Military Surplus Collectors Forums - M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles http://www.milsurps.com/ Forum for discussions about the M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles en Fri, 03 Sep 2010 04:46:31 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.milsurps.com/images/tacticalgamer/misc/rss.png Military Surplus Collectors Forums - M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles http://www.milsurps.com/ some early parts http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=24650&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 02:17:11 GMT Attachment 15426Attachment 15425Attachment 15424Attachment 15423Years ago while buying early gas trap M1 rifle parts, I thought that now is the time to pick-up early AR-15 parts. These AR-15 parts and magazines were easy to find and the prices were right!
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]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles RCS http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=24650 Retro XM177E2/CAR15 Finished!! http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=24364&goto=newpost Fri, 20 Aug 2010 03:19:42 GMT Well, I finished my retro XM177E2 / CAR15 lightweight Carbine! Talk about a nice, lightweight weapon!!! With the standard M16A1 birdcage FH on the... Well, I finished my retro XM177E2 / CAR15 lightweight Carbine! Talk about a nice, lightweight weapon!!! With the standard M16A1 birdcage FH on the 16" barrel, it weighed in at 5.7 lbs. empty on the postal scale. :D My heavier "reverse" slip over XM177 flash Hider needs the rear blast washer re-attached before I mount it. Preliminary photos tomorrow when I can take them in the daylight.

-S&W M&P 15 Lower, receiver treated with dark gray Rustoleum primer to match upper
-M16A1 Colt upper with tear drop forward assist
-COLT/USGI early non-tapered slip ring to retain handguards
-ER Shaw (Model 1 Sales) 16" pencil CAR15 barrel 1/9 twist
-DPMS lower parts kit
-DPMS M16 bolt carrier group (I like the additional mass for feeding)
-DPMS charging handle
-DPMS CAR buffer
-DPMS CAR gas tube
-USGI M16A1 pistol Grip (NOS)
-USGI M4 buffer spring
-Rock River Arms CAR-15 handguards w/heatshields
-4 position fiberlite CAR stock (unk. maker) with USGI castle nut and receiver plate
-Either faux XM177E2 slip over flash hider or M16A1 FH: depending if I am going like the XM177E2 I carried as a LEO or a GAU-5/P as Air Force Security Police (reserves).
-USGI 20 and/or 30 round aluminum magazines

I have a Vietnam era M14/M16 OD nylon sling en-route. ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles imarangemaster http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=24364 What is the heaviest weight bullet that 1-9 will stabilize? http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=24201&goto=newpost Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:25:16 GMT 69 gr seems to work well, but what about 77 or 80? 69 gr seems to work well, but what about 77 or 80? ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles RBruce http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=24201 ALternative receiver coating http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=24197&goto=newpost Thu, 12 Aug 2010 01:55:21 GMT I am building a retro XM177E2 with an M16A1 upper and S&W M&P15 lower. The S&W lower and 4 position buffer tube are flat black, but the upper is dark grey. They don't look too bad two-tone, but not the retro look I want. I thought of Duracote ($60), and another one (sure-coat or something like that) for $30. They defeat the purpose of my building this on an unemployed shoestring. I was in LOWE's yesterday getting a can of concrete paint when I saw a can of flat dark grey Rustoleum primer for $4 and change.

To make a long story short, I got it, degreased the lower and 4 position tube, and sprayed several light coats of the primer. It dried a perfect match. After oiling it. it is very slightly darker, but almost unnoticeable to the naked eye. Sure, it won't last through daily use in a war, but it should be good enough for my purposes. The primer really grabbed the hard coat anodizing!!! I used Rustoleum high temp black on a pakerized AK a couple years ago, and it was indestructible.

I will post pics tomorrow when I can do a daylight shot. ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles imarangemaster http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=24197 <![CDATA[Thoughts on the ideal farm/home and "bug-out" AR]]> http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=24049&goto=newpost Thu, 05 Aug 2010 14:45:09 GMT I haven't done much with ARs in the last three years, having switched to back to an AK back then. Recently I sold off my last AK (long, sad story). Realizing that I would build another AR again, I have been accumulating it "one piece at a time" as Johnny Cash said. I had ammo and mags still, as well as some left over parts when I recently started it. About 2 months ago, I picked up a S&W M&P 15 lower.

