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Need this ASAP! Pin for my magazine latch....matches part number 37 in the diagram linked below. Thank you! http://www.schiessen-erzgebirge.de/...nts/ak47ddr.gif

your setup looks good! but i'd strongly encourage you to do the conversion...i am very mechanically disinclined and i did it in 3 hours with a buddy who had a shop available...pm me for pictures!

That is some crazy law.. Crazy law...yes...but you can reload! the law says that the magazine is considered "fixed" if it takes a tool to remove it...and the law specifies that the tip of a bullet or cartridge is considered a tool. I take mine to a local range and no one raises an eyebrow...and I am in No. California! enjoy the conversion, the trigger and balance improvement is amazing!

Sorry to admit it, but for now I am in KKKKKKalifornia...only for now...so you can skip the explanation, or read on... In this "state" you can't hvae more than 10 rounds in your mag (there are some exceptions, but let's just stick wtih the basics) If your rifle has any "evil" features (pistol grip, flash suppressor, folding or collapsible stock, fore grip, etc) it is considered an illegal assault weapon...unless the magazine is "fixed" the law says the mag is fixed if it takes a tool to remove it in order to reload...and the law specifies that a bullet or the tip of a bullet is a tool.

I cant wait to see your pics...you could also pm me with specific build info...I have a friend who is a great fabricator, and you hit right on one of my concerns...having to crank down on the retainer to get it to hold...thanks for your help!!!!!

Thanks! Feels great and looks great, too! I can't wait to move out of CA so I can get rid of the maglock (and bullet button) and also get rid of the 10 round fake galil magazine...still, I'm happy with it. Anyone thinking about converting, just do it...I did it in 4 hours and I have only basic skills. Anyone who can change their oil, add RAM to their computer or do any basic mechanical work can handle it!

finally got to take my Saiga to the range. Functioned perfectly. Very happy with the conversion...the trigger is such an amazing improvment and it compliments the improved balance, handling, etc....!!!!!

Holy crap...I got a picture posted!

thanks...very reassuring answer! I'm extremely happy with the conversion...piece of cake, and I'm no gunsmith! Where do I post info on conversions to try to tell people who haven't taken the plunge that they have nothing to worry about???? thanks again for the info!

Did conversion this weekend. Went well...but.... Bolt seems to hang up if I pull back charging handle and ease it forward (like when I want to catch it on BHO)...is it hanging on hammer? Does hammer need to be beveled like on original? If I charge it and release it, it slams home and strips round just fine...only hangs when I ease it forward... Thanks! FOR THE LOVE OF GOD...SOMEONE POINT ME TO A LINK ON ADDING PHOTOS!!!! I JUST CAN'T SEEM TO DO IT! STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS...PLEASE!!!!!1

thanks for the help with the photo...i'm flailing with getting the photos into the post...

Got together today with a friend who is a great mechanic and fabricator. 4 hours later (I had to run off for an hour and do "family" stuff), my Saiga 223 was converted...just a couple of small tweaks needed. Still need to: [*]Install the FCG retaining plate I ordered today (I'm re-using the spring right now and it's held in place by a drilled out pin), [*]Get out and shoot the gun to be sure it's functioning properly, [*]Paint the bottom of the receiver, [*]Install a Galil style front handguard, [*]Paint all plastic parts with Krylon Fusion and bake it on. I won't rehash the

Got together today with a friend who is a great mechanic and fabricator. 4 hours later (I had to run off for an hour and do "family" stuff), my Saiga 223 was converted...just a couple of small tweaks needed. Still need to: Install the FCG retaining plate I ordered today (I'm re-using the spring right now and it's held in place by a drilled out pin), Get out and shoot the gun to be sure it's functioning properly, Paint the bottom of the receiver, Install a Galil style front handguard, Paint all plastic parts with Krylon Fusion and bake it on. I won't rehash the basics of a convers

I don't have the huevos to start drilling and grinding on a new gun yet. But, being in CA, I want to get as close to a tactical look as possible. So, I will install a bullet button and then hopefull buy, from one of you great sellers, a Tapco (or similar) stock with pistol grip. if you can help me, I'd really appreciate it! Thanks much

Nice work...and you are 100% right. The manual is pretty poor, so I rely on people like you all who have actual experience to help me out. Thanks for the great visual!

You guys rock! I followed the advice and (after removing the bolt carrier!), was able to remove both the forend and the gas tube...I used a soft wood block and tapped gently until the forend moved forward. Then spent some time playing with the gas tube until I found the sweet spot. Everything went back together easily and now I have the confidence of knowing what it takes to do the job. Thanks for your patience!

First, yes I have removed the bolt carrier...and I don't blame you for asking! Second, yes I have removed both the rear screw and the screw holding the forward sling mount. I appreciate you following up and asking.

thanks for the advice...i'll give it a try as soon as i get done with the chores! Also, I'll let you know what progress I make. I'm also considering drilling some ventilation holes in the forend to improve cooling and give it a little bit of a custom look.....

I am failing at the 10% rule (you must be 10% smarter than the object you are attempting to operate)... 1. I have removed the screw that retains the fore grip...and it still wont budge... 2. I have moved the gas tube lever to the vertical position...and the gas tube wont' budge.... Any patient assistance and guidance is appreciated...and if it makes you feel better to bag on my lack of experience, please feel free. I deserve it! Thank you!

thanks for the quick reply. So, I guess the "stickies" are the "important topics"... I appreciate the guidance.

First, I am new to forums and I apologize in advance if I didnt find the topics without help! So, here we go! I just got my first Saiga 223. It looks great and I can't wait to get it out and shoot it. I brought it home and did a basic disassembly to check it out and be sure it was clean and clear, etc. Very simple to clean, as far as I can tell. However, the manual is painful to read, with disjointed, broken English and unclear instructions. Can anyone direct me to a basic manual with pictures for cleaning, disassembly, etc? Secondly, there is a comment in the manual that implies that