OK, so I thought I was losing my mind, but it turns out you have to remove the weight from the bolt in order to charge the ARV with the Maxim Carbine RDB. I left the weight on for a dry fit, and I had heard it was hard to charge because of the design, but I knew something wasn’t right. I mean, I have been told I am a strong dude, especially with grip strength, and I could barely get it to move.
I adjusted the buffer tube, it was a no go. Pulled the bolt, removed the weight, and boom, problem solved. I have no idea how that weight was stopping it, but it was. I planned on removing it before test firing anyway, just surprised it would not work at all. So confusing.
Oh well, just wanted to share in case it helps someone.
Still waiting on upper jig for vice so I can torque barrel and thread adapter. Hopefull that I will be test firing by end of week or weekend.
Also need to get some type of red dot/ optic. Any suggestions?
For sure, I would like something that I can take out to 100 yards for fun, but most of the time I will be within 50 yards. My range has a few outdoor options.
Okay, I just ordered a Vortex SPARC Solar 2 MOA Red Dot Sight. For that clearance price, it’s a no-brainer. I can always upgrade later. I also have a MAGP MBUS rear backup sight on its way. Should I add a magnifier?
first, welcome to the site! we’re glad to have you!
and yea that is a great little red dot for the clearance price.. you can do a lot worse.. i like your logic and having the buis is always good too. the magnifier is personal preference, me personally i say no, as i’ve never really gotten into them except on my beretta arx160 iirc… anyways… we’re glad to have you and make youreself at home!
Thanks. My AR-V came with the SB HBPDW brace with its proprietary buffer/spring/tube. I have read elsewhere the shorter CQB version of the Maxim Defense roller-delay will work with this brace and the AR-V (provided you remove the pinned buffer weight from the bolt). Can you confirm one way or the other?
The forum is definitely helpful. I’m currently working on a feeding issue. It seems to be coming from the left side. Flat-nose ammo seems to be a no-go. I ordered two more mags today. I’m going to try that first with some of the sub Magtech and see how that goes.
The longer coned nose 124grain FMJ feed really well in my MP5, even the 115gr for that matter. I actually have not seen any 9mm flat besides reloading bullets. I have some 147gr but only shot those in my handgun. I have always thought the 124 grain was a sweet spot.
