Black Rain Ordnance SPEC15 - AR15 Autopsy & Repair (Part 2)

Parts List:
-JP Titanium Firing Pin
-Colt FPRP
-Colt Receiver End Plate
-Sprinco Gas Rings
-Sprinco Ejector Spring
-Sprinco 5 Coil Extractor Spring
-Sprinco Blue Buffer Spring
-Sprinco Hammer Spring (Not shown in video)
-SOTAR Carrier Key
-SOTAR Spirol Pin Kit
-OCKS Carrier Key Screws
-BCM Gas Block
-BRT Gas Tube
-BCM Forward Assist

[@mikegelo7173]

Let’s give a big thanks to his wife who elegantly records these videos with quality angles and close ups! 🎉

[@onna-day7047]

Thank you! 😊

[@a.joegevara3519]

30 years ago, my mother tried to convince me if I had someone follow me around with a camera I'd be rich! Really??? She was a wise woman, I wish I had taken more of her advice, sadly that one was dismissed...

[@peady64]

The Dream Team!!!

[@FredCheckers]

Never noticed that but yeah the camera is always aimed at the business.

[@06barcafan10]

Let’s just all stop and take a moment to give thanks to this channel and the effort it takes to make these videos. Thank you sir, you’ve been a blessing to the MSR community. I’ve built and maintained several rifles successfully because of the work you do.

[@bidenisatraitor7633]

After finding him I trust hardly any other channels

[@andygardner9219]

@@bidenisatraitor7633 Agreed ! He’s an absolute artisan in his field! Or should that be “ an artisan with a field gauge” ? 🤷‍♂️ can’t get enough of his vids! Mrs Camera gairl is probably a wizard with the AR platform too! 🔫🤙

[@abolishtheatfandrepealthen6963]

The goat of AR technical info and specs

[@SchooloftheAmericanRifle]

Thank you very much gentlemen.

[@bidenisatraitor7633]

@@andygardner9219 he damn sure is.

[@brianfitz3218]

This is exactly the kind of content that is so valuable to our community. I can't tell you how many times I've made assembling uppers and lowers so much harder than it needed to be. After seeing your little tips and tricks, I've gained an understanding of how to be more efficient and things to verify/ guage throughout the assembling process. Great video

[@DACFalloutRanger]

I love that you don't pass judgement on these admittedly awful brands once they roll onto your workbench. It's all the same stuff that needs fixing.

[@LRRPFco52]

I’m watching it asking if any of the parts were in-spec at this point. I see a lot of Black Rain Ordnance Vismod-15s on big box store shelves like Cabella’s.

[@sgtstedanko7186]

For the money you pay for this stuff, there shouldn't be any issues rolling off the line. I think what's going on is we're getting deliberately sub par products because these gun companies have all been acquired by capital investment groups who are working very hard to disrupt or outright stop citizens from owning guns. If they can't stop us from owning them they'll just make us overpriced unreliable junk.

[@thelastlatchkeykid8466]

This channel is more than an excellent education on the MSR platform. In this case, it’s a parable on pride in integrity. Chad’s examples highlight the importance of mastering one’s craft, holding a high professional standard, and teaching students how to learn from mistakes. When he puts a tiny mark in the receiver, not only does he point out that he should have taped it up, but speaks to the audience about his standards of service. No cut, no hiding the mistake. Just an honest man explaining to viewers his business principles.

[@SchooloftheAmericanRifle]

Four common questions from the video: Q* Wont the gas tube erode? A* Yes but not till about 10k or more rounds are fired. Thats 4000.00 dollars in ammo. Q* If you fixed the overgassing, then why the titanium firing pin? A* The Bolt tail to carrier seal is inefficient. This tries to drive the firing pin out. The titanium pin will cause less damage to the retaining pin. Q* Why the H2 and blue spring when you fixed the overgassing? A* H2 is what a 16" carbine gas barrel should have. The blue spring is what i like to use as a starting point for carbine gas. It runs well so it stays. Q* How much did this cost tje owner in labor? A* Nothing. I did this one for free bdcause he is my friend. Normal labor rate to rebuild an AR and do all that I do begins at $750.00. That does not include parts.

[@WhiskeyPete]

What Sprinco spring and buffer do you recommend for a 14.5 mid length gas system? I believe gas port is 0.075 if that helps

[@jbone6246]

You do great work, but damn I am glad I know how to do my own repairs and upgrades. I would go broke otherwise.

[@ThePatriotParadox]

How long did you apprentice under someone before starting on your own and how did you meet your teacher?

[@SchooloftheAmericanRifle]

​@@ThePatriotParadoxI was an apprentice for 2 years, but I worked with my mentor for another 11 years after I completed my apprenticeship.

