Ingo lower 2023 builds

[zachcz]

I bought a Bear Creek 22 upper last year 1500 plus rounds through it of several different ammo types and the only problem was caused by me using the mag as a monopod . 16 ” rear charger

Anyone else have thoughts on bear creek uppers. Internet seems to think they are fine. Are they a better option than psa. I have to admit I like the look of them better especially for the price.

 

[tcecil88]

Anyone else have thoughts on bear creek uppers. Internet seems to think they are fine. Are they a better option than psa. I have to admit I like the look of them better especially for the price.

I have a couple BCA barrels and a complete 16" upper that I have had zero issues with. I don't personally have a PSA but I have built a couple up for people and I personally think the BCA is a little better quality, but the PSA's that I have built up run fine for their owners. PSA definitely has a much better selection of kits and BCA has a better selection of calibers.

 

[jwamplerusa]

Just bit on the BCA 16" side charging 22LR dedicated upper.

 

[pitbulld45]

Anyone else have thoughts on bear creek uppers. Internet seems to think they are fine. Are they a better option than psa. I have to admit I like the look of them better especially for the price.

I have a 308 upper and have never had an issue with it.

 

[jwamplerusa]

Together, except for the FCG.

 

[jwamplerusa]

Well, the "polished" FCG is in. It's not awful, but I don't know that I did much good.

I didn't have a stone which I felt comfortable using on the hammer sear and decided to stop before I did something foolish. The trigger faces turned out decent. Could be polished some more, but with the state of the hammer it would probably be a waste.

Now I'm just anxiously awaiting the rest of the bits.

 

[zachcz]

Well, the "polished" FCG is in. It's not awful, but I don't know that I did much good.

I didn't have a stone which I felt comfortable using on the hammer sear and decided to stop before I did something foolish. The trigger faces turned out decent. Could be polished some more, but with the state of the hammer it would probably be a waste.

Now I'm just anxiously awaiting the rest of the bits.

I’m not super comfortable or familiar with ar fcgs so I didn’t mess with mine like I would if it was a pistol. I think I’m going to get a drop in eventually so didn’t even try.

Ordered the bear creak upper. Hoping it’s here the next few days so I can take it to the range end of week

 

[zachcz]

Well the bca upper is supposed to be here today according to ups. Shipped much faster than expected. Have to decide on optic and the extremely basic, low cost build will be complete

 

[jwamplerusa]

Well the bca upper is supposed to be here today according to ups. Shipped much faster than expected. Have to decide on optic and the extremely basic, low cost build will be complete

@zachcz

Let me know how the BCA upper works out. Mine still is not shipped. Last check the website was still showing processing for the order.

ETA: got the shipping notice tonight!

 

[DadSmith]

Together, except for the FCG.

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Now that makes we wonder if one could inlay an INGO coin on a receiver?

 

[DadSmith]

Well the bca upper is supposed to be here today according to ups. Shipped much faster than expected. Have to decide on optic and the extremely basic, low cost build will be complete

I bought a 20" upper from them. I only have 80rd through it so far not even broken in yet. However, it's been flawless, and accuracy even though it isn't broken in yet has been sub moa.

 

[zachcz]

Finished for now besides sights. Upper seems solid. Super fast shipping. I think I’m just going to go irons over a red dot or scope. Anybody have any advice on cheaper than magpul mbus thst seem to hold up ok. This will get shot very little. I’m sure a nice honeymoon period then just sit in safe

 

[jwamplerusa]

First outing with the BCA 22lr side charger was pretty abysmal. Trying to stay positive and follow their recommendation to break-in for 200 - 300 rounds.

I finally reached the 250 round point, but with a nearly 50% failure to ignite the primer it was no fun. From what I could tell the scope should work out (Bushnell 3-9). Accuracy is hard to tell with the ignition frustration. Heavier than I anticipated, it's nearly a bull barrel.

Came home and did a deep clean including firing pin and channel. The firing pin leaves me suspicious, I've never seen a rimfire with a round firing pin. Strikes were VERY light, I suspect due to the contact area of the firing pin face. The Federal was far worse than the Aguila.

 

[Mgderf]

First outing with the BCA 22lr side charger was pretty abysmal. Trying to stay positive and follow their recommendation to break-in for 200 - 300 rounds.

I finally reached the 250 round point, but with a nearly 50% failure to ignite the primer it was no fun. From what I could tell the scope should work out (Bushnell 3-9). Accuracy is hard to tell with the ignition frustration. Heavier than I anticipated, it's nearly a bull barrel.

Came home and did a deep clean including firing pin and channel. The firing pin leaves me suspicious, I've never seen a rimfire with a round firing pin. Strikes were VERY light, I suspect due to the contact area of the firing pin face. The Federal was far worse than the Aguila.

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Uh, yeah, that's not right!
Every last rimfire firing pin I've ever seen is flat faced.
If the firing pin is rounded' I would be contacting BCA a.s.a.p.

 

[turnerdye1]

Assembled this with mostly spare parts laying around. It’s probably going to get a paint job soon.

 

[gassprint1]

First outing with the BCA 22lr side charger was pretty abysmal. Trying to stay positive and follow their recommendation to break-in for 200 - 300 rounds.

I finally reached the 250 round point, but with a nearly 50% failure to ignite the primer it was no fun. From what I could tell the scope should work out (Bushnell 3-9). Accuracy is hard to tell with the ignition frustration. Heavier than I anticipated, it's nearly a bull barrel.

Came home and did a deep clean including firing pin and channel. The firing pin leaves me suspicious, I've never seen a rimfire with a round firing pin. Strikes were VERY light, I suspect due to the contact area of the firing pin face. The Federal was far worse than the Aguila.

View attachment 262177

Uh, yeah, that's not right!
Every last rimfire firing pin I've ever seen is flat faced.
If the firing pin is rounded' I would be contacting BCA a.s.a.p.

Yea, that is very odd. A bigger round pin takes up more surface area which spreads the hit, lightening the strike. Contact the company and see if the have another pin that is normal. I would guess the fire pin isn't the same from 1 end to the other? If the company is sending you another pin, grind the head of the old 1 to the flat spade like all other are and see if that works.

 

[jwamplerusa]

Yea, that is very odd. A bigger round pin takes up more surface area which spreads the hit, lightening the strike. Contact the company and see if the have another pin that is normal. I would guess the fire pin isn't the same from 1 end to the other? If the company is sending you another pin, grind the head of the old 1 to the flat spade like all other are and see if that works.

I have a query in at BCA. Hopefully they will be responsive.

I have already taken a file to the tip and reduced the area a bit. I probably won't go test fire until I have an response from BCA.

 

[gassprint1]

I have a query in at BCA. Hopefully they will be responsive.

I have already taken a file to the tip and reduced the area a bit. I probably won't go test fire until I have an response from BCA.

I'd probably test anyways. Either it works or it doesn't because the pin could need to be just a hair longer..too short a strike. Did they have pics of replacement fire pins with the "normal" face contour?

 

[Indy574]

It’s not hitting the rim of the rimfire cartridge. Maybe there is a misalignment somewhere. I’m not familiar with AR 22’s so it’s a shot in the dark.

 

[jwamplerusa]

BCA is sending a firing pin. It will be illuminating to see what I receive regarding a tip profile.