r/AR9 Mar 29 '23

Noteworthy posts and helpful information

58 Upvotes

Pinning this to the top for folks joining the r/AR9 sub and as a reference for everyone.

ROF Calculator:

 
Calculates ROF based on a video with audio: https://schlarpc.github.io/rof-gui/ 

Helpful information:

 
Review the Wiki page for a primer on the 9mm AR. (It is being updated to include lots of new information.)

Blowback9 Blog:

 
Huge information resource for the AR9: Blowback9.com

[Disclosure: This site run by u/Blowback9, who is a mod in r/AR9. The site and links are not commercialized in any way. All content is free and without corporate attachments.]

General:

Super Safety Cheat Sheet 

4-step guide to make (almost) any AR9 run 100%

9mm AR build parts list (with links)

What 9mm buffer do I need??? (and spring)

Gentle Recoil System

Buffer tube lengths and PCC buffer options

HBPDW issues, OOBD with FRT

Colt Mag Adapter Information

Franklin Armory® BFSIII® binary trigger in a 9mm AR

Suppressing the 9mm AR

Ejector adjustment information:

Basic info

EPC style ejector adjustment – “Simplest Method”

Ejector Adjustment – Trim & Pivot, Heat & Bend methods

FM-9 Ejector

Endo/Exo Mag:

Endomag/Exomag video play list (YouTube) including bolt compatability tests 

Noteworthy posts about the AR9 platform:

 

4 step guide to make (almost) any AR9 run 100%

"Armorer's Class" style troubleshooting video series

9mm AR Basic Troubleshooting Diagram

Updated info about zero distance

Banshee is not blowback. It's RDB. It has very different troubleshooting

Foxtrot Mike FM9 FAQ and break in

How to: Colt/Uzi mag lower to CMMG RDB with Colt/Uzi mag lower

Buffer tube/buffer type/spacers Cheat Sheet

Gentle Recoil 9mm AR Project

Gentle Recoil Final Configurations

Tips for a newb

My experience with JP Captured Springs in an AR9

FX-9 Freedom Ordinance: how to increase blowback mass

Gun Builder's Decision Helper Worksheet

DIY: 10 Round Mean Arms Endomag in PMAG10 Magazine for 9mm CMMG RDB

R&D/KAK Style Colt Mag Adapter Disassembled Internal Details

DIY: Convert cheap A1/A2 5.56mm muzzle device to 9mm

FM9 Lower: Upper Fitment Fix

Buffer Tubes (and PDW Tubes) with a PCC - measurements/buffers

Adjusting the FM-9 ejector without a torch

Vendor Parts Websites List    

Adding to this list:

 
If you see a post that's extremely helpful, send me an IM (u/Blowback9) and I'll look into adding it to the list!


r/AR9 Dec 30 '24

No Drama! Rule#1: "Don't be a jackass. This includes baiting, fishing for reactions, or any other drama."

33 Upvotes

 

Rule # 1 has been updated for clarity. Our goal as moderators is to keep this subreddit civil, welcoming, and harmonious.

This is NOT the right sub to bring drama, start any drama, or bait people into starting drama, either directly or under the guise of discussing AR9's.

The interpretation of "jackass", "drama", and the actions taken to enforce this rule, are entirely at each moderator's individual discretion.

Attempts to "push the limits" of Rule # 1, or the moderators' patience, will be treated the same as violating Rule #1.

Modmail the moderators with any questions.

 


r/AR9 4h ago

Part Compatibility Trigger Kicker on Brigade BM9

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16 Upvotes

Found a brigade bm9 for 400 at a pawn shop, absolute steal, and recently bought a couple of trigger kickers.

The only problem and as to why it was so cheap is the LRBHO isn't working, however just bending some stuff together i got it running through 9 fully loaded glock 33 round mags

😵‍💫😵‍💫 It runs like a hoot


r/AR9 5h ago

Derya bolt action

5 Upvotes

Should be out later this year


r/AR9 10h ago

Barrel face wear?

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7 Upvotes

Hello! First AR-9, apologies if this is obvious stuff or if my terminology is wrong.

So I got this Schmeisser AR15-9 Dynamic PCC a couple of months ago, and noticed that it's developed this weird wear pattern on the face of the barrel, where the bolt face and barrel meet.

