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My next rifle, l love my tread, the three throng flash hider is so much better on my sig tread m400 then a bird cage. Got the rifle, for 895, 1450 after upgrades on trigger,cmc, radial charger,red dot,tac 6 case, vert grip. Then .556 ammo, 45 cents a round. The new tread has one place instead of two for sling. The handguard looks like science fiction. I am sure you can switch it out.Its quite different then my tread, like the tread 2.00 best with new upgrades , most people had that one anyway, the 13 inch looks great, with some stainless steel showing to the flash hider.

I've been wanting one...

I bought my CAR 15 in 1978. I went in to buy a AR15 HBAR, but my wife thought the CAR15 was cute and she wanted to be able to shoot it too. I had several Vietnam veteran friends, we all shot 5.56, 30 round mags. Back in the 70's to early 90's there were many places to shoot here in So Cal. All that has changed now.

Nice rifle! There’s definitely a cool vibe with the retro style rifles these days. I built a clone of a Gary Gordon / Colt 723 using assorted parts: H&R lower, Brownells C7 upper, Bushmaster HBAR 1/9 twist barrel etc…I too had to crank my rear peep sight very far to the right to get it zeroed as well. One of the guys at my FFL said that sometimes it was like that with those older rifles and that there was nothing wrong with them.

I have that same build. The only differences are that mine has a LAW folder and an Aimpoint PRO on it. It’s my “truck gun”.

One minor but important detail that many miss is the function of the screwdriver and the spine of the saw blade. The spine is used to securely tighten the knob (other than just finger tight) using the provided slots on that knob. The flat head screw driver is used to maintain the actual screw on the knob. So it's really a self sufficient tool in that respect. I think Sootch is the only one who mentions this in his review.

I think it might be less wear on the gun if you shot 55gr .223 rem and not a steady diet of say M193. But if you are planning on using this for self defense id get M193 & or 55gr Hornady 55gr V-Max rounds loaded for it; regular hollo points might not feed right since it pre M4 feed ramps. Maybe put a front sight or barrel clamp light mount so you can have some illumination. Besides that nice firearm.

I just bought this pistol and I can’t wait to pick it up

Lucky DOG!!! nice..................

I had the same issues with the screw length and had to file screws at every location that was mounted along the barrel, otherwise, the screws hit the barrel before they were tight. That's the only fault I have with the rifle, but I love mine.

Recently purchased a m400 sdi x, and it has been great. Only problem ive found is magpul gen m2 will not latch. Metal mags and gen m3 work fine. I have tried adjusting mag catch/release but still doest like gen 2, moe.

I cannot get the flash hider off of mine. Tried boiling it for 20min. and its still locked tight on there... still love the rifle though

I have that same colt AR-15. It says on mine cal. 223. But my question is can I shoot 5.56mm rounds out of it without damaging the barrel. One of my friends thinks it will

I love that pistol and the FN upper I’m thinking about getting me the FN upper thanks for the video. I’m a new subscriber.i love PSA and have spent a lot of $ with them

What pressure switch/light combo is that?

the barrel thickness is by far the most frustrating thing. i have to take a dremel to the screws just so i can mount a mlok qd mount for a sling |:

I love the lower. Interesting attachment for the HG.

Bro, make more videos!

What kind of bcg does it come with? Nitride? Phosphate chrome lined? Barrel info?

Dude it's absolutely beautiful

It's all "boba Fett" definitely dig'n the paint

I'm serious dig'n the paint bro

I have the same gun, Regarding the windage if you look from the back with the gun cracked open its thicker on one side than the other. Its a manufacturing flaw. on more than mine clearly. It sets the rear sight hard to the right side. Closed it has more meat on one side than the other. Unfortunate but still cool.

What about the sporter M 4 carbine? No one seems to know anything about these guns by colt other than non common and seriously transitional. Any info would be appreciated, thanks

Wow, the mlok clearance between rail and barrel makes this a no-go. Thanks for heads up. I’d be extremely pissed to discover this after purchasing. Good video and review, thanks.

Good review.

You can get a letter from Colt manufacturing that confirms the year and history of the rifle. The cost was $25 a decade ago.

This and the lwrc di seem to be the best bang for your buck in the AR department

That is a very good score, well done!

I’ve owned my Car-15 since 1982. Truly love that little rifle

Got it bro ! 👍

They dont HP test barrels and the bolts are not HP tested. They are MPI tested but not HP.

Has anyone tried using this platform with a suppressor? Been thinking of getting one, and then a suppressor so was just curious, thanks in advance.

What light do you have mounted?

Not sure where the US stands on 10.5" pistol builds with braces... I like that style you built but is it still legal today?

Cool retro build

It’s the smartest thing you could have done. Other than an actual M16A1, there is no lighter, handier, better AR15 you can buy. I have both and the CAR15 is my “go to” gun….by now, you realized this on your own. An M4 is heavy and clunky compared to an AR15A1. It’s cool factor and eminent practicality is in its simplicity. I live in an arctic climate, and it functions reliably in all weather conditions. They are very well made too! As Chris Bartocci would remind you, its all almost genuine “mil spec” ….it will just increase in value. Note the 6 hole handguard…as a collectors item now, resist the urge to modify it in any way.

Great video I’m sure you checked for stamping under the hand guards

Nice! I’m contemplating something similar.

You can just yell by the look on your face and the tone of your voice that you are stoked about that rifle. Which I must say, the rifle is freaking awesome. Take care bub.

Colt SP1 1979 owners manual I have says the rifle and carbine can shoot either 223 or 5.56 mm. Leave it original forget about the light and the scope puts your cheek hold too far above the aluminum stock. Shoot Irons and keep it original and light as it was designed to be, you'll enjoy it more. Blessings.

Slab sides just don’t look good

Can you send me the link to the heat shield?

I wouldn’t run 556 Thur those pressure difference isn’t worth the risk it may never cause u issues but it sure can…

Good price for a full ambi lower.

It's also got steel insert pins for the charging handle grooves on the upper receiver.

Slick Side and also Slab Side, bad *ss! :D

Thx for the review! have been wanting to get this gun for a while now but had to do the research first.I'm going to pull the trigger on this one ,so to speak... same price as yours. as for your modifications...I have done mods to every gun I own and what you did worked so...not sooo ugly \m/

Great video. Ive always loved the SP1. Closest thing i have is a pre-ban Bushy 16" A2. To me, that config is absolutely iconic.

AWESOME SETUP!!! gonna do the same with my 11.5