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Spikes Tactical 5.56 Midlength Lightweight Forged 14.5in Upper Receiver w/Vortex Flash Hider
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Complete Failure of an Upper
Ok let’s get started here. Do not buy this upper or any other from spikes. I’ve learned my lesson.
The barrel is either torqued to well over 100 foot pounds or they didn’t use any anti seize.
The gas tube is misaligned so the bolt gas key is striking it. So that’s how I found this all out. I figured I could quickly fix the alignment but nope. It’s hard seized. I broke my ar wrench on it.
I’m praying that spikes will fix it but the insane negligence on display here doesn’t make me hopeful. I would consider this upper a danger to life and limb at this point. The only thing not ruined on it is that the barrel isn’t clocked somehow.
I could build a better upper than this. Plus I’ve had better luck with Psa of all things.
The barrel is either torqued to well over 100 foot pounds or they didn’t use any anti seize.
The gas tube is misaligned so the bolt gas key is striking it. So that’s how I found this all out. I figured I could quickly fix the alignment but nope. It’s hard seized. I broke my ar wrench on it.
I’m praying that spikes will fix it but the insane negligence on display here doesn’t make me hopeful. I would consider this upper a danger to life and limb at this point. The only thing not ruined on it is that the barrel isn’t clocked somehow.
I could build a better upper than this. Plus I’ve had better luck with Psa of all things.
Pros:
- None - it is not usable
Cons:
- over torqued
- gas tube misaligned
- seized barrel nut
Best Used for:
- nothing
Would recommend: No
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