Lower Parts Kits

[drum13]

I've got two stripped lowers (Stag) that I bought several years ago. They've been sitting in my safe and it's probably a good time to assemble them.


I haven't built any AR's in a long time. Years ago there was practically no difference in any of the lower parts kits out there. Are there any new LPKs that are recommended these days?

 

[Docsherm]

I've got two stripped lowers (Stag) that I bought several years ago. They've been sitting in my safe and it's probably a good time to assemble them.


I haven't built any AR's in a long time. Years ago there was practically no difference in any of the lower parts kits out there. Are there any new LPKs that are recommended these days?

Do you plan on a stock trigger or are you going with something else? That is the best thing about LPKs now s that most come without a trigger so you can add in whatever one you want. I like the Aero kits without a trigger. They work well and you get what you want:

Aero Kits

 

[drum13]

Thanks for the link. I'll take a look there.

I'd probably just opt for the stock trigger right now to save some $ on 2 kits just to get the lowers up and running.

Back in the day, the Armalite NM triggers were a great low-cost upgrade for about $30 but don't know if they're still around.

 

[Snuby642]

I have used these from bcm on 3 lowers.

Bravo Company Unveils AR-15 Enhanced Lower Parts Kit

Bravo Company Manufacturing has announced its AR-15 Enhanced Lower Parts Kit for 2016. BCM's new complete lower parts kit for AR-15 rifles

www.tactical-life.com

The trigger is way better than stock and will due till something nice goes on sale.

Not in od green. Lol

 

[2aBaC̶a̶]

One of my favorite kits.

Search results for: 'products ar lower parts kit ar enhanced lower receiver parts less trigger hammer and disconnector'

www.strikeindustries.com

 

[larryh128]

I've got two stripped lowers (Stag) that I bought several years ago. They've been sitting in my safe and it's probably a good time to assemble them.


I haven't built any AR's in a long time. Years ago there was practically no difference in any of the lower parts kits out there. Are there any new LPKs that are recommended these days?

You'll be doing yourself a huge favor if you use a RA-140 trigger.(Rise Armament) You can pick them up for about $100 and it is a huge upgrade. There are better triggers but not many in this price range.

 

[Shooter McGavin]

I like CMMG lower parts kit/ no trigger and Geissele SSA-E triggers. The triggers you can usually find on sale, just wait for the next holiday.

CMMG AR-15 Lower Parts Kit - No Grip/FCG

The CMMG Lower Receiver Parts Kit for the AR-15 is perfect for shooters who don't use the standard A2 grip or don't need more Mil-Spec fire control components cluttering their parts bin! This parts kit contains all other springs, detents and pins to build out a stripped receiver.

www.primaryarms.com

 

[powdahound76]

Also look at rightTobear.com.

You can “build your own” LPK choosing your own parts, without upgrading later, including many trigger choices.

Have done business with them and they were good to deal with.

 

[drum13]

Thank you. Still sorting through all these options. Wish I had more to spend to upgrade triggers.

 

[Shooter McGavin]

Thank you. Still sorting through all these options. Wish I had more to spend to upgrade triggers.

Here's an ok trigger that won't break the bank

PSA 2 Stage Nickel Boron Trigger Assembly

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palmettostatearmory.com

 

[2aBaC̶a̶]

The WMD NiB triggers are nice.

Larue is still running their black friday/ holiday sale on the MBT trigger. $80

Another hidden gem is a JMT Saber adjustable drop in. you can find them for under $100. I adjusted it so light it will burst fire.

 

[Greg Langelius *]

I'll second the PSA 2 Stage Nickel Boron trigger. I have 4 of them installed in my AR's.

Greg

 

[striped1]

The geissele parts kit and the larue trigger work great. The Larue trigger is excellent for $80.00

 

[digitalshooter]

I like CMMG lower parts kit/ no trigger and Geissele SSA-E triggers. The triggers you can usually find on sale, just wait for the next holiday.

CMMG AR-15 Lower Parts Kit - No Grip/FCG

The CMMG Lower Receiver Parts Kit for the AR-15 is perfect for shooters who don't use the standard A2 grip or don't need more Mil-Spec fire control components cluttering their parts bin! This parts kit contains all other springs, detents and pins to build out a stripped receiver.

www.primaryarms.com

And you just might get that SSA-trigger in a year

 

[DukeGSP]

get you a LPK from Delta team tactical and then get you a trigger spring kit from joe bob outfitters.

should be less than 50 bucks with shipping for both.

 

[Shooter McGavin]

And you just might get that SSA-trigger in a year

Not me, I have two siting in a box that I picked up on sale last year. ;p

 

[ricard13]

I like the Aero and geissele enhanced lower parts kits. Just try to avoid kits that are known to have MIM (metal injection molding) parts in them. I always heard people talk about that, but never really thought twice of it until one time I racked one of my ar's and the jolt of my bolt going forward broke my bolt catch lever off. Since then I have been pretty picky with my lpk's.

 

[JordanGriff]

SOLGW makes quality milspec stuff and Forward Controls Design. FCD makes amazing stuff with either dimples or serrations for a better feel.

 

[Ravenworks]

Any parts kits that are USA made.
Aero is one

 

[Shooter McGavin]

Any parts kits that are USA made.
Aero is one

CMMG is 100% American made. Located in Missouri

 

[RLinNH]

I just received an Aero Precision M4E1 "Builders Set". I also was wondering which lower parts kit I was going to use. I already have the trigger figured out, so no need for a fire control assembly. Anywho, what I am getting at is that Aero Precision makes an LPK also. I'm thinking that it should fit nicely as it's made by the same company that makes my lower/upper/rail.

 

[strikeeagle1]

Wilson Combat has made-in-the-USA lower parts kit to which I usually add the Geissele SSA 2 stage trigger. I last installed them into a 9.5 " .300 BO KAC SR15/30 build.

 

[HogsLife]

I've got two stripped lowers (Stag) that I bought several years ago. They've been sitting in my safe and it's probably a good time to assemble them.


I haven't built any AR's in a long time. Years ago there was practically no difference in any of the lower parts kits out there. Are there any new LPKs that are recommended these days?

I just ordered a couple from Precision Reflex.

Precision Reflex - Product Detail - Lower Parts Kit with Black grip - $72.56

 

[Bender]

You'll be doing yourself a huge favor if you use a RA-140 trigger.(Rise Armament) You can pick them up for about $100 and it is a huge upgrade. There are better triggers but not many in this price range.

Where you see them for $100?

 

[larryh128]

Where you see them for $100?

Quite often on sale for $95-99. Ck Aim Surplus. I've seen several places lately that had them.

 

[KaM]

SOLGW makes quality milspec stuff and Forward Controls Design. FCD makes amazing stuff with either dimples or serrations for a better feel.

Yup. Been listening to Mike (the owner of SOLGW) on P&S. He sweats the small stuff and has a hard on for keeping things exactly mil spec. If you want a LPK that has the proper metal, proper treatments and proper coatings...go SOLGW. FCD if you want the same attention to detail but an improved/modern take on the LPK. Mike is Jim Hodges friend and it seems that that attention to detail rubbed off on him.