My bullpup M14 conversion continues to evolve...
Configurations that I have tried:
I have used the my Mod 1 type SEI barreled action in this chassis, it has a light weight 18" barrel.
I have used the my Mod 0 type SEI barreled action in this chassis, it has a sub MOA medium heavy weight 18" barrel.
* The overall length of any 18.0" barreled action equipped with a DC Vortex is 28.25" in this chassis.
I have tried the Magpul AFG, Grip-pod, Tango down and Atlas bipods.
I tried TROY Micro folding battle sights... they are too short for this application.
The 29" Blackhawk Homeland Security Discreet Case and 7.62mm hook & loop 3 mag shingle that I purchased separately are perfect.
Optics:
I tried an XR308 from EOTech and a Leupold Mark 4 1.5-5x20mm MR/T with an offset MRDS.
* The offset MRDS is a total waste of time on this chassis, but it is awesome on my SAGE EBRs
Modifications/Changes:
My first modification:
In an effort to improve the feel and usefulness of the factory trigger pad I used the outline of my M14HDW.US V2 EBR trigger shoe and a file to reshape the original trigger pad.
I was somewhat successful, but it could be better.
* Soon after I informed the manufacturer that I had modified my trigger pad they quickly found a reason to initiate product improvement #2 and lowered the trigger pad... I don't know if they have rounded off the sharp bottom edge though because the manufacturer is dragging there feet about sending me some new replacement trigger pads
* Also, I complied with an earlier request to distributors by the manufacturer to swap out the rear brackets for new ones to solve some fitment issues - mine fit fine, but I replaced it and the brackets on stocks I have in inventory. This was product improvement #1 and it went smoothly.
The next modifications:
After I addressed the trigger pad I focused my attention on mag changes.
I had a SADLAK tactical mag release installed.
IMHO, this is a must have item for all owners of this chassis... reaching back and behind the mag body to release the mag is much easier with the SADLAK part.
I also replaced the original pistol grip with a Magpul MIAD.
I have large hands and the grip change provides me with a bit more room to rock the mags in and out of the receiver.
More changes:
The CQB-16 barreled action that SEI built for me earlier this year is now in my bullpup M14 chassis. It has a 16.25" light weight barrel.
* The overall length of any 16.25" barrel equipped with a DC Vortex or Comp is 27.75" in this chassis.
Bullpup CQB-16 optics:
I am currently using the following mix of sighting kit.
Magpul MBUS - Gen II, LaRue Tactical LT608, Aimpoint CompC-2X 2MOA, EOTech FTS 3X magnifier - Gen II.
* The MBUS required some work with a file to fit... this was an easy modification.
* I own several M14s with SAGE EBRs being my favorite and I understand that it's an odd niche that would ever consider converting an M14/M1A into a bullpup. Let me know if you fit into that odd niche, I can help.
Stay tuned, this compact blaster is growing on me fast and I have completed additional modifications plus I'm currently working on more modifications & upgrades for this chassis.
- H2O MAN
The most recent picture:
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Configurations that I have tried:
I have used the my Mod 1 type SEI barreled action in this chassis, it has a light weight 18" barrel.
I have used the my Mod 0 type SEI barreled action in this chassis, it has a sub MOA medium heavy weight 18" barrel.
* The overall length of any 18.0" barreled action equipped with a DC Vortex is 28.25" in this chassis.
I have tried the Magpul AFG, Grip-pod, Tango down and Atlas bipods.
I tried TROY Micro folding battle sights... they are too short for this application.
The 29" Blackhawk Homeland Security Discreet Case and 7.62mm hook & loop 3 mag shingle that I purchased separately are perfect.
Optics:
I tried an XR308 from EOTech and a Leupold Mark 4 1.5-5x20mm MR/T with an offset MRDS.
* The offset MRDS is a total waste of time on this chassis, but it is awesome on my SAGE EBRs
Modifications/Changes:
My first modification:
In an effort to improve the feel and usefulness of the factory trigger pad I used the outline of my M14HDW.US V2 EBR trigger shoe and a file to reshape the original trigger pad.
I was somewhat successful, but it could be better.
* Soon after I informed the manufacturer that I had modified my trigger pad they quickly found a reason to initiate product improvement #2 and lowered the trigger pad... I don't know if they have rounded off the sharp bottom edge though because the manufacturer is dragging there feet about sending me some new replacement trigger pads
* Also, I complied with an earlier request to distributors by the manufacturer to swap out the rear brackets for new ones to solve some fitment issues - mine fit fine, but I replaced it and the brackets on stocks I have in inventory. This was product improvement #1 and it went smoothly.
The next modifications:
After I addressed the trigger pad I focused my attention on mag changes.
I had a SADLAK tactical mag release installed.
IMHO, this is a must have item for all owners of this chassis... reaching back and behind the mag body to release the mag is much easier with the SADLAK part.
I also replaced the original pistol grip with a Magpul MIAD.
I have large hands and the grip change provides me with a bit more room to rock the mags in and out of the receiver.
More changes:
The CQB-16 barreled action that SEI built for me earlier this year is now in my bullpup M14 chassis. It has a 16.25" light weight barrel.
* The overall length of any 16.25" barrel equipped with a DC Vortex or Comp is 27.75" in this chassis.
Bullpup CQB-16 optics:
I am currently using the following mix of sighting kit.
Magpul MBUS - Gen II, LaRue Tactical LT608, Aimpoint CompC-2X 2MOA, EOTech FTS 3X magnifier - Gen II.
* The MBUS required some work with a file to fit... this was an easy modification.
* I own several M14s with SAGE EBRs being my favorite and I understand that it's an odd niche that would ever consider converting an M14/M1A into a bullpup. Let me know if you fit into that odd niche, I can help.
Stay tuned, this compact blaster is growing on me fast and I have completed additional modifications plus I'm currently working on more modifications & upgrades for this chassis.
- H2O MAN
The most recent picture:
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