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New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-01-2020

So I havd a Areo precision M4E1 lower which will be shot mostly suppressed. 12.5 Alexander Arms barrel. Just ordered Geissele super 42 with H-2 buffer. What would you guys go with for the upper and rail also bcg?


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - Bigs28 - 06-01-2020

Bootleg adjustable bolt carrier unless you have an adjustable gas block already


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-01-2020

I don’t but was going to get one. That was coming next question wise lol. Thank for you reply


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - A5BLASTER - 06-01-2020

Aero upper and aero atlas s-one mlok handguard in the length of your choosing.

Wojetck adjustable gas block.

Cheapest bcg you can get and add the bolt for the grendel from Alexander arms.

BUT the fourm owner has some new 3 prong flash hider coming soon that can be installed and a 750 profile gas block will slip over them. Nice touch for when building and trouble shooting things.


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-01-2020

So I was thinking and I’m on a waiting list for the enhanced Areo upper receiver rail set. Is the Atlas a better choice? And in your opinion there’s no need in a nickel boron bcg from like Toolcraft?https://www.aeroprecisionusa.com/m4e1-upper-quantum-handguard-combo-set


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-01-2020

By the way thank you


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-02-2020

So is the Atlas better than their Enhanced Upper Receiver/Quantum Handguard Combo? If so I’m on it. Thank you for your time
A5BLASTER Wrote:Aero upper and aero atlas s-one mlok handguard in the length of your choosing.

Wojetck adjustable gas block.

Cheapest bcg you can get and add the bolt for the grendel from Alexander arms.

BUT the fourm owner has some new 3 prong flash hider coming soon that can be installed and a 750 profile gas block will slip over them. Nice touch for when building and trouble shooting things.



New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - A5BLASTER - 06-02-2020

BCG Wrote:So is the Atlas better than their Enhanced Upper Receiver/Quantum Handguard Combo? If so I’m on it. Thank you for your time

Can't say never used the other handguard. I checked them both out and liked the looks and profile of the atlas s-one more, it fits my hands very well yet still wide enough to get a adjustable gas block under it.

I also much prefer the barrel nut system and the way the handguard attaches to the barrel nut over the other system they use.

One thing I should point out about the atlas s-one is the front few inches is made for the gas block to fit under. The rest of the handguard is too small for a gas block to fit.

So you have to match your handguard length to your gas length. I'm useing a 7 and 9 inch on my two short grendels, both have carbine length gas systems.

The 7 inch falls right behind the gas block ( how I like it) and the 9 inch covers the gas block.

Have a 12 inch on a mid length gas set up wildcat upper and the handguard covers it's gas block as well.

I have found that the high dollar slr gas blocks have the most clearance but my cheap wojetck gas blocks also fit without touching. All I use is adjustable gas, so if your going with a standard gas block it should have a bit more clearance.


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - A5BLASTER - 06-02-2020

BCG Wrote:So I was thinking and I’m on a waiting list for the enhanced Areo upper receiver rail set. Is the Atlas a better choice? And in your opinion there’s no need in a nickel boron bcg from like Toolcraft?https://www.aeroprecisionusa.com/m4e1-upper-quantum-handguard-combo-set

I have a NB bcg and to be honest it feels more slippery and it's easier to clean but I don't really feel it was worth the cost.

Now of righttobeararms made their lowmass bcg in NB I would be all over that.


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-02-2020

A5BLASTER Wrote:Can't say never used the other handguard. I checked them both out and liked the looks and profile of the atlas s-one more, it fits my hands very well yet still wide enough to get a adjustable gas block under it.

I also much prefer the barrel nut system and the way the handguard attaches to the barrel nut over the other system they use.

One thing I should point out about the atlas s-one is the front few inches is made for the gas block to fit under. The rest of the handguard is too small for a gas block to fit.

So you have to match your handguard length to your gas length. I'm useing a 7 and 9 inch on my two short grendels, both have carbine length gas systems.

The 7 inch falls right behind the gas block ( how I like it) and the 9 inch covers the gas block.

Have a 12 inch on a mid length gas set up wildcat upper and the handguard covers it's gas block as well.

I have found that the high dollar slr gas blocks have the most clearance but my cheap wojetck gas blocks also fit without touching. All I use is adjustable gas, so if your going with a standard gas block it should have a bit more clearance.
thanks again for the reply. I will go with the Atlas when they come back in stock. I definitely want an adjustable gas block even though I’ve never used one yet.
So do you know what size handgraurd I need So it will fall in behind the gas block?


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - A5BLASTER - 06-02-2020

BCG Wrote:thanks again for the reply. I will go with the Atlas when they come back in stock. I definitely want an adjustable gas block even though I’ve never used one yet.
So do you know what size handgraurd I need So it will fall in behind the gas block?

What's your gas length?

As stated in my last reply a 7 inch falls behind the gas block on a carbine length gas system and a 9 inch falls over the gas block on a carbine gas length system.

The 12 inch will cover the gas block on a mid length gas system.


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-02-2020

I’m sorry I guess I really don’t know anything about the gas systems. I’ve mostly bought built upper or K&M have sold me parts but they assemble my other uppers. I’m pretty green I guess I need to read more
A5BLASTER Wrote:What's your gas length?

As stated in my last reply a 7 inch falls behind the gas block on a carbine length gas system and a 9 inch falls over the gas block on a carbine gas length system.

The 12 inch will cover the gas block on a mid length gas system.



New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - Bigs28 - 06-02-2020

http://www.shopalexanderarms.com/DIY_Parts_Components-6_5_Grendel_11_Barrel_1.html

Gas port is at carbine length


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-02-2020

Ok I see now thank you and yes that is my barrel Thanks for your reply.
Bigs28 Wrote:http://www.shopalexanderarms.com/DIY_Parts_Components-6_5_Grendel_11_Barrel_1.html

Gas port is at carbine length



New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-05-2020

Bigs28 Wrote:Bootleg adjustable bolt carrier unless you have an adjustable gas block already
can I swap the bolt out so it will match my barrel?


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - Bigs28 - 06-05-2020

Yes you can put a 6.5g bolt in the bolt carrier


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-05-2020

Bigs28 Wrote:Yes you can put a 6.5g bolt in the bolt carrier
Thank you


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-08-2020

What is the longest handguard I can order with a 11,5” barrel


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - BCG - 06-08-2020

I ordered a 9” but was wondering if I could go 12” it would be way more room for light and lazar


New build 11.5 Alexander arms barrel - js8588 - 06-08-2020

BCG Wrote:What is the longest handguard I can order with a 11,5” barrel

https://blackwolfsupply.com/product/midwest-industries-combat-rail-11-5-inch-one-piece-free-float-handguard-m-lok-compatible-mi-crm11-5/