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Thread: Any ideas on how/where to pin Magpul STR stock?

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    Quote Originally Posted by TheHolyCannoli View Post
    it can still slide up/down the buffer tube.
    Actually it doesn't and it can't if done correctly, Flip your buffer tube upside down, the filler strip must be flush with the buffer tube, note how the magpul supplied tool depressess the retaining pin to clear it till it drops into the slot?
    I've been playing with it just using the lever it won't move period.
    I actually have to use a small flathead screwdriver under the pivot pin in order to retract the locking pin to get the stock off.

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    Strips need to be about 1/8 depth by 5/15 wide sanding to fit.

    then cut to the correct length. double stick tape or silicone in place

    Anyone with Magpul Connections? They could probably mold some up that would pressure fit.

    HC Pm me a mailing address, I'll throw it in the mail. I don't have to deal with that crap, was just bored.
    Last edited by Travelingchild; 03-16-13 at 20:28.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Travelingchild View Post
    Strips need to be about 1/8 depth by 5/15 wide sanding to fit.

    then cut to the correct length. double stick tape or silicone in place

    Anyone with Magpul Connections? They could probably mold some up that would pressure fit.

    HC Pm me a mailing address, I'll throw it in the mail. I don't have to deal with that crap, was just bored.
    I get it now, awesome idea. Thanks. I PM'ed you.

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    I pinned my Magpul ACS Stock (similar to yours) last night. I drilled two 1/8" holes and put 1/8" roll pins about where you put the red dot on your picture above. It was easy and it locks the bottom latch that keeps the upper latch from moving.

    There is was no real way to collapse the stock this way. I also went one step farther. I put epoxy on the receiver extension and inside the stock to keep it from wiggling. I don't like the stock to wiggle/move at all. I just can't get used to that.

    If you don't mind me asking, what state are you in?

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    Quote Originally Posted by NYH1 View Post
    I pinned my Magpul ACS Stock (similar to yours) last night. I drilled two 1/8" holes and put 1/8" roll pins about where you put the red dot on your picture above. It was easy and it locks the bottom latch that keeps the upper latch from moving.

    There is was no real way to collapse the stock this way. I also went one step farther. I put epoxy on the receiver extension and inside the stock to keep it from wiggling. I don't like the stock to wiggle/move at all. I just can't get used to that.

    If you don't mind me asking, what state are you in?

    NYH1.
    Thanks for the info. I'm hoping to use TravellingChild's idea So I don't have to damage any part of the new stoc, but it's good to know that there is enough "meat' behind the friction lever to keep things secure. Any chance you could post a pic or two of your method?

    My STR should arrive between Thurs-Sat this week, so I won't get to tinker until the weekend.

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    Quote Originally Posted by TheHolyCannoli View Post
    Thanks for the info. I'm hoping to use TravellingChild's idea So I don't have to damage any part of the new stoc, but it's good to know that there is enough "meat' behind the friction lever to keep things secure. Any chance you could post a pic or two of your method?

    My STR should arrive between Thurs-Sat this week, so I won't get to tinker until the weekend.
    Honestly. . . . .I don't know how to post pictures.

    I can take a pic with my cell phone and text it to you. Sorry, but that's it for me.

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    A little late to the party but can pop the storage tubes off like the ACS? I haven't used a STR myself, but I would wager the design is the same. I have been tempted to buy one, because I thought you could hide the pin under the cover. I can't tell if there maybe a rivot holding the rear of the storage tube in place in the picture with the storage tube cap removed . . . if that is the case, this is probably a no-go.

    See here for the process with an ACS . . .
    http://www.northeastshooters.com/vbu...acs-stock.html

    If that doesn't work, as another option you could also simply drill all the way through the very front of the storage tubes (where they angle in toward the receiver extension) and put in a roll pin that is about 1 1/4 inches. I actually pinned a B5 Bravo stock last night and that is what I had to do, took less than 5 minutes.
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    Quote Originally Posted by 2nd.amendment View Post
    A little late to the party but can pop the storage tubes off like the ACS? I haven't used a STR myself, but I would wager the design is the same. I have been tempted to buy one, because I thought you could hide the pin under the cover. I can't tell if there maybe a rivot holding the rear of the storage tube in place in the picture with the storage tube cap removed . . . if that is the case, this is probably a no-go.

    See here for the process with an ACS . . .
    http://www.northeastshooters.com/vbu...acs-stock.html

    If that doesn't work, as another option you could also simply drill all the way through the very front of the storage tubes (where they angle in toward the receiver extension) and put in a roll pin that is about 1 1/4 inches. I actually pinned a B5 Bravo stock last night and that is what I had to do, took less than 5 minutes.
    I can't remember where I saw the pictures, but I believe the STR has 3 or 4 rivets holding the entire battery tube onto the stock.

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    I have an ACS stock on my SPR in NJ and the battery tubes are removable once you take off the butt-plate. They slide out with only a little effort and are held in with tabs. You have to remove the rubber caps as well, they are held in with arrow shaped rubber tabs attached to them, I was able to wiggle them out.

    Once I removed the tubes I was able to pin through the solid aluminum portion of the tube which locks in the stock position.

    Slide the tubes back on, re install the cover and butt plate and go to the range.

    I don't know if the SRT stock works the same way, but that is how I did my ACS.

    The MOE stocks I have are pinned through the plastic directly above the adjustment lever. I used a bit of Epoxy to make sure the pins don't walk out... don't need any troubles from the RO or LEO.
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    Quote Originally Posted by 2nd.amendment View Post
    A little late to the party but can pop the storage tubes off like the ACS? I haven't used a STR myself, but I would wager the design is the same. I have been tempted to buy one, because I thought you could hide the pin under the cover. I can't tell if there maybe a rivot holding the rear of the storage tube in place in the picture with the storage tube cap removed . . . if that is the case, this is probably a no-go.

    See here for the process with an ACS . . .
    http://www.northeastshooters.com/vbu...acs-stock.html

    If that doesn't work, as another option you could also simply drill all the way through the very front of the storage tubes (where they angle in toward the receiver extension) and put in a roll pin that is about 1 1/4 inches. I actually pinned a B5 Bravo stock last night and that is what I had to do, took less than 5 minutes.
    Exactly how I did it...
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