Mini 14 Accessories

[@Arcahnslight]

Now that's what I call practical tactical. Lookin' good, brother.

[@LLpros]

I’m the practical World War 2 shooter Lmao Old ways mixed in with a little new 🙂

[@Arcahnslight]

@@LLpros sometimes the Old Ways are still best.

[@dannyo6699]

I added a SOCOM Accu-Strut to my 18 inch Mini 14 and it makes it look just a bit more like an M14, its parent rifle. I like the way it looks. I agree you probably won't get a whole additional increase in accuracy but the heat dissipation by adding the strut is a definite plus.

[@LLpros]

Yes indeed copy that

[@OGsDangerShow]

That Holosun won’t run forever because of that solar panel. It won’t charge the battery and won’t even provide 100% of the power needed in bright daylight. The solar panel just keeps the battery from burning out as quickly. You’ll still need to change out the battery after a year or two.

[@LLpros]

the solar panel on mine has powered the reticle enough to see it clearly so far.

[@jpi8726]

How did it function with the Holosun mounted there? Was there any interference with ejection?

[@qwman68]

The accustrut seems to help with the stringing shots after it heats up. 1911 recoil buffer on op rod helps too.

[@brianludlow9104]

If you want to dissipate the barrel heat replace the stock hand guard with a "Choate" handguard, it will give you improved air flow and better heat dispersion. Midway USA $14.99

[@Tommy-rr7ez]

Thanks buddy!

[@newdefsys]

Man, that Mini is looking great and that sling rocks ! I'm still diggin' that speckle wood stock, too. Overall a kick ass looking rifle.

[@LLpros]

Thank you friend!

[@russellhogan2708]

@@LLprosI wish it was a wood stock. I’ve looked & looked & only find tacticals with composite stocks. Correct me if you would!

[@rj-ge1qr]

​@@russellhogan2708apparently it is real wood, with black speckled paint. You can tell because it weighs more than the synthetic stock ones

[@russellhogan2708]

@@rj-ge1qr Thank you!

[@stripervince1]

Nice mini. Im wanting a mini 300 blk and putting a samson A team stock. Those are killer cool

[@salvacorsi494]

Hi, I would like to know if with this assembly you have sometimes encountered problems with ejecting the shell?

[@223dmr7]

I know this was a year ago but have you considered a 2 point sling? I have one on my mini 14. The barrel stabilizer I have on mine is one piece, there's no set screws the strut is made into the gas block. Depending on ammunition I can get 1" MOA at a 100 yd.

[@LLpros]

Hey friend thanks for comment! I personally like the one point slings best even if there is a couple draw backs to them. Great accuracy Happy 100 yard shooting!

[@BustaShenanigans]

@@LLpros I'm confused, is this not a two point sling in the video?

[@J0SCH]

Finally! You're the only one doing multiple videos on the 5889, really excited to see/hear your thoughts once you shoot it after all those upgrades.

[@LLpros]

I’m glad I have found a niche with you my friend. I love this rifle so much I can’t help but give it so much attention. I’ll be shooting it soon so I’ll give some feedback on upgrades 👍🏻

[@J0SCH]

@@LLpros Thanks! And same here with my 5889. I get tons of questions on my 'funny looking' Mini-14, most don't know about this sub-model. I had a similar strap but removed due to weight. Didn't think Accu-strut was necessary but again, curious to see what, if anything, it does to yours. Definitely considering a Holosun but it's so damn fun to shoot already with the irons!

[@J0SCH]

@@LLpros I did add a Choate handguard to mine, would definitely recommend. Rifle looks even more fantastic and it allegedly cools the barrel better due to more ventilation.

[@atonsungod]

Q. When you shot it did the ejected shells clear the red dot? That's been the biggest problem with the mini's open action. I tore up the windage dial on a Nikon p223 with shells bouncing off it!😢

[@shainshartershwate7421]

Definitely gonna pick up an accustrut for my ranch, my tactical really doesn't need it but obviously it would make it a little better looking. how has the strut been for you? Any noticable difference in heat or accuracy?

[@LLpros]

I really haven’t shot it enough to tell you for sure but it was mainly a cosmetic thing for me. Added bonus is the weight makes it less flippy.

[@darrelmorgan6266]

Does the Mini 14 come with a picatinny rail in the box already?

