C2 bipod Mounted On L1 updated pics added

[zxmedic]

Hi gang

Been a while since Ive been on here But came accross some FN parts today and has anyone looked into mounting the C2/L2 bipod on a L1 or C1 is it possible ?

thanks in advance

[def90]

You need a C2 gas block which is next to impossible to find. Then in order to fold the bipod up you would need to remove the handguards.

[zxmedic]

Originally Posted by def90

You need a C2 gas block which is next to impossible to find. Then in order to fold the bipod up you would need to remove the handguards.

Now would the Gas block fit being its a heavy barrel ? thanks for the reply

[Prototype Services]

In theory, and with the talent of a few 'smiths here, you could sleeve an L1A1 barrel and add the rear bipod hanger, or make a one-off to fit the skinnier L1A1 barrel. A front bipod mount could be fabricated and welded onto an L1A1 gasblock, or if you could ever find the rare C2/L2A1 gasblock, you could sleeve an L1A1 barrel. Or have an L2A1 barrel made from a blank to fit the HB parts . Don't forget the offset carry handle needed because of the increased front weight. And the bigger sling swivel and longer sling. But by this time, you might as well find a L2A1 front end or complete kit.

[zxmedic]

Thanks Guys for the Reply

just mocked this up a bit today

I will take a better pic

[wkendwarrior2003]

Originally Posted by zxmedic

Thanks Guys for the Reply

just mocked this up a bit today

I will take a better pic

I dig it dude! When you get a chance try to get a shot of the gas block.

[ExCdnSoldierInTx]

You'd hate te C2 bipod. It's wobbly when carrying and cumbersome to handle. They LOOK cool, that's about it.
Plus, you'll need a C2 gas block.
If I HAD to have a bipod, I'd just use a standard DSA/Belgian style where you still have the forestock in place if you carry to the next point with a hot barrel...
But each to their own.
I'm probably biased because I experienced the C2 in real life and grew to detest it...

[raexcct2]

Try this link on the FAL FILES:

http://www.falfiles.com/forums/showt...?postid=337251

http://www.falfiles.com/forums/attac...1&d=1022448587

http://www.falfiles.com/forums/attac...1&d=1022449580

[zxmedic]

I to had my Turn with the C2 many moons ago and the The C1 I started with at a cadet corps that had 40 of them then In the reserves till the transition to the C7 late 87 ish ,
Its Just a project I take my Fn's to local gun shows and have had many people walk buy and get that glow or smile of Thats what I use to carry when they see my collection , to make the C2 or L2 clone is just a way of bringing some good memories Back and some and not so good to others but still a point in History

Originally Posted by ExCdnSoldierInTx

You'd hate te C2 bipod. It's wobbly when carrying and cumbersome to handle. They LOOK cool, that's about it.
Plus, you'll need a C2 gas block.
If I HAD to have a bipod, I'd just use a standard DSA/Belgian style where you still have the forestock in place if you carry to the next point with a hot barrel...
But each to their own.
I'm probably biased because I experienced the C2 in real life and grew to detest it...

[zxmedic]

Very Nice looking Set up Thanks for the Pics





[QUOTE=raexcct2;3308326]Try this link on the FAL FILES:

[zxmedic]

would there be a Market for C2 Or L2 gas blocks if I can get them made I have a very close friend Who builds rifles parts etc and helicopter stuff with a 9 plane CNC machine states he can make them just need one and what strengh of steel and I can get a cost .

[def90]

Originally Posted by zxmedic

would there be a Market for C2 Or L2 gas blocks if I can get them made I have a very close friend Who builds rifles parts etc and helicopter stuff with a 9 plane CNC machine states he can make them just need one and what strengh of steel and I can get a cost .

Without barrels they are kind of worthless..

[zxmedic]

Originally Posted by def90

Without barrels they are kind of worthless..

there is a guy who is going to turn some 308 chambered C2 barrels in Canada here so Gas blocks will be needed as they are not chambered in 7.62 nato they will be able to be exported

[ExCdnSoldierInTx]

Yeah, I might have a C2 some day if the stuff is ever available, but I wouldn't go out looking for it. You're right, they do look cool on a table. And if I ever got the urge, a half pound of C4 would allow me to live out one of my fantasies with this rifle, and would leave a cool crater with C2 bits all around.

[rpk74dr]

I'm in need of two if you can make it happen.I have barrels that are in need of gasblocks.

[zxmedic]

So today I had the Mounts tigged welded on mechanic did some nice work need a few more bits yet