A few questions about my first 10/22 build
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DLASK is A+
I've done a takedown build based on Midwest chassis with DLASK receiver+barrel+Kidd rest. very happy with the whole thing. Midwest is also tank built - and you can add any AR tube/stock/grip as you see fit. The only downside is cost, other than that, it's superb.
Re: weight - yes, but it's a small rifle, so heavy is not even close to what heavy can be with "normal" calibers - upside to weight is no recoil whatsoever - air gun feeling...
I've done a takedown build based on Midwest chassis with DLASK receiver+barrel+Kidd rest. very happy with the whole thing. Midwest is also tank built - and you can add any AR tube/stock/grip as you see fit. The only downside is cost, other than that, it's superb.
Re: weight - yes, but it's a small rifle, so heavy is not even close to what heavy can be with "normal" calibers - upside to weight is no recoil whatsoever - air gun feeling...
rdsc (if they have the version you want). I think that a few more vendors in canada had them also but I haven't looked recently . you can also import from brownells - these are parts, so there should be no tarrifs (me thinks, haven't imported anything since the latest sh*t show started).
CanuckShooter
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I guess what I'm trying to decide with the Dlask receiver... Does the negative of the receiver being extremely tight when installing barrels outweigh the positives of the build quality and 7075 aluminum since I'll be doing it myself and will not sand or file anything?
Is it worth just going SBI for that reason alone? I'll be using SBI or Green Mountain barrels.
Is it worth just going SBI for that reason alone? I'll be using SBI or Green Mountain barrels.
Unless it's going to be a bench gun where heavy is favorable I'd go with the SBI since it's half the weight.
A 10/22 receiver doesn’t need to be 7075 - plenty of Ruger receivers been around for decades with thousands of rounds through and no issues. Not sure the OEM receivers are even 6061 aluminium.
Biggest issue with OEM reveivers is the crappy paint job. Paint chips around the extraction port are inevitable. Until the paint chipping has settled down somewhat, you’ll be constantly pulling out chips every time you take out the bolt for cleaning the receiver. Very annoying. The SBI or DLASK receiver solves this issue.
Other upgrades both Dlask and SBI receivers have are rear cleaning ports and integrated pic rails. The SBI receiver also has a top mounted set screw through the pic rail to aid with barrel alignment (anti droop), which the DLASK doesn’t have. The SBI also has removable/adjustable ‘legs’ in front of the magazine well. Not really sure why, but another feature DLASK receivers don’t have.
I had an absolute mare trying to attach a GM barrel to a DLASK receiver - heat guns, freezers and ovens all involved but to no avail. Attaching a barrel to the SBI was much easier - almost too easy - but with an adjustable V-block and the aforementioned set screw I’ve had no issues with the barrel moving.
I ended up selling the DLASK receiver and have another SBI on the way. It has all the features I want without the bulk and weight of the DLASK.
YMMV - they’re both well built and an upgrade over the OEM for the finish alone if not the other features. Let us know which you choose!
Biggest issue with OEM reveivers is the crappy paint job. Paint chips around the extraction port are inevitable. Until the paint chipping has settled down somewhat, you’ll be constantly pulling out chips every time you take out the bolt for cleaning the receiver. Very annoying. The SBI or DLASK receiver solves this issue.
Other upgrades both Dlask and SBI receivers have are rear cleaning ports and integrated pic rails. The SBI receiver also has a top mounted set screw through the pic rail to aid with barrel alignment (anti droop), which the DLASK doesn’t have. The SBI also has removable/adjustable ‘legs’ in front of the magazine well. Not really sure why, but another feature DLASK receivers don’t have.
I had an absolute mare trying to attach a GM barrel to a DLASK receiver - heat guns, freezers and ovens all involved but to no avail. Attaching a barrel to the SBI was much easier - almost too easy - but with an adjustable V-block and the aforementioned set screw I’ve had no issues with the barrel moving.
I ended up selling the DLASK receiver and have another SBI on the way. It has all the features I want without the bulk and weight of the DLASK.
YMMV - they’re both well built and an upgrade over the OEM for the finish alone if not the other features. Let us know which you choose!
What is SBI, quit this initial thing, not everyone knows what you are talking about, full English pleaseIf you're going for the Dlask receiver in order to use the 25 round mags the SBI receivers also have the cutout to fit them.
The Dlask receiver is thicker and heavier than the SBI ones. It's a tank. Depends on what you prefer. The SBI receiver can be had with a top side "AR syle" charging handle which is pretty cool.
I would skip on the Magpul stock... I have one and don't like it. A Chassis is nicer. They're modular, lighter and you can choose any grip, stock and accessories you like to put on there.
Depending on what the gun will be used for be careful which barrel you choose. Some match chambers won't work with hypervelocity ammo like Stingers and Velocitors. SBI's barrels will not accept them. I don't know if that matters to you or if you just want to shoot match ammo
Just some food for thought.
