[timbo937]

I added a wood stock to my mini 14 tactical. I'm looking for the best way to add a sling swivel stud to the forearm.

I've heard about the Harris #2 bipod adaptor, but I've also heard that it isn't that durable (threaded stud is pressed into the mounting plate.)

Any ideas?

Thanks

 

[gundoc]

Remove the reinforcing hardware and liner. Drill a hole where you want the stud and inlet the forend channel for a threaded plate (drill and tap a piece of scrap) or flat nut so it will fit under the forend liner. Many times I use the Hillman T-nuts for wood work in the Lowe's hardware section. You'll need to cut off the threaded portion to the proper length so the stud pulls up tight, which can be done with a rotary tool and a cut off wheel. Trim the stud to length and put it all back together. Use some red thread locker or stake the stud to the nut/plate if you like. If the action binds or drags you need to inlet the nut/plate a little deeper. If you plan to use a bipod, come back from the rear edge of the gas block at least 1.75" when drilling the stud hole and most all stud attached bipods will fit perfectly.

You can also remove the loop from the gas block, make sure it's drilled all the way through and mill, grind or file the ends until they're nice and flat and a regular swivel will lock in place properly. If you don't the swivel will fit, but probably won't lock due to the width.

 

[timbo937]

Thanks GunDoc. I was going to try the gas block way, but I wanted to see if there was a way to do it on the stock.

I appreciate the help.

 

[gundoc]

You're welcome. That's how I've done it for years to many a Mini. It's a lot easier, cheaper, and better looking than the adapter.

 

[timbo937]

completed

Well. I finally got around to thinning the mount for the sling. Really easy to do. I used a flat grinding wheel on a Dremel tool and took my time. I used a micrometer to measure and to take about the same amount of material from each side.

With the use of cold blue, it is barely noticeable.

I also did the gas block bushing change. I used a .045" bushing and the brass doesn't fly nearly as far. I didn't notice a major change in muzzle rise, but I'm working on getting a Smith Good Iron muzzle brake.

Thanks, GunDoc for all your help.

 

[gundoc]

You're very welcome. Lemme know anytime I can help.