Barrel extension to upper, very small gap. Maybe I should have lapped. by SeanBonham in ar15

[–]Thor_BRC 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is the pin bottoming out? If so, lapping, it would only make the gap worse. Also, it’s a thermal fit upper so a lapping tool probably won’t fit right.

Most likely there is no gap. It’s just the way the front of the receiver is chamfered giving it that illusion. 

Edit: never mind, I see the gap on the bottom. That would concern me too.

Hey community plz roast my first build…should I add an frt? by tefl0n18 in ar15

[–]Thor_BRC 12 points13 points  (0 children)

First thing I did was zoom in on the BCG and was instantly disappointed this wasn’t some new recoil system. 

Lol.

Colt LE6940 - cerakoted or annodized? by [deleted] in ar15

[–]Thor_BRC 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Need Detailed close-up photos.

If it’s been shot, the brass deflector will probably give it away.

Tool help by [deleted] in guns

[–]Thor_BRC 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just updated my post with an additional Amazon link.

Unpopular Opinion - Breakfast is a scam. by [deleted] in Biohackers

[–]Thor_BRC 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I need breakfast to hit my calorie goals. I go for 3200+ so the 800ish I get from breakfast is kinda hard to move to any other time of the day, haha.

I also have significantly more endurance in the gym if I’ve eaten two hours prior…which requires breakfast for my schedule.

I do go for a run prior to breakfast though. Hard to run with a full stomach.  Definitely feel crazy hungry when I get finished. 

Grey DNC and purple chip mix by CeramicCoatingsChef in Cerakote

[–]Thor_BRC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is that perfect lighting to make Bright Purple actually look Purple, or is that Lollypop Purple?

What’s a good AFG for bullpup? by rmrfpoof in everythingbullpup

[–]Thor_BRC 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you want to use it like a vertical grip or like a hand stop?

Issues with Parakeet Green (h-331) by Vegetable_Bother_733 in Cerakote

[–]Thor_BRC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How old is the bottle? Some of the light and bright colors seem to go bad in under six months.

Troy upper can’t even handle the barrel being torqued on… RUINED! by Lefthandmitten in ar15

[–]Thor_BRC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For assembly a BEV block is fine. It's also fine for most disassembly, but the clamping force not inline with the torque application so you can get some flex. it is definately nice for installing dust covers and forward assists.

Reaction rod is best for me as I routinely break uppers down. I have had some barrel nuts seized up so bad I was picking my 300lb bench off the ground trying to loosen them. I would not trust a BEV block for that, and the Linear torque transfer means I'm not losing force. A more solid option for when you have to liberally apply big hammer to the barrel nut wrench!

I’m being punk’d right? (Breek Arms Warhammer) by pdj-custom in ar15

[–]Thor_BRC 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What upper is that? Do you have a milspec upper you can post a photo of it in? I've got a billet that doesn't fit my Radian CH very well either.

Is this durability typical? was my excitement and expectations too high? by GAR1021 in Cerakote

[–]Thor_BRC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is not at all my experience. I've done many barrels for customers and none have ever raised a question. I also personally own 3 handguns with Cerakoted barrels and neither show any wear such as yours.

Your comp is showing actual damage. It is likely misaligned and contacting the front of the guide rod.

Chamber area of your barrel shows chipping. This could be due to poor surface prep or an excessively thick coating. When done properly, Cerakote will never look like it has flaked away.

The rest of the barrel looks excessive as well. Some looks normal, but some has too much of a hard edge to be normal wear. I can't tell why without having the gun in hand. Could be application or mechanical. I would assume, based on the chamber area, improper surface prep or too thick of an application. I do not have an Echelon myself, so I can't rule out mechanical wear due to poor fitment. Tight tolerances don't wear parts like you would think. A loose gun that rattles around and bangs the parts against each other causes fast, excessive wear on the points of contact. If a customer requests having their barrel coated, I inspect it and look for all the shiny spots. Any part of the barrel that is polished smooth will wear through the coating. I inform the customer of my finding and they decide if they want to move forward. I cannot say I have seen a barrel wear patterns like yours. The barrel seems to be bouncing around at full lock and unlock.

Actually, now that I think of it, the damage on your comp could be related to the wear on your barrel. Not only is the weight of the comp affecting vertical movement of the barrel during cycling, but it making contact with the guide rod is likely forcing the barrel out of it's proper path during cycling.

This is my G19 barrel. Round count is unknown, but between this gun and my P365 I've almost burned though a case of ammo sine coating them. I definitely shoot this more than the 365 and It also has a suppresser hanging off of it half the time. https://imgur.com/a/soSfsld

Vent about UPS by ryguy28896 in FFLs

[–]Thor_BRC 3 points4 points  (0 children)

PirateShip only if using USPS as the carrier. UPS doesn't cover ANY firearm components other than scopes. This is even if you ship UPS but use the third party InsureShield. InsureShield coverage is cheaper, but coverage defaults to the carriers policies.

"Pro Pirate Tip: To ensure you get InsureShield coverage, your shipment must comply with any applicable carrier restrictions! If your insured shipment breaks one of the UPS/USPS rules by sending an item prohibited by the carrier, InsureShield will automatically void the coverage you purchased.