[@Maloha486]

Yes

[@m2gjam139]

Real nice I have the ranch model. The Mini thirty and 14. I can't have the tactical NYS LAW. The red dot seems nice but high. Almost clumsy only my opinion. I have a scope on the MIni thirty I have some extra scopes I might put one one the MIni 14. They are great rifles. I was a Soldier for thirty years. Ten years in the Ranger Regiment. I retired in 2010. I won't have AR platforms in NY. because of the way they have to be configured. The Rugers remind me of the M1 rifle and M1A. I have both. Like the sling and barrel band. Enjoy it. Stay safe.

[@LLpros]

Thank you for your service my friend. The red dot seems okay to me when I shoulder the gun but we will see if that stays true when I go out to shoot. If it is too high I might add a cheek riser to butt stock to compensate. This will be my first time using a red dot so we will see if I love it or hate it Lol. And I absolutely agree about it looking like the M1A, love that one and Garand. Thanks for the feedback friend.

[@m2gjam139]

@@LLpros I'm sure it will be fine use it well

[@justaguy5909]

Have that red dot on my ruger pc carbine ! Thinking mini 14 for Xmas

[@jwate]

How did you like the sight with the rifle?

[@toddbegin3690]

I really enjoy your mini 14 videos ‼️

[@tomsreviews238]

Do the ejecting shells ever hit the red dot?

[@JimmitheV]

Did you ever go out and shoot? Also does that 510 fit further back on the rail?

[@AndrewSzekely]

well done, going to apply strut to my ranch and purch another Holoson . Any specific strut model for 18.5 barrel?

[@predcon1]

I ordered an Armson Max Duty collimating "Open Eye" sight, but it's not got here yet. I'm putting in on a Mini with a thumbhole lami stock I got from Boyd's (I picked the green vinyl-painted first, but they couldn't paint it right with the extra snakescale checkering). I put a leather sling on it just like you did, I got mine from a small Amish outfit. An alternative to the Accu-Strut is Sunflower's "Mo-Rod". It's aluminum instead of steel, and can be ordered in a combination package with their "Mo-Reaper" brake. The sighted version of that brake has an adjustable sight post, compatible with AK/SKS threaded posts, so you can easily swap it with an XS Ring or hi-viz chevron thing. They have a few Samson folding stocks as well, the ones 'they' keep saying we're not supposed to have...

[@LLpros]

Sounds like a great setup! Thanks for the heads up I will look into those parts 👍🏻

[@bradleyfields5921]

Do you have to remove the pic rail to get the bolt out?

[@LLpros]

No sir.

[@Goblin_Tank]

It's nice to find the mini bros on KZbin. I like your vids but this was the one that convinced me to sub. I love my mini but I also enjoy your other gun vids.

[@LLpros]

Oh thanks friend! I got a lot more Mini videos coming!

[@lukesmith981]

I need to find a Mini 14 first.

[@LLpros]

Keep looking man one will pop up.

[@colinkurtz7839]

Only a few around here in central Pennsylvania...

[@to3ta64]

​@@lukesmith981bass pro has plenty of them. They had a mini 30 and a mini 14 in Richmond two days ago.

[@to3ta64]

​@@colinkurtz7839there are plenty of mini 14s in PA... try Dicks Sporting Goods. There are literally millions of Mini`s in the US.... they've been producing them since the 70s

[@NinjaFox-pe3dv]

Good luck my dude. As much as people complain about them, they are dang near impossible to find.. Hope you luck up on on 🤞

[@AndrewSzekely]

well done and nice accompaniment, i am between the holoson (as shown) and some less priced LPVOs. How accurate were you with 510C (100yds?)

[@RobbieKennelley]

I want to do this set up on my mini

[@RobertE.Outdoors]

I got the same sling but it won’t fit on mine any tips?

[@USA_djhiggi77]

Does the red dot sit high on the gun? Looks like it might.

[@LLpros]

It does yes sir. But not enough for it to seem un natural. I’ll give a more thorough review when I go shoot it 👍🏻

[@haydenschlessinger8834]

I loved your mini just like it was. I like the strut but I'm not sure about the red dot. Red dots are super fun but I feel any optic on the mini subtracts from the original feel of the mini. But optics on the mini are an Alan wrench away

[@LLpros]

I recently got another wooden stock that looks a lot more classic. Will be doing update video soon!

