My plans with some questions, need some advice.

[Coots]

Updated list 3-6-11
Items with a ** indicate items already purchased.

**Scope: Nikon Prostaff 4x12-40mm
$164.99
Nikon Prostaff Rifle Scope 4-12x 40mm Mil-Dot Reticle Matte - MidwayUSA

**Rings: Burris 1" Extreme Tactical
$49.99
Burris 1" Xtreme Tactical Picatinny-Style Rings Matte Extra-High - MidwayUSA

**Scopecoat 14"x 52mm model.
$16.79
Scopecoat Scope Cover 14" x 52mm Black - MidwayUSA

BUIS:
Magpul MBUS
Taking Suggestions

Bi-pod: UTG Low Profile
$25.18
Amazon.com: UTG Low-Profile Deluxe Universal Picatinny & Swivel-Stud Bipod: Sports & Outdoors

Grip: Magpul MOE Drop-in
$21.77
Amazon.com: Magpul Moe Drop-In Pistol Grip for .223/M-16 - Black: Sports & Outdoors

Foregrip: Magpul AFG
$34.95
Amazon.com: Magpul AFG2 Angled Foregrip - Black: Sports & Outdoors

Rail Covers: Magpul XTM Quanity 4
$7.66 each
Amazon.com: New Magpul Industries Xtm Accessory Black Rail Covers Picatinny Mag410-Blk Excellent Performance: Sports & Outdoors

Green Laser:
Primary Arms
$59.99
Primary Arms Green Laser

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The main question I had about any of it is the laser and how to install the switch for it. I'm hoping it'll work with the foregrip easily.

 

[antifederalist22]

A few nice upgrades that are very functional and purposeful...

Magpul MOE grip instead of MIAD--$20 cheaper and the various front/back straps of the MIAD are not necessary unless you have gorilla hands.

Magpul MBUS--during a carbine course, I learned that iron sights are a back-up system that rarely if ever get used. If you break your optic or the battery dies, unless you are needing to engage things past 25yds you can wait to get your optic fixed, so I view MBUS as optional. I also removed my factory irons and only run an optic on my gun.

Instead of the UTG grip, get the Magpul MOE rail version grip--$20 or so and more solid. The folding grips wiggle at the hinge point.

For bipods, unless you plan to do a lot of bench shooting, which a bag or rest would be better, I would avoid adding weight to the rifle, and something you will spend $$ on and remove later.

Cover the rails with Magpul XTM covers or another rail cover or ladder to protect the polymer rail notches from damage/bumping, plus they give you a positive grip on the handguard.

For lasers, I have no input because I don't use them.


Just my two cents..whatever that is worth.

 

[wheelman46]

"Instead of the UTG grip, get the Magpul MOE rail version grip--$20 or so and more solid. The folding grips wiggle at the hinge point."

+1 Or Magpul AFG. Also consider the Magpul PTS BUS-alot cheaper and sound just as functional.

 

[Coots]

So you like this grip:
Amazon.com: MAGPUL MOE GRIP - AR15/M16 MAG415-BLK: Sports & Outdoors

This foregrip:
Amazon.com: Magpul RVG Rail Vertical Grip Black: Sports & Outdoors

And these rail covers?
Amazon.com: New Magpul Industries Xtm Accessory Black Rail Covers Picatinny Mag410-Blk Excellent Performance: Sports & Outdoors

 

[antifederalist22]

"Instead of the UTG grip, get the Magpul MOE rail version grip--$20 or so and more solid. The folding grips wiggle at the hinge point."

+1 Or Magpul AFG. Also consider the Magpul PTS BUS-alot cheaper and sound just as functional.

+1 on AFG, I use it on a couple of my ARs and my 15-22, but the MOE VFG is nice too.

 

[antifederalist22]

Go to Rainier Arms or Bravo Company USA or amazon will work. You will need 4 XTM pkgs to cover the rails if you use the AFG or the MOE VFG.

 

[TwistedCreations]

I use the same bipod and grip your asking about. As for the laser, I purchased this Light/laser combo

But as for the bipod,I think it works very well. I could do without the swivel, but it doesn't really bother me. It is really not that tall, so I really suggest buying the smaller 10 rnd magazines.

As for the foregrip, you will have mixed reviews on here about it. The rail mount is not split in 2 pieces to where it actually "clamps" together. So when you just get it tight, it still wobbles. You need to really crank down and tighten it as much as you can. Mine now does not move at all.

As for the switch, that is all up to you and you wil once again get mixed reviews. I mounted mine on the foregrip, as it works best for me. I then notched out my Magpul rail covers and routed my line through there so it would not be pinched and still give it a clean look.

 

[Coots]

I'm really a fan of the green lasers. Maybe I'll look for a green laser / light combo.

 

[benzy2]

If you google for a while you can find that magpul has two lines of products, one that is made here in the USA that runs full price, and then one that is made in Asia at a small fraction of the cost. Magpul claims the Asia made items are the same quality. Most reports have shown them to be at least similar in terms of quality if not the same as claimed.

