I was wondering if barrel replacement is typically a simple task on an AR15 for a mechanically inclined person. I've got an old, old upper receiver on my Colt SP-1. It's actually a GI surplus M16A1 upper and lord knows how many thousands of rounds have been fired through it. Its bore is actually looking a bit dull and pitted toward the muzzle. Might have spent some time in the jungle.
I would like to replace the barrel with one of the newer, M16A2 profile barrels (thin under the hand guard) with a tighter twist, like 1:9", which seems to be a standard, like the type sold by Bushmaster.
I'm sure a few tools would need to be purchased, like a barrel wrench at least, and maybe a jig of some kind for holding the receiver? Is removal and replacement usually a simple matter, or is there likely to be fitting/filing work needed?
I would like to replace the barrel with one of the newer, M16A2 profile barrels (thin under the hand guard) with a tighter twist, like 1:9", which seems to be a standard, like the type sold by Bushmaster.
I'm sure a few tools would need to be purchased, like a barrel wrench at least, and maybe a jig of some kind for holding the receiver? Is removal and replacement usually a simple matter, or is there likely to be fitting/filing work needed?
and it looks like Bushmaster sells some nice tools---wrenches, receiver holder---that are relatively inexpensive. I will take a look at ar15.com.