I know the ranch model has a recoil buffer built in from the factory, but Ive had such good success with the buffer sold by Buffer Technologies that Im considering trying to use one in conjunction with the factory buffer in the ranch model I recently acquired. Im new to the ranch model, having always preferred the standard Mini. Any thoughts on this appreciated.
Buffer with Mini 14 Ranch?
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Hey bravo 1. The Ranch does have a buffer bushing, which rotates slightly, to help disperse some of the force from the buffer guide rod. I installed a home made buffer made from neopreme rubber. It helped reduce recoil a little more. However installing a smaller gas port bushing made the "Big" difference in reducing recoil, and brass launching.
I understand it, but it is hard to explain. It has to do with breaking up a single full force vector rearward , into several smaller ones in radial directions rearward to 90 degrees down. How much it reduces from what it could be, I can't say. I can say it isn't enough.
Thats why I added a rubber buffer to help absorb the harsh & sudden metal to metal impact to an impact absorbed into the rubber. The muzzle brake will also reduce recoil. I further reduced the impact by reducing the gas going thru the gas system by installing a smaller gas port bushing. Now its very noticable less than out of the box. Less recoil, better able to keep cross hairs on target, during rapid fire, less damage to reloadable brass, longer scope life, and my shooting buddies to my right appreciate it.
Thats why I added a rubber buffer to help absorb the harsh & sudden metal to metal impact to an impact absorbed into the rubber. The muzzle brake will also reduce recoil. I further reduced the impact by reducing the gas going thru the gas system by installing a smaller gas port bushing. Now its very noticable less than out of the box. Less recoil, better able to keep cross hairs on target, during rapid fire, less damage to reloadable brass, longer scope life, and my shooting buddies to my right appreciate it.
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Mike invented the kit. He also offers a reduced price on trigger job if purchased in combo with the bushing kit.
ASI also has the bushings.
Phone: 503-643-6136
Mike invented the kit. He also offers a reduced price on trigger job if purchased in combo with the bushing kit.
ASI also has the bushings.
For trade. I have one of mike knifongs buffers. I also have his gasport bushings and video. I whatched the video and got some darn good info. I ordered the gasport bushings but will not be using them since the it sorta goes against the purpose of my rifle. I need mags.
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