[@Tensor187x]

any jams with that mount?

[@LLpros]

None! Works like a dream

[@mattandapril6225]

What is that rail called you have to mount the optic? Where did you find it?

[@LLpros]

Picatiny rail that came with Mini for optic mounts

[@Johnfsu]

Good video. Have you thought about putting a gas adjustment/strut combo (like from ASI) on it?

[@LLpros]

I know about the gas adjustments but I prob won’t ever do it. I don’t mind it slinging the brass 1,000 feet lmao

[@richardevans3084]

I got Accuracy Systems Inc to send me adjustable Gas block also my 585 model was not only throwing empty cases miles away but every one was getting dented as they ejected rendering them useless for reloading. Bolt was also getting bashed to smitherenes I also use buffer on gas rod to tame her down; it works great now

[@richardevans3084]

@@LLprosYour gun will get smashed up if you don’t tone down that over gassed system .Ruger seriously dropped the ball on their gas block not being adjustable

[@malibujoe01]

Bolt buffer spring on your AR is absorbing some of that recoil. Mini has no spring to absorb it.

[@blacktalonalan]

Have you considered installing a Choate handguard? I have them on both mine along with their flash suppressors!

[@LLpros]

I recently got another wooden stock that will stay on the Mini. I love the classic look

[@blacktalonalan]

@@LLpros I have a Choate folder on one of mine. I like it. The other has the OEM stock.

[@lvi2283]

I have a 580 series Tactical model and I bought that same sling, did you have to swap the rear sling ring in order to pass the leather and metal clasp through?

[@LLpros]

No sir I didnt that rear sling swivel is fixed into the stock. . The sling was a tight fit but I got it through both of them.

[@firebeardlongfellow5295]

Getting my mini 14 real soon. I plan on making a bunch of videos to showcase the gun as it is when I get it, and for the individual upgrades I plan to add to it. Not a lot of people go super into detail about various things, or show it in action. That or they always compare it to other guns. I just wanna see the mini 14 on it's own with no mention of X rifle in comparison. Just straight "this is my experience with it. I love/dislike/hate X about it."

[@LLpros]

You’re exactly right about that. They always compare it to another rifle. Just appreciate it for what it is.

[@chriscamp8608]

What are the lowest mounts available that still allow iron sites to be utilized ?

[@LLpros]

Hmm I’m not sure man sorry but if you want to see my mini 14 updates go to my new channel called LeverBoy

[@Cherreee]

love ur vids :)

[@LLpros]

Thank you friend!

[@dylanmartinez2157]

Love this gun so much. I hate my self for it because it will never hold up to BCM AR but man the looks are nostalgic. Have you shot it with the 510c? Has the optic messed with the brass ejection? Thanks for the video!

[@LLpros]

No problems with ejection with optic on!

[@jamesbullock3259]

I have 2 older models, 181 and 183. I really love the weapon.

[@crueman78]

I’ve got both guns as well. Im surprised you think the Ruger mini-14 kicks harder than the Saint Victor? The Mini’s are really soft shooters.

[@tony19118]

Where’d you find that rail? Having a hard time finding one I like for my Mini-30.

[@roberthurst1865]

Looks like the stock rail. Have it mounted on my 585 mini. Looking at ultimak and Samson rails. Will allow a scout/forward mounting of optics.

[@BlackAdder1970]

It just looks good with the Accu-Strut

[@marcdewey1242]

I like that carry strap,have been wanting to get one for my mini 14 ranch rifle.

[@LLpros]

It works great! Hey if you wana see gun updates go to my new channel called LeverBoy 👍🏻

[@B25gunship]

I'd put the Accu Strut on even if it didn't do anything. It looks great.

[@mattanonymous4743]

How did u get the rail up there too Mount the Red dot ?

[@Maloha486]

It comes in the box from Ruger

[@ebsaint]

Very nice additions. Really like the look of the Accu-Strut, too. Video needs more cat.😁

[@LLpros]

Haha agreed idk where she was during this. She always jumps in to thwart my reviews Lol

[@edrianlobendino4107]

I have the exactly the same mini, im assuming that you purchased your accustrut at sunflower outdoor sports. What mini tupe for verification did you pick?

