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Posted by SnakeBit (Member # 8871) on
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So I finally decided to go ahead and build a AR15. Actually 2 of them. I went to the gun show this last weekend at the Cow Palace and this is what I picked up.
JD Machine lower. It should come in next week fully assembled.
http://www.jdmachinetech.com/
I also picked up 2 10/20 pmags, 2 extra clips for my SIG, Rock River butt stock with rubber cap, fore grip, magnetic bullet button and a cheapo cleaning kit & and new soft bag for the SIG.
Today I payed a visit to Irvington Arms in Fremont and picked up 2 fully assembled Rock River Arms uppers
I'm now looking for a good quality rail system, tac light, laser & optics. I will admit that im a complete "NOOB" when it comes to rifles so opinions & suggestions are appreciated.
Thanks! ![[patriot]](graemlins/patriot.gif)
[ April 17, 2012, 11:07 PM: Message edited by: SnakeBit ]
Posted by RONIN (Member # 9987) on
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My bad, I was rude. Didn't meant to try an take the spotlight.
[ April 18, 2012, 12:11 AM: Message edited by: RONIN ]
Posted by 90GT510 (Member # 9199) on
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how much did the build cost?
Posted by RONIN (Member # 9987) on
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[ April 18, 2012, 12:12 AM: Message edited by: RONIN ]
Posted by 90GT510 (Member # 9199) on
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Originally posted by RONIN:
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Originally posted by 90GT510:
how much did the build cost?
In total we put just over $1,200 into that build above.
Thats good for all youve done to it. My buddy also has a dpms paid 400 (pawn broker deal).
Posted by SnakeBit (Member # 8871) on
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Originally posted by 90GT510:
how much did the build cost?
$99 for the lower
$540 for the upper
$40 for stock
So after taxes & DOJ fee right around $800 each. Not bad considering most Built AR's I looked at started around $1200 & up too $2300 for the SIG I wanted.
[ April 17, 2012, 11:46 PM: Message edited by: SnakeBit ]
Posted by 90GT510 (Member # 9199) on
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Originally posted by SnakeBit:
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Originally posted by 90GT510:
how much did the build cost?
$99 for the lower
$540 for the upper
$40 for stock
$38 for 2 clips
So after taxes & DOJ fee right around $800 each. Not bad considering most Built AR's I looked at started around $1200 & up too $2300 for the SIG I wanted.
yea thats definatly better than buying a built one.
Posted by RONIN (Member # 9987) on
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[ April 18, 2012, 12:13 AM: Message edited by: RONIN ]
Posted by NutNice707 (Member # 5123) on
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Wow this dude again bro don't mind him he just a smartass also and an idiot with 2600 useless post doesn't even own a fast car and thinks he knows everything..
Bro step the fuck back for once your on every damm post on this forum and none of them are positive post there all smart ass remarks. Step it the fuck up
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Originally posted by RONIN:
My bad, I was rude. Didn't meant to try an take the spotlight.
Posted by SnakeBit (Member # 8871) on
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Originally posted by RONIN:
My bad, I was rude. Didn't meant to try an take the spotlight.
LOL, all good man. I didnt even trip off of it. I was actually hoping that some people would post up their toys so i can see what's out there. Nice looking build. I like the 2 tone, I almost bought a kit at the show but decided that I need them fully functional before I dress them up.
[ April 18, 2012, 12:52 AM: Message edited by: SnakeBit ]
Posted by RONIN (Member # 9987) on
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Whoa, way the fuck out of left field. Do you even know what I had posted before you quoted this you fucken bafoon ? Didn't think so, what I did have posted was good and supportive of this fellow member and I was telling him about a build of my own, however I felt that it was rude to take the spotlight from him so I removed my comments out of respect for him. I'm guessing that you just don't like me because I stated that all the cars you try to sell you claim they are one owner, which is funny to me because you would have had to buy alot of fucken cars off the lot new. Which we both know isn't the case, your just some bum fucken used car salesman that has a tow yard and rips people off. Stay off my nuts, and quit trying to single me out.
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Originally posted by NutNice707:
Wow this dude again bro don't mind him he just a smartass also and an idiot with 2600 useless post doesn't even own a fast car and thinks he knows everything..
Bro step the fuck back for once your on every damm post on this forum and none of them are positive post there all smart ass remarks. Step it the fuck up
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Originally posted by RONIN:
My bad, I was rude. Didn't meant to try an take the spotlight.
