Mini-14 Questions

'75scout · May 17th, 2007, 07:42 PM

Has anyone sent your Mini-14 to Accuracy Systems Inc? I have an opporunity to buy a Ruger Mini-14 for $300 and it is in great shape. I have wanted a good rifle and this looks like a good deal. Plus I can borrow it for a while to see how I like it.

But I want to send it to ASI to turn it into a gun that can be used as a short to mid range varmit hunter and a SHTF rifle and also take turns with my Rem 870 as my HD long gun. I just wanted to know if ASIs work it top notch like it seems and accuracy is really improved that much.

'75scout · May 17th, 2007, 07:44 PM

Forgot to mention that I don't like AR-15s. I have shot a few and I know that many people believe them to be perfection, but they don't stike my fancy at all. Also I only plan to buy a few rifles. Those include the Mini-14, M1A, M1 Garand and M1 Carbine. For a long while the Mini-14 will be my only rifle and I want it to serve several purposes. I don't hunt much but where I'm moving I'll be able to develop my interest in varmit hunting and hog hunting. That won't be the minis only duty. Tactical carbine courses, SHTF, HD and general plinking are all the other uses. So I feel investing money in the mini is worth it if it meets all my needs vs buying seperate dedicated guns for several roles.

azchevy · May 17th, 2007, 07:46 PM

just by an accustrut for 75 bucks. it works.

go over to perfect union mini-14 forum and see the results. It is impressive

http://www.accustrut.com/

SIXTO · May 17th, 2007, 08:03 PM

The mini is not known for its accuracy, but its fine to 100 yds or so.
I would not throw good money after bad, as it will never be a tack driver unless you put far too much money into it. Then you have a $1500 rifle worth $300.
I do think the mini14 would serve fine as a SHTF rifle, just dont expect miracles from the gun. I have used mine to hunt coyotes, and it did fine as is, no mods needed.

pgrass101 · May 17th, 2007, 08:25 PM

+1 SIXTO

If you don'y expect more from a Mini-14 than a M-1 Carbine you will be fine. They are about on par accuracy wise. Both great SHTF guns.

I have a M-1 carbine and am planning on getting a CMP one soon. I'd like to get 2 more. 100 to 150 yds is the max range on these, they are defensive rifles not assault rifles.

mike28w · May 17th, 2007, 10:27 PM

I too, was never very attracted to the AR family.... I bought a brand new synthetic stocked Mini 14. It was a neat looking little rifle. Absolutely awful accuracy !! The bullets hit the target sideways. 10 inch groups at 25 yds from a rest !!
I sent it back to Ruger . They did their "magic"... the bullets didn't tumble anymore but the group size was unchanged !!
I traded it in (with a warning) for a Bushmaster. An ugly gun but this shoots like a rifle should !! FWIW.... mike

Rob72 · May 18th, 2007, 11:54 AM

Shoot the Mini, first. Some (I had one) deliver acceptable accuracy, about 2" MOA, mine was a bit better with ammo it liked. If you get a good one, no need to dicker with it.

Conversely, if this will be your primary semi-carbine, likely forevermore, Accuracy Systems would be worth it. Afterall, a $2K Springfield Match is a "tuned" $500 weapon.

Buy mags, buy parts, get the Accuracy Systems job, keep it. If you think you might become besotted with lust for a FAL, M14, G3, AR-10,etc., don't waste the money.

craze · May 18th, 2007, 12:26 PM

You may want to consider the mini-14 target rifle. I've seen them between 7&8 hundred bucks. These are supposed to be 1'' shooters at 100yds out of the box. http://www.ruger-firearms.com/Firear...ding&famlst=61

Jamie Young · May 18th, 2007, 04:02 PM

All I did was throw a scope and flash suppressor on my Mini 14 and I get MOA with good loads. Here's my 300yd results http://www.therallypoint.org/forum/i...p?topic=1077.0

'75scout · May 18th, 2007, 05:12 PM

Found some time to go shoot it tomorrow. I bought some Remington an PMC ammo to put through it. And yes if I like it I'll plan on keeping it, so having it worked on is worth it. I do plan to buy an M1A in the future. Not that I will have the Mini to tinker with I think I'll leave the M1A stock and maybe add a scope.

I'm thinking about having the ASI Harmonic Stabilizer installed, 3-blade front sight, Sage SCAR-CQB stock, Grip Pod, Surefire weapon light and EoTech sight. This set-up should fill the tactical role very well and still be capable of the occasional varmit hunting.

May 17th, 2007, 07:42 PM	#1
'75scout Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 1,165	Mini-14 Questions Has anyone sent your Mini-14 to Accuracy Systems Inc? I have an opporunity to buy a Ruger Mini-14 for $300 and it is in great shape. I have wanted a good rifle and this looks like a good deal. Plus I can borrow it for a while to see how I like it. But I want to send it to ASI to turn it into a gun that can be used as a short to mid range varmit hunter and a SHTF rifle and also take turns with my Rem 870 as my HD long gun. I just wanted to know if ASIs work it top notch like it seems and accuracy is really improved that much. __________________ Yeah I like Glocks, wanna fight about it!

