bpipe95 8 Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 I got extremely lucky a couple weeks ago and stumbled across this at a local shop, they must have been behind the times because the price was way way low compared to the current market. This thread will document the build and any mods/changes the gun gets. Here are stock pics and the first couple mods. Stock: First mod Gas fixer and US made plug/piston vs stock Gas fixer installed, this was quick and easy. Next is a set of HK sights These will go on this weekend along with the start of the conversion. I will update the thread as progress continues NY law prohibits a complete "AK" style conversion as semi-auto shotguns can not have a pistol grip. So I have found a thumb-hole stock that will need some trimming to fit but will get the job done. The nice things about converting a shotgun is that you only need 4 US made parts. So the above plug combined with the us made FCG will get me there. Anything else I add is just a bonus. I have a few mods/changes planned that I feel will be improvements to the platform for my use and fit my personal taste. :snky: -Brad Thanks to my welder friend Nick, I was able to make some good progress on the build tore it down. Also took the side mount off. it's empty Nick filled in all the holes left in the receiver and started getting the HK sights installed sights installed. Now for the fun. Where did the charging handle go? We turned this in to this Then I did this Nick made some room And LHCH is a GO! More coming after the new stock arives, then it will be torn down and blasted. I was able to get the stock trimmed, sanded, and fit to tonight. What a pain in the ass. But I guess that is what you get when you put a stock for a milled reciever on a stamped gun.... I am not completely happy with the stock as of yet (look or feel), think it will need further modding around the pistol grip to make it a bit more comfortable, and it will definably need a recoil pad to give it a bit more length. first time all back together. other side bolt handle and one with a 10 rounder This LHCH is the cats ass, I have never had an AK action so smooth and easy to use. This is a MUST for all you ak guys. TRUST ME! I am getting closer, but still a good bit of work ahead. My 22x1.0 tap arrived today and I was able to get my gas block re-threaded (after welding things moved a bit). Only a few things left. extended finger tab on the safety bar extended mag release (right hand side only) Then test fire it and tear it all down to be blasted and coated. I am not set on what coating I am going to use yet, I am thinking a combination of Hard chrome and black oxide. The front hand guard might change too, I have been talking with a guy that makes some real nice ones BUT they are to heavy IMO. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
David Mark 2,452 Posted March 22, 2011 Report Share Posted March 22, 2011 Sweet looking build. Looking forward to seeing the finished product. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lbsrdi 1,078 Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 That's a SLR-95 stock, correct? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bpipe95 8 Posted March 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 Yep! A member here had recommended it in another thread and helped me with a few questions that I had about it. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fumes 84 Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 Nice. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lbsrdi 1,078 Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 I have that gun and that is my favorite stock of all my AK's. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Desolo 55 Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 certain thumbhole stocks just look nice, and that I believe is one of them... Cant wait to see how it looks finished Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TheDriver 23 Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 Lookin' good. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
slostang 80 Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 I love that stock and my SLR-95 that its attached to. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gregom 2 Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 Interesting build... pretty cool though, thanks for the pics. Are you left or right handed? Just curious as to why the mod... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bridis 319 Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 Looking good. I wish I had a freind with access to a machine shop and welder. I'm anxious to see the finished product. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bpipe95 8 Posted March 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 (edited) Interesting build... pretty cool though, thanks for the pics. Are you left or right handed? Just curious as to why the mod... I am right handed and the LHCH allows for faster reloads and malfunction clearing while comfortably keeping the firearm in my "work space" without reaching across my body or better yet my face. Edited March 23, 2011 by bpipe95 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bpipe95 8 Posted March 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 certain thumbhole stocks just look nice, and that I believe is one of them... Cant wait to see how it looks finished I have only seen one that looks like it could possibly be better, but it would take way to much dicking around if I was even able to get my hands on one. I think I will end up "bedding" this stock later on, just to improve the over all fit of it. A note about the stock, if you want to use this stock you need to get a longer 4.5" grip screw. