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Piston conversion
So hopefully I should be getting my Rock River kit sometime in the near future, and I'm thinking about doing a piston conversion. I've searched on here, but haven't found much about it. What is the general consensus on doing a conversion? What brand of conversion kits are better, and which ones should I stay away from?
Can't speak to any other conversion than the PWS and it kicks much ass. This isn't a must have conversion to the AR platform, but it is a solid evolution. I went as far as going with the PWS FSC556 break as well as a good rail system and just had it all done at once by Rainer Arms.
Have to admit, it's the AR that's getting shot a lot more than the DGI AR's these days.
Yup, what he said. I just build a midlength gas rifle and when I shoot it, it shoots great, but I find myself wishing for my PWS instead.Originally Posted by BadShot
I already have an idea for a gas tube filter. I am going to be rich.
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Ok. Not to hijack this thread, but are there any advantages to Direct Gas Impingement systems over a piston type? My only guess is simplicity. Fewer moving parts....
True in-line operation. Piston applies force to the top of the bolt carrier, which in some instances has led to carrier tilt and wear on the upper and/or buffer tube, while DI acts directly on the centerline of the bolt/carrier combination.
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LWRC is highly recommended http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Vg5wEKN26w
Adam Arms are high up there too.. http://www.adamsarms.net/
My personal favorite is... PWS http://primaryweapons.com/store/pc/home.asp
You should have bought the lower and purchase the piston upper that comes w/ the rail system. As most hand guard rails won't fit.
I'm running a Adams Arms Kit. I would look at a CMMG kit as well.
Make sure you get everything aligned or you may get a little binding. I had that issue with mine, but it was easy to fix.
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Most manufacturers (of the piston conversion sets) list what rails are compatible and the major of the better ones (LaRue, Daniel Defense, Troy) work just fine without modification.
If you're just planning on a conversion, PWS is well respected. I believe, but could be mistaken, that LWRC will do a conversion.
Adams Arms has a list of HG that work work with modification or won't work at all. I am using the DD 9.5 FSP.
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