[@LTLC]

Holy crap... Over $1000 to make this gun function... And that's not including the initial cost of the gun itself. Let this be a lesson to anyone who watches SOTAR, that with his instructional videos, you should be able to build a quality AR for around the cost of the repair/replacement parts he put into this thing alone... Thanks for everything you take the time to educate people about with this channel. You're awesome dude.

[@darthbrooks4933]

Never enjoy watching someone wrench a rifle more than when I watch this dude. I learn something EVERY video

[@PapaDon850]

Mistakes happen, owning up to it and offering to make it right is always the right move. If I scratched mine like that I would finally have a “reason” to man up to do a rattle can paint job! Keep up the great videos

[@flea-kh7om]

I only thought the Army showed me how to build these back in 72. I feel ashamed no other word for it. At 72 yrs young the old dog saying certainly hits home. Many thanks to you sir.

[@brentsauer]

Great video Chad. I especially like the exposure that you give us to obscure tools that are available in the industry but not easily found. Thanks for all that you do for the black rifle community.

[@SchooloftheAmericanRifle]

Thanks my friend

[@cliffbannister1331]

Details are exceptional, thank you for your detail and the thought that went into it. As a gunsmith of 30+ years, I salute you. You appear committed to craftsmanship and the pursuit of highest practical standards. This pursuit is not something that is commonly taught these days- young gunsmiths take note...

[@j_flo]

I found a passion for building and your channel has been super educational. Thanks SOTAR! 🇺🇸 2A 🦅

[@PandemicGameplay]

Best AR videos on KZbin bar none

[@joedegoff1430]

I always try to learn one new thing each day. You just got me covered for at least a week.

[@Drew32706]

I bought a used PSA with a Rosco bloodline barrel from a local FFL. I got it cheap because the gun wasn’t ejecting at all. It wasn’t until I removed the hand rail that I noticed it had a no name Amazon adjustable gas block that was completely choked. I also noticed the set screw was torqued down so tight that it deformed the threads on the valve screw so much that it could not be reused. I ended up replacing both screws and still run it today but I really like the narrow port on the gas tube idea and eliminating the adjustable gas block all together. Thanks for the content, you do outstanding work!

[@dancarter7009]

Awesome! Love the longer videos, always learning more! Thank you & the camera lady!

[@onna-day7047]

You're welcome! 😊

[@raifsevrence]

No kidding there. The camera work is excellent.

[@1414lildude]

literally this channel is one of the reasons ive delved so deep into building firearms and just firearms in general. keep up the good work

[@ChristianGrest]

Some really cool repairs to make this thing run good. Always enjoy watching your videos...learn something every time. One of these days I hope to attend one of your courses.

[@abolishtheatfandrepealthen6963]

I've been looking forward to this

[@ryanmartie1244]

Chad just scans his set of bits and knows exactly which to pull based on the bolt he's looking at. Impressive!

[@tech6263]

Always educational! I could watch these videos you do all day!

[@markrobbins1018]

Holy smokes I just came to this channel by Happenstance but this Hombre has shown me things I never even thought about. This channel should be a mandatory subscription fo for anyone who enjoys putting ARs together. I have just begun to go back and watch his previous videos.

[@charleswilson577]

This guy is the definition of professional. Great work Chad and as always thanks.

[@AutopilotAndChill]

Unbelievable that this gun was that much of a disaster to begin with. One or two things I can understand but that is just absurd. $300 in parts needed to make it run on a gun that has less than 2000 rounds on it is just not acceptable. I’m a Knights, HK, LMT, DD and LWRCI guy myself but dare I say it, PSA, Aero, Colt, and many other brands have much better QC on their guns… Great video as always.

[@556arbadboy]

It would be great if your classes could be brought nation wide. Florida could definitely use a SOTAR.

[@p2o8wer]

Who knew about the cam pin? Not me!!!! 🙋🏻‍♂️ I’ll be setting a dimple in mine now. Great video!!! very informative and straight to the point like every video. Camera woman did an awesome job also!!!

[@onna-day7047]

Thank you 😊

[@10hunterLab]

We can all learn what it takes to perform at the Master Gunsmith level through Chad's demonstrated expert skills. Many thanks for the lessons.

[@luispadilla8405]

All I can say is…..I’m glad u exist …. It’s a pretty humbling experience when you see your videos and you realize that you don’t know shit. Thank you for sharing this so we can all learn.

[@ericward9159]

Thank you for the video... I kept checking for the release of Part 2. Had to throw some popcorn in the microwave for this one. I would be lying if I said I learned something new. I learned many many new things from you. Thank you again....

