chris1280 Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 A big shout out to this forum for helping me build my Holy Grail M4. I don't normally post pics of my guns but I'm pretty excited for this one. Upgrades: -14" Barrel Assembly(Only 18 days to get my Form 1 approved) -CC Ti 5rd tube(Still waiting for it) -CC mag tube plug/Spring -IWS sling mount -IWS light mount -FFT foregrips Stippled by Suregrips Custom -Limbsaver 10403 pad -GG&G bolt release -DMW safety -KZ charging handle(Might change it) -Benelli collapsable stock -Sync RMR mount -RMR06 type 2 -DMW 2 round extended tube -A&S Trigger guard -TTI AccuGuide Extended Carrier -Surefire Z57 tailcap -Modlite PLV2 5 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpha 33 Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 Very nicely done. I don't see your ammo saddle listed? I have been searching off and on for a couple of those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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chris1280 Posted July 4, 2021 Author Share Posted July 4, 2021 (edited) The shotgun card is from Esstac. https://esstac.com/6rnd-shotgun-card-12gauge/ I've been using that particular one for a little more than 2 years and keep rounds loaded into it and there are no issues with retention. Edited July 4, 2021 by chris1280 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpha 33 Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 How is the velcro applied to the receiver? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubicon20032003 Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 (edited) I got two cc ti 5 shot tubes a few weeks ago.Waiting on one more.Way they talked end of august. Edited July 4, 2021 by rubicon20032003 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris1280 Posted July 4, 2021 Author Share Posted July 4, 2021 50 minutes ago, alpha 33 said: How is the velcro applied to the receiver? I cleaned the side of the receiver with acetone and used this heavy duty velcro, just the loop portion. https://www.amazon.com/VELCRO-Brand-Industrial-Strength-Fasteners/dp/B00006IC2T/ref=sr_1_3?crid=I04W4I8FTUAH&dchild=1&keywords=velcro+90593+2"+x+4'+black+industrial+strength+tape&qid=1625415875&sprefix=velcro+90593%2Caps%2C178&sr=8-3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris1280 Posted July 4, 2021 Author Share Posted July 4, 2021 28 minutes ago, rubicon20032003 said: I got two cc ti 5 shot tubes a few weeks ago.Waiting on one more.Way they talked end of august. I placed my order on May 10th so hopefully I'll get it by the end of August. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpha 33 Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 24 minutes ago, chris1280 said: I cleaned the side of the receiver with acetone and used this heavy duty velcro, just the loop portion. I guess my concern is what, if any, damage is done to the receiver finish if left on for a long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris1280 Posted July 4, 2021 Author Share Posted July 4, 2021 51 minutes ago, alpha 33 said: I guess my concern is what, if any, damage is done to the receiver finish if left on for a long time. I had the same velcro loop on the receiver for almost 2 years and about a month ago I peeled it off so I could get the receiver engraved and although it was really on there it came off with no residue left behind and no discoloration or damage to the receiver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calviroman Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 Looks great, very thoughtfully done, and very classy setup! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwingsfansfc Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 2 hours ago, alpha 33 said: I guess my concern is what, if any, damage is done to the receiver finish if left on for a long time. None. If really worried about it, you can sweet talk it off with acetone as you peel it back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpha 33 Posted July 4, 2021 Share Posted July 4, 2021 Great, I'm going to get me a couple.......................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unobtanium Posted July 5, 2021 Share Posted July 5, 2021 OP, can you update us? I have the Esstac cards and their velcro, 5 shot, and it slowly began peeling my velcro off the de-greased receiver with the loaded shot card. Has it done this to you, as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris1280 Posted July 5, 2021 Author Share Posted July 5, 2021 50 minutes ago, Unobtanium said: OP, can you update us? I have the Esstac cards and their velcro, 5 shot, and it slowly began peeling my velcro off the de-greased receiver with the loaded shot card. Has it done this to you, as well? I'm not sure which loop velcro Esstac sends out because I bought their 6 rd shotgun cards from skdtac.com so I had to source my own loop side. I've been using the same box of velcro that I picked up from Home Depot about 2 years ago or so. I just installed a fresh piece about a month ago which is what you see in the above pics since I had to take the original piece off to get my receiver engraved. The original piece held strong for about 2 years with a 6 round card constantly velcro'd to the receiver. Hopefully I'll have the same success with this new piece. If I start to have issues then I'll update this post. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DailyEDC Posted July 5, 2021 Share Posted July 5, 2021 super clean setup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJHUB Posted July 19, 2021 Share Posted July 19, 2021 Any reason not to go ahead and get the 7 rnd esstac card? Looks like it would fit nicely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArthurMorgan Posted July 19, 2021 Share Posted July 19, 2021 47 minutes ago, RJHUB said: Any reason not to go ahead and get the 7 rnd esstac card? Looks like it would fit nicely. From my experience i assume it's just personal preference. I use the 7 and it's pretty much perfect. Nothing in the way, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris1280 Posted July 20, 2021 Author Share Posted July 20, 2021 (edited) 23 hours ago, RJHUB said: Any reason not to go ahead and get the 7 rnd esstac card? Looks like it would fit nicely. Honestly, there is no specific reason other than it's what I've had on hand from when I owned a Rem 870. But I agree with ArthurMorgan that the 7rd cards would fit my needs better. Edited July 20, 2021 by chris1280 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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