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Its all good and you will learn soon.
If you get a receiver and barrel from Dlask, they will press it together for you, usually at no charge. At least they used to with all the ones I have purchased.
For me, the carbon wrapped barrels have been shooting awesome, and while trying to make things lighter, there is no real reason to go to the heavy barrels. I believe they use the green mountain blanks at Dlask.
I've tried many different chassis, and the only ones I have truly enjoyed are only out of the US, and right now ridiculous to get up here.
The Crazy Ivan was probably the best one I've had, and the taccom the tight 2nd. But I prefer the lighter chassis. Grey birch was okay as well, but now that they are out of the US, they are harder to come by. I don't know if Calgary shooting still caries them.
https://taccom3g.com/product/ulw-chassis-for-ruger-10-22-22lr/
CanuckShooter
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A 2 second Google search would've answered your question.
CanuckShooter
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A 10/22 receiver doesn’t need to be 7075 - plenty of Ruger receivers been around for decades with thousands of rounds through and no issues. Not sure the OEM receivers are even 6061 aluminium.
Biggest issue with OEM reveivers is the crappy paint job. Paint chips around the extraction port are inevitable. Until the paint chipping has settled down somewhat, you’ll be constantly pulling out chips every time you take out the bolt for cleaning the receiver. Very annoying. The SBI or DLASK receiver solves this issue.
Other upgrades both Dlask and SBI receivers have are rear cleaning ports and integrated pic rails. The SBI receiver also has a top mounted set screw through the pic rail to aid with barrel alignment (anti droop), which the DLASK doesn’t have. The SBI also has removable/adjustable ‘legs’ in front of the magazine well. Not really sure why, but another feature DLASK receivers don’t have.
I had an absolute mare trying to attach a GM barrel to a DLASK receiver - heat guns, freezers and ovens all involved but to no avail. Attaching a barrel to the SBI was much easier - almost too easy - but with an adjustable V-block and the aforementioned set screw I’ve had no issues with the barrel moving.
I ended up selling the DLASK receiver and have another SBI on the way. It has all the features I want without the bulk and weight of the DLASK.
YMMV - they’re both well built and an upgrade over the OEM for the finish alone if not the other features. Let us know which you choose!
Thank you for taking the time. Your experience is exactly the kind of information I am looking for. Thanks for the heads up on Saskatoon Gun Works as well. I had no idea other receivers were available.
I thought he meant not everyone knew the SBI receivers accepted Tuf-22 25 round magazines LOL
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Faxon Receivers have a reputation for being oversize as far as barrel tenon fit. I never owned one . I do have a Faxon barrel i a Ruger Receiver that shoots well
I've built an IBI barrel into a Dlask receiver (hard to fit, and I suspect the IBI of being generous-sized), Dlask receiver and barrel (fit properly), and a Faxon barrel into an SBI receiver (almost too loose). Not quite enough data to be sure, other than that if you get both pieces from the same supplier they're more likely to fit nicely together.
CanuckShooter
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Any opinions or recommendations for charging handles? I much prefer the barrel style, never liked the flat curved style that come on the Ruger, or SBI.
Considering the Dlask, Kidd, and the VQ handles. Not sure how they compare in size and comfort, but really like the Kidd design. Can't seem to find them in Canada though.
Also, I notice many of the auto bolt releases look very different. Any difference in function between the Dlask and VQ releases?
Considering the Dlask, Kidd, and the VQ handles. Not sure how they compare in size and comfort, but really like the Kidd design. Can't seem to find them in Canada though.
Also, I notice many of the auto bolt releases look very different. Any difference in function between the Dlask and VQ releases?
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CanuckShooter
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What means did you use in the end to get the IBI barrel in?
I have the VQ handle installed at the moment with a Kidd bolt. Had to file it down a little where it engages the bolt - not visible - resulted in a very nice fit to the bolt. I like the feel of it, extended just enough but not obtrusive.
All auto releases I’ve tried have been about the same - Dlask, VQ and DIY. I’d avoid eBay/amazon options just on principle.
CanuckShooter
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Thanks.
Has anyone tried the SBI barrels with the waisted taper? Interesting design in that they're light in the middle where they can be and thick at the chamber and muzzle where it's most important, but for a fun rapid fire gun like a 10/22 I'm wondering how fast they heat up and lose accuracy compared to a bull or fluted bull. SBI doesn't post any diameter specs so it's hard to tell just how thin the barrels get in the middle.
Has anyone tried the SBI barrels with the waisted taper? Interesting design in that they're light in the middle where they can be and thick at the chamber and muzzle where it's most important, but for a fun rapid fire gun like a 10/22 I'm wondering how fast they heat up and lose accuracy compared to a bull or fluted bull. SBI doesn't post any diameter specs so it's hard to tell just how thin the barrels get in the middle.
