Thought I'd make thread for ar15 upgrades
Post your recommended upgrades or ones that you have questions on

Some I'm thinking of trying:

side folding adapter:
http://www.11series.com/archives/4227

available here:
http://www.lawtactical.com/product_p/2012201.htm





BAD ASS saftety:
http://shop.battlearmsdevelopment.com/4-AMBIDEXTROUS-SAFETY-SELECTOR-AR15-ARMALITE-AR10-SEMI-AUTO-BAD-ASS.htm


EBRv2
I already have a magpul BAD lever on my DD but I was thinking of getting the phase 5 EBRv2 for my new build since I haven't installed everything yet anyway. Then I could compare the 2
http://www.phase5tactical.com/products/ar15-m16/ebrv2-

I'm personally liking the idea of the BAD ASS safety for shooting weak side.  You should get it so I can sample      jkin.  As far as the side folding adapter, how long has that been in production?  I've always been skeptical to try new things that do not have a proven track record, but like the idea for storage purposes.

Only item on my "wish list" right now

1.  mounted weapon light - kinda looking into this

you're welcome to try if i get it.

as for the folding stock, did a quick googly search and came up on some valid, and not so valid, points. Here's new info I found

If the gun is fired with the stock open, the bolt will be locked, it won’t injury the user.

The Bolt Carrier Extension part, when installed correctly, will hold the Bolt Carrier Group in place.
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**The Bolt Carrier Extension will also stop the Bolt Carrier Group from flying out and causing any injury or loss of life if someone should accidentally fire the weapon with the stock folded. If fired when folded, the locking finger will bend, preventing further operation of the weapon until it is replaced. This is done to eliminate the possibility of catastrophic failure of the adaptor due to repeated misuse.

It's a very new concept that just came out. It'll be a while before we'll know how good they really are

a weapon light for my AR is definitely on my "someday will get" list. I'm in no rush and I feel the longer I wait, the better the technology and pricing will be.

I'm personally liking the idea of the BAD ASS safety for shooting weak side. 

I have the BAD CASS 45; its a beefed up version of the BAD ASS and a 45 degree throw versus the traditional 90 degree.

It's, well bad ass....probably one of my favorite pieces on my new build. The lever is super solid and the different options are nice ( I went with shorts)

I go to the HDF shoots and you're welcome to try it out

I have the BAD CASS 45; its a beefed up version of the BAD ASS and a 45 degree throw versus the traditional 90 degree.

It's, well bad ass....probably one of my favorite pieces on my new build. The lever is super solid and the different options are nice ( I went with shorts)

I go to the HDF shoots and you're welcome to try it out

Might just have to take a leap of faith and get one... Thx for the offer!  Just joined HDF from the last gun show and can't wait to get out there for a fun shoot.

I have BAD-ASS safeties on both my AR's love them, I would recommend them if asked.

I think I'll get a bad ass

Btw before I forget
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/411553201/AR-15+Covert+Carry+Kit+-+NO+CASE+%21%21

oh, I want one

will that fit on a noveske gen II lower? I tried the bad lever but it rubbed against the lower.....

The side folding stock is definitely interesting.

I already run ambi safties when I can and the BA is one that I already use amongst others.

will that fit on a noveske gen II lower? I tried the bad lever but it rubbed against the lower.....

It should. It doesn't make the bolt catch thicker like the bad lever. Bad lever didn't work in my lwrc. Kept making the bolt lock back after every shot

What are your guys thoughts on anti roll pins? Some say its not necessary and is overkill on semis. I was thinking of getting some anyway since they're cheap and easy to install. Should help with slide fires I think

Not really necessary IMHO, but I've got them on anyway.

What are your guys thoughts on anti roll pins? Some say its not necessary and is overkill on semis. I was thinking of getting some anyway since they're cheap and easy to install. Should help with slide fires I think

All I know is DO NOT use with Geissele triggers.  Geissele comes with their own pins that are recommended for use.  I do not think it is necessary, but I've always been in the "rather have it and not need it than not have it and need it" group, so I don't see why not 

There are thousands of M16s, M4s and the like in govt. inventory that do not have those KNS anti-walk pins.  If the trigger is installed correctly they will not walk nor is it necessary to worry about them spinning either.
https://www.adcofirearms.com/acc/Geissele_KNS.cfm

Thanks for the tip about that. Could've messed me up with my geissele

Thanks for the tip about that. Could've messed me up with my geissele

Doesn't matter with the Geissele.

Doesn't matter with the Geissele.

If you don't mind me asking, where did you get your information to come to the conclusion that it doesn't matter?  It states in the instructions given with Geissele trigger groups to use ONLY their pins.  There are also numerous "sources/forums" discussing this, which as I read leans away from using the particular brand of KNS anti-roll pins with Geissle triggers.


*MOD if you are against adding info from another forum let me know and I will remove.

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_3_12/450129__ARCHIVED_THREAD____Geissele_Triggers_and_KNS_Anti_Rotational_Pins__Compatability_Confusion.html&page=1

If you don't mind me asking, where did you get your information to come to the conclusion that it doesn't matter?  It states in the instructions given with Geissele trigger groups to use ONLY their pins.  There are also numerous "sources/forums" discussing this, which as I read leans away from using the particular brand of KNS anti-roll pins with Geissle triggers.


*MOD if you are against adding info from another forum let me know and I will remove.

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_3_12/450129__ARCHIVED_THREAD____Geissele_Triggers_and_KNS_Anti_Rotational_Pins__Compatability_Confusion.html&page=1

It doesn't matter because I have KNS pins on my rifles w/Geissele triggers.  In fact every one of my AR15/AR10 rifles have Geiselle triggers.  Some have the anti-walk pins, some don't.  All function 100%.