Fairly new to the gun world and was wondering if there was a good site to learn about ar-15's. How they operate, parts, how to build, etc. Or even a good book
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance
Good site to learn about ar-15's
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Right Here..... 
However, I had this linked to me by an upstanding member of the forum and I picked up a few things from it.
http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/library/policy/army/fm/3-22-9/c04.htm#sectionii
However, I had this linked to me by an upstanding member of the forum and I picked up a few things from it.
http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/library/policy/army/fm/3-22-9/c04.htm#sectionii
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M4carbine.net
Below is how I Lube an AR. I usually use any quality grease like:
Miltech grease
Montana extreme grease
Midway house brand gun grease
Most grease is for lube not for protection. So everything gets a light coat of weapons shield or CLP.
Then the grease goes on. I do put a little grease on the buffer spring.
Think I might try this grease next:
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=633453
Below shows how to take the bolt apart, but I would never use the firing pin for a punch.
Also you may never need to remove the extractor.
Pipe cleaners from the hobby shop come in handy to clean small spaces. I like white.
Never put a Q-tip in the gas tube part of the bolt carrier. The head will come off inside.
Make sure the extractor faces the correct way when inserting the bolt in the carrier.
I was taught that the gaps in the gas rings should not be lined up, so I use a tooth pick to stagger them.
I have recently tried some Slip 2000 CLP and like it too as a cleaner and light lube.
For AR's you need the chamber brush. I like the one's that come with their own handle.
This guy has done some lube testing:
For AR's you need the chamber brush. I like the one's that come with their own handle.
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/39...t/397733/cj-weapons-chamber-maid-flex-rod-kit-223-remington-ar-15-8-x-32-thread
I think most problems with AR's come from not using a chamber brush.
Lack of proper lube and cleaning.
Then Mags and ammo.
I've found it takes about 200 rounds before an AR will give it's best groups.
If you don't get very good groups try some different kinds of ammo.
1/9 twist try 55 to 68 grain
1/7 or 1/8 twist try 62 to 77 grain
Otis pull through cleaning kits are excellent. Use the small wire with 22 patches and you will not get one stuck.
I clean and relube every 300 rds or so.
Save this one:
http://8reg.txsg.state.tx.us/Manuals8reg/FM3_22x9_Rifle_Marksmanship_Chan_4.9412913.pdf
You don't need to clean them to death, be reasonable.
Hope this helps.
Miltech grease
Montana extreme grease
Midway house brand gun grease
Most grease is for lube not for protection. So everything gets a light coat of weapons shield or CLP.
Then the grease goes on. I do put a little grease on the buffer spring.
Think I might try this grease next:
http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=633453
Below shows how to take the bolt apart, but I would never use the firing pin for a punch.
Also you may never need to remove the extractor.
Pipe cleaners from the hobby shop come in handy to clean small spaces. I like white.
Never put a Q-tip in the gas tube part of the bolt carrier. The head will come off inside.
Make sure the extractor faces the correct way when inserting the bolt in the carrier.
I was taught that the gaps in the gas rings should not be lined up, so I use a tooth pick to stagger them.
I have recently tried some Slip 2000 CLP and like it too as a cleaner and light lube.
For AR's you need the chamber brush. I like the one's that come with their own handle.
This guy has done some lube testing:
For AR's you need the chamber brush. I like the one's that come with their own handle.
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/39...t/397733/cj-weapons-chamber-maid-flex-rod-kit-223-remington-ar-15-8-x-32-thread
I think most problems with AR's come from not using a chamber brush.
Lack of proper lube and cleaning.
Then Mags and ammo.
I've found it takes about 200 rounds before an AR will give it's best groups.
If you don't get very good groups try some different kinds of ammo.
1/9 twist try 55 to 68 grain
1/7 or 1/8 twist try 62 to 77 grain
Otis pull through cleaning kits are excellent. Use the small wire with 22 patches and you will not get one stuck.
I clean and relube every 300 rds or so.
Save this one:
http://8reg.txsg.state.tx.us/Manuals8reg/FM3_22x9_Rifle_Marksmanship_Chan_4.9412913.pdf
You don't need to clean them to death, be reasonable.
Hope this helps.
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weaponevolution.com has a good number of cut away views on the components of an AR. Plus they are very helpful and informative. Lots of guys from ar15.com and m4carbine.com on there but not as much brand superiority complex in my view.
Most of the staff are either LEO or high volume shooters and testers, so they know there stuff as well.
They have a great T&E section as well.
Most of the staff are either LEO or high volume shooters and testers, so they know there stuff as well.
They have a great T&E section as well.
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