Navy SEAL Fred Ruiz's AR Pistol / Truck Gun Setup

Former Navy SEAL and competitive shooter, Fred Ruiz, talks about his AR Pistol (Truck Gun) setup.
Here are the products Fred mentions in the video:
Pistol: Primary Weapons System MK 107 Mod 2 M
Vortex Optic
Surefire Warcomp
Surefire Mini-Scout
Surefire Pressure Pad
AR Gold Trigger
KNS Anti-Rotation Pins
LAW Folder
Pistol Brace
Pistol Grip
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[@hoyavp2236]

Thank you for your service, Shipmate.

[@jumpingbiscuits]

Very professional review, in depth, and honest. I will have to check out those spiritus slings. I like my blue alpha gear sling because it didn't utilize a spring clip to adjust, like my previous sling did.

[@jeffmoulton6600]

Glorious! Good to see you back making videos and crushing it!

[@fredruiz6094]

Where you been, fool??!!

[@ldrake911]

Man I grew up with this dude in central FL awesome to see you go so far bro.

[@EBthere]

This was awesome. Thank you for the video.

[@TofuProductionCinema]

My 7.5" Saint Victor also has the Law FB and it works great as my 'truck gun' too. Clean setup, fireball heaven - but the front muzzle device on the SV also diverts the blast forward too.

[@fredruiz6094]

Very true! And that’s why I’m going suppressed 😁

[@jimmysmith3255]

Awesome advice , never knew there was a remedy for the brace; I just ordered 2.

[@richstevens5727]

I have the Gen II optic on my ddm4 pdw and its wonderful! My first holographic and I love it!

[@rosshixon6796]

I noticed the gold trident in the back in the beginning of the video but all i could see was "crush ev-" and i thought ahhhh very cool, "crush every day" . Then i see it says "crush everything" and i thought ahhhhh very SEAL. 😂

[@fredruiz6094]

Lmao I forgot where I got that.

[@timoanez4668]

Great set up, now lets see that puppy in action.

[@Alex-uy8zx]

Great tips. Thanks!

[@fredsiegfried1707]

Man that's sweet, it would fit great in my 03 2nd gen dodge, love my mk18

[@wolffo999]

great vids

[@79dogface]

Great sling choice !

[@sly11benal7]

That charging handle is Sexxxy. Fukin badass set up all around

[@teamtate322]

I have almost the same exact set up minus the optic, and grip. Mine is also .223 Wylde.

[@andrewmconrad]

Nice set up.

[@svaicheksisaphan9105]

Great infor. Thanks for sharing.

[@TacticalHyve]

You bet!

[@michaelgee7509]

Homie gets out of the teams and needs some loot to Kit up the way he was before. Thumbs up and share to get this brochacho to where he needs to be! Hang in there homie you will get all the gear. Shit is expensive and takes time

[@bloodbased]

I don’t know why, but I find this comment deeply unsettling for some reason

[@hackedlion]

rough start great explanation

[@partydog1784]

Thanks for the One Shot heads up 👍🇺🇸.

[@MonsterChuck]

That looks like a Ferro Concepts Slingster.... Could be wrong but there is a tag right there :) The adjustment buckle looks like theirs'. Great sling, use them on most of my AR's. The SBA3 Split Fix is made by Lunar Concepts and sold on Wise Men Company. Worth the money!

[@fredruiz6094]

Ahh! Yes! Couldn’t remember. Thanks 🤙

[@bigedmorgan5244]

Love that sling setup. Gonna change mine over from single point

[@Its_Esoteric]

Single point slings are for fighting two point slings are for carrying, just remember that.

[@bloodbased]

@@Its_Esoteric OH WOWIE AN IDIOM ABOUT SINGLE POINT SLINGS! DID YOU COME UP WITH THAT ALL BY-YOURSELF?

[@commonsenseproductions5893]

Careful with the Split Fix. I suspect that the AFT might deem them as redesigning the firearm to an SBR. The stiffer strap is justifiable, but the little Velcro piece that goes around the split in real sketchy.

[@brian_b_music]

Isn’t that ridiculous that we have to worry about a little piece of Velcro?

[@0xdamian816]

"So now I can stick it in a back pack", this killed me.

[@bloodbased]

I mean, where do you keep your truck gun? 😐

[@tejumo7]

@@bloodbased It's for operating on the way to your truck. Also need some panos to find my truck in the dark ;] .

[@bradbeam7254]

It’s nice to know seals have the same illness of modifying and changing parts on an already exceptional rifle/pistol.

[@fredruiz6094]

There’s no cure.

