Ar15 upgrades (Read 36901 times)

ImKu

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #20 on: April 02, 2013, 02:44:08 PM »


From the horses mouth. 

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GZire, if it works for you that's cool.  But I'm going off of what has been said by people (Geissele) who have been doing this a lot longer than myself.  I play it safe.

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ren

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #21 on: April 02, 2013, 03:04:33 PM »
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I know, as I get the stupid questions every day. And I have the extra bushings needed to replace the originals after some idiot put a KNS pin in and smashed the c clip. If you have a Geissele trigger use the pins provided. Geissele trigger pins are not made like standard trigger pins. Throw out the stupid fuckin KNS pins, they have NO place being used with Geissele triggers. Soon Bill will make it policy that if you do something stupid like put the KNS pin in a Hi-Speed and ruin the c-clip, its your loss with no warranty coverage or support.

Because the rotating, perfectly round Geissle pin doesnt hurt a thing. Congratulations, you replaced a precision made piece of equipment with an undersized mass produced piece of crap. Instead of having a properly sized pin rotating harmlessly, you now have a pin slamming back in fourth in the hammer/trigger holes.

The general ignorance of the common AR15 owner is just sad, but they sure love their add on gadgets to show off in the picture threads. KNS pins and tactical trigger guards for all!

I never understood the concept of skimping on the quality parts in a $170 trigger to save imaginary wear and tear on a $100-150 lower?
In short, if you own a Geissele trigger and have it held in place with KNS pins, you're a moron.

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kaneohegrown

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #22 on: April 02, 2013, 05:24:26 PM »
I'm personally liking the idea of the BAD ASS safety for shooting weak side.  You should get it so I can sample   :worship:   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



ImKu, I've also been interested in the HSP WML, you should check out.

http://haleystrategic.com/store/inforce_wml_hsp.php

Light (momentary activation only) with offset mount only $149.00 (not including shipping), which is actually dirt cheap when you compare it to the price of Surefire scout w/ mount. Just a heads up if you haven't seen it yet.  :thumbsup:

imanley

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #23 on: April 02, 2013, 07:25:14 PM »
ImKu, I've also been interested in the HSP WML, you should check out.

http://haleystrategic.com/store/inforce_wml_hsp.php

Light (momentary activation only) with offset mount only $149.00 (not including shipping), which is actually dirt cheap when you compare it to the price of Surefire scout w/ mount. Just a heads up if you haven't seen it yet.  :thumbsup:

I have one these mounted on one of my AR's I am still playing around with it but I dig it so far.

ImKu

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #24 on: April 02, 2013, 10:06:48 PM »
I have one these mounted on one of my AR's I am still playing around with it but I dig it so far.

Are you trying to find where it's comfortable to mount it?  Which mounting option did you go with?  Reason I ask is if I do get the Inforce WML I was looking at getting the offset thorntail mount.  I know I want the light around the 10 o'clock position.
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imanley

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #25 on: April 03, 2013, 12:01:52 AM »
Are you trying to find where it's comfortable to mount it?  Which mounting option did you go with?  Reason I ask is if I do get the Inforce WML I was looking at getting the offset thorntail mount.  I know I want the light around the 10 o'clock position.

Yeah, I have it mounted at 10 o'clock right now which seems the best position for me so far, but I'm going to try various other positions just to make sure I'm not missing out on a more comfortable set up. I went with the offset mount as well, it is great to have more options on placement.

ImKu

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #26 on: April 09, 2013, 09:59:12 AM »
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 :thumbsup:

After looking did you have to modify anything on your lower?

http://shop.battlearmsdevelopment.com/8-BAD-CASS-ST-SA-COMBAT-AMBI-SAFETY-SELECTOR-SHORT-THROW-45-BAD-CASS-ST-SA.htm

"BAD-CASS-ST-SA will NOT fit in the standard/normal AR-Style Lower Receivers without the safety relief cut due to the safety pin/block device on the BAD-CASS-ST-SA.  Any modification to the safety selector will render the warranty null and void."


Haven't looked into it a whole lot yet, but this threw me off.
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WTF?Shane

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #27 on: April 09, 2013, 10:16:37 AM »
After looking did you have to modify anything on your lower?

http://shop.battlearmsdevelopment.com/8-BAD-CASS-ST-SA-COMBAT-AMBI-SAFETY-SELECTOR-SHORT-THROW-45-BAD-CASS-ST-SA.htm

"BAD-CASS-ST-SA will NOT fit in the standard/normal AR-Style Lower Receivers without the safety relief cut due to the safety pin/block device on the BAD-CASS-ST-SA.  Any modification to the safety selector will render the warranty null and void."


Haven't looked into it a whole lot yet, but this threw me off.

