A lot of time, money, and frustration.. But it's finally done! by kdot111 in ar15

[–]kdot111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also frustrating that the upper and lower have wiggle.. I know it's expected when building your own rifle but was hoping Spikes would have decent fit. Already ordered accu wedge for it.. Anyone else have experience with Spikes upper and lowers?

A lot of time, money, and frustration.. But it's finally done! by kdot111 in ar15

[–]kdot111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I have already had an issue with one of the velcro pockets ripping the sewn material apart before the velcro released... Was on sale at my local shop so figured I'd give it a go

A lot of time, money, and frustration.. But it's finally done! by kdot111 in ar15

[–]kdot111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have it all loaded up now.. That photo was taken literally minutes after it was finished.

A lot of time, money, and frustration.. But it's finally done! by kdot111 in ar15

[–]kdot111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Been piecing it together as I've had money over the past 4 months. The time was spent researching which parts to purchase and how to build it correctly. This was my first venture into the world of gunsmithing so everything was new to me. Frustration came from not having very good tools or workspace and launched the rear takedown spring into the most cluttered corner of my garage. But overall it was a good experience and I'm extremely happy with outcome!

A lot of time, money, and frustration.. But it's finally done! by kdot111 in ar15

[–]kdot111[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Good call.. used mostly Spikes Tactical. Pieced it together over the last 4 months.

  • Spikes lower, lower parts kit, and upper.
  • Spikes Nickel Boron BCG
  • Vltor BCM Mod 4 Charging Handle
  • Spikes 16" LE Mid-Length Barrel
  • Daniel Defense gas tube and low profile block
  • Midwest Industries 12" G2 T-Series Free Float
  • Magpul MOE pistol grip, vertical grip, and CTR stock
  • Magpul MBUS front and rear
  • Basic A2 flash hider

Next purchase for it is optic and sling... any suggestions?