[@Mk18mitch]

33min mark: Chad, you are a man of integrity. I respect that. You are a good man. 🦆

[@Mustardman420]

A major problem with this video is the fact now I feel like I need a bunch more tools lol New Subscriber love the videos! Seriously I feel like I'm learned more in the last two autopsy videos then I have in all of 2023.

[@malcolmpalm]

Another great video to watch over, and over.

[@Holla28]

The BRT gas tube lets me shoot my suppressor without getting gassed in the face. Even with a high back pressure can like the sandman k still no gas to the face. Shoutout to BRT. Expensive as hell though.

[@oreorey1793]

As a diehard AR lover, this is my go-to channel. I wear my SOTAR patch proudly.

[@Benjeepjammin]

Hands down the best gunsmith/ diagnostic and repair video I have ever seen. Thank you!

[@KingKong-bo7nk]

I swear I learn 2 new things every video

[@OGJonnyKamikaze]

This channel is so valuable. Thank you for your hard work!

[@spellenerrer6648]

How could you ask for a better channel. I would absolutely hate to be this guy's barber. Lol lol😅😅😅😅 Thank you Chad and Wife for providing this wealth of knowledge.

[@onna-day7047]

You're welcome! 😊

[@bidenisatraitor7633]

Great learning experience! Thank you for sharing your knowledge for free!

[@walterrifle2725]

Awesome video with great information on what to do and what not to do

[@mr_rader]

Great video. Thank you for the detail you go into walking us through the problems and the fixes! Really appreciate the effort and letting us see the whole process.

[@ABC-td4rg]

*Functional Observation *Dispassionate investigation *Apply knowledge & standards *Note deficiencies *Correct deficiencies *Rinse and repeat until needed functionality is achieved.... Great job! That gas undersized tube is genius! For me it alludes to an AR manufacturing sub segment for bringing troublesome units into workable specs. now I have another tool to use for solutions I don't have to Invent on my own.. 😊👍

[@masonjohns208]

That buffer tube anti rotation brace thing blew my mind i had no idea such a thing existed!

[@JDangly]

I used the BRT tube to tune a shorty upper I have to run only suppressed. It’s amazing how it ejects perfectly at 4 o’clock with my high back pressure can on it. Such a sweet shooter.

[@oklahomahank2378]

Your comment about the adjustable gas block reminded me of my grandfather’s watch. He was a railroad worker. To set the time you must unscrew the crystal, then find a hidden lever. The railroads set the time at the beginning of each shift, and the workers were not supposed to mess with it until the next day. By making it hard to set they hoped to keep workers from playing with the time, which is dangerous.

[@damongeisler265]

I enjoy learning the things you are showing

[@deanormesher7429]

I learn something new every time. Gives me things to recheck to improve upon.

[@mutatedgenome]

Fantastic diag and repair Chad! Very educational and fun to watch.

[@zevgoldman6769]

Multiple views needed to acquired all that was presented in this fine video.

[@googlesucks4349]

Thank you very much! Videos are very well done! I've learned more from you in 2 videos than I have in 2years of watching other youtube videos! Thank you sir!

[@beekeeper8474]

Wish every city had an honest gunsmith type person

[@steveninaz9576]

Much respect Sir. I'm sure your friend isn't worried about the tiny scratches but good taking them.

[@LU-D1GITAL]

These videos are fkn awesome! Giving me the best tips to make my American Rifles the best they can be. Once you get into building it’s crazy to see how many companies get away with selling mediocre stuff

[@courtneyricks500]

Thank you. Great video. So many best practices. It is appreciated.

[@u7u9u8]

Amazing seeing a master at work

[@tommorgan7431]

"We're not trying to sell things." I immediately go to website to buy things. 😅

[@onna-day7047]

Much appreciated! 😊

[@winstonpratt604]

Black Rain used to be top notch now they are factory builds on tons of shelves it's crazy

[@pdx650]

InstructorChad, When it came to seeing you use 'loctite 620 retaining compound', I used the same stuff when assembling CH-47 Chinook rotor head pitch shafts. There is one place we use that '620 compound'. On the outerrmost bearing race seat on the pitch shaft for when the rotor blade needs to rotate or increase 'pitch' (collective) while the chinook is flying. The 'race' and bearing set is serialized to eachother so there is no way to mix the races and bearings up when assembling. Columbia Helicopters.

[@charlesgillette2925]

Outstanding Instructions excellent.