And as such, I suggest you go to Wholesale - Buy Products Online from China Wholesalers at Aliexpress.com and search for magpul items. You can get the Asia made versions for pennies on the dollar. The cheapest I saw the MBUS sights was around $8 shipped. The vert grip is around $10. MS2 slings run around $10-$15. Basically anything magpul can be had dirt cheap. Shipping does take a little longer, as it is coming from half way across the world. That site is like ebay. It does show reviews for each seller listed on there so you have a little more confidence in buying direct from China. For the money it seems like a heck of a deal.

 

[bulldozerd8t]

I am using the utg fore grip non pivoting, the utg bipod that you mention and Ncstar green laser and light. Every thing is removable without wrenches except the green laser. Can take bi-pod off in less than 30 seconds.

 

[bulldozerd8t]

By the way what scope did you settle for?

 

[Coots]

Very nice setup you've got going on there.

I'm going to go with a traditional scope. I think it's going to be what best suits my need.

Primary Arms
Primary Arms 3-9x40 Scope

Although I haven't decided figured out which mount to buy from them that will co-witness the sights properly

 

[NamibianAmphibian]

And as such, I suggest you go to Wholesale - Buy Products Online from China Wholesalers at Aliexpress.com and search for magpul items. You can get the Asia made versions for pennies on the dollar.

What's the scoop on this site? There are a lot of cheap knockoffs there. Is it like ebay where you need to be mindful of the seller's track record? A lot of cheap stuff is from sellers with little or no feedback.

Is there any recourse thru PayPal if your stuff never shows up?

 

[bulldozerd8t]

Very nice setup you've got going on there.

I'm going to go with a traditional scope. I think it's going to be what best suits my need.

Primary Arms
Primary Arms 3-9x40 Scope

Although I haven't decided figured out which mount to buy from them that will co-witness the sights properly

Nice looking scope, can't help on the mounts, I took my iron sites off never thought of co-witnessing. I'm mainly a scope shooter and lately I have been buying more powerful scopes, maybe because I'm getting older and my eyes need more power, ha ha Good luck with your mounts.

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

Very nice setup you've got going on there.

I'm going to go with a traditional scope. I think it's going to be what best suits my need.

Primary Arms
Primary Arms 3-9x40 Scope

Although I haven't decided figured out which mount to buy from them that will co-witness the sights properly

The mount that is shown with the scope will be the proper height for an AR platform/15-22. You won't be able to co-witness with a magnified scope and sights.

The scope is a conventional 3-9x but it is illuminated. The glass on dime store illuminated optics will be noticeably darker than a non illuminated scope. Unless you just gotta have something that lights up you will get a brighter scope with just a regular 3-9x.

 

[Coots]

The mount that is shown with the scope will be the proper height for an AR platform/15-22. You won't be able to co-witness with a magnified scope and sights.

The scope is a conventional 3-9x but it is illuminated. The glass on dime store illuminated optics will be noticeably darker than a non illuminated scope. Unless you just gotta have something that lights up you will get a brighter scope with just a regular 3-9x.

Thanks for the tips. I live pretty close to Chattanooga, assuming that's where you're at by your name. Probably about 30-40 minutes away I guess.

Do you have any suggestions for non-illuminated ones in the $100-150 price range that are worth having? One that will look decent on the rifle as well.

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

Thanks for the tips. I live pretty close to Chattanooga, assuming that's where you're at by your name. Probably about 30-40 minutes away I guess.
Do you have any suggestions for non-illuminated ones in the $100-150 price range that are worth having? One that will look decent on the rifle as well.

Hey neighbor! The PA you linked is a decent scope. There are millions of decent scopes under $150. Go to Academy (they have a bunch of scopes tied to cords on display), Sportsman WH and Dicks SG... and find ones that looks good to your eyes. Sportsman WH has ARs in the rack with Magpul and Hogue grips, pick em up and see what feels best to you. I bet you'll like the Hogue. GT Distributors in Rossville, GA is black rifle heaven.
I'm a member of the Chattanooga Rifle Club. If you want to go shooting some time send me a PM.

 

[Fapp3R]

Not trying to hi-jack your thread or anything, but i would love to here more about the green lasers that you're looking to get as well, i'm in the market for one, and i'm completely oblivious, i found this one

http://www.aliexpress.com/product-fm/343954430-NEW-2-in-1-High-power-Green-Laser-Pointer-adjustable-star-burn-matches-pop-balloon-1000mw-wholesalers.html

It has a pulsating light as well as a solid beam, and from reading it, it is super bright.

 

[ChattanoogaPhil]

I have a Laserlyte K15. It's a bit pricey but I don't think it is any brighter than cheaper ones. Belt_fed has a Viridian (even more pricey) it is brighter than the K15 when we compared the two side by side during the middle of the day bright sunshine.

 

[Fapp3R]

I have a Laserlyte K15. It's a bit pricey but I don't think it is any brighter than cheaper ones. Belt_fed has a Viridian (even more pricey) it is brighter than the K15 when we compared the two side by side during the middle of the day bright sunshine.

yeah i've searched the forums and have read older posts, i lke what you have, but it is a little too pricey for me, I want that tactical look, and power, but with out breaking the back, i really dont want to spend more than $100, and that one that i found was more than that.