Initially, I was going to do another M4gery, but then I began thinking. One of the virtues of the AR platform in its basic form, is its light weight and the light weight of the 5.56x45 round. The M16A1 I carried in the Army in the early 70s, the GAU/5A I carried later in the Air Force Reserve, and the Colt Commando XM177E2 I carried for awhile as a LE trunk weapon hall had one thing in common - THEY WERE LIGHT!!!!!!

Being almost 60, a 6 pound rifle is a good thing! That is why I love my USGI CMP issued Inland M1 Carbine.

With that in mind, and since I can only afford one build, I decided to do as light of weight AR as I can: 16" lightweight "pencil" barrel (1/9' ER Shaw). 16 inches of RIFLED barrel will still give you close to 3150 or 3200 FPS from good M193 ball. Then add an M16A1 upper (lighter than an A3 with optics and BUIS), a set of lined CAR handguards rather than the bulkier and heavier M4 double heat shield ones), 4 position Fiberlite CAR stock rather than heavier 6 position M4 stock (I have both, but the 4 position is lighter). Most of the time it will have an M16A1 birdcage, though at times I may sacrifice "light" for "cool" and use the slip over XM177 FH I have. Finish it off with an aluminum Colt 20 round mag, it is good to go, AND LIGHT!

I often see M4geries with tons of added stuff on half a dozen rails everywhere. I picked up one friends M4gery that with all the junk on it weighed dang near 10 lbs! I suggested he get a wheel barrow to carry it. Don't get me wrong. EOT, Aimpoint M2s, 3x magnifiers, lasers, red dots flash lights, bipods hand grips, double mag holders, whistles, and bells all have their place. For Bradley or Stryker borne troops in an urban situation they have their applications. They are fighting a war every day.

I really appreciated the light weight of the XM177 or M1 carbine when chasing bad guys through the woods and hills of Central Kalifornia. The only additions to mine will be an M60 patrol sling for over the weak hand shoulder carry and my trusty old 23 year old Galati Int. 6 pack mag shoulder bag. I am not a Commando, and I am not assaulting any malls (sorry, I couldn't resist), but want something light, effective, and handy.

Let the flames begin! ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles imarangemaster http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=24049 Wolf ammo? Anyone use it? What gr. http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=22630&goto=newpost Fri, 02 Jul 2010 17:29:20 GMT I want to dust off my two Ar-15s. I think I could have lots of fun shooting them with my son. He shoots smallbore with the local Jr rifle team. I... I want to dust off my two Ar-15s. I think I could have lots of fun shooting them with my son. He shoots smallbore with the local Jr rifle team. I want to ask you guys about ammo. I saw that Widener's has wolf for just about $200 per K. Looks like a good deal to me. What do you trhink. Also one upper is a colt the other a Bushmaster one has a 1/7 twist the other 1/9. should 55gr bulllets paper well in both? Thanks ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles superdave269 http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=22630 colt 6940 http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=22467&goto=newpost Sun, 27 Jun 2010 03:12:44 GMT got one new and was told only six in canada. anyone out there in gun land know how many made it in? picked up a 6920 new as a shooter and i've been saving the cherry. but if there's a crap load out there all start to shot the living s#%t out of her. thanks for any help. cheers jeep ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles jeepcjaholic http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=22467 <![CDATA[AR Flat top 16" "F" marked FSB]]> http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=22292&goto=newpost Sat, 19 Jun 2010 00:52:12 GMT I am mounting an Aimpoint COMP M3, 2 MOA red dot on flat top upper. FSB is F marked. What riser should I be using? Now have a A.R.M.S. TriLock and... I am mounting an Aimpoint COMP M3, 2 MOA red dot on flat top upper. FSB is F marked. What riser should I be using? Now have a A.R.M.S. TriLock and it seems low? Matter of fact I know it is low. Eyeball can tell you that. Want to co witness the front sight. Will remove FSB if best idea/solution?

