[Tubbs]

I had no idea until very recently that the AR family of weapons could actually get any better than what the Corps issued me. That's why I was never interested in owning one. I mean, yeah you see the competition rigs in gun mags, but on a social workers salery, yeah right.
I am really stoked now thanks to all of the great feedback I've gotten. I've taken the time to look through the resources you've all been gracious enough to provide me with.
kgoerz, thanks especially for the tip about loctite, I would've never thought to use it. Now that I have the appropriate tools, finishing this project should be a breeze and a joy. As soon as I finish with it I will put up some pics on one of the many gun pics thread that pop up.