Thanks 82. I was (originally) going to go with a "plain" A2 style, for sentimental reasons. But, I picked up a complete older A2 weapon for $688 (my cost) so that takes care of that.
So, now I can kinda do whatever I want for this one, but still want a pretty "basic" carbine style with retractable stock. I'll put a scope on the other (longer barrel), so this CARBINE setup will end up with a shorter (16"+ I think is my civilian minimum) barrel and just a RedDot of some kind.
This will be pretty much a "shorter range" (<350yd "urban" type "close quarters" setup).
That's good to know about the different parts kit based on the stock choice.
I didn't know that effected the Lower parts choices.
I haven't had an AR (dissassembled) in my hands since 10+ years ago in the USAF, so I'm pretty much of an M4 virgin, and clueless to the ways of the carbine (and vague on the AR in general).
But, I gotta do this while it's still "legal", so, Shadowspear is my guide for this project, and I'll go with pretty much whatever you folks advise (on the limited budget). Brownells (or RRA) sounds like the easiest way to start off, since we are STILL waiting for parts kits at work, maybe they're quicker. I'm sure LOTSA folks are doing this same project right now...so I should just get one ordered, I guess.
We have a "$29 repair kit" in stock, but it looks like it doesn't include the "trigger assembly" so I wonder if I should just go ahead and get that, and order a better trigger setup? This is all new territory for me...so I'm kinda stumbling around a bit.
But, I also don't want to be too much of a pain in the ass.
Thanks for any help folks. It's appreciated.