@@big-k-7.62. if you have an extension installed straight out it increases the torque you are applying. There's a formula you can use to reduce the torque setting on the wrench. But most people hate math so the cheat is to just turn the adapter 90 degrees thus not increasing the length of tool so no math required. Most gun "professionals" on TH-cam will set their wrench to the highest setting so instead of aiming for the middle of a 30-40 inlb setting they go for the top cause tighter is better to gun people regardless of what the material needs and who needs to make room for mechanical error. So instead of 35 they go to the max of 40. And use their adapter straight and actually over torque it. Fortunately over torquing a gun part will never result in something crashing and dyng. But it's wrong, and why be wrong when it's so easy to be right.
I believe these are OEMed by Cross Machine and Tool, and they're rock solid. Only thing I would change is make the wrench a little beefier so it doesn't feel so flimsy.
Rifle Speed Gas Block website has a calculator to determine what length AGB to use. I know this is video is dedicated to the selling of Forward Control handguards. This video missed/lost the opportunity to install and feature the Rifle Speed AGB as it is intended to be utilized. The handguard covers up the selector dial of the Rifle Speed gas block.
Guys if your new to this when putting on the barrel nut you want to torque once and loosen torque twice and loosen then torque the third time and your good to go.
It's probably six-of-one-and-half-dozen-of-the-other, but I prefer a breaker type torque wrench vs a dial-indicating type. Dial type tend to more readily go out of calibration, especially if mishandled, than a breaker type.
What grade or alloy of bolts should be used for a free float handguard? There doesn't seem to be an industry standard for this. Grade 2, 5, 8, 18-8 stainless?
I had a handguard that used a screw that went into a nut on the other side and compressed the handguard. The threads on the screw stripped out one day when I was shooting and the handguard became a tiny bit loose. There were no markings on the screw head but I replaced the screw and nut with 18-8 stainless parts @@justinschuyler
Unlike Geiselle, who wants more money ,and can’t supply the BN wrench anymore, and then every major company, including Brownells and Geiselle themselves doesn’t have one in stock. I’m sure Mr. Geiselle provides the federal gov’t with them by the box. Thanks Bill. 👍🏻
Thanks for being the first and only gunsmith on TH-cam to correctly use a torque wrench with the adapter at 90 degrees.
What results does that yield from any different degree?
@@big-k-7.62. if you have an extension installed straight out it increases the torque you are applying. There's a formula you can use to reduce the torque setting on the wrench. But most people hate math so the cheat is to just turn the adapter 90 degrees thus not increasing the length of tool so no math required. Most gun "professionals" on TH-cam will set their wrench to the highest setting so instead of aiming for the middle of a 30-40 inlb setting they go for the top cause tighter is better to gun people regardless of what the material needs and who needs to make room for mechanical error. So instead of 35 they go to the max of 40. And use their adapter straight and actually over torque it. Fortunately over torquing a gun part will never result in something crashing and dyng. But it's wrong, and why be wrong when it's so easy to be right.
@@big-k-7.62. th-cam.com/video/RM7YSlmQxh0/w-d-xo.htmlsi=_cyQWgkSThUCj4N3
Wouldn’t you want to go with a longer version of the Rifle Speed gas block so it can be used as intended?
i can’t eat or sleep without watching a brownells video thank you for this
I believe these are OEMed by Cross Machine and Tool, and they're rock solid. Only thing I would change is make the wrench a little beefier so it doesn't feel so flimsy.
Yep. CMT makes a great rail but KAK recently released one very similar that uses a steel barrel nut which is even better.
CMT’s “one time use” wrenches are atrocious. They really need to offer something better.
Rifle Speed Gas Block website has a calculator to determine what length AGB to use.
I know this is video is dedicated to the selling of Forward Control handguards.
This video missed/lost the opportunity to install and feature the Rifle Speed AGB as it is intended to be utilized. The handguard covers up the selector dial of the Rifle Speed gas block.
That’s one sexy looking hand guard!
No!! Ugly as circles, just like Midwest Industries’s 😅
Guys if your new to this when putting on the barrel nut you want to torque once and loosen torque twice and loosen then torque the third time and your good to go.
Solid advice. I see all kinds of bubbas commenting when they know nothing
Almost identical to my Cross Machine Tool handguard. Looks sweet!
Cross Machine & Tool produces that handguard for FCD. Forward Controls just slaps a duck on the side and adds a "cool" tax.
@@jonathanwick1265 also, no qd socket on the FCD
It's probably six-of-one-and-half-dozen-of-the-other, but I prefer a breaker type torque wrench vs a dial-indicating type. Dial type tend to more readily go out of calibration, especially if mishandled, than a breaker type.
How come you didn't use the Brownells Handguard Alignment Tool for installation? Just curious...
The anti rotation tabs on the handguard fit snug against the receiver so it's not needed.
What grade or alloy of bolts should be used for a free float handguard? There doesn't seem to be an industry standard for this. Grade 2, 5, 8, 18-8 stainless?
We’re talking inch pounds so grade isn’t really an issue. The crappiest screw you could buy will easily strip out an aluminum handguard.
I had a handguard that used a screw that went into a nut on the other side and compressed the handguard. The threads on the screw stripped out one day when I was shooting and the handguard became a tiny bit loose. There were no markings on the screw head but I replaced the screw and nut with 18-8 stainless parts @@justinschuyler
Do you ever have anything in stock? Seems like most items you carry have been out of stock for the past few years
What length is this handguard
Unlike Geiselle, who wants more money ,and can’t supply the BN wrench anymore, and then every major company, including Brownells and Geiselle themselves doesn’t have one in stock. I’m sure Mr. Geiselle provides the federal gov’t with them by the box. Thanks Bill. 👍🏻
Is that torque wrench form the 1920’s ?
I have one like that, works fine and doesn’t need batteries.
No, it's actually a modern and expensive precision instrument.
890 Macy Landing
Dear brownell. Stop selling your 25 round mag for $70.. your friend, everyone in America 😘🇺🇲
Palmetto State Army 30 round PMAGs under $12.50.
@@rangerdave9255 don't change the fact that they're overcharging for an American icon
It's just another CMT handguard.
I didn't hear a click.
8393 Murphy Circle