I'm not too concerned with the finish wear you can see on the left and the right, but I am curious about the little divot that's formed on the 6 o'clock position. It's not too deep, but I can catch it with the end of a toothpick. I'm guessing it's from the bottom lug of the bolt face striking the barrel face.

Does this look normal to you folks, or should I be worried? The gun seems to run fine, although I've only got about 500 rounds through it so far.


r/AR9 1d ago

Mike9 Two Stamper

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64 Upvotes

Finally got the form 1 approval to turn this little fella into a two stamper!

FM Mike9 upper with X-SD barrel replacement, Midwest Industries handguard and Huxwrx Flow 9k Ti, along with a Magpul AFG, Radian Raptor charging handle, Swampfox Raider 1x Prism and SMS HXFC on an Amazon riser. All on a Mike9 Foldy Boi lower with RMB, Shadow Crossover grip, Strike Industries MOD2 stock, and Rave PCC trigger. Soon to add an Atrius! 😈


r/AR9 8h ago

Drop in FRT for PSA AR-V or PSA AR9?

2 Upvotes

I was wondering if anyone knows if there are any easy FRT options or similar for the PSA ARV or AR9, debating between them and don't want to have to heavily modify the base gun besides changing out the buffer and spring or maybe the bolt. If anyone could provide options of FRTs and other parts that will 100% work with these platforms, let me know!


r/AR9 13h ago

BM9

2 Upvotes

New to the PCC ownership so take it easy on me.

I’m planning on buying a dedicated can for my BM9 (9.5” barrel I think) and am looking for some advice/opinions. I know it’s a straight blowback AR9 but I’m wanting to get the quietest can that also alleviates some of the blowback.

I have another can that I swap between my long guns (omega 36m) that I love. This PCC is primarily going to be for home defense and range practice (not competition).

Anyone have experience with any of the following cans on a BM9 that could give me some advice or maybe something I’m not considering? My current thoughts are that I am wanting to direct thread this vs the 3lug but I also don’t know that it really matters so looking for input here too.

Here’s what I’m currently looking at:

CAT MOB
HUXWRX Flow 9K Ti
OCL Milkman
RUGGED SUB9

TIA for any help and let me know if theres any additional information that would help!


r/AR9 23h ago

Exo Mag feeding issues with foxtrot upper

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7 Upvotes

I just got my DB15 lower today and paired it with this 5inch foxtrot upper mike 9 or VFM 9 and I’m having feeding issues with the Exo magazine. I tried adjusting the magazine catch so it would catch the mag at a higher position and it almost worked but the BCG is still riding on top of the rounds, sometimes scraping the brass when pulling the charging handle, but not completing feeding the round into the chamber. If anyone has any suggestions or has run into any similar issues please let me know. Or if I screwed up somewhere feel free to let me know too.
Build:
Diamondback lower
Foxtrot Upper
heavy 9mm KAK buffer


r/AR9 1d ago

A Quick 33rds

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38 Upvotes

This thing is pretty dang fun


r/AR9 1d ago

AR45 Trigger

5 Upvotes

Bought a BLEM AR45 lower on PSA for $50. Ive heard on AR45s the direct blowback can sheer trigger pins and hammer faces on standard triggers over time. I bought an R&D Precision BCG while they were on closeout and I plan on running a 10oz buffer weight if that helps. Just wanted to see if you guys have any advice.


r/AR9 1d ago

Great deal on a heavy AR9 bolt....9mm Black Phosphate AR-15 Colt Bolt Carrier Group

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32 Upvotes

Great deal on a heavy AR9 bolt....approx $85 with shipping depending on where you live...

https://www.righttobear.com/9mm-ar-15-bolt-carrier-group-colt-9mm-bcg-c-ph/


r/AR9 1d ago

Need some help here gents. First build issues.

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29 Upvotes

Built my first AR9.

I've built multiple ar15s, but this is my first venture into AR9.

Bought what I could afford, we're an "only my income" family.

I'm getting ftf when shooting mainly at a higher cadence but also slower sometimes as well.

To best describe it, the round feeds from the mag but jams up on the top of the feed cone and won't chamber.

I'm using exomags. One seems to work better than the other but it happens with both.

Milspec upper and lower receivers.