[@YouTubeBinging]

Very nice

[@matthewsalomone3800]

Coolest looking AR-15

[@tizben]

I need that bootleg upper! But they have no idea when it'll be in stock again

[@fredruiz6094]

It’s a PWS MK107

[@Grey_Rock_]

Enjoyed watching your set up. What sling are you going to get, didn't catch it.

[@fredruiz6094]

Spiritus Systems SierraTac sling. Love it so far!

[@pfknob]

Excellent presentation. Thank you. Questions: Barrel length? Caliber is 7.62?

[@shookadance]

No, 556. 7.75” Barrel...

[@fredruiz6094]

7.75” .223 Wylde 🤘

[@plausibleg.3170]

Built a 556 AR for my car similar to yours. Shot it indoors and outdoors only to discover it was too loud. Without hearing protection the firearm would certainly cause permanent hearing loss. Remember, in emergency scenario you don't have time to apply ears.

[@aerldonathan4381]

In an emergency situation your adrenalin is pumping in that fight/flight situation and the body creates an auditory exclusion protecting your ears. It isn't as effective as ear pro, but you won't blow your ears out either.

[@fredruiz6094]

What Aerl said, but you can either get suppressors or try a flash can/blast tube type muzzle device.

[@Outlander18]

would you take that pistol or any rifle into combat with a law tactical folder?

[@coder6083]

Curious if there’s a reason that you don’t offset your stacked mags per the manufacturer recommendation?

[@fredruiz6094]

It works as is.

[@nowherespecial6780]

I do have a question why did you choose 566/ 300 blackout

[@chuckclark6162]

I run the same "pistol" as my home defense setup, right down to the Surefire 762 can & coupled mags. Only differences are I run an Aimpoint T-2 red dot, a Black Rain Ordnance trigger, a Blue Force Gear sling & no side-folder. Oh yeah, & I used black duck tape to keep the brace from splitting.

[@fredruiz6094]

I actually switched to the SBA4 because it’s so much more rigid.

[@nonetheless01]

Wow , you really think your home defense gun warrants a suppressor . Captain tacticool much ?

[@brock3426]

I have a question with that short of a barrel for that caliber is that pistol still viable with the amount of velocity lost. And would the effective range of the pistol be cut way down because of how short it is? Reason I ask is because I am looking into getting a ar pistol but don't know if I want to go 10.5 or under

[@fredruiz6094]

What’s your intended purpose/range? This is an urban vehicle stored pistol. I don’t plan to hunt large game or do any long range with it. But, I have effectively shot this to 350 yards accurately. I’m sure it has more. Plenty good for my purposes. These things are like shoes. You don’t wear the same pair of shoes for all occasions do you?

[@joesmith-fi1sx]

What are your thoughts or plans on protecting ears if had to use in truck or in home for defense ? You think flash hider or linear comp is quieter or easier on ears ? You might have stated but what is that barrel length ? Thanks !

[@fredruiz6094]

Great question. Suppressors are now in my line up, but if that’s not an option I’d use a blast tube type and then just suck it up.

[@captaingnarlydavidson957]

Who cars about you ears in self defense just saying

[@KiLLJOY1056]

SBA3 is, still, the perfect brace/stock for SBR

[@paulanthony8335]

Great video! What weapon light are you using?

[@fredruiz6094]

Surefire M300

[@kamikazekunze]

Nice unit. Dang near a clone of my Viking Armament Loki Covert. Super fun gun. I really like my tail hook brace as well.

[@PrepperElite]

Nice man

[@TacticalHyve]

Thanks!

[@PrepperElite]

Tactical Hyve can you please share our vids we will do the same brother. God Bless - Mike Bland

[@TacticalHyve]

If you have great content worth of sharing, feel free to email it to [e-mail], and we'll share it if it all the guys like it.

[@mattsterpiecenjmaflva9956]

I’m not sure if you mentioned it or not but what is the barrel links in caliber it’s chamber in?

[@fredruiz6094]

.223 Wydle

[@nathanbieber2840]

so,, I also have the sb3 and it came with it, how do i remove it incase our aft comments dont work? I want to get a 16 upper and regular butt just incase.. but dont know how to change the butt .. any help is appreciated! Hooyah!

[@saturns_eye_2233]

Nice

[@TacticalHyve]

So nice

[@InkwellFoto]

I don't understand what you meant by switching to the 762x39 for a bigger opening? You are just looking for a larger caliber option?

[@fredruiz6094]

There’s a possibility that because the barrel is so short it may not stabilize and tumble and that could cause a baffle strike. There’s some pressure issues as well potentially. Maybe. Maybe not. I’ll just go the 7.62 route and call it a day.