I have talked to Lifer about this. You need to remove the pin on the safety lever for it to insert into standard lowers. Easier to modify the cheaper part.

ImKu

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #28 on: April 09, 2013, 10:58:21 AM »
Mahaloz for the info!  :shaka:
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Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #29 on: April 09, 2013, 05:54:52 PM »
Haley's light version is cool but no IR as the original.  That part I don't understand. 
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Lifer

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #30 on: April 11, 2013, 04:17:00 PM »
I have talked to Lifer about this. You need to remove the pin on the safety lever for it to insert into standard lowers. Easier to modify the cheaper part.

Shane is right.
The safety block pin ( or what alot call the "lawyer" pin) is easily filed down. The link below shows a pic of the safety pin; it's the tiny silver pin sticking out the side and I had it filed away in 5 minutes.

http://shop.battlearmsdevelopment.com/5-BAD-ASS-ST-AMBI-SAFETY-SELECTOR-SHORT-THROW-45-BAD-ASS-ST.htm

So easy, a caveman can do it O0

ImKu

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #31 on: April 11, 2013, 04:25:48 PM »
Shane is right.
The safety block pin ( or what alot call the "lawyer" pin) is easily filed down. The link below shows a pic of the safety pin; it's the tiny silver pin sticking out the side and I had it filed away in 5 minutes.

http://shop.battlearmsdevelopment.com/5-BAD-ASS-ST-AMBI-SAFETY-SELECTOR-SHORT-THROW-45-BAD-ASS-ST.htm

So easy, a caveman can do it O0

Lol, I was just stuck on the fact that I would have to modify the piece that I'm buying.  I don't doubt that it is an easy process, but why isn't it already good to go?
The mind acts like an enemy for those who do not control it.
- Bhagavad Gita

Lifer

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #32 on: April 11, 2013, 04:33:50 PM »
Lol, I was just stuck on the fact that I would have to modify the piece that I'm buying.  I don't doubt that it is an easy process, but why isn't it already good to go?

From my understanding there are only a few AR lower manufacturers with a 45 degree safety lever throw and they are proprietary/ patented. The AR lowers that are made for the 45 degree levers have a tiny relief cut in them to allow the safety pin to pass thru. BAD Industries had to add the safety pin to avoid litigation, but used real soft metal ;)

dirsh

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #33 on: April 22, 2013, 05:06:12 PM »
new mount for aimpoint T1/H1 or PA micro dot

http://www.rainierarms.com/?page=shop/detail&product_id=3556



looks pretty good and has an introductory price

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Fortis F1 Optics Mount is designed to work in conjunction with Aimpoint's popular Micro H-1, or T-1 optics. The F1 Optics Mount is designed to attach to your flat top upper receiver. Its lightweight low-profile is one of the lightest designs out there at 1.1oz. The Fortis F1 Optics Mount features an innovative design by extending the optic forward for faster target acquisition. It secures to any MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny Rail with two slotted machine screws. Offering a lower 1⁄3rd to your back up iron sights for a larger field of view.



I'm probably going to get one of those IO covers. I heard it fits the micro dot with minor modification
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sworbeyegib

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #34 on: April 23, 2013, 01:00:18 PM »
I'm a huge fan of the bad lever.  I also highly recommened the BCM "gunfighter" charging handle.  Makes left hand manipulations so much easier, and there is nothing wrong with a beefier charging handle.

And don't forget a good sling.  I have the Magpul ms3, but if I were to buy a new one, I think I'd get the Ares.

dirsh

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #35 on: April 23, 2013, 03:52:48 PM »
that Ares sling looks pretty nice. I might pick one up and compare it to my VTAC

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dirsh

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #36 on: May 03, 2013, 12:15:03 AM »
Coming soon!



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fstbckgt

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #37 on: May 11, 2013, 04:17:30 AM »
Got to shoot an AR with a redi-mag on thursday. Definitely need a forged lower so I can rock one of them.

GZire

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #38 on: May 13, 2013, 08:31:26 AM »
Got to shoot an AR with a redi-mag on thursday. Definitely need a forged lower so I can rock one of them.

I have one on one of my uppers.  When you start talking quad rail, heavy barrel, redi-mod...........all of it adds up.  Don't be surprised with the weight increase.

fstbckgt

Re: Ar15 upgrades
« Reply #39 on: May 15, 2013, 12:00:18 AM »
I have one on one of my uppers.  When you start talking quad rail, heavy barrel, redi-mod...........all of it adds up.  Don't be surprised with the weight increase.
Doesn't it go on the Lower? Anyways, I won't have to worry, going m4gery with gov profile and MOE handguard. Basically as light as possible without a lightweight profile barrel, since I hated my last heavy barrel upper with a quad rail.