[@LLpros]

Hey Edrian sry man I dont remember where I ordered it from.

[@HKBuilderDIY]

What do you think about taking her out to 300-500 yards and seeing how she groups?

[@LLpros]

Id absolutely give it a try but I make no promises about hitting anything Lmao

[@HKBuilderDIY]

@@LLpros I'm rootin' for ya 🤣

[@DisgustedGenXr]

500 is a stretch for that short barrel. On top of inherent accuracy issue with that platform. Non the less. Super sexy goodness. Loving that leather sling too. The optic. Meh. Out if place. Nice 1-4x would look pretty sharp

[@davidmiller8924]

Struggling with accuracy issues on a 187 series. Installed a strut, smaller gas tube and had the gun back to Ruger. They replaced the bolt. Waiting on a trigger spring so I can clean that up. Hopefully it's worth it....

[@LLpros]

I’m sure it will be! I’ve had great luck with accuracy with mine.

[@rudydedogg6505]

The only thing that "Accu-Strut" does is add weight and mimic the gas plug/piston assembly of an M14 rifle. For what you've spent so far you could almost have had a genuine M1A. Oh, and by applying all those grip panels on your AR, you have effectively blocked off most all of the cooling slots for the barrel and gas system. You might want to rethink that.

[@kentonhammond8938]

Doesn't attaching / clamping something to the barrel of a rifle ruin it's barrel resonance, like a tuning fork, and decrease accuracy ?

[@its_clean]

The Mini barrel is not free floated, and usually tends to only give 3-4ish MOA anyway. We're not talking match AR accuracy here. Barrel harmonics and stuff like that are not going to make an appreciable difference on this type of rifle. I personally wouldn't be hanging extra weight off my rifle just to make it look sort of like an M1, but it won't harm accuracy so do what makes you happy.

[@BlackAdder1970]

Looks great!!

[@jamestatum7759]

Man that is awesome very pretty gun I want one now

[@Geevus805]

Whats the name of that holosun i have a mini 30 and not sure if i want to get a scope or red dot but that solar power feature is awesome

[@LLpros]

Holosun 5 10C

[@Covert_Arrangements]

Beautiful Mini you have there. Tasteful mods. I’m the same way if I ever used a red dot it would have to be Solar. I like permanence in things. I’ll be posting a video of where my Mini-14 sits at this moment. It’s coming along. I just prefer the Mini over the AR. 😁👍🏻

[@LLpros]

I feel you friend! Something about the Mini we love! Look forward to your video!

[@shaneleonard7218]

Does the strut really help? My mini has a longer barrel, Ranch model.

[@LLpros]

Yes I’m sure it helps a little with muzzle rise but if you plan on hiking long distance I’d just go without it to save weight.

[@cogburn1565]

Nice sling,and the strut looks good.

[@LLpros]

Thanks man!

[@delaero]

Does the holosun interfere with case ejection on the mini 14?

[@LLpros]

No friend it does not 👍🏻

[@delaero]

@@LLpros thanks amigo! Probably gonna buy one for my Mini 14.

[@brianwinters7669]

With a mini 15 you can use a tight sling for increased offhand accuracy and it will not pull on the barrel. That is a no no on sn ar.

[@LLpros]

Copy that thanks.

[@craiglewis8272]

Acustrut definitely help with muzzle rise

[@LLpros]

Yes indeed!

[@davy1458]

Not a fan of the red dot....i prefer tho round prism type....but its a really good looking mini youve built.

[@daviddepasque844]

Thanks for your recommendations on this Mini 14 tactical, I've got one on the way to my FFL because of your thoughts on it, (I really think even without seeing this model in person) Ruger really HIT IT OUT OF THE PARK with this one! Its a darn good looking carbine and I grew up watching the original A-Team as a kid in the 80's and although I've owned a few early standard stainless mini 14's there was no real attachment to them and got sold off, ALWAYS wanted a full stock GB mini but accuracy issues ALWAYS kept my $ in my pocket when I saw one available, yours on the other hand is in my eyes the perfect carbine for any situation in life. So thank YOU, mine will be in my gun safe next week!