[@brandtjustsayin]

Hes talking about a 7.62 suppressor/silencer. Its like putting an oversize muffler on your smaller engine so the burnt gas can flow through easier. In this case, the larger opening at the business end allows more unburnt gas to escape with less back pressure and possible damage to the suppressor. Also, allows a larger margin of error should the unstabilized bullet wobble coming out the end (common on a 5.56 w/short barrel as a 20-21 inch barrel stabilizes a 5.56 round best). Instead of striking the internals of the suppressor and destroying a tool that took many months and likely thousands of dollars to get, its a small tradeoff that allows a small margin of error insurance. Finally, a 7.62 suppressor can be moved and used on .22 (if you had to), 5.56, and 7.62 (7.62×39, .308, 7.62×51) rifles for more diversity of use from a single suppressor. If you tried to fire a 7.62 through a 5.56 dedicated suppressor, the suppressor (and likely the barrel) would be toast. But a 5.56 through the bigger 7.62 suppressor? No problem. It may not suppress "as much" sound but will still work well and make a noticeable difference.

[@StarshipGazer]

Not sure if you know or not, but the SB Tactical SBA3 pistol brace is NOT ATF approved. ATF sent an official letter to SB Tactical saying they consider it an SBR. Modifying a SBA3 brace with a split fix is also NOT an ATF approved modification. A 10 yr prison sentence and federal felony charge is no joke.

[@tallan1981]

You’re wrong

[@QdMaster]

Pistol brace bans just got dropped so it's all Grey area again now....

[@christophersmithey2283]

Checkout Operator suppressor systems. Minimal “back pressure”.

[@aol328]

What length barrel is that?

[@terrysanture2066]

Cailber, twist, barrel length??

[@abcddcba8882]

🤙

[@alfredzig2035]

0:45 I don't get it ... what do you mean by "model that does have night vision" ?

[@USpatriot741776]

I think he means NV settings.

[@fredruiz6094]

NV setting. The Gen2 version has NV now. It’s legit.

[@shookadance]

The bolt won’t shoot out the back. If you have a round chambered, you can fire one round with the LawTac folded. Then you would have to close the LawTac, chamber a round and continue on firing. So it doesn’t make any sense to fire with it open, since you only have one round, and then you’d have to close and rack it... but yes, you can fire with it open. Lunar Concepts Split Fix Strap... Not saying this was a bad video... but just a suggestion... maybe prepare a bit before filming. Know what you’re going to say. Know what the companies and products are. There’s a lot of people that are going to want to copy your build, and/or look up products you’re using.

[@fredruiz6094]

Nah! Just go live the first time! 😆 What I said about the Law is that if the metal catch wasn’t there, then it would shoot out. Hit me up [e-mail] and I’ll tell you more. 🤙

[@chuckclark6162]

@@fredruiz6094 Fuck it, we'll do it live!

[@fredruiz6094]

@@chuckclark6162 Exactly! Most of this is off the cuff!

[@kippnovak9833]

Take a shot everytime he says um...lol

[@NoGoBu]

What's with the Red🔴 wedding ring,shouldn't it be Gold like your triger ?

[@nightswatch9007]

What’s the cost of your build brother?

[@JJGuccione]

I have the same pistol with the same law tactical folder and a Timney trigger. I don't compete. Optic: One single AWOTAC Polymer Black Fiber Optic Flip-up Rear Sight with Green Dots. Mounted 1-inch aft of the muzzle-end of the rail. Strike Industries - Stabilizer for AR Pistol Something to think about, i.e., isn't a red dot a single sight? Seriously, 6-MOA red dot or 8-MOA ghost ring? A ghost ring needs no battery. How far ya plan on shooting this pistol before you'd grab a rifle? Without a light, loaded with a 30-round Lancer, and swapping the PWS CQB Gen-2 Comp with an M16A2 Flash Hider, I'm at 7-lb. 1-oz - Your rig can't be under 9-lb. No cut intended, just objectively weighing the facts for anyone reading this comment. Truly, I'm still deciding whether I need to swap the muzzle device back to OEM and get a light? Excellent review, I have subscribed.

[@tupacamarushakur4581]

How long is dat barrel 7-8??

[@fredruiz6094]

7.75”

[@apoplecticangel2832]

No back up sights?!

[@fredruiz6094]

No real estate, but I’m looking at other configurations to accommodate for some.

[@supcool10]

Guy is an expert So I took a lot from this.

