PureSilver Posted September 4, 2013 Report Share Posted September 4, 2013 Had or have? Could you get photos of the fit of the front of the RAS into the handguard cap, and of how far the delta ring will go along the RAS? My RAS categorically will not fit into the handguard cap without bending it, and the delta ring barely fit over the first 2-3mm of the rear of the RAS. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Honzo Posted September 4, 2013 Report Share Posted September 4, 2013 Yes, please update! If i can get the KAC rail to fit with no mods, that wouldnt be too shabby Did you find yourself using that "under arm" lever that screws the delta ring that the KAC rail comes with? There's like a screw that goes in to tighten it. Is it really needed? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
WTF?Shane Posted September 5, 2013 Report Share Posted September 5, 2013 You need to put the lever arm as it locks the upper rail onto the barrel nut. If not, it'll wobble. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lord Vader Posted September 5, 2013 Report Share Posted September 5, 2013 I had it about 4 years ago, so unfortuantely I can't provide new pictures. The one I posted is the only one somewhat useful that I could find. However now I remember that I might have filed off a little bit from the front lever (circled in red): I don't think it was much, like 1 or 2 mm, but I can't remember for sure. About the lever with the screw, yes I did indeed use it and it did improve the fit dramatically. You just have to remove the screw completely in order to fit the RAS to the gun first. I hope this helps. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Honzo Posted September 5, 2013 Report Share Posted September 5, 2013 Ok, only reason i ask is that some guy was offering it used but it was missing that lever arm at a reduced price... but i guess it's not worth it. Might go with puresilvers way just to be safe Quote Link to post Share on other sites
elanaiba Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 Some views of my customized Socom, again in the hands of a real life CT instructor: Yes, battery is in the rail. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
fabio Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 Lovely looking rail What model is it? Having a issue with my socom and PTS Moe Pistol grips. When installed it doesn't feel like the motor is sad correctly due to alot of whining no matter how much the base plate is adjustment. Anyone else had this issue? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
elanaiba Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 My rail is the VFC KAC URX-2. Looking to swap it for a Midwest Industries SS Gen 2 or a Madbul Noveske NSR. IIRC for the Moe pistol grips you'll have to use the metal base plate sold separately, the one that comes with the grip doesn't fit the motor properly. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SixtyNiner Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 Yep - to support what elanaiba said, you'll need to get the metal base plate for proper adjustment on the Magpul grips. - I'm currently using a PEQ box for my battery, but would rather have a clean rail system. Has anyone fitted a battery into a Redimag type set-up on their SOPMOD/SOCOM? How did you get on with the wiring? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
elanaiba Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 @SixtyNiner - I'm currently running a 7.4V 1100mah twin panel in the rail, and I'm looking to move to battery in the PEQ box, as this battery doesn't perform so well including in cold, and changing batteries is kinda difficult in the field. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
druid799 Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 @SixtyNiner - I'm currently running a 7.4V 1100mah twin panel in the rail, and I'm looking to move to battery in the PEQ box, as this battery doesn't perform so well including in cold, and changing batteries is kinda difficult in the field.When I run a rail on my socom I use this ; http://shop.ehobbyasia.com/gandp-peq15-box-with-7-4v-1800mah-lithium-battery-black.htmlRuns all day quite happily . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FTZ-WildeCard Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 When I run a rail on my socom I use this ; http://shop.ehobbyasia.com/gandp-peq15-box-with-7-4v-1800mah-lithium-battery-black.html Runs all day quite happily . Thanks for this! Looks great! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
elanaiba Posted September 15, 2013 Report Share Posted September 15, 2013 Thanks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SixtyNiner Posted September 15, 2013 Report Share Posted September 15, 2013 As with Druid, I use a PEQ-15 with this battery http://www.fire-support.co.uk/product/kong-power-111v-1000mah-20c-single-rechargable-lipo-battery I change it out at lunch time but I think I could get a full days play at a pinch. But, for a change and also to top keep the top rail clean (purely aesthetic reasons) I've been thinking of trying a redi-mag system with the battery in the shell of the second mag. The are I think may be problematic is routing the wires to the mag without them causing problems for the bolt release. Has any one done this before? How did you run the wiring? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Richard Y Posted September 17, 2013 Report Share Posted September 17, 2013 You just have to route the wires like a socom.. the socom has the advantage though of a metal cover which screws in place on the side of the gearbox to garrenty it holds the wires back. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pkm200901 Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 (edited) I'm about to modify the upper receiver to take a slightly shortened (to accommodate the hopup) standard Marui-spec barrel (pre-SOPMOD style). Has anyone else done this? Any tips? Edited September 18, 2013 by pkm200901 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
druid799 Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 (edited) I'm about to modify the upper receiver to take a slightly shortened (to accommodate the hopup) standard Marui-spec barrel (pre-SOPMOD style). Has anyone else done this? Any tips? Curious , as to why your fitting an old style barrel (could be a heck of a mod job) and what project its going towards building . Edited September 18, 2013 by druid799 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Richard Y Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 I'm about to modify the upper receiver to take a slightly shortened (to accommodate the hopup) standard Marui-spec barrel (pre-SOPMOD style). Has anyone else done this? Any tips? old style aeg barrels are about 6mm to wide to fit in the sopmod upper reciever.. took me an absolute AGE to reduce the diameter enough to fit.. youll also need to cut a locating lug into the barrel so it matches with the upper.. not sure how you intend to mod the upper.. would be a pain getting into that as its recessed and also 5 times the cost of the barrel to replace.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pkm200901 Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 Why embark on this insanity? I want to fit a long barrel, and their isn't an existing 'new style' length of barrel that works for the build I have in mind. I'm looking to convert the M4 into a Mk12 Mod 0 SPR. I'm also planning to add a full stock (that's the easy part, LOL). Two options: 1) I'm looking at taking a dremel wheel to the inside of the upper receiver and roundly open it up little by little. 2) I'm also considering the option of turning down the existing barrel and miling out the lug, but this may not be necessary since the barrel has a flat bottom for the wiring to pass through that should fit the raised fin inside the upper receiver, I'm waiting for a price quote back from the machine shop on this - Option A is my DIY route, this is the professional route. Either route, the AEG barrel will be cut down to accommodate the existing limitation on length inside the receiver. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JCheeseright Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 surely it would be more straightforward to just have a barrel extension made to screw onto the existing barrel? Shouldn't end up significantly more expensive than option 2 and will no risk that you'll end up ruining your receiver. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pkm200901 Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 (edited) Unfortunately it's actually more expensive to have the extension made locally (that was my first thought)! I've got the Army SOPMOD clone, so I'm really not too worried about the upper - I can always buy another Army clone and part it out for spares and recoup most of the cost. Plus, with the extension the barrel profile will be all wrong, and that'll bug me on the inside. I've worked with this machine shop before, they generally charge only around $25 for work like this, but one of their guys is out so I don't know if they can accept the work this week. Edited September 18, 2013 by pkm200901 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Number5 Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 I have a dytac 16" outer barrel, specifically SPR, made for the sopmod/socom. Was thinking about doing another build with it, but can't seem to get around to it. It's yours if you want it (not for free of course ) pm me if interested. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pkm200901 Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 I appreciate it, but I'm going to work with what I've got. I've spent enough on upgrade parts alone as is! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Number5 Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 No problem! good luck with the mod! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sunburnthammer Posted September 19, 2013 Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Contrary to some earlier comments I am looking to move my battery from a peq box to within the rail. I have a dd mk18 style RIS, has anyone had success fitting 1250mah style crane lipos in the void of the ris? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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