[ April 18, 2012, 12:52 AM: Message edited by: RONIN ]
Posted by NutNice707 (Member # 5123) on
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Haha yup you all talk only thing talks wit me is money you got alot hate talking like that your weak as fuck son look at all my toys and your still waiting for your little wack ass ls1 I work for the railroad ain't no one on your nuts it's hard to be on someone nuts who still stackin there lunch money for a chump ass ls1 maro that cost 8k Ill run circles around you all day for coming at me like that I'm real ass cats with riders on my team don't test it
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Originally posted by RONIN:
Whoa, way the fuck out of left field. Do you even know what I had posted before you quoted this you fucken bafoon ? Didn't think so, what I did have posted was good and supportive of this fellow member and I was telling him about a build of my own, however I felt that it was rude to take the spotlight from him so I removed my comments out of respect for him. I'm guessing that you just don't like me because I stated that all the cars you try to sell you claim they are one owner, which is funny to me because you would have had to buy alot of fucken cars off the lot new. Which we both know isn't the case, your just some bum fucken used car salesman that has a tow yard and rips people off. Stay off my nuts, and quit trying to single me out.
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Originally posted by NutNice707:
Wow this dude again bro don't mind him he just a smartass also and an idiot with 2600 useless post doesn't even own a fast car and thinks he knows everything..
Bro step the fuck back for once your on every damm post on this forum and none of them are positive post there all smart ass remarks. Step it the fuck up
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Originally posted by RONIN:
My bad, I was rude. Didn't meant to try an take the spotlight.
Posted by RONIN (Member # 9987) on
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Originally posted by SnakeBit:
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Originally posted by RONIN:
My bad, I was rude. Didn't meant to try an take the spotlight.
LOL, all good man. I didnt even trip off of it. I was actually hoping that some people would post up their toys so i can see what's out there. Nice looking build. I like the 2 tone, I almost bought a kit at the show but decided that I need them fully functional before I dress them up.
Right on man. And yea that build I had posted took like 6-8 months to complete. We just took our time with it, but overall we are very happy with it. We went with the Flat Dark Earth theme, even though we still have all the black Magpul furniture that it came with. The Magpul stuff is actually really good for the price, I especially like the handguards. Oh and I'd like to apologize on behalf the gangster that has "riders on his team" lol for messing up your thread. but on another note your off to a great start. If you have any questions feel free to ask.
Posted by 2T0NE (Member # 4216) on
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just be cool RONIN you seem like a cool cat,chill on the thread whoring ,i hate to say it bro but hes right to an extent ,you do post on EVERY thread bad or good YOUR posting,just be cool man,not every thread needs a RONIN INPUT.
BACK TO THE SUBJECT
snakebit,awsome gun,we were also at the show 1 of my buddys bought a complete jd lower and the other a complete jd AR15,looks like they are the shit,i have another biy building one with a rock river lower and daniel defense upper,i personally got a bushmaster upper/lower A2 style,im simple and hey nice hand gun ive got a sig aswell ,good taste bro
[ April 18, 2012, 01:33 AM: Message edited by: 2T0NE ]
Posted by SnakeBit (Member # 8871) on
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Right on, did you happen to see the fully built JD Machine 308 AR15? Had me drooling. I really like their attention to detail. It's a California company also a plus. Im really looking foward to taking thiese to the range. The 2nd AR is for my Dad for fathers day. I hope he likes it.
Posted by 2T0NE (Member # 4216) on
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Originally posted by SnakeBit:
Right on, did you happen to see the fully built JD Machine 308 AR15? Had me drooling. I really like their attention to detail. It's a California company also a plus. Im really looking foward to taking thiese to the range. The 2nd AR is for my Dad for fathers day. I hope he likes it.
YEA BADASS,MY BOY THAT HAS THE rock river/daniel defense combo was itching to buy himself the 308 lower that day,lol hella funny you say that. we went for ammo deals and came out with more than that,you get any ammo? i got about 750 rds sold my boy 250 and kept250 of .40 and 250 of .223,next time i go im going only for ammo.lol
[ April 18, 2012, 01:48 AM: Message edited by: 2T0NE ]
Posted by SnakeBit (Member # 8871) on
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Originally posted by 2T0NE:
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Originally posted by SnakeBit:
Right on, did you happen to see the fully built JD Machine 308 AR15? Had me drooling. I really like their attention to detail. It's a California company also a plus. Im really looking foward to taking thiese to the range. The 2nd AR is for my Dad for fathers day. I hope he likes it.