[@TerryWhisk]

Being a navy seal doesn’t automatically make you an expert on weapons. Turn the history channel off gramps

[@TylerMckissack]

@@TerryWhisk funny cause I saw on a Netflix documentary about SEALs that they are trained to be able to effectively use any weapon they may find during combat. Not saying your wrong, cause honestly I have no idea. But just saying 😆

[@fredruiz6094]

🐸🔱

[@chuckclark6162]

@@TerryWhisk Yes. It does. They may not be "gun guys", but they are small-arms weapons experts.

[@beyondredemption]

Why does it sound like it’s your first gun?

[@kayelones]

Is the 556 good enough in the field ?

[@fredruiz6094]

Which field?

[@sly11benal7]

556 battle tested n proven💯

[@mirakekkle9476]

5.56 will literally destroy someone lmao

[@rb89509]

A $300 $urefire light with a $70 mount and a $195 remote switch? Ouch!

[@fredruiz6094]

The market has other options. I like Surefire. 🤙

[@chuckclark6162]

Buy once, cry once.

[@benp.1710]

Streamlight protac, another reputable brand, 1000 lumens, comes with a pressure pad on amazon for 94 bucks. it also works with surefire scout mounts.

[@CoryHobbs2178]

Wait until you get a Modlite, insane. I am hooked on them now

[@caleb1740]

Rookie question. Doesn't the tactical folder make it illegal since it's a 'pistol' or?

[@diesirae6780]

It's absurd to have a 7" 5.56 gun with a folding buffer mechanism, rather than having a 7.62x39 AK pistol with folding brace. 5.56 needs to be traveling around 2500 fps for optimal terminal ballistics and it's probably not even leaving the barrel at that speed out of that length barrel. 300 Blackout would be a much better choice for an AR platform but it's also much more expensive.

[@ptgworldwide4727]

Bet you won’t be willing to stand in front of it or even be shot at by it

[@Ronin_Noir]

@@ptgworldwide4727 💯 🤣. That’s what irks me about the KZbin gun community. Everyone is too focused on minor details like above, to realize what a gun is used for: Protection and if need be, to be part of a militia if we are invaded. Like arguing hollow points versus FMJ, or $3000 rifle versus $600. Granted they all are different but at the end of the day, they’ll do what they’re designed for and it’s better than having nothing at all. Best alternative get what you need based on what you can afford at the time. When time and money is readily available, upgrade to another option and sell of what you no longer need to someone else (legally lol) . Before people dedicate money on getting the most expensive gun on the market, I and other experienced gunners , always suggest taking training classes (beginners to advanced) . Went

[@JHenkel24]

Yeah.....im sure you're more experienced and better equipped than this navy seal to decide whats a good option. Stick to call of duty

[@garyjohns4711]

weight?

[@fredruiz6094]

I don’t know. Doesn’t really matter to me.

[@unmalo2768]

You modified the brace, that makes it illegal. It no longer can be used in it's intended use by closing the split. There is no reasonable way to think that an arm could go through there now. Just sayin'

[@Codylun92]

🥾 👅

[@kurtolson6226]

Hi my name is Kurt Olson , and I would like to know ar pistol or ak pistol in 9mm or 5.56 which would be better for home defence, I had my ar pistol stolen awhile back , thank u.

[@fredruiz6094]

Depends. Lots of factors. Personally I enjoy the crack of a 5.56 suppressed.

[@COLANGUS-tt8lf]

Probably about a 1000 just in 💡

[@1969darr]

Is that a icky gun?

[@MrKrzymunky]

👍🏿

[@mr.c.3760]

I like your overall AR build...it's just that introducing potential mechanical failure points at critical points is a big NO for me (the law folder). Murphy's law does exist you know... If you want a foldable AR, buy one that is designed from the ground up to do so, like a piston driven AR folder (brn180, sig mcx/virtus, etc) or even an AK. I get it though, you're not a gunsmith/engineer, just remove that lawtac and you'll be good to go...at least you don't have a bad lever lol

[@HIPPIETHUG92109]

The ultimate killing machine and it's absolutely legal at least for now. While visiting a Walmart parking lot a woman was screaming with ear piercing decibels regarding a shopping cart being in her parking spot. People all sizes were running for cover like I've never seen before. I was so impressed with her crowd control abilities I had to talk to her and her name was Karen. Long story short, I now keep her as my EDC all you need is a quick release leash and mouth gag. Don't worry folks apparently these Karen's are available everywhere so go out and get one today while supplies last.

[@Yaroslav_Tselovanskyi]

Is there any other reason than stupid government regulations to use a pistol brace?

[@fredruiz6094]

Zero.

[@ficklepickle2495]

people who can't lift one arm to proper position (or have one arm) can still use an effective AR15 to defend themselves and their families.

[@ErriNight]

Why does a navy seal need a pistol build? Isnt he allowed a full on machine gun with just a bit of paperwork?

