jvheitz

PMmed..

I finally have my rifle (thanks to Chris at BTS)! Stripped it down last night, looked everything over, and watched some more youtube conversion videos. Winslow is almost 2 hours from me, so I went online to CSS. First looked through their conversion kits. Did not find anything with the wooden stock/grip/etc. listed there, so I guess I am purchasing everything separately. I plan on installing the bullet guide. Watched a few vids, this seems quite simple really. (not in stock, have to wait until 12/21) Also, I guess since I am putting the tapco wood (http://store.carolinashooterssupply.com/servlet/-strse-946/TIMBERSMITH-TAPCO-AK47-WOOD/Detail?sfs=76ccc77e) I will need to: 1. Move the trigger guard 2. Change the gas tube (http://store.carolinashooterssupply.com/servlet/-strse-405/AK47-Saiga-gas-tube/Detail?sfs=76ccc77e) 3. Add Handguard retaining lower bracket (http://store.carolinashooterssupply.com/servlet/-strse-460/Saiga-Lower-Hand-guard/Detail?sfs=76ccc77e) Trigger: 1. Replace the trigger (http://store.carolinashooterssupply.com/servlet/-strse-119/SAIGA-AK-TAPCO-FCG/Detail?sfs=76ccc77e) 2. Install axis pin retaining plate (http://store.carolinashooterssupply.com/servlet/-strse-126/AK47-TAPCO-SAIGA-AXIS/Detail?sfs=7dbd461c) 3. Disconnector spring (http://store.carolinashooterssupply.com/servlet/-strse-166/Tapco-Saiga-Rifle-12/Detail?sfs=52f5da9f) unfortunately a lot of the parts are not in stock at CSS (gas tube, axis pin retaining plate, bullet guide). Am I forgetting something? Also, I am not sure on moving the trigger guard, cant I just replace it with something like this (http://store.carolinashooterssupply.com/servlet/-strse-365/Saiga-Trigger-Guard-DIY/Detail?sfs=2b4bd147)? Thanks for all your help!

Added if you dont work. Right on the invoice received at the end of this year: Dues Charge - $384.00 2011 Work Hours - $180.00 Total amount due: $564.00 You attach your work hour cards to the invoice when you make payment, and deduct $15 for each hour worked. So if you worked 5 hours out of the year you would pay $384 dues + $105 work hours, total $489 I believe if you are over 65 you are exempted from work hours.

OK, so I figured I would get started and order the parts.. Tried to order the below grip/stock/hand guard from cheaper than dirt and got a message: Please Note Because of restrictions imposed by local laws, some of the items in your cart cannot be shipped to your current shipping address. Please remove these items from your cart. WTF?

I have about 500 rounds through it already. Shoots beautiful. Very accurate, minimal recoil. For out of the box, this thing is pretty tight.

I will be there. Alec, I will be shooting my STI if you want to check it out...

+1 for Chris Picked up my STI Trojan yesterday - very happy customer. I walked in with an already extended permit set to expire in 2 days, and he got it in my hands just in time. Will be definitely back to pick up that Saiga. Give me a call when they come in. Thanks Chris!

you can never have enough steel..

paypal sent.. Thanks Harry!

Harry, Put me down for: 4 x 4" - $48 4 x 6" - $80 4 x 8" - $120 Total $248 No holes I can p/u at OBRPC or Sayreville Thanks! James

I thought you could not have a loaded magazine during transport at all?

Thanks for the help. Yeah, looks like you have a bit of experience converting these... Here is my plan so far Add pistol grip, change stock, change hand guard: http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/AKS179-1.html Change FCG: http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/AKS497-6.html I still have not decided on adding the bullet guide or if I will grind down the mag catch.

I am doing the same today, switching from 9 to 45 for the first time. Sprayed and wiped down all of the dies with hornady one shot. Are you using the PTX expander? That is my current setup. I also went with the RCBS lockout die - big win there, you will be happy. I just picked up the powder measure micrometer, should help me dial in the change in loads pretty quickly.

A few months ago, I got the chance to shoot a converted saiga and really enjoyed it. Always wanted an AK, but living in NJ it is crazy confusing... Spoke to a few people and everyone says to pick one up and convert it myself. So I guess this is kicking off my project. I am not even at step 1, since I do not even have the rifle yet, but am ready to pick it up once I find it nearby. So I am sure many on this board have a LOT of experience in this area and can offer some tips/advice - feel free to offer up any info to help an AK noob.