

The two on the right are for the front of the trigger guard, some different type rear trunnions, and for the front trunnion. The shortest one on the left is for the back of the trigger guard, unless you're using or your receiver has a pistol grip reinforcement plate. The longest one is for the rear trunnion. Each packet of rivets you get will be specific to the type of AK receiver/build you are going to do. Each has a specific place on the receiver.

There are different types and lengths of rivets. In addition to these tips, a small and large hand file, some sand paper, and a punch set are needed. And for general purpose cutting.Ī 5/32 inch drill bit is for drilling rivets holes, drilling out rivets, and whatever else needs to be drilled. Bring extras of each as well.Ī diamond bit is used for "egging" (enlarging) the rivets holes, and grinding of the magazine release latch for fitment.Ī drum type grinder is used for cleaning up the lower rail's magazine guide after cutting them down and for minor grinding.Ī cutting wheel is used for cutting down rivet heads and the magazine guide rail. A dremel is necessary, but there will be plenty to borrow at the party if you don't have one. We'll start off with the small tools that every new builder can bring and will need. I'll try to go in chronological order as best I can. These are tips and suggestions to help the new builder. I thought I'd do a write up of tips for AK building for our numerous build parties.
