Hey All

[NAMVET72]

I am in the process of getting parts ready to build my 223 wylde with Ellison's karma barrel.

I would like help building it without breaking the bank......

Any parts info will be much appreciated:


Thanks,

Clyde

[AFJuvat]

You can build a perfectly functional and accurate rifle without breaking the bank.

Anderson Upper and lower receivers, with parts upper and lower parts will get you as close as possible to a USGI setup without a tax stamp and for less than $200.

I like the stock USGI or the Magpul MOE handguards - Both are inexpensive - <$50.

Then you just need:

Delta ring kit, which is $10 at Midsouth shooters supply
Barrel nut - $5
Front handguard ring - $4
Gas tube - $12
Gas block - varies
Gas block pin $1
Buffer tube (rifle or carbine)
Buffer spring (rifle or carbine)
Buffer (rifle or carbine, various weights)
Buttstock (fixed or collapsible)

Then the front and rear sights you prefer.

[RKP]

Well, it's about time you started that project C lyde !! :D

Take & post some pics as you progress through the build bud. :cool:

[Caleb]

Mike covered pretty much everything in his post.

What length was that barrel?


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[NAMVET72]

16" Thanks for the help


Clyde

[Gatorade]

Do you have the tools? I will assume you have various screwdrivers, needle nose pliers and torx bits but some of the following may not be in your tool box unless you have built an AR before.

Punches
Soft hammer
Vice grips
Ziplock bag
Upper block
Barrel wrench
Torque wrench
Molly grease

[Gatorade]

Here is a link to some build info.

https://www.ar15.com/forums/AR-15/Assemble-your-own-LOWER-UPPER-FREE-FLOAT-TRIGGER-GAS-BLOCK-Step-by-step-instructions-/4-226782/

Keep an eye out for sales and daily deals. I shop PSA a lot because they have good quality parts that tend to be pretty cheap. Just be aware that sometimes they get backed up and may take a longer time shipping but unless you need it immediately they make up for any delays in the price savings.

http://palmettostatearmory.com/moe-lower-build-kit-black.html

http://palmettostatearmory.com/psa-ar-15-lower-safe-fire-1728.html

http://palmettostatearmory.com/palmetto-state-armory-5-56-premium-full-auto-bolt-carrier-group-8779.html

If you want to save a little money and you can wait for a blemished part to become available, they are usually great deal when in stock.

http://palmettostatearmory.com/stripped-blemished-ar-15-upper-receiver.html

[Caleb]

Here is a link to some build info.



https://www.ar15.com/forums/AR-15/Assemble-your-own-LOWER-UPPER-FREE-FLOAT-TRIGGER-GAS-BLOCK-Step-by-step-instructions-/4-226782/



Keep an eye out for sales and daily deals. I shop PSA a lot because they have good quality parts that tend to be pretty cheap. Just be aware that sometimes they get backed up and may take a longer time shipping but unless you need it immediately they make up for any delays in the price savings.



http://palmettostatearmory.com/moe-lower-build-kit-black.html



http://palmettostatearmory.com/psa-ar-15-lower-safe-fire-1728.html



http://palmettostatearmory.com/palmetto-state-armory-5-56-premium-full-auto-bolt-carrier-group-8779.html



If you want to save a little money and you can wait for a blemished part to become available, they are usually great deal when in stock.



http://palmettostatearmory.com/stripped-blemished-ar-15-upper-receiver.html



This^^^^^^

Also, Joe Bob Outfitters and Primary Arms has good sales.

Sign up for email notifications to a couple of known sites that have sales and you will know when an item you are looking for pops up.


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[Caleb]

Clyde..... the question has not been asked and I believe it’s an important one.

What do you plan to use this AR for? Recreation, bench, hunting, home defense? The answer will help in your build because, each type has several setups you can do.


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[pitor]

Well, it's about time you started that project C lyde !! :D

Take & post some pics as you progress through the build bud. :cool:Yes, please do this!Mike covered pretty much everything in his post.

What length was that barrel?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI knew he would... know it all! ROFL

[NAMVET72]

Caleb bench shooting and hunting,

Clyde

[Gatorade]

Caleb bench shooting and hunting,

Clyde

Lots of fun options out there! With the barrel you have a free float hand guard would be nice.