[@andygardner9219]

Great video again from one of my favourite channels!!! I’m sure your mate will forgive the little “apprentice mark” you left behind with the punch on the bolt release. I understand that you are annoyed with yourself though. Great watching the work you put in. Hurry up and make another video!! 🤙. 🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@BOOS7ED_S2K]

Everybody needs a neighbor like this guy no messing around getting shit done there's a Gun Shop down here in Phoenix and man you make them look like rookies your wife does great with the camera getting all the good shots and close ups

[@christopherknight1851]

i love your videos and im so happy to see your still here

[@smpinkerman]

Incredible learning opportunity. Thank you!!

[@n.u.t.y.]

Man, there were a lot of knowledge tips in this video! Thanks Chad

[@Bookof_rook]

Wish I had friends like you.

[@ricktenter1631]

As always, great information. Thank you!

[@glowplugs]

Awesome video as always very informative

[@user-qi5ug1ft1c]

Really like your videos, I'm learning a lot about AR's. Thank you.

[@ericgalassi7850]

I love your videos. I'm just really getting deep into guns and your videos are awesome

[@Galactivation528]

Master class knowledge & skills!

[@kenharrison3364]

This was a very informative video and I learned a lot. Thanks.

[@535tony]

You gave your friend a great deal. Nice work.

[@danielmoore8538]

You're an excellent teacher.Thanks.

[@kenibnanak5554]

Outstanding rebuild.

[@johnpawly1849]

Thank you very much for taking the time to share your knowledge. I appreciate it thanks

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Very good info thank you, saved your site will be watching more

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You sir are a national treasure. I hope you have all your videos ready to upload elsewhere if YT gets aggressive again.

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VERY, you are an artist, love your videos!

[@Toolness1]

I think a lot of channels would edit out their oopsie, respect for owning it and being upfront w/ the customer about it. Im sure plenty of us have gotten a gun back w/ a scratch and had them act like the dude in the movie Liar Liar who tells him the scratch on his car at the impound "oh, that was already there!" That spring loaded staking tool is slick, just ordered one off Amazon. We will see how it does, it's definitely not the same one but looks like it'll do the trick. I've always staked mine with a hammer and punch which works fine, just not as pretty.

[@adamrodgers2377]

Thank you for the Upload! I love all your videos.

[@leandernez9234]

I like how much Care you put into These Guns, including how it should be n how it shouldn’t be when removing pins. You earn ur self a subscriber. Ps the patients👍✌️

[@richevans1270]

Very good work thank you and your wife of course .😊

[@carpenterlex]

You are a wealth of knowledge thank you very much!!!

[@ryanjameson9940]

When he installed the final set screw for the gas block and then shows off the feed ramps and asks the camera if we could get a good view ( I know it was my for us the viewer) I felt like SOTAR is the gun bob ross, I felt so involved with this lesson.

[@601firepower3]

I also build my guns so your content assures me to say the least. Awesome channel and keep on keeping on!

[@TheTigerak]

Thanks for sharing! Amazing video to learn!

[@joesashiify]

I learned alot, 🙏 Thank you sir. 👍

[@jo34719]

Excellent video I always learn alot Thanks!!

[@HOVIK750]

Excellent video! 👏👏👏

[@markmatthews9494]

Great video as always!

[@JustAverageJeff]

Man those pins were in there solid AF never seen that before.

[@geneotrexler8246]

Excellent video 👍

[@blueeyeddevil1]

I think it would have been easier and quicker to list the components that actually worked properly on that "sample-of-one" unit😬 14:45 What are the options if the gas block was off at this point, considering the barrel would have a misaligned dimple? Great video; thanks again. That has to be a great feeling of satisfaction when you put a malfunctioning AR back into action.

[@claponclapoff6]

Great work

[@IndependentArmz]

Just bought 3oz bottle of aluminum black because of watching this. I have an old Colt and a couple more receivers that are gonna say ahhhhhhhh when it gets here. worst place to use threadlocker at the buffer to the neck. with aluminum to aluminum i thought it could strip threads. I loved watching this video.

[@kd5vfd]

Great video sir!

[@paullee4042]

Awesome class ! TY

[@zezimadude13]

I really like this guy. "I owe this guy some money for a re-finish" *almost unnoticeable scratch on area that this customer will definitely scratch themselves*

[@Frens03]

The problem with this vid is that people at the range will think that BRO rifles are top notch without knowing the background story… 😅

[@lear60man]

I bought one on a whim, threw about 1000 at it. No failures or issues. I guess im lucky.

[@jeremystrauss3305]

Lots of "higher tier" ar rifles have issues. But if it weren't for this man, everyone would think their shit is great.

[@lear60man]

@@jeremystrauss3305 Agree 100%. Its all about using what you bought and tweeking it to perfection.