AR 15 building mistake... Need advice

[Barny]

I corrected your greeting. No need to thank me.

One of the first steps of being a member of the AR Addict Group is to remember that "3 is 2, 2 is 1 and1 is None." At this point you are not even up to the check out counter yet.

A tip that will help you getting to the important "2 is 1" step is to buy more than one part when ordering them. This is especially good idea when buying small parts like spring, detent pins, etc. as even when buying several of them the shipping often costs more.

Also it helps to keep in mind that small parts like springs can get easily lost. The best way to avoid having this happen is to use them to build more AR's before they get lost. Explaining to your wife the wisdom of not losing money by lost parts will make her realize what a financial genius you are.

I appreciate the correction. Thankfully I do not have an old lady on my hide about spending money... I just tell myself "Dang! You are so smart!" on all topics.

 

[stillquietvoice]

My wife went with me looking for at build kits. When we didn't find any said order online. I jumped on it before she changed her mind.

 

[FL-NC]

Just set it aside and get the right one. Eventually you or someone else will need the extra one.

 

[Labguy47]

I am seriously thinking 9mm carbine right about now.

I’m also wondering what kind of Frankenstein we could put together.

 

[GunnyUSMC]

All

I appreciate the input. The buffer will not be sent back. I originally planned on build another rifle slowly. However, most of you know that is easier said than done. I just need some more self control to stay within my financial means.

EJ

That’s easy. Just buy parts until you run out of money.
Ok, back to reality. Set yourself up a slush fund. Put that extra money on the side, skip a few meals, drive around a little less. Have a yard sale.

 

[bassjam]

Sounds like OP decided to keep the buffer tube. But for anyone else wanting to sell/trade/buy parts, forums are a good place to do this. Another is Reddit, there's a sub reddit dedicated to folks getting rid of their unwanted/extra parts.

https://www.reddit.com/r/GunAccessoriesForSale/new/

 

[Barny]

That’s easy. Just buy parts until you run out of money.
Ok, back to reality. Set yourself up a slush fund. Put that extra money on the side, skip a few meals, drive around a little less. Have a yard sale.

That is how I finance most of my cool stuff.. and ride 20+ year old bicycle around....

 

[LiveLife]

I point out to people that yes, my gunsafe is full, but just imagine how expensive the garage would be if I was a gearhead instead of gun nut.

Oh and I’m a gearhead too so it’s real bad.

Wait until you start working on ocean going aluminum fishing boats. It's pure madness!!!

My other forum - https://forums.iboats.com/forum/owners-groups-by-manufacturer/s/starcraft-boats

 

[LiveLife]

I only have enough parts on hand for one day. That is I have the parts to build 5 or 6 complete rifles, and a bunch of spare parts.

I just need some more self control to stay within my financial means.

You know ... Life is short and we all die and stuff.

And what will you say on your deathbed?

 

[drobs]

Playing devil's advocate, return and ask for an in store credit. Add a few bucks to the credit and get a complete lower or complete parts kit.

 

[Barny]

Friends

The enablers succeed again.... I ordered a rifle buffer tube and collapsible stock for the currently possessed buffer. I figured why not have both for certain applications.... or for another rifle.

Money is a fine thing to waste!