Does the barrel strut make that much of a difference in the newer model Mini-14 ATI "Tacticool" edition. Or, is it just ascetically appealing?
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I have a three month old mini 14. Changed my group size from 12 inches at 100 yards to 4 inches.Same ammo. It works, at lease for me!.i'm buying another for my new Mini 30.
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In my personal experience with the strut, it cut my groups in half at 100 m. With that being said i had some room for improvement. If your mini is already shooting 2moa or better at 100, then i wouldn't expect much improvement.
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Yes! To clarify, the improvement in actual accuracy for the new model Rugers may be a matter of fractions of an inch vs inches on the older models. As I stated in my review, I don't really care if it actually works, it just LOOKS so damn cool!!!
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It does help in 2 ways it minimizes flex and acts as a heat sink. On the mini tactical with 16" barrel you need to use the the 4.5-5" socombarrel strut with single barrel clamp this woks the best!! "It is also looks good"
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I added it to mine, but it's difficult to answer your question since I never shot any rounds without it. My wife and I will shoot 100+ rounds per session with no problems and it seems to help cool it quicker, but I can't give you any scientific facts or experience before I added it.
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I installed the AccuStrut on a Mini 14 Ranch Rifle that I had customized with a tactical stock, a custom 3.5 pound trigger, scope, and sling. Considering the mod's I made to the rifle I am not sure if the barrel is more stable due to the strut, but it does add to the "cool" factor. I think that the faster your trigger finger and higher number of rounds through the barrel makes it more susceptible to movement so I am keeping the strut. For the enthusiast that shoots a magazine and puts the rifle away it would not be necessary.
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newer model mini 14's have thicker barrels. Older mini's (ranch models) have thinner barrels. The accu-strut helps eliminate a lot of the barrel vibration that the thinner barrel mini's encounter. Also helps with heat transfer.
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It does make a difference in my opinion. I have the 4 inch version, single clamp, on my one year old Mini 14. It improved group sizes and it looks just great.
1526592
The older, thinner barreled mini's this strut reduces barrel slap. The newer tacticools have a heavier barrel and there is less noticeable improvement...but they do look good.
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Best thing to do is measure the butt end of the stock and then use the size guide for the Pachmayr Decelerator Slip. I have the small size on a Winchester Model 94 and it fits perfect and works great. Very comfortable and absorbs shock and recoil very well with minimal slip. I think the same one would work well for your Ruger Mini 14
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Not sure about the mini 14. mine is mounted on ruger gunsite scout. I didnt have to do a thing. easy on easy off.
49331
I think it would. I put it on my Mossberg 835 waterfowl gun. I would guess that the curvature of the Mini 14 stock comb would be similar.
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The main advantage for me is the reach it's easier to reach than the short factory release. You may need to do some minor fitting to make it work properly in your gun I had to do a little stoning and filing on it to get a perfect fit and dependable lock open in my Kimber but it was well worth it for me.
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Mine fits beautifully on the long action I have. Heavy barrel floats like a dream too.
722384
Yes, it sticks out further and lower compared to stock. I'd say it's for a street look, not so much for off roading.
650044
It is synthetic so it's good for all weather, and the difference between the original wood stock and this one is you won't have that hard steel butt plate slamming your shoulder after repetitive use, recoil is still felt but I'd say reduced by 20% besides all that, it just looks freakin awesome!!!!
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Oh, and I just noticed the rear handle is different. It looks like the trigger is longer, so it might be easier to hold in the ON position?
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That is a good question. I don't see any issues with the design. The barrel fits any spyder thread. hope this helps
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I agree with you that the spring on this new version (I used the first one in college and the spring was much weaker, easier) is very tight. I find it hard at my age to use. I never thought of asking if they have different spring strengths...my guess is not. They do have a website at www.bullworker.com I'm sure you can check there, in fact, I'm going to as well.
1974327
I have one in my 2014 Outback. Love it -- adds more passing power, better growl when stomped on, and a small gain in MPG. Better MPG gains with changing to AMSOIL in engine and gear boxes.
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This will probably be too tall for the Ruger. The Mini 14 has a standard rifle style stock with some drop. The AR has an inline stock, so it needs more of a riser for optics. I'd start with the low. But then again, for $10 ea shipped, buy them both.
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Yea, i have them on my vs 1400 and i do on big bumps. I keep them on the stiffest setting and it isnt so bad. Im going with hardtail struts to keep it as low as these shocks without botoming
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Mr.Olson I lined up the factory stock of my Mini 14 GB model. I had placed a 1 inch rubber stock extension on this stock. I lined up the two stocks and the Hogue that is currently on the rifle lined up with the factory stock including the 1 inch extension. Both stocks gave me the length I needed, I just like the Hogue better. Hope this helps. Dave
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I have a 14 model as well with the rail system. No concerns with this cover. Works great.
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this particular design is more for 'tacticool' than anything else. Its designed primarily for breaching glass and thin plywood doors. that being said I had it on my Stag arms before the fall of NYSAFE (im in ny), and i can say for sure this does not hide flash. at all. muzzle jump is subjective as it depends on the strength and skill of the shooter, but personally i cant say i felt much of a difference. damn it looked cool thou. theres my two cents for you, hope it helps