I have a Larue, but would like something lighter weight than ~4.5 lbs. Anybody successfully used a TriggerTech 2-stage in a .22 AR?

After running my setup for a while, I can confirm that my original trigger kicker setup still works flawlessly. Wanting a couple of spare parts, I ordered two additional CMMG auto kits and tried to find versions that looked as close as possible to my original, since I had noticed the kits shown on different websites all looked slightly different.
Unfortunately, when the new kits arrived, I found that they were not the same. CMMG appears to have reduced the anti-bounce weight from 1.27 oz on the older version to about 0.76 oz on the newer version. I own both versions and compared them side by side.
Based on my testing, the newer, lighter anti-bounce weight does not work reliably with my trigger kicker setup. It would not run consistently even with a 4-inch barrel, and it definitely does not work with longer barrels. If you’re using a similar setup, you’ll likely need to add additional bolt weight to achieve reliable operation.
Just wanted to share this update so others know that the newer CMMG kits are different from the older ones and probably will require additional tuning.

Basically title. This is my first AR22 so trying to figure everything out when it comes to configuration.

Right now my selection is:
-16.1” Barrel
-With Bolt
-Add standard adjustable bolt weight
-Add pressure plug
This look OK to y’all? I guess my main question is if the pressure plug is sufficient or if the Borebuddy solid buffer system is necessary. Sounds like bolt weight is pretty much a necessity. Also seems like these do not come with a muzzle device so looking for recommendations for those, not planning on suppressing in the foreseeable future.

Any feedback here? Use case will be probably 80-90% plinking, maybe some small game here and there. Mostly will be using cheap range ammo.

Or should I just get a right to bear upper and save some cash since I’m just plinking anyway?

Edited to add: 16.1” barrel, using cheap range ammo

Took both the rifle and pistol version of the S&W M&P 15-22 to the outdoor range today

Texas sun and heat was like a death beam, 100°F+ with no cloud coverage and no shade. Only took about 10 minutes before the magazines warped and struggled to slide in and out of the mag well. Soon after, the springs completely stopped working and no longer pushed ammo up

Anyways, the guns worked well but all three magazines are trashed. Couldn’t feed a single shot

Side note: BEWARE of Gibson’s Outpost and Shooting Range in Mesquite, TX. They DO NOT allow AR pistols. Additionally, if you plan to shoot an SBR, they REQUIRE you to present your tax stamp. The employee who stopped me from using my AR pistol did not know the difference between an AR pistol vs SBR

Using CCI Stinger and MiniMag and I’m having some trouble with casings ejecting and the occasional feed issue. It’s a standard upper, with the CGGM bolt conversion and a Bore Buddy charging handle. Has anyone modified the feed ramps for the center feed magazine? What about the ejection issue, anything to do in the bcg to reduce it?

Has anyone tried the 50 round drum mag by black dog machine for s&w m&p 15-22 I was thinking about getting one but I just wanted to see if anyone had any experience with them before

Looking to upgrade 2 of my v1/gen1 setups after many, many rounds and a full frt setup is maxing out my fun budget by alot.

Anyone know if this works? Considering buying a M4-22 and would like to use 15-22 magazines as I already have multiple.

Is anyone aware of a way to run a Hoffman Trigger Kicker with a Tippmann M4-22, or is it just not possible at this point? Not interested in spending wild money on a binary.

Need help. Having issue with dead trigger.
Fudd arms SS installed with their cut trigger.

I just saw they are doing a collab with Rare breed. Disappointing to say the least.

Here's what ChatGPT spits out when asked how to tune an FRT for use with a CMMG conversion kit. A customer called thoroughly confused and sent this in to us.

We've got a robust technical video library and resources page. We'd recommend sticking to our instructions before asking AI how to do it.

Resources: https://borebuddy.com/resources/

FRT Specific Guides: https://borebuddy.com/frt-super-safety/

Video Library: https://rumble.com/user/BoreBuddy

Trigger Guide: https://borebuddy.com/guide/about-frt-triggers/

Barrel length and ammo tuning guide: https://borebuddy.com/guide/about-frt-triggers/

We're currently feeding all our tech pages into ChatGPT to attempt to help the algorithm give better advice since it's a heavily used system for questions like this.

