1st Custom Build...step by step

Well, I received the RRA lower parts kit for my stripped POF lower, including the RRA two stage trigger this week and decided to put everything together last night.

Here's everything laid out.... POF lower receiver, RRA lower parts kit, RRA two-stage trigger, Ergo grip

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/pof_1.jpg

After installing the bolt catch and trigger... I installed the mag release and take down pin before I started taking pics.
http://www.handgunforum.net/images/pof_2.jpg

View of the trigger (looking in) after the install...
http://www.handgunforum.net/images/pof_3.jpg

Hammer, safety and grip installed....
http://www.handgunforum.net/images/pof_5.jpg

Everything seems to working just fine. I'm a happy camper...

Next on the list... LMT Stock!

VERY NICE! I'd like to take on a project like that. It'll probably be next year, though.

Good Job there JS.:smt023 I hope to get something along them lines some day.:mrgreen:

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Originally Posted by falshman70

VERY NICE! I'd like to take on a project like that. It'll probably be next year, though.

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Originally Posted by Baldy

Good Job there JS.:smt023 I hope to get something along them lines some day.:mrgreen:

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Thanks guys... :-)

Here's another quick update and new addition. I installed the LMT buffer tube assembly tonight along with the CQD sling mount, All mil spec. I'm going to put a LMT stock on it later. Now I can start focusing on what kind of upper I want to get...or build. I've really enjoyed putting this lower together myself.

Now for the pics... :rolleyes:

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/pof_12.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/pof_10.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/pof_11.jpg

Hey JS you done such a good job on the lower how about just getting a kit for the upper? Then when you take it out to the range and that puppy is barking right along the other guys will be drooling all over. That is great satisfaction. Be ready for them to want you to build them one or help them out. Great job and good luck with it.

Well, the lower is now officially complete. :-)

I received the LMT stock today.

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/pof_complete.jpg

:drooling:What can I say but looking:smt119good. :smt023. I like the looks of the stock real well.:smt023:smt1099

Every time I spend money on a project like that it never turns out quite that good.
Really nice job.

Well, I've decided to build my upper... from the ground up. :-)

I decided to go with the VLTOR MUR-1 upper receiver. I'll start looking into barrels, handguards, etc. next week sometime, I'm not sure yet of what I want.

Here are some pics of the VLTOR upper... I just received the upper this morning.

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/vltor_upper.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/vltor_upper_2.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/vltor_upper_3.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/vltor_upper_4.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/vltor_upper_5.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/vltor_upper_6.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/vltor_upper_7.jpg

Man, I swear I'm going to build an AR myself some day.

Very nice.

another update... :-)

I received the barrel that I'm going to use today... It's a Noveske 16.1 Recon 5.56mm match grade 1/7 twist barrel, came with a MP matching bolt and Noveske gas block. It's all coming together, I just need a few more items. Railed handguard (probably a LaRue), bolt carrier, charging handle, flash suppressor and front and back sights.

Here are some pictures... :-)

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/noveske_1.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/noveske_gasblock.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/noveske_2.jpg

Looking good JS. Hang in there your doing a fine job.

Another update... :)

The upper build is pretty much finished, I just need a few more things. (bolt carrier, charging handle, BUIS)

Upper parts include:

VLTOR Mur-1 Upper Receiver
Noveske 16.1 RECON Barrel w/ 1:7 Twist
VLTOR Gas Block & Tube
Larue 11" Handguard
Vortex Flash Hider


pics of the process below... and yes, I turned my kitchen into a workshop... ahhhh, the benefits of being single. :smt023

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/upper_1.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/upper_1_2.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/keeper_1.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/keeper_2.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/upper_1_3.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/upper_1_4.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/upper_1_5.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/new_vortex.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/upper_1_6.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/newupper.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/newbuild.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/newbuild_2.jpg

Here is the parts list:

Lower:
POF Lower Receiver
RRA Lower Parts Kit
RRA Two-Stage Trigger
Ergo Grip
LMT Mil-Spec Buffer Tube w/ H2 Buffer
LMT Stock
CQD Sling Mount

Upper:
VLTOR MUR-1 Upper Receiver
16.1" Noveske Rifleworks RECON 5.56mm 1:7 Twist Barrel w/ MP Tested Matching Bolt
Youngs Manufacturing National Match Chrome Bolt Carrier
VLTOR Gas Block and Tube
LaRue 11" Railed Handguard
Smith Enterprise "Vortex" Flash Hider
Tango Down Vertical Grip

