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    Default Questions on 5.56 AK build, info, sources, etc.

    So I picked up one of the 80% receivers that were for sale here a while back and was wanting to build it in 5.56 either rifle or pistol. No I have not built one before, only owned one or two ak's before and they never stayed long. Thinking in 5.56 it may stay longer. Point is, is there a kit I can purchase in 5.56, I've done some searching but am unclear on what exactly I am looking for. Any input or help would be great. Thanks.

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    You gotta get in touch with our noco members. Last time I ask to build a 5.56 AK, I was forwarded this link: K-VAR.com
    I didn't pursue it further. i am sure others will chime in shortly.
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    Make sure you can find magazines for your .223. I started down the same road and ended up with a Golani. Finding Orlite magazines at a reasonable price was much easier than finding .223 AK magazines.


    Rachel Ray of the AK was a great help in identifying the differences in bolt stem length and which parts would work with which kits.

    Good luck with your build.

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    Rachel Ray can help.I haven't built one yet.It would be the same as building a regular ak-mechanic wise,but it's own set of parts.
    I would suggest looking at the ak specific boards
    http://www.theakforum.net/phpBB3/ They have some realy great builders that can walk you through the .556 build
    Hope that helps some
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    There are adapters to use AR15/M16 mags in 5.56 AK's. I have no idea how well they work.

    For what it's worth.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SAnd View Post
    There are adapters to use AR15/M16 mags in 5.56 AK's. I have no idea how well they work.

    For what it's worth.
    The Poles use them in their Beryls and from what I saw they work rather well.There out there on the market but they cost a small fortune.There are some companies that are reproducing them.
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    I have a few promag .223 AK mags I just picked up since this was in the back of my head, now its moved to the front and I want to move a little on it. Absolutely the wrong time I'm sure but hopefully figure out what I need and keep moving slow on it and try not to pay panic pricing on everything. If thats the case, I'll probably shelf it till things mellow out. (yeah right)

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