Build Your Own M2HB Browning Replica-Update 03/07/07

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Build Your Own M2HB Browning Replica-Update 03/07/07

Post by TopKick » Wed Jan 24, 2007 12:58 pm

Gentlemen/Ladies,
I know many folks don't have a lot of cash to spend on a replica 50 cal. to show with their vehicle or display. I thought I would show you all some pictures of my home made replica. I will provide drawings with measurements if there is any interest. All you need is a 50 cal. barrel and you can literally make the rest from scrap metal. I suppose you could make it out of heavy plastic if you wanted to. Remember, this is not a "Shooter" and is only for display. However, I am going to try to convert mine to propane. You will notice. A large bolt is welded onto the receiver end of the barrel and there is a matching nut inside the receiver. This makes it easier to carry disassembled. This replica weighs about as much as the real one. Here are the photos:
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Post by Tankdriver » Wed Jan 24, 2007 1:38 pm

Looks good. I purchased a old home built one when the MVPA conv was in Memphis. I gave 50.00 for it. I cut the barrel off, got a shot out one from SARCO for 35.00 bucks, had a firing chamber made at a machine shop that matched the treads on the barrel where I could just screw it in, and added a gas fire kit. Has worked well for several years now. :D
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Post by Ron McCue » Wed Jan 24, 2007 2:12 pm

I'll take a copy....................
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Post by Bread-Box » Wed Jan 24, 2007 2:44 pm

I would also like a copy. My dad just got a plazma cutter so he may enjoy helping me build it.

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Post by HellonwheelsV100 » Wed Jan 24, 2007 2:49 pm

count me in too, thanks!
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Post by ccandgc » Wed Jan 24, 2007 3:22 pm

very nice! send them to me too please!

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m2hb sideplates

Post by B.A.R. man » Wed Jan 24, 2007 3:35 pm

I have dummy m2hb sideplates for sale,3/16 steel, cut to shape , boltslot and 2 square holes cut $50.oo + shipping for a pair(L/R) thanks email me at sjipping@accn.org
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Post by Rod » Wed Jan 24, 2007 4:09 pm

TopKick,

I'd like a copy of the plans also. Thanks.
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Post by mcfolks » Wed Jan 24, 2007 4:58 pm

Hello!

I'd like a set, too! THANKS!!!
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dummy 50. drawings

Post by armyjeep-cowboy » Wed Jan 24, 2007 5:10 pm

I Would like a setto !!! THANKS!!!

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Post by Ernest Aguilar » Wed Jan 24, 2007 5:34 pm

I'll like to have a copy, that looks like fun.

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Post by Ghostsoldier » Wed Jan 24, 2007 5:36 pm

Topkick...I'm restoring my '43 GPW to an 83rd Armored Recon Battalion configuration...and that .50 would sure look nice in the back!
Could you email me a copy of the plans/photos also?
Thanks!
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Post by j506 » Wed Jan 24, 2007 6:23 pm

Hi Top Kick
Judging by the responses to you post you are probably regreting the offer :wink:
But if you could I also would be interested in obtaining a set.
Thank you
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Post by gearhead » Wed Jan 24, 2007 6:47 pm

Hi top Kick,
I too would like a copy of 'the plans'!
Hope you have time to send all these requests!
Thank you, Ed 8)

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Post by HQ327 » Wed Jan 24, 2007 7:33 pm

Me too please.

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