May 17th, 2007, 07:44 PM	#2
'75scout Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 1,165	Forgot to mention that I don't like AR-15s. I have shot a few and I know that many people believe them to be perfection, but they don't stike my fancy at all. Also I only plan to buy a few rifles. Those include the Mini-14, M1A, M1 Garand and M1 Carbine. For a long while the Mini-14 will be my only rifle and I want it to serve several purposes. I don't hunt much but where I'm moving I'll be able to develop my interest in varmit hunting and hog hunting. That won't be the minis only duty. Tactical carbine courses, SHTF, HD and general plinking are all the other uses. So I feel investing money in the mini is worth it if it meets all my needs vs buying seperate dedicated guns for several roles. __________________ Yeah I like Glocks, wanna fight about it!

May 17th, 2007, 07:46 PM	#3
azchevy Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oceanfront Property Posts: 506	just by an accustrut for 75 bucks. it works. go over to perfect union mini-14 forum and see the results. It is impressive http://www.accustrut.com/ __________________ "The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing."- Edmund Burke

May 17th, 2007, 08:03 PM	#4
SIXTO VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Here and There Posts: 10,087	The mini is not known for its accuracy, but its fine to 100 yds or so. I would not throw good money after bad, as it will never be a tack driver unless you put far too much money into it. Then you have a $1500 rifle worth $300. I do think the mini14 would serve fine as a SHTF rifle, just dont expect miracles from the gun. I have used mine to hunt coyotes, and it did fine as is, no mods needed. __________________ In a land of sheep, even a toothless wolf is king. Wake Up! The zombie invasion has begun years ago.

May 17th, 2007, 08:25 PM	#5
pgrass101 Moderator Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 6,105	+1 SIXTO If you don'y expect more from a Mini-14 than a M-1 Carbine you will be fine. They are about on par accuracy wise. Both great SHTF guns. I have a M-1 carbine and am planning on getting a CMP one soon. I'd like to get 2 more. 100 to 150 yds is the max range on these, they are defensive rifles not assault rifles. __________________ Noli nothis permittere te terere

May 17th, 2007, 10:27 PM	#6
mike28w Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: utah Posts: 92	I too, was never very attracted to the AR family.... I bought a brand new synthetic stocked Mini 14. It was a neat looking little rifle. Absolutely awful accuracy !! The bullets hit the target sideways. 10 inch groups at 25 yds from a rest !! I sent it back to Ruger . They did their "magic"... the bullets didn't tumble anymore but the group size was unchanged !! I traded it in (with a warning) for a Bushmaster. An ugly gun but this shoots like a rifle should !! FWIW.... mike

May 18th, 2007, 11:54 AM	#7
Rob72 VIP Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 3,047	Shoot the Mini, first. Some (I had one) deliver acceptable accuracy, about 2" MOA, mine was a bit better with ammo it liked. If you get a good one, no need to dicker with it. Conversely, if this will be your primary semi-carbine, likely forevermore, Accuracy Systems would be worth it. Afterall, a $2K Springfield Match is a "tuned" $500 weapon. Buy mags, buy parts, get the Accuracy Systems job, *keep it*. If you think you might become besotted with lust for a FAL, M14, G3, AR-10,etc., don't waste the money.

May 18th, 2007, 12:26 PM	#8
craze Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Missouri Posts: 341	You may want to consider the mini-14 target rifle. I've seen them between 7&8 hundred bucks. These are supposed to be 1'' shooters at 100yds out of the box. http://www.ruger-firearms.com/Firear...ding&famlst=61 __________________ "The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that's good. --George Washington

May 18th, 2007, 04:02 PM	#9
Jamie Young Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 467	All I did was throw a scope and flash suppressor on my Mini 14 and I get MOA with good loads. Here's my 300yd results http://www.therallypoint.org/forum/i...p?topic=1077.0 __________________ Find out about Gun Shows and Training activities. www.TheRallyPoint.org Get your gun club involved!! Free TRP.org stickers RogueElite.netWoolrich Elite Series Distributor

May 18th, 2007, 05:12 PM	#10
'75scout Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 1,165	Found some time to go shoot it tomorrow. I bought some Remington an PMC ammo to put through it. And yes if I like it I'll plan on keeping it, so having it worked on is worth it. I do plan to buy an M1A in the future. Not that I will have the Mini to tinker with I think I'll leave the M1A stock and maybe add a scope. I'm thinking about having the ASI Harmonic Stabilizer installed, 3-blade front sight, Sage SCAR-CQB stock, Grip Pod, Surefire weapon light and EoTech sight. This set-up should fill the tactical role very well and still be capable of the occasional varmit hunting. __________________ Yeah I like Glocks, wanna fight about it!

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