YEA BADASS,MY BOY THAT HAS THE rock river/daniel defense combo was itching to buy himself the 308 lower that day,lol hella funny you say that. we went for ammo deals and came out with more than that,you get any ammo? i got about 750 rds sold my boy 250 and kept250 of .40 and 250 of .223,next time i go im going only for ammo.lol
Man that's to funny. I went there for ammo & clips for my SIG. I got the clips but everybody was out of 40's. So I ended up buying some lowers?? I'm still not sure how that happened. That little. Ale dude at the JD booth must have been a good sales man. LOL. Then I thought why not pick up som 5.56 rounds while I'm here, again SOLD OUT! Dammit! Next trip will be for ammo and some toys. Did you see the "Vodoo Tactical" gear? Really nice stuff. Everyhing from Tactical vest to bags for your gear.
Posted by 2T0NE (Member # 4216) on
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Originally posted by SnakeBit:
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Originally posted by 2T0NE:
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Originally posted by SnakeBit:
Right on, did you happen to see the fully built JD Machine 308 AR15? Had me drooling. I really like their attention to detail. It's a California company also a plus. Im really looking foward to taking thiese to the range. The 2nd AR is for my Dad for fathers day. I hope he likes it.
YEA BADASS,MY BOY THAT HAS THE rock river/daniel defense combo was itching to buy himself the 308 lower that day,lol hella funny you say that. we went for ammo deals and came out with more than that,you get any ammo? i got about 750 rds sold my boy 250 and kept250 of .40 and 250 of .223,next time i go im going only for ammo.lol
Man that's to funny. I went there for ammo & clips for my SIG. I got the clips but everybody was out of 40's. So I ended up buying some lowers?? I'm still not sure how that happened. That little. Ale dude at the JD booth must have been a good sales man. LOL. Then I thought why not pick up som 5.56 rounds while I'm here, again SOLD OUT! Dammit! Next trip will be for ammo and some toys. Did you see the "Vodoo Tactical" gear? Really nice stuff. Everyhing from Tactical vest to bags for your gear.
you must have went sunday? i did check out some tactical vest not sure if it was vodoo tho,cant wait for the next show im saving money up for more ammo.. i got 500rds .40 for 140.00 and 260 223 for 95.00 on sat all new ,no reloads
Posted by SnakeBit (Member # 8871) on
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Originally posted by 2T0NE:
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Originally posted by SnakeBit:
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Originally posted by 2T0NE:
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Originally posted by SnakeBit:
Right on, did you happen to see the fully built JD Machine 308 AR15? Had me drooling. I really like their attention to detail. It's a California company also a plus. Im really looking foward to taking thiese to the range. The 2nd AR is for my Dad for fathers day. I hope he likes it.
YEA BADASS,MY BOY THAT HAS THE rock river/daniel defense combo was itching to buy himself the 308 lower that day,lol hella funny you say that. we went for ammo deals and came out with more than that,you get any ammo? i got about 750 rds sold my boy 250 and kept250 of .40 and 250 of .223,next time i go im going only for ammo.lol
Man that's to funny. I went there for ammo & clips for my SIG. I got the clips but everybody was out of 40's. So I ended up buying some lowers?? I'm still not sure how that happened. That little. Ale dude at the JD booth must have been a good sales man. LOL. Then I thought why not pick up som 5.56 rounds while I'm here, again SOLD OUT! Dammit! Next trip will be for ammo and some toys. Did you see the "Vodoo Tactical" gear? Really nice stuff. Everyhing from Tactical vest to bags for your gear.
you must have went sunday? i did check out some tactical vest not sure if it was vodoo tho,cant wait for the next show im saving money up for more ammo.. i got 500rds .40 for 140.00 and 260 223 for 95.00 on sat all new ,no reloads
Yeah I went Sunday unfortunately. BTW when I was there they hauled off 3 punks in hand cuffs trying to steal some stuff.
Check them out. Their quality is top notch
http://www.voodootactical.net/
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Posted by v-town coupe (Member # 2771) on
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Nice welcome to the club. I can guarantee you will be swapping that buttstock and hand guard out asap for atleast some magpul moe stuff. your going to spend some decent$$$ going quad rail and all the mall ninja stuff you had mentioned. you will probably want to look into a good quality rail so you get all the benifits of having a full floating system and will want to buy something longer then carbine length so you have more real estate to mount stuff.
look into a daniel defense or troy setup to keep it light. if you dont want to spend the $$$ on a low pro gas block you could just cut the front sight post off using just the gas block portion.
Also You may want to find out who converted those mags. because I had bought some 10/20 pmags from rifle gear and they fed like crap.I know there is someone out there doing it and doing a good job cause i've seen people running them.
If you got any questions , shoot me a pm I have had my hands inside MANY Ar-15's. by law I cant work on them! but I have "helped" on A LOT!
Posted by nitrous_bob (Member # 77) on
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so whats all the hype on these Pmags anyways ?????
