mickey01023 0 Posted January 11, 2010 Report Share Posted January 11, 2010 Hello I'm new to the site and I have some questions I'm hoping I can get answered here! I was at the range a few months ago to shoot my Saiga 7.62/39 rifle. It was stock at the time. I was firing from the hip and all of sudden the handguard came off. I looked at it and the screw was missing, their wasn't any damage to the gun. I couldn't find the screw on the ground, so what I did was I took the screw from the top swivel and I have been using that. But it doesn't screw down all the way because it is longer and sticks out. I emailed and called Saiga twice to try and get a replacement screw/screws but I haven't gotten through to anyone. My question is can someone point me in the right direction to buy some or does someone have spare ones they would be willing sell? Is their another screw that would get the job down. I have the Saiga where you the mount is the left side of the gun, I bought the attachment rail and now I'm looking for optics. I don't know much about optics at all let alone ak-47s. I'm looking spend around 100 on optics, just something simple. I'm not really looking for like a classic hunting rifle scope. I'm also looking for a simple bipod, my barrel is shorter so I have about 2 half - 3 inches of barrel. I've been using Rem oil to lube the gun with, the oil is way to lite it seems. What would be a good oil to use on the gun? Thanks for anyone who can give me a hand, I had something else to ask but I forget lol If you do know of some things that I would be interested in could you please include some links, that would be a great help. Right now the handguard screws are on the top of the list of importance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
saigafreake 27 Posted January 11, 2010 Report Share Posted January 11, 2010 i would take the handguard to the hardware store and find a bolt that fits. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mickey01023 0 Posted January 11, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2010 i would take the handguard to the hardware store and find a bolt that fits. I tried and found nothing. I'm willing to pay 10 bucks for one Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lone Star Arms 2,047 Posted January 11, 2010 Report Share Posted January 11, 2010 (edited) i would take the handguard to the hardware store and find a bolt that fits. I tried and found nothing. I'm willing to pay 10 bucks for one Your Saiga hand guard wasn't built to withstand bump fire. If you have stripped the threads, you may need to drill and tap for a slightly larger diameter screw. I prefer a torque bolt with blue thread locker, but you can use whatever you want. If the threads are still intact, find a fastener website, and order a couple of every size you think might work. In either case, you're best bet is to use thread locker to secure the hand guard. Good luck. WS Edited January 11, 2010 by WaffenSchmied Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Azrial 1,091 Posted January 11, 2010 Report Share Posted January 11, 2010 Errr, have you considered emailing Tapco and getting them to send you the correct screw? They are well know for having excellent customer service! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
seanie 6 Posted January 12, 2010 Report Share Posted January 12, 2010 PM sent about giving you mine for free. Keep your cash, or donate the $10 to the forum. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chevyman097 2,579 Posted January 12, 2010 Report Share Posted January 12, 2010 I dont know if you are using tapco but somone mentioned it. I jus wanted to throw out there that I would not suggest bump fire with a tapco forend. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mickey01023 0 Posted January 12, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2010 I wasn't bump firing because my rifle isn't converted yet. I was basically holding it at the hip and pulling trigger as fast as I could. I had a couple buddies look at my rifle and the "studder" my trigger has is like triple compared to a converted on how many pounds it takes. The threads are fine. Hey Waffen what's a good website that sells those? Azrial, I don't think that Tapco is suppose to send you one. I bought one a handguard that was about the same size as the saiga stock one only with rails and it did not have one. I just recieved a Galil handguard from tapco in the mail and their wasn't one in there either. Why can't you bump with a tapco? What handguard would you suggest to bump fire with when I get mine converted? