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 This is the product of an ar15 barrel nut/ extension, ar15 hyb bcg....and tbe ar15 rail on a Dpms lower Wash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boot_Scraper Posted August 10, 2017 Report Share Posted August 10, 2017 59 minutes ago, washguy said: This is the product of an ar15 barrel nut/ extension, ar15 hyb bcg....and tbe ar15 rail on a Dpms lower Wash Is that an ARP next gen, "ar12"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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