[bbowling]

I've searched all over and can't find templates for an AK-74 receiver. :dunno: I know there are differences from the 47, so I thought I could find a template that had the differences. I must be looking in the wrong places, or are the differences minor enough that they are just adjusted during the build process?

Any help appreciated.

 

[Toten Kopf]

When I started my AK-74 build, I went through the same thing. It seems that there isn't any template specifically for the AK-74. The only real differance that I could find was that the magazine well is smaller.

That issue was addressed in another thread about SAR-2 (same as AK-74)magwell dimensions. I posted the dimensions on that thread.

http://www.gunco.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1926

Also, the rear trunnion on my kit was longer than the standard AK so when I drilled the holes for the rear trunnion the most forward hole interfered with the aft end of the selector lever. Just something to watch out for.

http://www.gunco.net/forums/showthread.php?t=2002

Hope this helps.

 

[7.62x39]

The only difference in the template would be the magwell.

Download the Ace template that's in the library, leave the magwell undersized, then trim your receiver to fit using a mag as a guide.

 

[7.62x39]

Nosed out at the wire by TK,

 

[bbowling]

Thanks, That magwell sketch was just what I was looking for. I'll go slowly with the rear trunnion too. :thankyou:

 

[7.62x39]

Trent,

I had somehow missed the post containing your magwell drawing, very helpful.
I added it to the library.