[@taylorloudenback5522]

Ammo cost is wayyy up. Lol

[@aerldonathan4381]

No, just because you served doesn't give you the licensing to purchase class 3 firearms.

[@fredruiz6094]

I’m the same as you.

[@garyjohns4711]

I understand to each their own.... I would ditch the sling, the reason being its a bitch of a snag master, snagging all sorts of things exiting your truck/vehicle... unless you use a heavy rubber band system to coil up the sling and thus immensely limiting snaging and still providing rapid sling deployment once you have exited the vehicle. also, I would use the Lancer AWM system (smoked mags being able to see your rounds for count) 60 rounds instead of Magpuls a little more cost for the setup but well worth the cost, just my opinion .....

[@fredruiz6094]

I like slings. No issues on my end. I get your point, but also, most people suck at using slings. It’s an art in itself. I like Magpuls. They work for me. Also have a 60rd drum. Also have the Lancers. I just like Magpul.

[@captaingnarlydavidson957]

That's alot of money to leave in the truck 🤣🤣

[@BravoJulietAlpha]

First time I've ever seen of Navy Seal use a pressure pad lol.

[@2amProFilms]

That's ALOT of money for someone to break into your car and steal.

[@nebulousJames12345]

that's a lot of weight for one arm!

[@fredruiz6094]

Get strong.

[@superdude5100]

Keeps calling it a rifle.... It's a pistol 😉

[@son_of_guns]

My brother in arms, you're not very knowledgeable on the rifle breakdown, either by choice or ...... but appreciate the vid

[@paratrooperlane7022]

Why optics on a close range weapon? How is that better than fix iron sights? Which is easier to acquire optics or iron sights? I know night time is a different question. And if you weren't in the Military, I don't need to hear from keyboard warriors.

[@aerldonathan4381]

1 focal point instead of 2 so you can threat focus, finding a dot is a lot quicker than aligning 2 post.

[@fredruiz6094]

Optics. This is the way. Irons as backup.

[@spaghettipizza47]

Bruhh 30 seconds into the video and he calls it a rifle 🤦‍♂️😂😂😂atf showing up boyyyy

[@sly11benal7]

Nice my.man. I always wonder almost no one has slings for a weapon system like this. KZbin "gun" people. It's drives me nuts....along with a lot of their other awful habits/mechanix. I get they're not professionals, but still😂

[@fredruiz6094]

I’m not perfect either. Not a pro-KZbinr by any means. Just sharing my thoughts and perspectives for free in hopes to help others.

[@RegimentJoker]

Uh, uh ,uh ,uh ,uh ,uh, uh, uhh, uhhh, uh, uhhh, um, uhh, uhm

[@cognition26]

lol what are you doing that you need a EDC AR pistol

[@tso115]

? Rifle ??? ATF no like...

[@fredruiz6094]

I don’t know what it’s called. I just know the sound it makes when....

[@leeross3950]

With all the crackdowns popping up check out LRBY / Odysee as a possible channel back up

[@whocares3132]

I have heard they are gonna ban the sell of ammunition.

[@czuw2967]

That looks like a fun gun to return to the government! I think I’ll go buy one now so I can flush that money right down the toilet!!

[@bdp295]

Anyone who complies with a buyback is pathetic

[@voodoo1449]

How can you be a SEAL and fuck up the nomenclature within mere seconds of the video? I truly expect more from elite warriors...present and past

[@TacticalHyve]

Your expectations might be too high...they are soldiers, not necessarily gun nerds. Many take the 'tools' they are provided and know how to use them, but they don't need to know many things inside and out.

[@Bharmanxxx]

Uh uh uh uh uh uh uh...

[@RegimentJoker]

Glad I'm not alone

[@fredruiz6094]

Your turn.

[@backwardog1]

If no one says anything how is he supposed to know to fix it. Also since this is the performance critical post i will say there is some echo or microphone artifact that is distracting. Might want to look at that closely. Still thanks for posting to the youtuber really intrested in this setup.

[@moldyburgers8742]

I hate it when ppl refer this type of set up a “truck gun” like wtf are you some sort of highway trucker that gets high jacked all the time? People that don’t even own a truck still call it their “Truck Gun” . People are stupid.

[@chuckclark6162]

Truck gun refers to a rifle or shotgun that you keep in your truck, usually behind or under the seat(s). Trunk gun is the same for those without a truck, except it is kept in the trunk. You are the stupid one.

[@RegimentJoker]

Bro you're crying. They don't make Prius guns for you. Lol

[@fredruiz6094]

I’m a trucker. Ever seen Fast and Furious? Need to have a truck gun.