Bullpup SKS build, shared experience

[tortirioan]

Hey all, I just got a very pretty SKS today which I want to turn into an "economy" bullpup, something I wouldn't hesitate to pick up and use for self defense or Car work if the need arises. Will be posting pictures of the project as it progresses, Tomorrow am going to get pics taken of the SKS. Then I am going to start the machine work, but this post will outline the mission goals and the materials involved.

Goals:
-Install a Bullpup stock kit for an SKS (I have found two major contenders for this and am not sure which i shall go with just yet)
-Cut the barrel to either 16" or 14.5 (I have not come to a real decision in my mind but will probably go 16)
-Modify the Receiver so that it will accept AK-47 type magazines
-Thread for muzzle Device (Going to use the 14x1 LH)
-Keep the total cost for this project under 1000 dollars.
-kick ass and chew bubble gum until all out of gum, then continue on

That is the plan, not really sure how long this will take with monetary concerns but we shall see what happens.