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/c...om_build_1.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/c...om_build_4.jpg

:drooling::drooling:Ah! the satisfaction of it all. What do you think now JS as you have done it all?:smt023 Great job.:smt023Good luck with it and we will be standing by for range report.:smt1099

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Originally Posted by Baldy

:drooling::drooling:Ah! the satisfaction of it all. What do you think now JS as you have done it all?:smt023 Great job.:smt023Good luck with it and we will be standing by for range report.:smt1099

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accessories... :smt033

I just ordered and received my "Youngs Manufacturing NM" chrome bolt carrier... Although it didn't come with a bolt cam, firing pin or firing pin retainer... I had to go back and order that... The bolt came with the Noveske barrel.

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/n...oltcarrier.jpg

In it's new home after receiving the bolt cam, firing pin and firing pin retainer... :-)
http://www.handgunforum.net/images/new_carrier_1.jpg

Well, I've finally completed my AR custom build. I just received my Troy sights and Aimpoint ML3... I'm extremely happy with the way it turned out. :)

Lower:
POF Lower Receiver
RRA Lower Parts Kit
RRA Two-Stage Match Trigger
Ergo Grip
LMT Mil-Spec Buffer Tube w/ H2 Buffer
LMT Stock
CQD Sling Mount

Upper:
VLTOR MUR-1 Upper Receiver
16.1" Noveske Rifleworks RECON 5.56mm 1:7 Twist Barrel w/ MP Tested Matching Bolt
Youngs Manufacturing National Match Chrome Bolt Carrier
VLTOR Gas Block and Tube
LaRue 11" Railed Handguard
Troy Front & Rear BUIS
ARMS Aimpoint Mount
Aimpoint ML3
Smith Enterprise "Vortex" Flash Hider
Tango Down Vertical Grip

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/finishedbuild_2.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/finishedbuild_4.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/finishedbuild_1.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/finishedbuild_3.jpg

http://www.handgunforum.net/images/finishedbuild_5.jpg

Awesome.


Whaddya thaank thare js? Thadda shore make a nice rafflen rifle?:mrgreen::mrgreen::mrgreen:


I'll bet the anticipation of launching a few rounds down range has become almost unbearable. Bet it's a real sweet shooter!:watching:

What, no range report??

You expect us to believe that a weekend came & went and you just "admired" your new rifle?:mrgreen:

That puppy is drop dead:drooling: bebebbbbeautiful:drooling:. I got a feeling it is going to get the job done big time. :drooling:Hard to keep from drooling. :smt023Good luck at the range.:smt1099

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Originally Posted by James NM

What, no range report??

You expect us to believe that a weekend came & went and you just "admired" your new rifle?:mrgreen:

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I haven't a chance to go to the outdoor range yet... I'm hoping to next weekend. It's driving me nuts! :rolleyes:

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Originally Posted by Baldy

That puppy is drop dead:drooling: bebebbbbeautiful:drooling:. I got a feeling it is going to get the job done big time. :drooling:Hard to keep from drooling. :smt023Good luck at the range.:smt1099

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Thanks! :-)

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Originally Posted by js

I haven't a chance to go to the outdoor range yet... I'm hoping to next weekend. It's driving me nuts! :rolleyes:
:-)

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Man, I don't know how you do it. I'd be Jonesing by now. The research, the planning, the assembly, the excitement, the anticipation....I'd be a basket case. I guess I'm still a kid at heart.:goofy:

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Originally Posted by James NM

Man, I don't know how you do it. I'd be Jonesing by now. The research, the planning, the assembly, the excitement, the anticipation....I'd be a basket case. I guess I'm still a kid at heart.:goofy:

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Oh, believe me...it is driving me nuts! I live in the country and have thought about just going out in the backyard and firing off a few rounds. But, there's about 250 head of cattle back there as well and for the last 2 weeks they have all been hanging out and grazing all around my property line. I only have 2 acres... that's surrounded by 200 acres of pasture. If they start heading to the other side of the pasture I'll go back there and fire off some rounds. :smt023

Oh-Tay:smt023 Keep us posted. The suspense is getting to us.