Trying to laser sight and just not getting there? ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles byronroland http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=22292 Accuracy: best with or without flash suppressor? http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21881&goto=newpost Mon, 31 May 2010 22:37:52 GMT I have a AR-15 Armalite upper on a Rock River lower (1-9 twist). It has a flash suppressor/muzzle brake with three diagonal slots on each side. Would... I have a AR-15 Armalite upper on a Rock River lower (1-9 twist). It has a flash suppressor/muzzle brake with three diagonal slots on each side. Would it be more accurate without the FS/MB? If not, would a different FS/MB tend to improve accuracy? --TIA ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles RBruce http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21881 AR15Products.net? http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21774&goto=newpost Wed, 26 May 2010 14:44:51 GMT Has anyone had dealing with this outfit? Has anyone had dealing with this outfit? ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles The Wizard http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21774 Can you guys date an AR by serial number? http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21767&goto=newpost Tue, 25 May 2010 22:09:48 GMT Colt Tactical Carbine AR-15A3 #lbd015240 ?
It's my brother's and he is interested. Preban?
Thanks ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles DaveHH http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21767 Direct Impingement to Gas Piston Conversation http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21353&goto=newpost Mon, 03 May 2010 15:42:38 GMT Does anyone have a list of company that offer this type of conversation kit. i know Ospery makes one but who else? Does anyone have a list of company that offer this type of conversation kit. i know Ospery makes one but who else? ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles The Wizard http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21353 AR 15 lower question http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21214&goto=newpost Wed, 28 Apr 2010 01:07:10 GMT I am new to this forum and this is first post to the AR listings. I have a question concerning "adjustments/fittings". When I have a steel part and it does not fit into the hole in the lower or upper, the part is just too tight! Should I take metal off the aluminum or the steel part? I immediately want to say the steel part. Then repark the part. This way I do not remove the hard anodized skin off the aluminum. But, then I have a receiver that is non standard and a steel part fitted to just this one lower/upper. In every case I have found the aluminum part to be a fault. Olympic lower and various maker components.

I have had to open up the mag release hole and a couple of pin holes. Say I removed maybe .006 to .010.

What is the rule (if any). To be honest I have taken off the aluminum as it is so easy to deal with, a little black felt tip or touch up and all is good. We will never cycle a mag release enough to wear into the aluminum and I figure there is at least .015 of anodize there anyway. ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles byronroland http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21214 <![CDATA[Good AR "maintenance" books?]]> http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21068&goto=newpost Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:48:09 GMT Bought a S&W M&P15 (hasn't arrived yet) and, as I'm new to ARs, would like a "how to" book, as far as disassembly/assembly, maintenance, etc. Don't really need the "history & development" type.

How about one of the following - either Scott Duff's AR book (Vol. 1) or the North Cape book? I admit to being a little suspicious of North Cape's books after what I see on the M1903 book.

Looking for more of a "handbook", rather than a 800 page "tomb".

TIA!

RtL ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles Rick the Librarian http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=21068 piston drive http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=20792&goto=newpost Sat, 10 Apr 2010 16:04:51 GMT Anyone installed one of the new type operating systems on an existing M-16. Will they work and how well? Anyone installed one of the new type operating systems on an existing M-16. Will they work and how well? ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles Big Tom http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=20792 Rock River Match Trigger http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=20503&goto=newpost Sun, 28 Mar 2010 15:48:50 GMT Am considering buying a 2 stage Rock River Match Trigger for my Bushmaster AR-15,are there problems with this trigger as far as light hammer strikes... Am considering buying a 2 stage Rock River Match Trigger for my Bushmaster AR-15,are there problems with this trigger as far as light hammer strikes or misfires? I have heard of problems with some match triggers.How about this one? ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles George Sr. http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=20503 stove pipe http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=20124&goto=newpost Sat, 13 Mar 2010 20:39:28 GMT I have a 11.5" barrel carbine in semi only. A2 carryhandle upper. All parts appear to be in good shape. I get a stoppage that stovepipes an empty case and traps it above the live cartridge and the bolt with case mouth out. Clearing it it easy enough, but it shouldn't be happening. I think it only happens about once in 40 or 50 rounds. From my experience with service rifles in this family, that's still too many. Most rifles have few if any stoppages as a rule on the civilian ranges. What do you guys think? Extractor? Ejector spring too weak? ]]> M16A2/AR15A2 Rifles browningautorifle http://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=20124