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    Buffer Tube

    I an in need of three buffer tubes for future builds. I now have a DD and what is probably a couple of DSA tubes. I have never had any problems but I decided I would go with LMT tubes for these builds. Then I see a complete kit, DSA tube, buffer, spring, plate and nut for just $5 more than I can get the LMT tube. Guess I'm just looking for confirmation that I'm going the right way! Thanks.

    Alan

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    A tube is a tube!

    I would stick with Mil-Spec and then just verify the size is the one you want!

    If you want something nice and different look at the vltor tubes
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    I don't agree with "a tube is a tube". I have felt inside some tubes that feel about as rough a driveway and I've felt some that are slick as glass. It is easy to feel the difference between the rough ones and the smooth ones when you pull the CH back and just feel the resistance (or lack of it).

    There was a guy at the range Thursday that asked me if there was a way to "loosen" up the stiffness of his new $600 DPMS. I politely told him there was a reason it sold for $600 but to just keep everything lubed up because it was dry at the time. That CH had an extremely rough ride coming back...

    I'm sure the Vltor (and LMT) are top of the line.

    But maybe it's just me...

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    Normally I would delete this, but I'll humor everyone for now. Also, this isn't a technical question so it's moving.



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    Finally, one that's not deleted. I tried to hurry too. Any time something costs less, it's usually lesser quality.

    I have a few different ones laying around from KAC (or whoever makes theirs), LMT, Vltor and a few cheaper ones. The LMT has a lighter finish but I also read somewhere that it's smoother inside - have no idea where though and I personally don't care if it is or isn't.

    Not all mil-spec tubes are the same. It says mil-spec, but that doesn't always mean the aluminum used is correct to mil-spec (the TDP calls for 7075, forged or extruded, commercial are often 6061 and I wouldn't doubt if low quality "mil spec" tubes are also 6061), just that it is mil-spec sized. So, I'd definitely spend a few dollars extra for the LMT or Vltor, knowing it's from a quality manufacturer.
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    Quote Originally Posted by rebelfirearms View Post
    A tube is a tube!
    TURBO WRONG!!!

    And those ****ing 19 dollar DSA mil spec diameter tubes are not the same as a DD, Vltor, BCM, or Colt.

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    Hello,

    Personally, I'd only buy a Genuine COLT receiver extension. http://www.specializedarmament.com/p...INE-144-4.html

    I'd also stick with Genuine COLT Parts for the rest of the build as well.
    http://www.specializedarmament.com/c...Parts-4-0.html
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    Specialized Armament is a bit expensive. Look at the cost of purchasing a simple Bolt Carrier group from SA then direct from Colt. I know that SA carries just about everything but if Colt can sell a similar item from their own website then I would think that SA shouldn't be quite a bit more in costs. Just an observation.

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    Order a BCM M4 Stock Kit with an H-buffer for $77 and be done with it:
    http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/M4-St...ec%20black.htm

    The lowest quality I would go with would be CMT and their stock kit doesn't include an H-buffer and still usually costs the same as the above BCM kit. Other than that, stick with LMT, VLTOR, Colt, and DD.

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    This is a very confusing board to say the least. Usually delete a thread where someone asks a legitimate question? I just want an opinion on whether it's worth the extra to buy a 7075 tube or a 6061 tube. If this is wrong by all means delete. This is only the second time I have posted something here, I understand the professionals here, guess I will just go back to the "read only mode".

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