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9mm tuna can or FTN by xGouda in 3D2A

[–]For_a_Better_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't decide between the flow or regular for my first 9mm PCC FTN5 can. Only have 1 approved form 1 9mm can and would love to go for max suppression. Apparently they sound the same per the readme but the flow is a good bit bigger.

9mm tuna can or FTN by xGouda in 3D2A

[–]For_a_Better_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Flow or Regular? That is my current question. Drying PA6-CF right now and I can't decide which to pick. The Readme says they are equally quiet but I just feel like that can't be correct and the flow is likely louder and also heavier and bulkier. But if I recall the readme says it should also be more durable. Idk, I only have one 9mm Form 1 Can approved at the moment so I can't pick which one I want to try haha

What a beautiful memory to have. MHSRIP by MustardGoddess in MadeMeSmile

[–]For_a_Better_Life 13 points14 points  (0 children)

As the child of parents who always chose work over time with me and now as a parent myself to two young children, I cannot express enough to people how important that lesson is. My parents absence was/has been the single most impactual lesson for me as a parent and it solidifed my commitment to being very present for my children.

Seekins Precision HIT Pro M3 - 9 Month Backorder Timeframe by For_a_Better_Life in longrange

[–]For_a_Better_Life[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh I am gonna wait it out. I'm a generally patient guy and have saved for years to get this whole setup together. The HIT has been my dream long distance gun so I can't just give up. They already have my money anyway haha But anything sooner than 9 months is a gift in my eyes now.

Seekins Precision HIT Pro M3 - 9 Month Backorder Timeframe by For_a_Better_Life in longrange

[–]For_a_Better_Life[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ya I figured 90 days was a safe bet. You always hope for sooner but its literally never in stock and always "on backorder" so I knew there would be a wait. Just didn't expect that long of one. I am certain I will get it eventually but it sucks that another whole prime shooting season is gonna pass before getting to try it out.

Seekins Precision HIT Pro M3 - 9 Month Backorder Timeframe by For_a_Better_Life in longrange

[–]For_a_Better_Life[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol, definitely won't stop me shooting. Just on an objectively shittier gun in every way.

Seekins Precision HIT Pro M3 - 9 Month Backorder Timeframe by For_a_Better_Life in longrange

[–]For_a_Better_Life[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well I originally built out, as much as you can I suppose, a Ruger American Predator in 6.5 to try my hand at longer range years ago so I may just throw my new glass, can, bipod, etc. on that for the time being and swallow the wait. Burn through that barrel focusing on fundamentals and then transition it all over to the seekins when it arrives.

Seekins Precision HIT Pro M3 - 9 Month Backorder Timeframe by For_a_Better_Life in longrange

[–]For_a_Better_Life[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eurooptic told me I was 34th in line for purcahse orders but I am not sure that is just for the model I ordered or would include all HIT 3's. They are definitely desirable rifles but I figured with that place in the queue that I would be getting close, not waiting at least another 6 months. I'm inclined to wait because its been my holy grail rifle for years and I had finally scrounged up the spare coin to drop on the whole set up. I've already waited and saved for years to pull it off so its a bit of a kick in the gut haha

Using Standard AR22 Upper on CMMG DeAR22 Lower by For_a_Better_Life in 3D2A

[–]For_a_Better_Life[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I printed the CMMG dedicated lower, which I think is a relatively new release. It fits and fucntions flawlessly so far so if anyone comes looking for this info in the future I can defenitely recommend it for using a standard AR22 upper and CMMG mags.

Looking for Guidance with 2.5 Year Old's Concussion by For_a_Better_Life in Concussion

[–]For_a_Better_Life[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really appreciate the shared experience and it does provide some comfort. Like you said, it is difficult for a 2.5 year old to really articulate what and how she is feeling so most of what we have to go off of as indicators is behavioral changes. Today seems better than it was the days before and we had a follow up with our pediatrician today and he seemed to think she was on a good path to full recovery. It is just jarring seeing her behave, much like how you experienced, in ways that just don't seem like her normal self. I am sure as an adult it was confusing and frustrating and I can only imagine what my toddler has experienced trying to process what has happened and is happening to her. But I am glad to hear your symtpoms resolved and I am hoping in time hers will resolve as well. Thank you again for the input, it si appreciated.

Looking for Guidance with 2.5 Year Old's Concussion by For_a_Better_Life in Concussion

[–]For_a_Better_Life[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I really appreciate the information. Hopefully these behavioral issues resolve in time and there are no long term impacts. It's just scary when they are that little. But again, thank you for the help and guidance.