[@dennisligma4958]

I bought a ranch rifle in ky a few months back and son of a buck if the ultimak rail isnt expensive but do yourself a favor and buy one for it. It holds your sight out of ejection path and its aluminum so it acts like a really good heat sink and cools the barrel down so much faster! And it allowed me to put a 45 offset on it and a strike eagle scope and an atm stock. Every friend of mine who owns a ar15 really love it because it looks old school kick ass.

[@rj12w]

Great vid!👍🏼 What rail mount is that? I’m looking for 1 for my Mini.

[@LLpros]

That was the factory Ruger rail that came with the gun.

[@archishklya4240]

​@@LLpros Its not jams on factory rail with Holosun Red Dot - ? Cause this rail for scopes,doesnt look like for HOLOSUN.I have a lot of jams and i put different rail to put Red Dot more far on barrel from rounds area !

[@saltyroe3179]

00:30 sling 01:10 accu strut 0 red dot

[@hightail5313]

What is the Ruger Model Number of this rifle? Thanks New Sub here.

[@micahwest5347]

Get it the chaoate handguard. Looks so much better.

[@MisterBrewer]

Very cool. I have always wanted one.

[@LLpros]

They’re the best!

[@michael82085]

Very nice! Does that particular sling fit the Ruger factory swivels or was there some modification needed?

[@LLpros]

No modifications needed it fit like a glove

[@blacktalonalan]

Where did you get the stock for the Mini? Part/model number?

[@doughesson]

I've got a Hogue Ghillie Green stock on my Mini 14. That's the only real modification I've done to it.

[@LLpros]

It came with the gun when I bought it.

[@robertconville6269]

Have the same Mini with the accu-Strut, old school military web sling, and a Rear sight from Tech sights. Also found some 30 rd Mags at Samson Mfg! Shoot Safe! Semper Fi!

[@LLpros]

Nice man I love your style! Long live the Mini!

[@robertconville6269]

@@LLpros Update on the 30 rd mags they did not do well on the range so i do not recomend them

[@robertconville6269]

Latest upgrade was a rubberized stock now it is done!

[@dudeinadoughboy4327]

Looks pretty good! I've got mine with an accu-strut, and a ProMag stainless steel 20 round magazine. Not sure if it works yet or not, but it was fairly cheap and damn does it look good! I've also got a sling similar to this one on the way, along with a custom leather butt stock cover (with a pocket and ammo loops), and a Cogburn stripper clip guide. Excited for them arrive so I can dress up my baby, lol

[@texaspatriot9153]

Sweet looking rifle brotha

[@LLpros]

Thanks man!

[@rickbrown7287]

One mod I REALLY LIKE that I did to mine was the trigger finger magazine release. You should check it it out. ✌😎

[@LLpros]

I’ve heard of this mod and it seems very solid!

[@rickbrown7287]

@@LLpros I love it. Makes changing mags a breese. I can give it a push, give the rifle a little shake and the mag drops right out while iam bringing a fresh mag up with my other hand. Takes a little practice tho. Dont remember where I got it but a quick interweb search should find it. Was an easy install too. ✌😎

[@rickbrown7287]

@@LLpros There is a video here on KZbin on it too. search 😉👍

[@rickbrown7287]

@@LLpros That mag release is at this place co*gb*ur*n a*rs*en*al (take all the * out. screwtube keeps deleting the link I tried to post)

[@BustaShenanigans]

@@rickbrown7287 have you found yourself bumping the safety when hitting the mag release or vice versa with this set up? I could imagine myself accidentally releasing the magazine when turning the safety on

[@Skylerwells3]

Where did you get the scope mounts

[@LLpros]

Came with the gun in box

[@fireemblemistrash75]

Definitely using this as a basis for when Im able to get mine! Thanks brother!

[@LLpros]

No problem friend!

[@ScottAT]

Get an Ultimak rail. It’s worth the weight.

[@LLpros]

Ill look into it thanks!

[@thirdlantern]

The new Hannibal rail by Samson Mfg. looks pretty sweet, too. Gives you more optics & accessory options.

[@adamk897]

What stock?

[@LLpros]

It’s called the Speckled hard wood stock and it came with the gun but I’ve since switched it out with another wooden stock.

[@tomstone6247]

Hey big man , long time no see , always a pleasure , keep the videos coming , take care and keep your powder dry .