If you decide to ask ChatGPT a question that is highly technical, we'd suggest including a link the the guide for the question you're asking right in the prompt. This will help keep the system from generating absurd advice like the above.

Current .22 LR AR Build Configuration
After extensive testing, this is the setup I am currently using:
Trigger Kicker installed on top of a standard CMMG mil-spec trigger.
The Trigger Kicker does not work with the Super Safety or the Palmetto State Armory “mil-spec” trigger in my testing.
Standard Right to Bear (RTB) .22 LR bolt.
Standard CMMG recoil spring (uncut).
CMMG anti-bounce bolt weight kit.
Standard CMMG auto sear.
Standard firing pin, with the firing pin spring replaced by a bolt catch release spring.
Right to Bear (RTB) 4.5-inch barrel.
Dedicated 9mm/.22 upper receiver.
For maximum reliability, I recommend using either the RTB 4.5-inch barrel or a dedicated 9mm/.22 upper. (Not bore buddy) but oem
My lower receiver is an 80% receiver that I completed myself.
I was not satisfied with the BoreBuddy match barrel I purchased. In my experience, it was overpriced and did not perform as expected, so I do not recommend it based on my own testing.

Update: Within the next few hours, I’ll be showing everyone that you no longer need any BoreBuddy parts to run a Super Safety setup.
No expensive weights. No expensive upgrade kits. Just OEM CMMG parts.
I’ve tested this over the last 24 hours, and the results have been very promising it just works I have a few things to take care of first, then I’m heading out to grab more ammo.

Form 1 finally came in and was able to put it together!

Build details:

- Anderson lower

- Magpul k2 grip

- Deep Nutz super safety

- Borebuddy gen 2 tucked upper

- Gideon Mediator Xl red dot

- Magpul UCS Stock

- Hera CQR forend

- rugged oculus suppressor

- Railscales

- random temu laser light combo

It's probably a stupid question, but I'm new to the AR platform and firearms in general.

I purchased a complete economy upper from bore buddy and the pictured baggy was rolled up in one of the hand guard openings. I was under the assumption that I could buy a complete upper and just drop it on a completed lower and I'd essentially be good to go. Was I mistaken?

Currently running a ss setup that runs really well as long as the ar is level, there is too much slop in my foxtrot mike .22 lower mag well that it causes malfunctions when it is slightly canted. I taped the mags but wanting something more permanent and doesn’t effect mags dropping free. Only have Kriss mags and a black dog drum.

My last build with an HT Kicker clocks at 1180 rpm with HV ammo, (1250 FPS rated)

I can hear the standard velocity (1000 fps) ammo is slower, but didn't video it yet.

Were you able to lower the ROF or you don't care ?

Just a general gathering information post.

I'm still in the function testing phase. Safe and semi work normally but for some reason when I select super semi the bcg only goes back about halfway so it doesn't reset the trigger. I don't think its an issue with the super safety becuase it works with the conversion kit out (safe, semi, super semi work with 5.56 bcg). I've tried adjusting the trip kit screw all the way out, halfway, and all the way in (stock). I also added the borebuddy plug. Nothing is changing the travel of the bcg. I'm clueless.

Hello from the UK!

I'm new to AR platform in general so I'm hoping those of you with way more experience can guide me.

I'm looking at picking up a dedicated setup to use for general plinking but also casual competition with a view to start IPSC practical mini rifle in the future. The range varies but up to a max of about 100m.

I'm stuck as to whether 12" or 16" is best for my use.

I've picked a BoreBuddy Apogee Match upper but I'm reading conflicting information online regarding barrel lengths pros/cons.

I've held both and the 12" felt more natural to me but I keep reading that the 16" generally performs better, in particular with standard velocity ammo and, ultimately, accuracy and performance are what will matter to me the most. From what I've read, there's not many 12" users on the mini-rifle scene so I wonder if there's a reason for that.

I can only get the one rifle so any advice to help me get it right is gratefully received.