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Desolo 55 Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 I guess it pays to shoot lefty when your shooting an AK And my friends wondered why I could lock a new mag in and rack the bolt as quick as I can LOL its like having a gun setup just how you want out of the box (with Ak's anyway bolt guns hate me ) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mephis 82 Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 Aw man, no side rail... What are you going to do about all the awesome commie optics!? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bpipe95 8 Posted March 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2011 (edited) Aw man, no side rail... What are you going to do about all the awesome commie optics!? lol, I hate those side rails so much! The worst part is I don't even know why... Edited March 24, 2011 by bpipe95 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bpipe95 8 Posted April 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 Two pics from tonight. I also started fitting my houge buttpad to my Stock end plate adapter that I CNC'd for this stock as none one makes anything for it. I found that I need a better sander for the buttpad. SGM and promag fitted, and magwell installed. Next is one more test run before I break it all down and blast it and coat it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nailbomb 10,221 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 I love build threads! those silly new yorkers! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
evlblkwpnz 3,418 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 Looks great. With as much effort as you are putting forth on this project, you should ditch the factory trigger guard and rivet an AK trigger guard on there. It appears that you are quite talented with your hands and it would be a piece of cake for you. AK Builder is a good resource for trigger guard, selector stop, and rivets. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bpipe95 8 Posted April 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 I love build threads! those silly upstate new yorkers! FIFY.... lol Us semi-normal upstaters don't need to be lumped in with that festering cesspool hanging off our ass.... (aka nyc) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bpipe95 8 Posted April 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 Looks great. With as much effort as you are putting forth on this project, you should ditch the factory trigger guard and rivet an AK trigger guard on there. It appears that you are quite talented with your hands and it would be a piece of cake for you. AK Builder is a good resource for trigger guard, selector stop, and rivets. I like the flow of the stock one and it happens to already be welded in place, opps.... But the magwell makes for an awesome selector stop. Way better than my original plans. 2 birds 1 stone. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jmdove 3 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 Interesting build... pretty cool though, thanks for the pics. Are you left or right handed? Just curious as to why the mod... I am right handed and the LHCH allows for faster reloads and malfunction clearing while comfortably keeping the firearm in my "work space" without reaching across my body or better yet my face. I know exactly what you mean. I have often thought the bolt handle would be better on the left side despite the fact that I am right handed. Thanks for the cool build idea! jmDove Quote Link to post Share on other sites
csmw 98 Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 lol, I hate those side rails so much! The worst part is I don't even know why... I can't stand them either. Looks clunky. Looks far more streamlined w/out it. Build looks good! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pedal2alloy 206 Posted April 16, 2011 Report Share Posted April 16, 2011 Aw man, no side rail... What are you going to do about all the awesome commie optics!? Commie optics not so awesome... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bpipe95 8 Posted May 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2011 looks like I finally have this build about wrapped up. Here is a quick pic after I finished with the blasting and coating. I am really happy with both builds pictured. It took some time but other than a couple of welds they are all me. It was fun to work with another platform after doing so many AR's. S12 on top all shiny and Gaudy s223 on bottom sporting od green and black. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Guns Are Great 140 Posted May 22, 2011 Report Share Posted May 22, 2011 OUTSTANDING!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Deadeye 325 Posted May 22, 2011 Report Share Posted May 22, 2011 I have a slr95 stock if anybody wants it $30 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lbsrdi 1,078 Posted May 22, 2011 Report Share Posted May 22, 2011 I have a slr95 stock if anybody wants it $30 Try the WTS section Quote Link to post Share on other sites
evlblkwpnz 3,418 Posted May 22, 2011 Report Share Posted May 22, 2011 (edited) I have a slr95 stock if anybody wants it for $5 membership + $25 USPS MO Fixed it for you. You have to become a contributor before you can sell things on the site. Edited May 22, 2011 by evlblkwpnz Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bpipe95 8 Posted May 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2011 Only my build thread would get spammed... lol I got my stock from Kvar for ~20 IIRC. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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