I need TOOLS! All AR build tools! Starting to build ARs at home!

[nativeo]

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City

Vancouver

State

Washington

I am starting to build ARs (I built one lower at Sporting Systems) and am looking for all the tools needed to build an AR. I will be starting with the lowers but real quick I want to build the uppers as well. If you have any tips or tricks I would listen and learn. I would rather buy from here then on Amazon etc.

Thanks very much!

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[nativeo]

Thanks for moving it!

 

[2A2Dend]

I've gotten by fine with a 1/16", 1/8" punch, hammer, a pipe wrench and a bench vise!!!!

 

[nativeo]

Yes! Thanks!

 

[Darth Chili]

About the only "specialized" tool I use is a Tapco Armorer's wrench and blocks. Everything else I had going into it, torque wrench, punches, hammers, etc.

 

[bgrace5506]

Roll pin punches are handy.

 

[bgrace5506]

They also make a special tool for installing or removing the bolt release that I found to be easier than using a regular punch. Wheeler makes them and they are about $10. I suggest getting one of you plan on assembling multiple lowers.

 

[Mygrainman]

Out of all the AR building tools I've accumulated I probably use this. *Click* punch set the most.

 

[MusclemanShrek]

GRACE USA RSH-5 GUNSMITH 5PC STARTER CENTER HOLLOW HOLE HOLDING ROLL PIN PUNCH | eBay

U.S.A MADE, YOU WILL FIND, THERE ARE NO BETTER GUNSMITH TOOLS. 5 PIECE STEEL HOLLOW CENTER STARTER. The hollow head punches will capture the roll pins, hold them centered, and allow. This USA made professional set of hollow roll spring holders will cover the.

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Grace Gunsmith Roll Spring Pin Punch Set 7pc Gun Care Machinist Made in USA | eBay

Includes a variety of sizes. Each punch stamped with size and Grace USA (will not fade). Vinyl resalable case with heavy duty hanging rivet. Want More Grace USA Tools?. 1/16” Point, 1” Pin Length, 2-3/4” Overall Length.

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Wilde Tool 6pc Gunsmith Punch Set MADE IN USA Pin Center Solid w Case Gun Smith | eBay

Need your punches to last?. Consider this USA Made 6pc set perfect for Gunsmith applications. Includes 4 pin punches a center punch and solid punch making a perfectly rounded 6pc Quality set! Want More Wilde Tools?.

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[MusclemanShrek]

Some small handy files,
Small punches (solid)
Small Punches(rounded)
Small punches (hollow)
Bicycle wrench
AR Wrench
Small hammer
12inch crescent wrench
Allen wrenches
NoMar polymer(for upper, vise clamp for installation of barrel & barrel nut)
Vise, either machinest or benchtop
Carry Handle or scope riser( to align upper with Handgaurd rail when tightening)

 

[Jmastersjr]

Hi I have a few unused AR tools including upper and lower receiver Vice Blocks, AR Wrench that has multiple functions when assembling a AR from scratch, and I also have a castle nut wrench(there is one built into the AR wrench also but the stock wrench is great for tightening a castle nut on a AR pistol tube or commercial tube since a standardAR Wrench is usually unable to fit around the wider tube). Please let me know if interested I had purchased these about a year and a half to 2 years ago and never got around to building with them. I may also have random small AR parts and accessories also.

 

[ron]

You don't really need a lot of tools. This is the block I use for installing barrels. Works on flat top or carry handle uppers.
I just installed a barrel yesterday. I have installed about a dozen barrels with these tools.

I have had this DPMS wrench for years and works good. But I would buy the Brownell's one today.


I use this vise block for cleaning the barrel with a bore guide.



Bench vise, no go headspace gauge, punch set and a roll pin starter punch set. Anti-seize for the barrel nut and receiver threads.

 

[ron]

Carry Handle or scope riser( to align upper with Handgaurd rail when tightening)

I have used this riser block the same way you have stated.

 

[Unka-Boo]

They also make a special tool for installing or removing the bolt release that I found to be easier than using a regular punch. Wheeler makes them and they are about $10. I suggest getting one of you plan on assembling multiple lowers.

Parralel jaw pliers wrapped in tape are my go to.

 

[MusclemanShrek]

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I have used this riser block the same way you have stated.

Really works well.....

 

[StacattoP]

Real easy way to install front take down pin which can be a bit..