Posted by SnakeBit (Member # 8871) on
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Originally posted by nitrous_bob:
so whats all the hype on these Pmags anyways ?????
Not sure. I never heard of them before I bought them. They seem to be good quality
Posted by nitrous_bob (Member # 77) on
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a buddy has a gunshop...he cant keep them in stock
i need some decent m14 mags...mine all suck except my original 20 rounder
my 30's all seem to stick and feed funky
Posted by Slowback67 (Member # 6348) on
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Originally posted by nitrous_bob:
a buddy has a gunshop...he cant keep them in stock
i need some decent m14 mags...mine all suck except my original 20 rounder
my 30's all seem to stick and feed funky
Try picking up some replacement springs for the mag.... I am going to guess they also make anti tilt followers for them too.
Posted by v-town coupe (Member # 2771) on
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Originally posted by nitrous_bob:
a buddy has a gunshop...he cant keep them in stock
i need some decent m14 mags...mine all suck except my original 20 rounder
my 30's all seem to stick and feed funky
the P-mags are just kool-aid right now. C-products was making a great metal mag but was sold and not sure if the company is doing anything yet. but p-mags are suppose to be very durable, light, feed flawlessly. there are videos of people running them over etc. I prefer metal mags. everyone says metal mags are garbage which is true to an extent. all my metal mags are stainless, not aluminum.
not sure what your 30 rounders are for bob, but A while back i picked up some of the cmmg springs and followers for my pre-ban usgi mags. and i hit the mag with a light coat of dry film lube and they have functioned great! a few other mags I have got magpul followers which were a huge upgrade over the originals.
Posted by Bent70 (Member # 9694) on
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Here is mine for inspiration..
double star lower
rra lpc
bullet button
ergo grip
a1 or a2 stock idon't remember
cromolly bolt
rra flattop upper build by delton
yhm free float
yhm gasblock flip up sight
arms flip up rear sight
dti cromelined barrel
c products 10rounders
I got another spikes tactical lower, but not sure what to do with it....something other than 5.56, was thinking big bore .458socom, but i don't reload yet ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
Posted by nitrous_bob (Member # 77) on
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LOL @ the bullet button
you guys know that all that shit comes in and out at the polls right ????
just making sure...cuz sheep are to be eaten....im just saying your 1 of 3 states that.....nevermind
Posted by nitrous_bob (Member # 77) on
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heres my bullet button..... to remove (1) 75 rnd drum and feed another.......
and FYI...if i remove the stock so its less than 30" overall.......i can carry it concealed like a pistol
or in my lap while driving..
you niggas gotta fix your laws like now
[ April 19, 2012, 08:50 PM: Message edited by: nitrous_bob ]
Posted by Bent70 (Member # 9694) on
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Shit, I don't mind the bullet button I can unload and load just about as fast as without it......its the fucking 10round max thats killing me. Shit every gun needs at least a 30rd clip minimum.
You have seen our other option due to our commie rules against evil rifles.........
http://wethearmed.com/gunsmithing-and-weapon-repair/building-an-ar/ fucking gay and not just because its pink:rolleyes:
Whats yours states take on silencers and sub 18" rifles?
[ April 19, 2012, 09:13 PM: Message edited by: Bent70 ]
Posted by SIC70STANG (Member # 4347) on
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People keep voting for bitches like pelosi and boxer. This place is a fucking mess.
Posted by SnakeBit (Member # 8871) on
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Originally posted by Bent70:
Here is mine for inspiration..
double star lower
rra lpc
bullet button
ergo grip
a1 or a2 stock idon't remember
cromolly bolt
rra flattop upper build by delton
yhm free float
yhm gasblock flip up sight
arms flip up rear sight
dti cromelined barrel
c products 10rounders
I got another spikes tactical lower, but not sure what to do with it....something other than 5.56, was thinking big bore .458socom, but i don't reload yet
Nice, I think my next purchase will be a rear flip up sight.
Thanks for sharing
Posted by SnakeBit (Member # 8871) on
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Originally posted by nitrous_bob:
heres my bullet button..... to remove (1) 75 rnd drum and feed another.......
and FYI...if i remove the stock so its less than 30" overall.......i can carry it concealed like a pistol
or in my lap while driving..
you niggas gotta fix your laws like now
Sweet! That's a hole lot of ridiculous & awesome. LOL. Legal or not, better believe I will have some hi capacity mags for if & when the shit hits the fan. BTW the bullet button is easy to get around, it's a magnet that pops right in the button and stays there. Remove it when done
[ April 19, 2012, 09:42 PM: Message edited by: SnakeBit ]
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