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chevyman097 2,579 Posted January 13, 2010 Report Share Posted January 13, 2010 (edited) I wasn't bump firing because my rifle isn't converted yet. I was basically holding it at the hip and pulling trigger as fast as I could. I had a couple buddies look at my rifle and the "studder" my trigger has is like triple compared to a converted on how many pounds it takes. The threads are fine. Hey Waffen what's a good website that sells those? Azrial, I don't think that Tapco is suppose to send you one. I bought one a handguard that was about the same size as the saiga stock one only with rails and it did not have one. I just recieved a Galil handguard from tapco in the mail and their wasn't one in there either. Why can't you bump with a tapco? What handguard would you suggest to bump fire with when I get mine converted? I have not used the galil tapco it may be more resilient. I used the tapco intrafuse tri rail handgaurd and it simply cannot handle the heat from rapid fire. Ill find my post and link it. here it is, some good pics of it. http://forum.saiga-12.com/index.php?showtopic=48783 Needless to say if you use this handgaurd and you like to treat your Ak like it was ment to be treated you better get ready for alot of calls to tapco. Was a mess to clean up to, took the finish off the barrel and I still didnt get it all off. I hope you have better luck with the galil style, I think you will. As it wont be in direct contact with as much heat. Edited January 13, 2010 by chevyman097 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mav 459 Posted January 13, 2010 Report Share Posted January 13, 2010 As for your Rem Oil question, It is a great product, there is no need to look for something else, even though it may seem to light to you, Rem Oil has teflon, which basically leaves a layer of lube on everything even when the oil is dried. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Digger44 0 Posted January 13, 2010 Report Share Posted January 13, 2010 As for your Rem Oil question, It is a great product, there is no need to look for something else, even though it may seem to light to you, Rem Oil has teflon, which basically leaves a layer of lube on everything even when the oil is dried. I have always found it to evaporate much more quickly that Hoppes#9. I believe Rem has a higher water content. That is why it is so thin. I stick with Hoppes and believe its the best on the market. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mav 459 Posted January 13, 2010 Report Share Posted January 13, 2010 As for your Rem Oil question, It is a great product, there is no need to look for something else, even though it may seem to light to you, Rem Oil has teflon, which basically leaves a layer of lube on everything even when the oil is dried. I have always found it to evaporate much more quickly that Hoppes#9. I believe Rem has a higher water content. That is why it is so thin. I stick with Hoppes and believe its the best on the market. Yes, but as I said, the teflon leaves a layer of protection after the oil is gone. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mickey01023 0 Posted January 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2010 As for your Rem Oil question, It is a great product, there is no need to look for something else, even though it may seem to light to you, Rem Oil has teflon, which basically leaves a layer of lube on everything even when the oil is dried. I have always found it to evaporate much more quickly that Hoppes#9. I believe Rem has a higher water content. That is why it is so thin. I stick with Hoppes and believe its the best on the market. I've never used the Hoppes on anything, hows the smell? I can't stand the smell of the hoppes cleaner. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mickey01023 0 Posted January 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2010 Can anyone give me a hand with the optics and bipod? I was looking some of this stuff. http://www.amazon.com/TACTICAL-BIPOD-AUTOMATIC-INNER-GRIP/dp/B000GTAO6K/ref=pd_cart_recs_2 http://www.amazon.com/BARSKA-1x30-Electro-Sight-Riflescope/dp/B001JJCHUM/ref=pd_sim_sg_3 http://www.amazon.com/NcSTAR-Sight-TACTICAL-DIFFERENT-RETICLES/dp/B001COQOZI/ref=pd_sim_sg_5 http://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Tactical-Elite-Green-Riflescope/dp/B0019SS8CE/ref=pd_sbs_sg_17 http://www.amazon.com/BARSKA-Tactical-Sight-Rifle-Scope/dp/B001TH4PKY/ref=pd_sbs_sg_55 http://www.amazon.com/TruGlo-Dual-Color-Red-Sight/dp/B001EYFK1U/ref=pd_sbs_sg_56 Like I said I don't know much about these at all. So right now I'm just guessing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Frankyoz 15 Posted January 14, 2010 Report Share Posted January 14, 2010 I use CLp and rem oil its good stuff no problems here. I dont think you will have a problem with the Galil hanguard it has a heat sheild in it which the intrafusion for the Saiga does not. A option for the bolt is locktite and find one at the hardware store that fits your threads and cut the extra length off. For optics are you wanting a red dot or a variable scope or a fixed scope, also where do you plan on mounting it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chevyman097 2,579 Posted January 14, 2010 Report Share Posted January 14, 2010 (edited) Can anyone give me a hand with the optics and bipod? I was looking some of this stuff. http://www.amazon.co...