Freakishly Converting a Kel-Tec

BattleRifleG3 · 08-23-2003, 02:10 PM

Seeing one listed for a pretty low price, I started thinking of how I would make one suit me. Every mod i can think of makes it look more like an AR-15.

First, I'd do something about the reciprocating charging handle. Either I'd mount one on the side, or make some enclosure for the existing handle where you pull it with a non-reciprocating handle. Then I'd do something about the plastic sites. Maybe install an AR-15 front and rear site. And depending on how the furniture attaches, maybe even AR furniture that I have laying around, since I've never had an AR.

Yeah, it wouldn't fold anymore, but I never needed it to fold anyway.

So is this on your list of reasons to shoot me, or you think it's a good idea?

Big Dog · 08-23-2003, 03:58 PM

A CAR-15 buttstock fitted over the recoil spring tube, as long as it's about 2" longer than the original stock. Good idea.
The ability to take hi-caps is a good thing. Definitely replace those horrid Mattel sights. The elevation-adjustable front sight of the Hi-point is a neat aluminum casting that slips on the barrel and locks with setscrews - should be easy to adapt. If a Weaver base could be fitted atop the receiver, there are some rear sights that can be attached to it.
I never liked the folding idea either. I figure if you need something that compact, get a MAC11 or a handgun.

08-23-2003, 02:10 PM	#1
BattleRifleG3 Super Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Western PA Posts: 11,401 Trader Rating: (0)	Freakishly Converting a Kel-Tec Seeing one listed for a pretty low price, I started thinking of how I would make one suit me. Every mod i can think of makes it look more like an AR-15. First, I'd do something about the reciprocating charging handle. Either I'd mount one on the side, or make some enclosure for the existing handle where you pull it with a non-reciprocating handle. Then I'd do something about the plastic sites. Maybe install an AR-15 front and rear site. And depending on how the furniture attaches, maybe even AR furniture that I have laying around, since I've never had an AR. Yeah, it wouldn't fold anymore, but I never needed it to fold anyway. So is this on your list of reasons to shoot me, or you think it's a good idea? __________________ Trust is earned, not... GIVEN away. - Worf

08-23-2003, 03:58 PM	#2
Big Dog Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tallahassee, Florida Posts: 10,020 Trader Rating: (0)	A CAR-15 buttstock fitted over the recoil spring tube, as long as it's about 2" longer than the original stock. Good idea. The ability to take hi-caps is a good thing. Definitely replace those horrid Mattel sights. The elevation-adjustable front sight of the Hi-point is a neat aluminum casting that slips on the barrel and locks with setscrews - should be easy to adapt. If a Weaver base could be fitted atop the receiver, there are some rear sights that can be attached to it. I never liked the folding idea either. I figure if you need something that compact, get a MAC11 or a handgun. __________________ Moderator of: AR15/M16, M14/M1A, New/Beginning Shooters and Militaria/Collectables.