DaveinCT 2 Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 I picked up my first Saiga yesterday in 308, I'd been eying this gun for a couple months now. Well I got a good price on it so I bought it and it feels sweet but have yet to shoot it.. I've been lurking and reading here for the past day and I see where everyone loves their saiga's but more so after they are converted. What converting is needed and I'd also like to to replace the butt and possibly the complete stock. Anyone point me to some good choices for new furniture for this baby?? Thanks for any and all help offered!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
corbin 621 Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 I'd suggest checking this conversion video out: Video Stocks are a personal choice. It depends on what you like. Welcome to the forum. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ThirtyAughtSix 101 Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 If you live in Connecticut take a look at the assault weapons ban statutes before you do anything. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nattyiceking 33 Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 (edited) I live in CT, the assault weapon laws are ridiculous. Besides the long list of banned weapons (which includes the AK-47)the other rule is you cannot have any more then two of these features: detachable magazine, pistol grip, folding/telescoping stock, bayonet lug, threaded barrel, flash suppressor. The pistol grip and detachable magazine puts you right at your limit with the conversion. Edited December 16, 2010 by nattyiceking Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kresk 10,063 Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 Congrats and welcome to the forum! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveinCT 2 Posted December 17, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 17, 2010 (edited) Thanks guys. I'm thinking I Just want to have a pistol grip style stock and non folding. The Video was very helpful but more than I'm willing to do to new never been shot rifle. I've got a couple 25 round mags already and a pistol grip style stock that is non folding would be nice. Even my wife said the gun "sounded" cheap with the original stock and sling mounts rattling around.. I'm in Northern Central CT, South Windsor... Edited December 17, 2010 by DaveinCT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nattyiceking 33 Posted December 17, 2010 Report Share Posted December 17, 2010 I say give it a shot man. At first glance I was like hell no I cant do that shit, but after alot of research on the conversion it looks hella easy. My Saiga 5.45 is in the mail as we speak and I will do the conversion the day I get it. http://store.carolinashooterssupply.com/servlet/-strse-CONVERSION-KITS-cln-SAIGA-RIFLES/Categories has everything you need. I'm buying the basic kit for the trigger/trigger guard and a timbersmith stock set. You need to buy a gas tube and lower retainer for the handguards to fit. I'm in east hartford.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rhodes1968 1,638 Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 Do break in the rifle first in case of very unlikely problems(warranty) and to become at ease with the rifle. Few hundred rounds are plenty I like wolf as break in ammo. If you have a dremel conversion is so much easier drill press is nice not required. Its not near as bad as you may think and Dinzag parts have been super reliable. Some have to put a dab of solder or even JB on the end of the safety(documented here and at dinzag) every one has their own preferences. Move to NH. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Darko 42 Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 that video is a great resource. i say give it a shot. if you mess something up, this forum is here to help you fix it! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveinCT 2 Posted January 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2011 (edited) I just placed my order for this kit, Will keep you guys posted on my results. Should have the kit by next Thursday and I'll be fitting this baby ASAP.. I really liked the AR style stocks but I just couldn't do it to an AK style weapon.. http://store.carolin...SION-KIT/Detail Edited January 14, 2011 by DaveinCT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveinCT 2 Posted January 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2011 One thing I've noticed on the video which is a 7.62x39mm, there are 2 rivets holding the trigger in place. My 308 has no rivets for the trigger. Anyone that's converted a 308 help me out here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mav 459 Posted January 15, 2011 Report Share Posted January 15, 2011 One thing I've noticed on the video which is a 7.62x39mm, there are 2 rivets holding the trigger in place. My 308 has no rivets for the trigger. Anyone that's converted a 308 help me out here. Right the 308 trigger is very long, and hinges on the axis pin, which is why it has the funky upward pull, conversion is the same, except you don't have to mess with the 2 extra rivets, and the hammer in the standard G2 group has to be clearenced for the crossbar, also, side to side movement of the FCG has been a problem for some people, you can address these to issues yourself, or business member Dinzag sells a G2 specifically modified for the Saiga 308. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveinCT 2 Posted January 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2011 She is done, very happy just waiting on the back ordered fore grip. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SOPMOD 254 Posted January 20, 2011 Report Share Posted January 20, 2011 She is done, very happy just waiting on the back ordered fore grip. Nice solid conversion, you will enjoy this rifle very much! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DrThunder88 912 Posted January 20, 2011 Report Share Posted January 20, 2011 It's basic, but basic is a good place to start. Nice work! Is that a Tapco stock? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveinCT 2 Posted January 20, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2011 (edited) It's basic, but basic is a good place to start. Nice work! Is that a Tapco stock? Thank you. Ya, that is the Tapco butt, my foregrip was back ordered..The butt shorten the gun a good bit and must say the 308 barrel is a heavy son of a bitch!!! Edited January 20, 2011 by DaveinCT Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveinCT 2 Posted March 1, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 1, 2011 Got out to shoot this bad boy for the first time since I bought it and converted it. It was dead nuts at 200 yards straight off!! My Gun clubs 200 yard range has a 12"x12" metal gong out on the berm. I hit that thing 8 of 10 shots with little effort. My buddies, one of them works the shop I bought the gun from, where completely impressed. They all gave her a run and loved it, one of them whom is an Iraq war vet wants to buy it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BallzFast 4 Posted March 1, 2011 Report Share Posted March 1, 2011 (edited) tell him to buy one and you can help him convert it. Edited March 1, 2011 by byron Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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