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Sat Nov 25, 2017 12:30 pm
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: Help with Build
Replies: 58
Views: 15317

Re: Help with Build

So I'm not sure if this is related, but I had to trim my recuperator quite a bit for the brp gripstick to fit. I would reccomend doing it by fit check, meaning physically see where the gripstick hits the recuperator ledge (which is to the side of the tube). You should only have to take out little am...
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Mon Nov 14, 2016 8:19 pm
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: brand new barrel, NOS barrel extension problem
Replies: 6
Views: 2535

Re: brand new barrel, NOS barrel extension problem

lol glad someone out there has a lathe (I'll get one someday)

after being 11 months in, I'm getting closer to finishing, thanks for the encouragement jbaum :D
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Sat Oct 08, 2016 6:29 pm
Forum: MG42 General Discussion
Topic: Buffer cam pieces, clean up or buy new?
Replies: 3
Views: 2552

Re: Buffer cam pieces, clean up or buy new?

Hi guys,

so I am fitting my buffer tabs now and have the same question.

Does the top buffer tab look set inside the buffer deep enough?

I don't think the bottom is.

Thanks
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Tue Jul 19, 2016 7:16 pm
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: Jigs
Replies: 4
Views: 2625

Re: Jigs

Hi Woody52, the only jigs I have seen is a front shroud to receiver shell welding jig on gunbroker for like $100. It really doesn't look that complicated to make though. Just get a long piece of all thread with some nuts and washers. Then just triple double check it with a level. Thats what I'll be ...
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Wed Jun 01, 2016 1:48 pm
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: New mg42 Build, and where to start with it
Replies: 12
Views: 3435

Re: New mg42 Build, and where to start with it

Hello Jbaum,

my mistake on my terms (still getting those down). I was referring to the recoil nozzle as my cone.

thanks,

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Tue May 31, 2016 10:01 pm
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: New mg42 Build, and where to start with it
Replies: 12
Views: 3435

Re: New mg42 Build, and where to start with it

Hello everyone , so I have a question about my front bushing I recently welded. When fitting on the flashider with cone inside it, it comes just short of lining up with the front sight holder slot. My barrel stop to front bushing measurement is 19.46875'' (19 15/32''). From the pictures I hope it is...
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Mon Mar 21, 2016 12:10 pm
Forum: MG42 General Discussion
Topic: Night sights
Replies: 7
Views: 2996

Re: Night sights

I guess try it out at night and see if they work. they sound pretty cool.
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Sun Mar 20, 2016 12:49 am
Forum: Chatter
Topic: Introductions (or one way to increase your post count).
Replies: 315
Views: 164801

Re: New Member Introductions

Welcome to the boards,

I am very early into my build and still learning a lot (a boatload).
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Tue Mar 15, 2016 12:51 pm
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: Receivers from BRP
Replies: 131
Views: 53457

Re: Receivers from BRP

very interesting, even the color is pretty cool.

last ditch club

:lol:
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Mon Mar 14, 2016 12:22 am
Forum: MG42 Photos and Video
Topic: my collection
Replies: 8
Views: 5368

Re: my collection

nice man, any of them full auto? also is that other mg42 a carbine (16'' barrel)?

nice collection, looks like plenty of ammo (not for long though lol)
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Tue Mar 08, 2016 5:50 pm
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: Receivers from BRP
Replies: 131
Views: 53457

Re: Receivers from BRP

awesome man! glad there no problems or hickups. Gives me a lot of hope for my build. Yea I can't stand it when the guys with their AR's actually think it takes a lot of effort.

congratulations on the success!
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Sun Mar 06, 2016 4:21 pm
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: MG 42 Build:Headspacing a New barrel?
Replies: 35
Views: 10184

Re: MG 42 Build:Headspacing a New barrel?

ah very true, thats right so $275 isn't too bad, especially if I could my new barrel. Do you know where they are selling for $275?

thanks for the help
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Sat Mar 05, 2016 6:12 pm
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: MG 42 Build:Headspacing a New barrel?
Replies: 35
Views: 10184

Re: MG 42 Build:Headspacing a New barrel?

Wow that is really good statistics for barrels working with factory bolts, I'm glad it is that good. Is there any work I can do to my bolt head, such as take off material to decrease the headspace? I certainly would like to save money (however I do have time as well). My factory barrel hasn't been m...
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Fri Mar 04, 2016 8:03 pm
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: MG 42 Build:Headspacing a New barrel?
Replies: 35
Views: 10184

Re: MG 42 Build:Headspacing a New barrel?

Would there be a point in buying a pre-headspaced barrel since I don't know if it will fit my bolt?
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Fri Mar 04, 2016 12:59 am
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: MG 42 Build:Headspacing a New barrel?
Replies: 35
Views: 10184

Re: MG 42 Build:Headspacing a New barrel?

so I bought some .001'' steel shim stock. So far I have added 6 shims between the barrel extension and barrel, so only .006'' added. The go and no-go gauge are still going in. Is there a typical thickness it takes for the no-go gauge to not go in?

thank you for the help
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Wed Feb 24, 2016 3:30 am
Forum: Chatter
Topic: Introductions (or one way to increase your post count).
Replies: 315
Views: 164801

Re: New Member Introductions

welcome to the board! I'm pretty new here too, I'm currently working on my build, actually will be headspacing my barrel tomorrow.
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Wed Feb 24, 2016 3:27 am
Forum: MG42 General Discussion
Topic: MG42 "WW2" photo
Replies: 13
Views: 3245

Re: MG42 "WW2" photo

yea very true, don't wanna be liable for anything of course
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Sun Feb 21, 2016 1:22 am
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: Receivers from BRP
Replies: 131
Views: 53457

Re: Receivers from BRP

ok thanks rodom, I didn't realize it was oakrodent's build but I have actually started looking at this build before.
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Thu Feb 18, 2016 5:15 pm
Forum: MG42 Build It Yourself
Topic: Receivers from BRP
Replies: 131
Views: 53457

Re: Receivers from BRP

is there a pdf or forum of the build? I'm sure there is I just couldn't find it when searching for it