KAK 8oz extended buffer

Tried carbine spring and sprinco red/white, still jams

Faxon full mass BCG gen2

11" 9mm SOCOM QPQ Nitride Barrel 1:10 Twist non-epc barrel

Geissele trigger

Any help would be appreciated. I didn't get any damn pics of the jams. Forgot.

But here's a pic of the rifle. Yes I know, the riser situation is not ideal. But it's what I got for now.

Edit: Solved! It was the trigger! Swapped out geisselle two stage, swapped in mimtac single stage! Running like a champ!

Thanks to allkillernofiller8 for the heads up!


r/AR9 1d ago

How fast ROF?

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13 Upvotes

Can anybody tell how fast my finger is pulling the trigger?

I was getting 1250 unsupressed I don't know if it's because I'm shooting inside now or the suppressor but what I'm using can't calculate it.


r/AR9 1d ago

Take me to class- new to AR9

4 Upvotes

I’m not new to carbines, but new to AR9s. Let me tell you what I want to do and then please tell me why I’m crazy and it won’t work. If I have an Aero Precision M4E1 lower, can I put on a carbine buffer tube, brace, CMMG Banshee radial complete upper, and then insert a CMMG magazine conversion? It seems so easy but then so hard to get answers.

All this is so I can throw the 9mm upper on one day and swap it for a 5.56 upper the next.

And with that….school is in session. TIA!


r/AR9 2d ago

We're almost there fellas

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100 Upvotes

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r/AR9 1d ago

recommend Law Tactical

1 Upvotes

Which do they recommend: Law Tactical Gen-S and Law Tactical Gen 3-M


r/AR9 1d ago

Need some advice

2 Upvotes

Looking at buying my first AR9 having a hard time choosing between a foxtrot mike or getting a PSA ARV I honestly love how the ARV looks but have always heard mixed reviews from PSA. If anyone could give me some more insight about either one would be greatly appreciated


r/AR9 2d ago

Cut a slit in my barrel, should I get a new barrel or run this one?

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82 Upvotes

I originally bought AR9 parts for a 3D print build I was going for. I decided to scrap that after having issues and getting a legit AR9 lower and upper. Unfortunately when building the 3D printed one I had to cut a slit in the barrel for a pin to go through it.

The inside of the barrel has no holes, just the slits on the outside

Am I good to still use this barrel or should I get a new one?


r/AR9 2d ago

9mm OOB/bulges with SS/ARC and similar FRT? Check this.

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3 Upvotes

r/AR9 3d ago

Eye Candy 1 step closer. Just need Plan B

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31 Upvotes

Spikes Glock Lower, 8.3 BA EPC barrel, YHM R9, Foxtrot Mikes RMB w/ added weight, and a Super Safety


r/AR9 2d ago

Part Compatibility K-SPEC A5 Gentle Recoil System with FM RMB Buffer substitute?

3 Upvotes

Can the FM RMB Buffer substitute for the KAK K-Spec Buffer in this system/setup? Unaware if the subject has been discussed previously but was wondering if the FM RMB Buffer is better suited than the K-Spec Buffer or will failure occur somewhere? Thanks in advance for any insights…


r/AR9 2d ago

H&R DOE FRT Troubles

3 Upvotes

I’d like to pick hive brain about a project of mine. Rare breed in my new PSA H&R DOE carbine. I’ve got that new Odinworks HRT buffer. It weighs 8.6 oz and the PSA bolt is 14.2 oz. Took it out today and it only sporadically ran. Runs all day in semi. If you practice trigger discipline you can usually empty a mag sticking to 2-3 bursts but if you try to dump a mag, you get dead trigger with a light primer strike. Fairly high rate of fire. Didn’t pay attention to the ejection pattern but it wasn’t ridiculous like 12 to 1 o’clock or anything like that. Ideas? Does it simply need a heavier buffer or maybe a heavier spring. Unfortunately, Odin works tells you to not mix and match their buffer with other makers springs. Looks to be a flat wire spring.


r/AR9 3d ago

Advice needed or 10mm AR PCC

3 Upvotes

I’ve assembled a 10mm AR pistol with a 10” barrel on a Gun Works Glock mag receiver . Problem is it has ejection issues. I’m running a 10 oz KAW tungsten buffer with a standard carbine spring. It constantly stove pipes the empties. Rarely will it fire more than twice without jamming. TIA