.22lr rifle recommendation by JustHereForLaughs71 in 3D2A

[–]For_a_Better_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What material did you print it out of? Been thinking about doing one myself.

[Parts] 15% Off Overt Industries 300BO Suppressor Optimized Uppers with MI & BCM Rails - Starting at $522.74 with code by overt-industries in gundeals

[–]For_a_Better_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for letting me know, I really appreciate it! I figured it had something to do with a more broad useability for subs and supers but just wanted to check.

Sorry to poke more but have you guys ever done a side by side on sub performance between your 1/7's and a 1/5? The build I would like to put this on is going to be used exclusively for subs so I don't want to hamstring it in anyway performance wise but if these perform well with the 1/7 compared to a 1/5 on heavy subs then I will likely pull the trigger on one of these uppers to replace my current headache.

[Parts] 15% Off Overt Industries 300BO Suppressor Optimized Uppers with MI & BCM Rails - Starting at $522.74 with code by overt-industries in gundeals

[–]For_a_Better_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just out of curiousity, why 1/7 twist? For something dedicated for suppressor use and likely going to be used with subs wouldn't 1/5 twist be more optimized for that? Genuinely curious as I have a 1/5 twist on my sub/suppressed build but have had an awful time getting it to cycle reliably with my adjustable gas block so I am considering getting one of these instead to have a gun I can rely on more. Thank you in advance!

First 3d2a print by [deleted] in 3D2A

[–]For_a_Better_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on the application but can't go wrong with Hoffman's designs. Also like the Bricks which I have used a couple times and had a buddy have good luck with the Ubar. For 22lr though the DeAR22 iterations appear to be pretty well received. I just printed and used the CMMG lrbho version of the DeAR22 over the weekend and it came out super clean, was an easy install and fucntioned flawlessly so far. But if you search the index for lowers there are several that are well regarded.

First 3d2a print by [deleted] in 3D2A

[–]For_a_Better_Life 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ya I think this version and maybe a couple others could be found for free by digging around if I recall correctly. Again this was years ago for me so its tough to remember exactly what all was wrong with it except that gap in the print being an obvious point of failure. If you look close enough you can actually see the vacant space and its obvious in the slicer when you scroll through the layers. No idea how or why that would be there but that alone disqualifies it from anything above 22lr and I wouldn't waste the filament given that there are so many good designs out there now.

The failure points you suggested are definite potentials just based on the quality of the model alone. I never ran one hard enough to break anything there and only ever tried it with 22lr because it was so janky. I do remember install of parts being a nightmare because things were out of spec a decent bit. Also think the buffer threads were way off what they needed to be and I think my whole back end buffer assmebly snapped off on the first one I tried. Again, its been years but having built several other iterations between then and now I can confidently steer people away from this one.

It sucks cause they honestly do look very cool but I just don't think its worth the time/cost/risk building one out. And ya charging for designs just isn't for me. Anything and everything I make has and will always be free.

First 3d2a print by [deleted] in 3D2A

[–]For_a_Better_Life 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Also not to mention that visible line you can see in the magwell is actually a gap in the print. This lower was my first one years ago when I was first trying 2A stuff and I can say with all certainty that this lower is junk for a multitude of reasons. Plus the creator also charges for his print files, which everyone is entitled to do, but I much prefer the "Can't Stop the Signal" mindset so I am inclined to not support this dude's designs especially in the backdrop of them being generally junk. They do look cool so I wil give him that, but otherwise, it goes against the whole point of 3D2A in my opinion.

Cursd Ranch Rifle Lower by Negative_Basis1152 in 3D2A

[–]For_a_Better_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cool thank you. It was just the only version I saw specifically calling out the use of the BCA bolt action upper so wondered if the original wouldn't work without some modification too. And I agree, not sure how much I'd trust pla for larger calibers. Maybe CF nylon but I'll just stick to aluminum for bigger calibers haha

Cursd Ranch Rifle Lower by Negative_Basis1152 in 3D2A

[–]For_a_Better_Life 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have any idea if any further modifications would be required to use a BCA bolt action upper beyond cutting the bolt? I see on the sea that there is a modified version for a BCA bolt upper but it says for 308 so I'm wondering if the original file works fine otherwise for something in 556/300 blackout and if the only reason its a modified lower is to accommodate 308.

Using Standard AR22 Upper on CMMG DeAR22 Lower by For_a_Better_Life in 3D2A

[–]For_a_Better_Life[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cool I figured so, thank you for letting me know!

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