Replacing Stocks on Bulgarian SLR95 AK47
I am getting ready to get rid of the synthetic thumbhole stock on my Bulgarian Arsenal SLR95 milled reciever.
I am planning on replacing the thumbhole and forestocks with a QUALITY very light or medium stained hardwood (no plastics or rose colors).
Anyone out there done this to an SLR95 or Bulgarian milled gun? Would appreciate some advice as to companies that make quality stock sets as well as anything I should be on the watch for to avoid problems.
Also, I must replace 4 parts on the gun with U.S. made parts to make it fit the requirements of federal law. Would like to purchase QUALITY parts to do this also. Anyone recommend which parts I should replace, who sells quality parts, as well as any issues I should watch out for?
Again, quality is a huge issue with me. I would rather pay a few extra bucks and get good stuff. This is a quality gun, it shoots well, is tight and I don't want anything to muck that up!
Thanks in advance my GB brothers and sisters!!
Mateomasfeo
"I am what I am!" - Popeye
I am planning on replacing the thumbhole and forestocks with a QUALITY very light or medium stained hardwood (no plastics or rose colors).
Anyone out there done this to an SLR95 or Bulgarian milled gun? Would appreciate some advice as to companies that make quality stock sets as well as anything I should be on the watch for to avoid problems.
Also, I must replace 4 parts on the gun with U.S. made parts to make it fit the requirements of federal law. Would like to purchase QUALITY parts to do this also. Anyone recommend which parts I should replace, who sells quality parts, as well as any issues I should watch out for?
Again, quality is a huge issue with me. I would rather pay a few extra bucks and get good stuff. This is a quality gun, it shoots well, is tight and I don't want anything to muck that up!
Thanks in advance my GB brothers and sisters!!
Mateomasfeo
"I am what I am!" - Popeye
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Go to ironwooddesigns.com
Walnut or laminated birch
These have to be finished but they are probably the best.
If you replace the stock & handguards. This counts as 3 parts.
Fire control group (trigger, hammer, disconnector) would be 3 more making a total of 6 which I think is enough. Heard good news about Red Star. FCG not hard to change out. Hope this helps.
Good Luck.
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Currently AIM Surplus @800-748-5252 has new American made Walnut stock sets for milled receiver AKs (like the Arsenal) avaialble for $49.95 ITEM #AK-Stock.
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mateomasfeo-
If your SLR95 has the factory muzzel break, there is a very good chance it already has a Gem Tech (US made) hammer, trigger and sear like mine did! The marking on mine was very faint, but I wasn't even looking for it and didn't notice it until I'd already removed it to replace!
If that is the case (US made fire control group is already in it) and you get a full furniture set, handguard, p-grip and stock, you'll be in compliance with a total of 6 compliance parts!.If you really want to do something, you'll find a way ...
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Thanks guys!
Kimber,
Where did gemtech make their marks? Can I see them without removing the FCG?
Thanks for the websites everyone. If anybody else thinks of anything, please feel free to suggest.
Also, Does anyone know how to remove the gas tube?
Mateomasfeo
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www.globaltrades.com is a good place for u.s. compliant parts and ironwood.com has nice laminated stocks for milled receivers
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quote:Originally posted by mateomasfeo
Thanks guys!
Also, Does anyone know how to remove the gas tube?
Mateomasfeo
"I am what I am!" - Popeye
I'd just beat the Hell out of it with a 3lb Drilling hammer....then send it to someone who knows what they're doin'!!...[8D][8D]
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if your talking about the handguard on the gas tube ?? it should just twist off
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Gas tubes have a pin that has been pinged over. Drill the center a bit then drive it out with a hardned punch. Do not use the pin again. I've been told a nail makes a great replacement. Ping it over and file to fit.
My bad, I was refering to the gas piston.
The tube will twist but a padded vise and a large cresent wrench will help. Matter of fact mine wouldn't budge without the tools.0 -
mateomasfeo
With the hammer up, I had to use a bore light and a magnifing glass ... but it can be seen! its printed (raised, not stamped) on the left side of the hammer (left as the rifle is shouldered) mine says:
GTEC
G2
It may make a difference too, that the original import name: (D.I.G. VA. D.C.I. VA.)has a line through it and above that, its stamped "Intrac Knox, TN."
I went with the original black plastic Bulgarian stock and US made pistol grip, also available from Global Trades ... and I used an ultimak US made front handguard sent to complete my US parts count so I could stick with the original Bulgarian Waffel mags ... which for some reason isn't what I've got pictured.If you really want to do something, you'll find a way ...
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Thanks guys! Right on about the gas tube. Will get a light & magnifier and attempt to see the hammer markings...
KIMBER, how do you like the ultimak?
Mateomasfeo
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Matt.. I of course was screwing around. I'll delete both my posts in a minute so the thread isn't locked just cause I was bored1111
Love them Pre-64's!!!!-Bob0
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