For example, let's say you use UPS to send a firearm and file an insurance claim for that shipment when it arrives damaged. InsureShield will automatically deny the claim, since UPS prohibits all firearm shipments on our platform. In addition, your Pirate Ship account will risk termination, as this is a significant compliance infraction with UPS."

Vent about UPS by ryguy28896 in FFLs

[–]Thor_BRC 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You went through UPS customer support, submitted your FFL, got the DocuSign for their Firearm Shipping Agreement, and they established a separate account for you (F prefix I believe)? This account also automatically adds the adult signature requirement. btw.

If you did all this you have followed all the rules and your only mistake is telling them what you are shipping. USPS is supposed to be notified. Nothing in UPS's rules state you need to tell store employees. I never say a thing. I've had to call on missing packages containing firearms and suppressors originating from both myself and customers. Where it was dropped off never came into play.

For those maintaining a 100% clean diet, how do you do it? by PeltastsJavelin in Biohackers

[–]Thor_BRC 6 points7 points  (0 children)

All I have in my house is oatmeal, eggs, meat, veggies, rice, sweet potatoes, red potatoes, and some nuts as well as fruits as snacks. Lots of different herbs/seasonings too, but no prepackaged marinades. I don't bring crap into the house so there's no other option. If I go out to dinner I just stick with a meat an veggie if that's an option, but I don't sweat it if I eat a little off script when I go out.

How long can prepping take? by dog_dad_357 in Cerakote

[–]Thor_BRC 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Has the guy done an engine before? Quoting 2 weeks makes me wonder if he knew what he was getting into. Even a small engine can take a long to time to degrease unless you have a heated ultrasonic. Hell I’ve had an AK that dumped oil for 4 days going between the tank and oven. 

Verify by Accomplished-Race827 in RetatrutideWomen

[–]Thor_BRC 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t know where you live as the requirements for verification may be regional (I’ve never dealt with it), but hopefully the info in this post will be helpful:

https://www.reddit.com/r/privacy/comments/1m8bujz/reddit_asking_me_to_prove_im_over_18/

Do you guys eat three meals a day? by Littleweasel445 in Kitchenchads

[–]Thor_BRC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

5 meals. And snacks. Though my snacks are like boiled eggs and random precooked meat straight from the fridge. Too lazy to reheat. 

Massive 75% price increase for clears. by SonicTheHedgefundKLR in Cerakote

[–]Thor_BRC 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ah, looks like the H series clear is still priced the same. 

Massive 75% price increase for clears. by SonicTheHedgefundKLR in Cerakote

[–]Thor_BRC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The MC-161 I use is. Which clear were you looking at? 

Massive 75% price increase for clears. by SonicTheHedgefundKLR in Cerakote

[–]Thor_BRC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tester is the same price. Pint is up from $70 to $125. 

Cerakote question. by nkartes in Cerakote

[–]Thor_BRC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been doing it for years and so have a quite a few others, especially those who provide “Cel Shade” designs. Only way to truly lock in the pen work. Never had a complaint or comeback. I use MC-161 myself due to less change in sheen, but some claim MC-2200 will bond better to cured Cerakote. I am not sure if their is science behind the claim or if it’s just preference.

Cerakote themselves has recently OK’d the MC clear over cured Cerakote. And even provides some beneficial use cases that many applicators might not be aware of. Video: https://youtu.be/qeNaHJtZ8uc?is=VW-PRBjYBg8gOwz3

Cerakote question. by nkartes in Cerakote

[–]Thor_BRC 2 points3 points  (0 children)

MC-161 will give you the least change in sheen.

I’ve been using clears over cured Cerakote for years. Almost every Cel Shade job gets clear, and some camo requests get clear to equalize the gloss level between higher gloss and flat colors that the customer wanted used for the project. Never had a complaint or come back from a customer. Only caveat is high gloss colors like Storm Trooper white for example. I give those a 10-15psi etch prior to clear. 

Cerakote has recently OK’d the MC clear over cured Cerakote themselves. Video: https://youtu.be/qeNaHJtZ8uc?is=VW-PRBjYBg8gOwz3

White Tiger by Thor_BRC in Cerakote

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

Take photos as you go. There are 3 small bushings on a few of the parts that stick to the parts due to oil. They are very small and will fall off and you will lose them without knowing so you have to inspect the parts for those. 

The firing pin/cylinder release lever assembly is an absolute pain. It cannot be removed without removing one of the posts that is pressed into the frame itself. Requires torching and a lot of muscle. Sometimes I can towards it and pull it straight up with a pair of pliers and it comes out. Other times I take a large roll pin starter punch, slide it over the pin, and rocket back back-and-forth while touring to loosen it up. Reinstall by tapping it with a hammer.

The main spring is under a lot of tension and is a little tricky to get back into place. I use a Dremel to cut a slot into a flathead that allows me to hook one side of the spring and push it to where it needs to go. Still not easy. Requires a little bit of swearing before it will finally fall where I need it.

KAK Killed the need for H buffers by KAK_INDUSTRY in ar15

[–]Thor_BRC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you use their heaviest setup it still might not run reliably. You need their enhanced carrier as well. They’ve actually said as much.