[Gatorade]

http://palmettostatearmory.com/psa-ar-15-lower-safe-fire-1728.html?trk_msg=GPHBLG9MCG2KL8E9AJAFCRS164&trk_contact=N9L55TUGUGRFSTJNVDJBUQNO8S&trk_sid=HKN4MC2M3DQRFM4AVC5V23REAK&utm_source=Listrak&utm_medium=email&utm_term=http%3a%2f%2fpalmettostatearmory.com%2fps a-ar-15-lower-safe-fire-1728.html&utm_campaign=Daily+Deal+Email&utm_content=5%3a00+Email

$39.99 PSA lower.

[Caleb]

Caleb bench shooting and hunting,



Clyde



Ok. Free float barrel for sure then. I prefer M-Lok rails but, you can get good deals on the Keymod rails right now. 16” barrel.......15” rail. It’ll look the best (yes, Style points matter) with a rail that’s almost as long as the barrel. Buy a flash hider, you don’t need an annoying Comp for .223..... your neighbors will thank you. Also, the basic A2 flash hider works just fine and it’s cheap. Get Anderson Manufacturing upper and lower, they are the cheapest high quality upper/lower combo out there. If you want to spend a little more Then, Spikes Tactical. Get a drop in trigger by Geisel or Timney to get your 3”# pull you want. Single or double stage, it’s up to you and what you like. I like two stage for target shooting. Standard lower parts kit will work just fine. You can get fancy and buy the parts separately and get some pretty neat stuff (they do the exact same thing as the standard parts tho). Standard milspec buffer tube, buffer, and spring. A collapsible stock of your choice, Magpul is excellent imho. If you are doing more bench than hunting, I recommend a fixed stock. You can get a Carbine length or rifle length fixed stock to match your LOP (length of pull). I do recommend good glass as big as you can afford. Not being a smartass but, your eyes will need all the help they can get. Also, cheap glass at high magnification is crap. Don’t worry about putting buis on this rifle since it’s not a SD unit.


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[Caleb]

Keep an eye out for deals, this is the time (while we have a pro gun president in office) to buy guns and parts cheap. Here are a few sites I keep my eye on:

http://palmettostatearmory.com/

https://www.joeboboutfitters.com/

https://www.aimsurplus.com/

https://www.midwayusa.com/

https://www.brownells.com/

These are just a few , keep your eyes open for ads. You will find everything you need.


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[NAMVET72]

So what do you all think of this trigger group:

http://www.primaryarms.com/cmc-single-stage-3-3-5lb-curved-trigger-group-small-pin-91501


Clyde

[Caleb]

CMC makes nice triggers, Clyde. That’s a good price as well


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[NAMVET72]

No new update , sorry had left eye operated on and funds went towards operation. Soon as get funds back up to where it belongs will update.


Clyde

[Caleb]

No new update , sorry had left eye operated on and funds went towards operation. Soon as get funds back up to where it belongs will update.





Clyde



Excuses excuses


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[RKP]

Excuses excuses

...... and he just won another karma too :)

[RKP]

Any updates on this build C lyde?

[NAMVET72]

Nope sorry Medical Bills come first,

Clyde

[RKP]

Nope sorry Medical Bills come first,

Understandable C lyde.

[RKP]

Any updates on this build C lyde, damn near been a year. :confused:

[Caleb]

Any updates on this build C lyde, damn near been a year. :confused:



He probably forgot where he put the barrel. [emoji16]


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[RKP]

He probably forgot where he put the barrel. [emoji16]

...... hopefully he still has it !

[RKP]

Well C lyde, I can tell you I took my time gathering up the parts and built a 16" .223 Wylde with quite a bit of help/direction/opinions from C aleb and it turned out great, have approx. 400rds through it now with not one issue, went bang on the first trigger pull and hasn't missed a beat since. Upgraded a few things over a 'basic build' while building this first one, learned a lot along the way and had a ton of fun doing the build. My son and I have been punching the bulls eye out of the targets with it ever since. Finishing up build #2 as we speak.

BTW, thanks again for ALL of your time / texting / help C aleb !! :cool: http://www.cotep.org/forum/images/icons/icon14.gif

[Caleb]

You very welcomed and I’m glad to be of assistance. Builds are addictive, be careful. Lol


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