School me on an AR-15

[Double T]

I want one, the wife wants one.

I would like to build it.

My question is, what do I "need" to have a completed lower?

I am looking at the PSA lower receiver and the LPK with fire control parts.

What else would I need to order to have a "complete" lower?


My goal is to buy the lower, then the LPK, then whatever else, and then wait for a deal on an upper.

Thanks,
TT

 

[jshaft37]

What else would I need to order to have a "complete" lower?

you'll most likely need, depending on the stock you get:

stock, buffer tube, buffer, buffer spring, castle nut, latch plate.

PSA, Spikes, etc, etc sell stock kits at a good value.

 

[civicisaye]

I would recommend using one of PSA's lower build kits. Come with EVERYTHING you need to complete a lower.

 

[bullitstang1313]

Like mentioned above, it depends on what kind of stock you are looking at. Of course you need the stripped lower and lower parts kit, and either of the following.

For an adjustable stock, you need the buffer tube, buffer, spring, stock, castle nut, end plate (or sling adapter).

For a fixed stock, you need the buffer tube, buffer, spring, and stock.

If you aren't sure on what you want your setup to be, take a look at the image threads. Also, check out AR15.com. They have a FAQ on AR15 builds that is quite helpful and plenty of picture threads to keep you wishing for a long time. Good luck and welcome to the addiction. Once you build one, you will want to keep going.

 

[mac45]

Also, check out AR15.com. They have a FAQ on AR15 builds that is quite helpful and plenty of picture threads to keep you wishing for a long time.

+1 to the FAQ's at AR15.com
Brownells has a really good series of videos here
GunTech : How to Build An AR-15 Video - World's Largest Supplier of Firearm Accessories, Gun Parts and Gunsmithing Tools - BROWNELLS

Be careful, they really can be addictive

 

[SaintsNSinners]

Brownells also has an online interactive AR builder