=pd_cart_recs_2 http://www.amazon.co...ref=pd_sim_sg_3 http://www.amazon.co...ref=pd_sim_sg_5 http://www.amazon.co...ef=pd_sbs_sg_17 http://www.amazon.co...ef=pd_sbs_sg_55 http://www.amazon.co...ef=pd_sbs_sg_56 Like I said I don't know much about these at all. So right now I'm just guessing. Dont buy the the grip with the bipod you linked. ITs el cheapo, get a gripod they will cost you about 50-60 bucks maybe more but its well worth it! better quality and warranty. The cheapo will break its ment for airsoft. ill pm you the item number and seller I got mine from. And actually I have to give credit to Gregm on that one he directed me to them as well. Edited January 14, 2010 by chevyman097 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Digger44 0 Posted January 14, 2010 Report Share Posted January 14, 2010 As for your Rem Oil question, It is a great product, there is no need to look for something else, even though it may seem to light to you, Rem Oil has teflon, which basically leaves a layer of lube on everything even when the oil is dried. I have always found it to evaporate much more quickly that Hoppes#9. I believe Rem has a higher water content. That is why it is so thin. I stick with Hoppes and believe its the best on the market. I've never used the Hoppes on anything, hows the smell? I can't stand the smell of the hoppes cleaner. Lol I know what you mean, but the oil isn't related. It has virtually no smell. It is thick and has a slight tint to it. It doesn't evaporate quickly. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Digger44 0 Posted January 14, 2010 Report Share Posted January 14, 2010 Can anyone give me a hand with the optics and bipod? I was looking some of this stuff. http://www.amazon.co...=pd_cart_recs_2 http://www.amazon.co...ref=pd_sim_sg_3 http://www.amazon.co...ref=pd_sim_sg_5 http://www.amazon.co...ef=pd_sbs_sg_17 http://www.amazon.co...ef=pd_sbs_sg_55 http://www.amazon.co...ef=pd_sbs_sg_56 Like I said I don't know much about these at all. So right now I'm just guessing. Dont buy the the grip with the bipod you linked. ITs el cheapo, get a gripod they will cost you about 50-60 bucks maybe more but its well worth it! better quality and warranty. The cheapo will break its ment for airsoft. ill pm you the item number and seller I got mine from. And actually I have to give credit to Gregm on that one he directed me to them as well. To the OP: Trust the "King of Melt". He would know and has the pics to prove it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimdigriz 580 Posted January 14, 2010 Report Share Posted January 14, 2010 I've been using Rem oil to lube the gun with, the oil is way to lite it seems. What would be a good oil to use on the gun? Jim Fuller of Rifle Dynamics says Lithium Grease is the best all around lube for AKs. I will use it for the few parts he said need lubricating, and a light covering of Rem oil to protect the metal on the rest of the gun from rust. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mickey01023 0 Posted January 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2010 I think this is the kind of scope I want for it... http://www.amazon.com/BARSKA-1x30-Electro-Sight-Riflescope/dp/B001JJCHUM/ref=pd_sim_sg_3 I like the cross hairs on it, is it something decent or is their better stuff out there in the price range? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rockina 60 Posted January 15, 2010 Report Share Posted January 15, 2010 (edited) I think this is the kind of scope I want for it... http://www.amazon.com/BARSKA-1x30-Electro-Sight-Riflescope/dp/B001JJCHUM/ref=pd_sim_sg_3 I like the cross hairs on it, is it something decent or is their better stuff out there in the price range? You do realize that that's not a scope, don't you ??? It has no magnification.........it's a red dot sight. IF you want a red dot (has Red & Green) look up the Strike Fire by Vortex, it comes with a doubler lense (you can screw on to it) sells for about the same as the one you linked too, I have one and love it (FYI buy the one for the Extra Hight Ring Mount Flat-Top AR). It has a lifetime warranty.. Edited January 15, 2010 by Rockina 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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