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What are the 2 tabs for on the mating surface to the upper receiver? I have a Davidson Defense side charging upper that the tabs don’t work? — 1 Answer

by John Daniel, from AZ, United States Asked on May 20, 2026

Name TRYBE Defense AR-15 Magnesium Alloy Ultra Function Lightweight M-LOK Handguard w/ Cut Top Rail (3.4)
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Answered by CalH, member, from AR, United States, on May 22, 2026

I used a Dremel to remove the tabs. Really like this light weight handguard. Don't go more than 35 ft lbs barrel nut torque.

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