Build Options for AR

ToolBox · Aug 5, 2011

I thank everyone for the input. My AR build has now been kicked into high gear and i'm look at uppers.
What i have so far:
PSA lower w/ build kit
17" barrel from group buy (all hail taymoor)

I have looked at YHM-100
and Spikes tactical m4
Both are $100
Any others i should look at for the money?
need one that will work, but dont need to spend a ton of money on it. Can upgared at a later date.
On the other hand i dont need a pile of junk.

Matt1911 · Aug 5, 2011

Can't go wrong with Spikes.
Might also look at BCM or Rock River.

ToolBox · Aug 5, 2011

Matt1911 said:
Can't go wrong with Spikes.
Might also look at BCM or Rock River.

Thx
Will take a look.

ToolBox · Aug 5, 2011

If i get a strip lower, can some one give me the list of all the parts i need to set up my upper?
I have seen all from cheap to titainium.
I'm not going to dump $$$$$$$ big time right now. Just want something that will put lead down range and do it well.
I do like to see bulllet hole on bullet hole.
I also know if the shooter has got his stuff together he can make a gun work although it might not be all the bells and ... well u know.
any help?

technetium-99m · Aug 5, 2011

Barrel, handguard, carrier group, gas system, and charging handle. I personally plug the FA port on my rifles. then add whatever sights/scope you want.

The el-cheapo DPMS barrels shoot well enough for games in my experience, pair it with a free float handguard, and buy a quality carrier, boom, rifle that shoots well and didn't put you out of house and home.

LuckyDucky · Aug 5, 2011

Usually people will buy a complete upper since it is 'harder' to assemble than a lower.

Starting from a stripped flat top upper, you need the dust cover assembly, forward assist assembly, barrel, gas tube, gas block, and handguards (if you get free float handguards, they should come with what is needed to attach to upper)

If you start with a stripped upper, you will need the BCG and charging handle too.

There are a bajillion different gas blocks, handguards, and barrels you can get. Have fun!

Accessories include scope, BUIS, carry handle, muzzle attachment,, forward grip, flashlight, etc

imacgyver · Aug 5, 2011

I need a M203 Grenade Launcher bottle holder

ToolBox · Aug 7, 2011

Good info
Thx

ToolBox · Aug 9, 2011

I have worked up my parts list with prices and it looks like i can budget in that M203 Grenade launcher.
We goin to do a group on this item. hahahahahaha.
Thx again to all for your help with build idea's.
Now i just need parts to start rolling in.