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I just got the CA8-2 and would suggest you go with it instead of any of the other makes and models if you must make an SL9. I have a guide up right now (no pictures) that should be fixed by the end of today with an amendment with a link to my review of the CA8-2.

 

Kov

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Thanksfor all the input guys. I haven't posted here in this thread for a while, but now that I have this project almost complete, I'd like to ask a few things

 

1. I will probobly be buying a plastic gearbox version of a BE SL8 to harvest the stock and receiver, the rest goes into my big bin of parts ;). The question is: I want to use my current TM G36 gearbox (which is highly upgraded), but need to know if the dimensions on the BE gearbox are different enough to need modification to the receiver/stock to make the TM gearbox fit inside. I also plan on using my current selectors as the BE ones look like garbage, but those will be an easy fit. I can do extensive fitting if need be for the gearbox with a dremel. I just want to know what I am getting myself into before I lay down any money.

 

2. How is the plastic quality on the BE SL8? From all the pics I have seen, it looks fine. However, as with some LPEGs, the external quality can be quite crappy (IE my UTG MP5 and AK were solid as the mauri, but my roommate's BE XM8 is trash externally...well, internally as well ;)). The plastic on it was sub-springer quality. If it is ###### plastic, I'm not even going to bother as I can be very paticular about the aesthetics of my guns.

 

I think thats all I really need to know at the moment and would appreciate if someone could give me some advice that has handled or owns a BE SL8. My local suppliers don't stock any LPEGs aside from UTG so I have nothing to go on at the moment. My search for reviews will continue but have thus far turned up nothing.

 

Oh, for those curious, my end project will end up being (Parts marked with an * have already been installed).

 

TM G36C*

Systema spring (Over forum limits here)*

CA 6mm oilless steel bushings*

G&G reinforced spring guide taken from a UMG*

CA 1.5x optic carry handle taken from a CA36*

Custom rail added to carry handle to mount BSA PMRS reflex sight*

BSA PMRS 4 reticle reflex sight*

CA G36C large handguard*

Phantom flashider*

Brinkmaan P6 tactical lamp*

UTG ergonomical vertical grip*

PPA STANAG conversion magwell (To be purchased very soon)

Metal charging handle (Also will be purchased soon)

9.6v 3600mAh large battery*

30A fuse*

G36C tightbore (will be the last addition, as my gun is currently dead on as is to 150 feet)

SL8 receiver and stock (Will hopefully be taken from a BE SL8)

8 Pack of MAG 100 round M16 midcaps with HK logos

 

Thats about it. Again, thanks for all your help guys, I really appreciate all the input and the photos of those that liked my idea.

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Thanks everyone, I'm jumping for joy at seeing those pictures, I thought this up yesterday and was worried the rails wouldn't work or the kit would look strange, but it's fantastic!

 

Now all I need is the money to make one... I estimate at about £500, I have about £150 :P

 

Is there anyway to buy the SL9 parts (TM kit) without having to buy the whole thing. I could sell the extra parts, but I can't see them being that useful to anyone, unless the barrel and handguard can attach and make a G36E

 

 

I modifyed NecronomicoN great Paint concepts to give an idea of how it could look:

 

http://s19.photobucket.com/albums/b169/the...w¤t=b.png

 

 

Did you intend for that to look exactly like the G2A2 assault rifle from FEAR? Stick a drum mag in and it's nearly picture perfect, bar a slightly shorter handguard and colouring... Guess NecronomicoN's is the G2A1 or something :D

 

G2A2_Assault_Rifle.jpg

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Those who've made this already, how hard is it to put together?

Oh, and would G36 mags fit in the normal M4 pouches?

I really like this, especially if I can afford to add a Moscart Mini Grenade Launcher on the RIS  :D

 

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Storming a room would be fun  :)

 

It's very easy, basically the same as fitting an SL9 kit without changing the inner barrel or front end. Just remember you need both the receiver and stock of the SL9, just the stock will not fit a normal G36 receiver.

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A double-mag M4 pouch will hold 1 G36 mag, a triple-mag M4 pouch will hold 2 G36 mags.

 

Great, I was about to buy some AK sized pouches, but I've already got 6 M4 Double-Mag pouches.

 

Those who've made the thing, does it "feel" right, or does the thumb hole just seem weird?

 

I cost the entire thing at about £650 with ~£70 return for the extra parts, here's the list:

 

TM G36C with upgraded 1J spring: £209.99

SL9-SD Kit: £214.99

4 140rd Mags: £60

Silencer: £24.99

Torch with attachments: £44.99

2 RIS Sling Mounts: £33.98

Inner Barrel: £16.99

Side Rails: £14.99

Sling: £10

 

Total: £630.92 (postage ~£20)

 

What I'm not sure on are prices for the spare parts:

 

SL9 Mag: ?

(Basic G36 Mag)

Handguard: ?

Barrel: ?

Carry Handle: ?

Silencer (long): ?

 

I've got £160 at the moment, and get £10 a week. That's about a year for the entire thing, or 8 months for the basic things. Maybe I convince my parents to just give me money in March for my birthday :D

Either that, or get a job...

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Yes, go with the CA8 and do not touch the STAR models unless you MUST have the white body of the SL8. My review is finaly up as well, so you can see if its right for you.

 

The CA8 with G36c front end is very fun and practical to use, its also one heck of a looker on any feild you will go to.

 

 

Kov

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Yes, go with the CA8 and do not touch the STAR models unless you MUST have the white body of the SL8. My review is finaly up as well, so you can see if its right for you.

 

The CA8 with G36c front end is very fun and practical to use, its also one heck of a looker on any feild you will go to.

Kov

 

Thanks, I'm still wondering whether to try this, or get a normal upgraded M4 with Ris and a back-up pistol.

 

How many rounds do you think would be enough? 4x 140rd mags?

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Right i'm attempting this project in the near future. I have a TM G36c. I will start off with the large laylax handguard and side RIS rails. I then plan to buy a star sl9 kit and use the receiver and stock from that. I have heard there are problems with the star version can anybody tell me anymore about this and what good alternatives are there? Thanks in advance and thanks Necro for the ideas!

cheers Ty

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Just found this thread, and I saw someone posted a pic of the G2A2 from F.E.A.R., which has been a project gun for me for a while now.

 

Here's where I'm at with it:

 

G2A2c.jpg

 

More pics in the G36 pictures thread. I'm thinking of adding a Cmag, but not sure it will look right... "real" Cmags are very different from what they used in F.E.A.R. and much larger... I might try it anyway.

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ah man thats so sweet

 

i defanatly builind this now !! but i have a few questions :o

 

ill be getting the CA SL8/9 whatever it is ..

 

i want to put a 9.6 in the front so ill be buying the G36C large hand guard .

 

what outer and inner barrel do i need to get the front to G36C length ???

and were can i get them in the UK

 

so basicly im buying a sl8/9 and puting a g36c front on it , but i just dont know what parts i need :P

 

cheers

jon

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