Yes another AR build

[DocSkunk]

Well lets just say this is my first AR build. I dont really know jack about ARs and this thread will show it lol. im hoping for some advice from some of you oh wise ones who know there ARs. I bought a custom lower from Sniper Co. and its darn nice. Will post a photo after this rant. Its a 5.56/223 lower and i know if its a 5.56 lower it can chamber and fire 223. That is what i want to go for, like my revovlers i like being able to shoot two differeant rounds out of the same firearm. Now my main question i just learned they sell lower reciver kits and i didnt know this thought i had to part it up. im looking at Lower Parts Kit, AR-15 i am not sure if its 5.56 or 223 or dose this kit now specify its the upper that picks the calabier? I wanted to part out the upper but i found a nice upper that's black and white not sure its caliber still need to go check on it. if its 5.56 im going to put it on hold. I know this part kit dosnt come with the buffer or tube and some other stock things. if anyone can give me a heads up on what all i need to get after the upper and lower part kit i would appreciate it. Im normally a AK fan and i figured this would get be some more respect and knowledge to the AR guys/gals. Thanks in advance.

(should add that i am Aiming at making this a long range rifle scoped and all that. I have my AK for CQB)

 

[anifong]

I'm kind of new to the AR game as well, have my first "build" under my belt, so not an expert by any means, but I believe you can pick any AR-15 LPK, 5.56/223 makes no difference as far as the lower goes. AR-15.com is an excellent resource - the parts shortage earlier this year forced me to read a bunch before buying anything else. You might look at Palmetto State Armory - they've got decent deals on Lower Build Kits that include everything you need to finish your lower, just stick your upper on and go.

Lower Build Kits - Lower Parts - AR-15

I believe they've also got complete kits that include the upper, and seem to be a good quality brand. Probably have some good deals for this weekend.

 

[rvb]

5.56 vs .223 is determined entirely by the barrel you purchase. recommend .223 wylde chambers first (they are considered safe w/ either), 5.56 second. not much reason for a straight .223rem chamber, imo.

some light reading:
http://www.luckygunner.com/labs/5-56-vs-223/
.223 Remington vs. 5.56 NATO: What You Don't Know Could Hurt You | Human Events

as far as what parts you need and how they go together, everything you need to know is here:
http://www.ar15.com/content/webPDF/TM9-1005-319-23.pdf

-rvb

 

[DocSkunk]

thanks for the light reading rvb and anifong. means go in and lock down my upper lol

 

[N_K_1984]

Mk 12 MOD 1 Build List

MK12 Mod 1 clone. Good, long to mid range, do all AR15. Google is your friend. There is a great thread on ARfcom.

Official Mk12 Mod0, Mod1, ModH Photo and Discussion Thread, Part II - Page 1 - AR15.COM

I'm biased. Only based on my love of the MK12 Mod 1. Good luck on your research and developement, Doc!

 

[Small's]

This is a good deal. Its comes with a good bolt carrier group also. Then all you would need is an upper and a charging handle.
PSA MOE FDE Lower Build Kit & 5.56mm Premium Full-Auto Profile Bolt Carrier Group w/ Charging Handle - AR-15 Rifle Kits & Parts - Labor Day Sale
I thought about buying one just for the bolt and selling the parts kit. Some uppers come complete with the bolt and some come without it.

 

[DocSkunk]

well here is a update. Used a DPMS lower part kit installed, Global Military stock, Hogue AR-15 grip. Uppers next.

 

[Mr Evilwrench]

Nothing you do to the lower has any bearing on the caliber, unless perhaps you need a real light buffer and spring for something. That's a no-tools swap. The upper determines the caliber, and the number of calibers available that'll drop onto a standard lower easily runs into the twenties. I also would go with the Wylde for 5.56/.223, I have a couple of them around here, but 5.56 does just fine. Of course, I could probably hold all the .223 I have in one hand, while I doubt I could lift all the 5.56.

 

[philbert001]

well here is a update. Used a DPMS lower part kit installed

I built my first lower during the AR madness this past winter, and I also used a DPMS LPK, as it was all I could find at retail pricing. How is your trigger? Mine was terrible! Long, heavy, and gritty! After about 500 rounds, it still hadn't smoothed out, so I swapped it for a mil-spec take-off from another rifle, and it was WAAAAY better! Just curious if it was simply luck of the draw, or if all their triggers are terrible.
If you end up building your upper, instead of buying a complete one, and need AR tools, I'll happily help. (I'm out East of New Haven) I have the vice block, barrel nut wrenches, torque wrench, etc! (Upper is really just as easy to build as the lower, just requires more tools!)

 

[DocSkunk]

Way over due update lol. been a while since i been on here. well its put together and firing fine. still need to sight it in and see where shes hitting. it didnt blow up so i say i didnt do so bad for my first AR build.

 

[ShootnCut]

Now that you have that first one done the only problem you might have is wanting to do it again.......and again........and again. Anyway, congratulations.

 

[HardKnox]

Very nice, I'm getting ready to start my first AR build this week

 

[DocSkunk]

Naw ShootnCut i still prefer my AK. Just did this to say i did it. may sell it later or trade it later down the road. till then will be a fun plinker. Good luck HardKnox i thought it was going to be hard, but it wasn't. i learned alot about them.

 

[INDPrepper]

nice little rig there.

 

[308offate]

Very nice, but as stated previously once you do one, your probably going to start thinking of things to do differently.

 

[Sainte]

Now that you have that first one done the only problem you might have is wanting to do it again.......and again........and again. Anyway, congratulations.

Ya.......like 12 times..........don't tell the wife!