Installing Magpul Handguards

[trailman]

I'm trying to get my new midlength handguards onto a PSA upper and am having a hell of a time. I can't get the back end to fully seat into the delta ring. I have a second set to install on another rifle and am afraid to start. Anyone have problems like this?

 

[erwos]

This operation is generally best done with a second pair of hands. Do you have a spouse or a buddy who can come over to assist?

 

[HT4]

This operation is generally best done with a second pair of hands. Do you have a spouse or a buddy who can come over to assist?

Ain't that the truth. The tool is cheap and works well. It's worth picking up IMO.

As far as an improvised approach, when at the range (without my tools), I did as follows: (I) sit on a stool, (II) put the butt on the ground between your legs, and (III) use your feet on the delta ring while removing/replacing the hand guard with your hands... It actually worked pretty well.

 

[Jed195]

Ain't that the truth. The tool is cheap and works well. It's worth picking up IMO.

As far as an improvised approach, when at the range (without my tools), I did as follows: (I) sit on a stool, (II) put the butt on the ground between your legs, and (III) use your feet on the delta ring while removing/replacing the hand guard with your hands... It actually worked pretty well.

This is what came to mind reading your method...I have wrestled with my rifle length Magpul handguards before until I got better at removal/installation.

 

[mopar92]

I live in Taneytown and can help. Just let me know.

 

[trailman]

This operation is generally best done with a second pair of hands. Do you have a spouse or a buddy who can come over to assist?

Lol it's the wife's gun. Number one it looks like the one side "just" won't come together and two, the back edge looks "just" a little thick to seat. Wife had a couple of folks at her work that built before and is asking around for the tool, might just need that to get the extra mm I need. If not I'll take you up on your offer.

 

[frdfandc]

I just installed a new Magpul MOE Middy on my AR the other day. Even with the correct tool, it was a tight fit getting the hand guard to sit properly.

 

[AssMan]

Mine was tough to install as well. I finally got it on with some help from the GF, but bought the tool at a gunshow for future use.

 

[iH8DemLibz]

Guys,

Buy a hand guard tool.

It fits inside the mag well and compresses the delta ring so one person can to the job with ease.

Best 15 bucks you'll ever spend.

 

[trailman]

Any idea where I can find one locally

 

[Bafflingbs]

I used the handles of my channel locks. Worked good.

 

[iH8DemLibz]

Any idea where I can find one locally

BassPro is probably your best bet in the Baltimore area.

Midway USA will have one delivered in a few days.

 

[ground chuck]

Eddie at Freestate installed mine in 5 mins. I was able to get it back off and on to install a bottom rail.

 

[pop-gunner]

You can bring your rifle to Bass Pro and have them install them. I would recommend picking up the tool as it will make life easier in the future.

 

[trailman]

I'm in Frederick basspro is more gas than shipping. I'm gonna call a few local shops and then probably order one

 

[hogarth]

I used the handles of my channel locks. Worked good.

That's what I do and I can't believe everyone seems to be having such issues. I have probably installed, removed, reinstalled mine 15 times as I change my mind on accessories mounted on them.

 

[Bafflingbs]

That's what I do and I can't believe everyone seems to be having such issues. I have probably installed, removed, reinstalled mine 15 times as I change my mind on accessories mounted on them.

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