wojo14 Wrote:My rifle is a stock AA hunter 19.5 barrel with an AA target triger.
I want to get a free float installed before the class!
What is a good free float fore end to slap on to replace the one I have on there?
wojo14 Wrote:I guess right now, I just want to put a smooth tube and leave the gas block on it. I just want to take the original off and throw on a new one.?
I just want to be able to put a bipod on it!
Since your current rifle is the AA Hunter with standard military-type handguards, it would be relatively easy to install a Daniel Defense Omega quad rail. The upper wouldn't have to be dismantled, as only the handguards would need to be removed. Gas block, barrel nut, everything else stays in place. Here's a link to the item (you'll need rifle-length):
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/2684133...inum-black
If you're dead-set on a round handguard, it's very likely that you'll have to dismantle the upper, as this style of handguard might require a different barrel nut. Even if it did use the same nut, the round handguard probably wouldn't slide over your existing gas block, so that, and any muzzle device, would have to also be removed.
If you have the experience and the right tools, receiver block, vise, etc, select what you want and proceed.
Otherwise, since time is of the essence, I suggest something like the "drop-in" 2-piece DD Omega mentioned above. I think Troy, and perhaps others, offer similar products.
For the drop-in style, a handguard removal tool is perhaps the only additional item you might need:
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/610165/...r-15-steel
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