[@LLpros]

Thanks friend! Yes indeed 👍🏻

[@shaneleonard7218]

I've got the same sling, they last forever!

[@LLpros]

Leather4Ever

[@zebwalton979]

I like the simplicity of the mini-14, but the price doesn’t make sense. Ruger sells lighter ARs for less than the mini-14... perhaps if they sold at the $500 range, they would be even more on n demand. They look cool, but it doesn’t make sense to me.

[@LLpros]

They are pricier than they need to be.

[@MrVillabolo]

@@LLpros I remember in the 1980s they used to be 349.00. And you could buy them all day long. IN CALIFORNIA! Yes, you heard that right. The Pomona gun shows, in southern California, were run by Crossroads of the West twice a year. Six giant buildings, the size and looks of a jumbo jet hanger filled with row after row of gun tables! That stopped in the late 1980s. They were shut down. I miss those days.

[@itwaslikeemptiness]

This is the only gun you should make videos about! Nothing else is needed. I like that the holosun red dot is quick-dettachable so you can quickly transition to irons after you get desperately use the red dot to open a beer bottle.

[@LLpros]

Haha well if I get enough request I’ll definitely make the Mini a priority! Haha Yes I agree about the dot and irons and beer bottle opener.

[@jayhogan1166]

That sling is dying of thirst. Give it some love with leather oil 💦

[@ancientbuns6770]

It just looks tasty

[@LLpros]

Yes it do 😋

[@chipchaffee2416]

Like the videos, keep us updated

[@LLpros]

Thanks friend! I sure will 👍🏻

[@ScottAT]

Accustrut removes VIBRATION.

[@LLpros]

Yes sir it does

[@joserodriguez4370]

Follow up vid?

[@LLpros]

Go sub to my new channel it will be posted there.

[@academiacadejo3266]

Can you sand off and refinish that stock? cause the black-brown speckled wood is ugly AF

[@LLpros]

I originally thought about doing that but I opted to just find another wood stock and I found the perfect one. See other Mini 14 video.

[@petepedro350]

Looks cool but the accu-strut is a gimmick. That being said looking cool is pretty important

[@timvest8141]

Not a gimmick. It works.

[@LLpros]

Yea I mean its mostly there for looks and weight.

[@kentonhammond8938]

I have an original ALL Walnut wood Mini, including the upper hand guard, 180 series made in the mid 70's. According to Ruger there is nothing I can do to the first series at all & they no longer even carry parts for them. It is a gorgeous carbine & I love it to death, but I hate the rear sight & they, Ruger, said I can't change them ? I cannot even put a Red Dot etc on it as there is no way to install a rail period. Mine has the thin pencil barrel & a one blade non protected front sight. Being an all original first series it does have some collectible attributes to it & it is in 100% perfect condition. Don't want to change the stock, it's too damn pretty & cool, but I can't add a Birdcage to it or better sights. Oh well, great little carbine that I love to shoot anyway. I wonder if that under the barrel thingamagig would fit on mine, anybody ??

[@garlandhood9729]

You can have the barrel threaded to put flash suppressor on it and sight moved. Back some had mine done mine was 18 inch barrel had 2 inches cut off shot better groups too

[@jpdaddy678]

I like the sling

[@LLpros]

thanks friend!

[@SchwererGustavThe800mm]

Thats hot. 🤤 Hey! Bootleg Jake Owen! If you wanna look into a gnarly fluted muzzle brake for that mini, check out a company called 'Rectifire Muzzle Brakes'! 🤙🏼

[@LLpros]

Haha well thanks for the advice friend I’ll be sure to check them out!

[@JMaher393]

This makes me wish I got the compensator compatible barrel, looks so clean with the accustrut on there!

[@DisgustedGenXr]

I want

[@LLpros]

You always want it all. Me too. Me too.

[@DisgustedGenXr]

I would definitely like a go at that lever gun and what fool does not want to shoot a mini-14? My all time favorite rifle since childhood. Last time I shot one was about 30 years ago. It was a boat gun on an offshore lobster boat. BA. Just incase any unsavory pirate types decided to get too close 150 mi offshore. Or if just wanted to shoot somebody’s gear that was a little too close.

[@darrellwoods5961]

On a Mini14 a Red Dot os a Joke.. smh

[@philpalmer4877]

Is this the wokeness?