I've said it somewhere in the past... "I'll never own more than one AR rifle."

 

Oops...

 

Once I saw the Spikes Tactical 14.5" with Dynacomp Upper... It was all over from there.

 

I'd like to see what the hardcore AR guys think of my 2nd AR build.

My first didn't go over too well.. and I realized after the fact that my #1 build was on the cheap side of AR builds.

For the record.. it's been reliable as heck. ZERO malfunctions with approx. 500 rounds through her.

(delton complete upper, cmmg lower, ace stock, dpms lpk)

 

Here goes...

 

UPPER:

New in Box Spikes Tactical LE Complete A3 Flattop AR-15 upper - part # STU5015-MBD

Carbine Gas system

Chambered in 5.56mm.

14.5”, chrome-lined, 1:7 twist barrel and extended M4 feed ramps.

Spikes BCG

Pinned Dynacomp muzzle device

Magpul MOE hand guard.

Upper also comes with Spikes ST-T2 heavy buffer.

 

LOWER:

No Lower Receiver yet, but searching for Spikes Spider Lower, with bullet markings (no color)

RRA 2-Stage Match Trigger w/RRA LPK

Magpul MOE Grip

Magpul MOE Buttstock (pinned)

Magpul Enhanced Trigger Guard

Standard CAR Spring, milspec Buffer Tube

Spikes ST-T2 heavy buffer

 

BUIS:

Front A2 site post.

Rear - not sure yet. Magpul BUIS?

 

OPTIC:

Aimpoint PRO =D

I have a Burris MTAC 1-4x scope, with Burris PEPR QD mount.

A bit heavy for my tastes... not sure if I want to use it.

 

 

Any suggestions, comments, drools?

 

Ty.

Try a different buttstock. MOE is decent, but I LOVE the cheek weld with the Magpul STR.

Try a different buttstock. MOE is decent, but I LOVE the cheek weld with the Magpul STR.

 

Thanks Krdshrk.

I purchased the MOE stock, Grip, Trigger guard all together in a bundle deal.

 

Also, not sure how much the STR weighs, but I always have minimum weight in mind.

One of the things I love most about the AR platform is how light it can be built.

Looks like you're leaning towards a CQB type rifle. Nice selections.

I prefer CQB type rifles to have a nice crisp 3.5 LB single stage trigger, RTS side offset sights (DUECK Defense), and a 1.4-4 scope on top. Single Stage LPK can be tweated to give you great crisp trigger with a little stone work, JP 3.5 light springs, and a home grown "after travel" stop. Look at some three gun competition rifles, you'll see what I am refering to. Keep the Magpul handguard add a Magpul AFG, change gas block to same height GB to mount dueck sight to. This gives you best of both worlds on long and short shots

Looks like you're leaning towards a CQB type rifle. Nice selections.

I prefer CQB type rifles to have a nice crisp 3.5 LB single stage trigger, RTS side offset sights (DUECK Defense), and a 1.4-4 scope on top. Single Stage LPK can be tweated to give you great crisp trigger with a little stone work, JP 3.5 light springs, and a home grown "after travel" stop. Look at some three gun competition rifles, you'll see what I am refering to. Keep the Magpul handguard add a Magpul AFG, change gas block to same height GB to mount dueck sight to. This gives you best of both worlds on long and short shots

 

Thanks. It's definitely built as CQB as NJ will legally allow

 

This will be my first 2-stage match trigger, so I'll see whether or not I like.

I'll be able to do a direct comparison with my DPMS 1-stage.

RRA makes a great two stage trigger for the price. It is not the best. But with better (gisselle) comes higher price.

RRA makes a great two stage trigger for the price. It is not the best. But with better (gisselle) comes higher price.

 

Got a great price on the RRA 2-stage, with LPK included.

Good Luck with the build. Have used RRA single and two stage LPKs. I like them.

Thank you.

 

Searching for a lower receiver is killing me. I might need to make a trip to South Jersey, and visit Paul.

Or Jim flynn's truck repair in glen gardner. M-F 9-5 cash only. RRA lowers most times in stock. Cash only. Last known price $144.45 OTD. Call and see if he has them (908) 537-6446

Looking for Spikes lower to match upper.

Looking for Spikes lower to match upper.

 

Where did you find that spikes upper with the dynacomp? I've been looking for one for a few weeks now. Did you get it from the one that was for sale on here?

IMHO if you want to go aftermarket, you should get something better than the RRA trigger. I'd stick with stock for now but install a lower power trigger spring until I can swing for a Geissele or similar.

 

 

Where did you find that spikes upper with the dynacomp? I've been looking for one for a few weeks now. Did you get it from the one that was for sale on here?

 

i missed that one by minutes... so frustrating.

I got mine off one of the auction sites.

 

IMHO if you want to go aftermarket, you should get something better than the RRA trigger. I'd stick with stock for now but install a lower power trigger spring until I can swing for a Geissele or similar.

 

Since i got a good deal, im gonna try out the RRA match trigger.

If i dont like it, you'll see it for sale/trade here

Added my inbound Aimpoint PRO

DT

 

How did that Spikes upper work out? (STU5015-MBD) I was looking into the same one this weekend. Any issues or problems?

 

 

DT

 

How did that Spikes upper work out? (STU5015-MBD) I was looking into the same one this weekend. Any issues or problems?

 

mid length gas system > carbine length gas system

Rtsp has spikes lowers in stock was just there Friday. Was really looking at getting the zombie one

Rtsp has spikes lowers in stock was just there Friday. Was really looking at getting the zombie one

 

I know it was a few weeks ago but do you remember the price on them?

Just saw this. Like 120. Got my stag at heritage for 100

If your still looking for a trigger try this one out. This is made by the wife of the guy who owns Geissele. I put one in my spikes lower and I really like it. If you have never been to Joeboboutfitters you will like the website they have good prices and they ship fast.

 

http://www.joeboboutfitters.com/ALG_Defense_Combat_Trigger_ACT_Tuned_By_Geissele_p/alg-act.htm