View Full Version : Micromag Vert Feed Adapter and Forgrip Extender - Anyone Interested?
Sk8ermog
02-20-2014, 06:23 AM
So back in July of last year I posted this:
Micromag Project (http://www.automags.org/forums/showthread.php?265403-New-Hypermag-Micromag-and-RT-Mag-Projects-Need-Help)
After many months and emails with my machinist I received some CAD sketches:
http://m2.i.pbase.com/g9/15/525015/3/152535262.SuyGSDpm.jpg
http://m1.i.pbase.com/g9/15/525015/3/152535261.EIqquHZ7.jpg
We tweaked some ideas and finally got a chance to get my hands on the PROTOTYPES:
http://m2.i.pbase.com/g9/15/525015/2/154554152.4eYDSEzZ.jpg
Here is what they look like on a Micromag:
http://m7.i.pbase.com/g9/15/525015/2/154554287.6R9Y2oYk.jpg
http://m6.i.pbase.com/g9/15/525015/2/154387496.DgXGik4n.jpg
http://m1.i.pbase.com/g9/15/525015/2/154387491.ACCwvwKf.jpg
http://m5.i.pbase.com/g9/15/525015/2/154387495.5A5vJoqn.jpg
Again these are PROTOTYPES and I'm still working on the design. I am always open to suggestions on how to improve the design so please feel free to post ideas.
After posting some pictures I was asked if I would sell these parts. I wasn't planning to sell these because I didn't know what the Micromag market was like. So thats where this thread comes in. I need to know how many Micromag Owners are still out there besides myself and Frizzle Fry. ;)
I have a new machinist that can mass produce these, but I need to have some rough numbers before I hand the CAD drawings over to them. So please vote if you'd be interested in the vert feed adapter and/or the forgrip extender or if you think it's a cool idea, but you don't have a Micromag.
Each vote helps me get better numbers on who might be interested. Thanks.
Frizzle Fry
02-20-2014, 06:25 AM
Awesome! I'd be down for one feedneck, minimum - more likely a few!
swe_crazy
02-20-2014, 06:52 AM
OOoooH! Me want!
maverick13
02-20-2014, 07:14 AM
vert feedneck for me
What's the threading on the vert adapter? Might be worth going one step farther and offer anodizing on them. Basic black would probably work since so many came that way.
I like the vert adapter, not much of a fan of foregrip extenders, but that one is actually not bad. I currently don't own a micro (mainly because I hate using elbows) so I don't have a dog in this race.
Frizzle Fry
02-20-2014, 08:11 AM
I think the threading was Impulse/ION. I'd prefer Angel, but I'll live :)
Sk8ermog
02-20-2014, 08:20 AM
What's the threading on the vert adapter? Might be worth going one step farther and offer anodizing on them. Basic black would probably work since so many came that way...
I agree. Too many parts come out raw and most people just want a basic black. I will look into that. Might affect price, but still a good option.
I think the threading was Impulse/ION. I'd prefer Angel, but I'll live :)
The thread is still being discussed and can be voted on later. I wanted Ion threaded cause there are more options like that Shocktech feedneck on there now. I liked how it was square like the micromag body. Angel feednecks are becoming harder to find.
BTAutoMag
02-20-2014, 08:30 AM
Awesome work.
BigEvil
02-20-2014, 09:00 AM
These would actually make me want to keep my mm and possibly use it :)
bbotts77
02-20-2014, 09:38 AM
The thread is still being discussed and can be voted on later. I wanted Ion threaded cause there are more options like that Shocktech feedneck on there now. I liked how it was square like the micromag body. Angel feednecks are becoming harder to find.
Honestly, I would probably go with the Empire clamping style. I don't see that system going away any time soon.
Patron God of Pirates
02-20-2014, 10:53 AM
Is the same feedneck mounting system that the Z-Bodies use? If so I'm definitely interested.
Sk8ermog
02-21-2014, 03:26 AM
Awesome work.
Thank you sir
These would actually make me want to keep my mm and possibly use it :)
I take that as a huge compliment from you sir, so thank you.
Honestly, I would probably go with the Empire clamping style. I don't see that system going away any time soon.
I was thinking of the clamping style feedneck, but when I held one up to the body it was a lot higher then I wanted it to be. Everyone (including myself) seems to like a lower feedneck so a threaded one seemed the best. I also like options and right now there are tons more Shocker/Ion feedneck options out there then really any other feedneck. They are also cheap. Picked up that Shocktech one for around $12. ;)
Is the same feedneck mounting system that the Z-Bodies use? If so I'm definitely interested.
I was thinking that as well. I've seen pictures of Z-Bodies, but never had one in hand. I'm sure it could potentially work but I might need to look at some pictures again.
C_losjoker
02-23-2014, 12:50 AM
dude I have wanted this for hella long time.
going_home
02-23-2014, 09:56 AM
Very AO-ish (innovative) !
If I hadn't given up on all things Pro Team after the last debacle I'd get one of each.
Good job !
;)
Spduca
02-24-2014, 04:19 AM
Extremely cool Micromag upgrade, I am down for 4 Vert Feed adapters …
Angel
Lvmymag
02-24-2014, 02:49 PM
I voted for both over on mcb.. These look amazing can't wait to see these on the market!
I'd be interested in a feed neck adapter. I've wanted one for a while.
Sk8ermog
03-10-2014, 05:02 PM
Just talked with my contact and they are looking to try squeezing in a run of the forgrip extenders, but they are pretty busy right now. The vert adapters are still being designed better. I will update this thread with any news. Keep voting though. Thanks.
havoc315
03-10-2014, 08:16 PM
Im down for a vert feed neck. Fantastic idea!
C_losjoker
05-15-2014, 12:14 PM
Any updates on them?????
Sk8ermog
05-15-2014, 06:29 PM
Unfortunately no. My wife and I just had our first kid and life has been "fun" ever since. The machinist I talked to about doing these hasn't contacted me back in months. I am going to let things settle at home and then approach a few other machinists about making both.
Glad there is still interest. I have the design 90% finished. Just need someone who can mill them and help me tweak one or two final issues with the CAD file since I don't know how to edit it. If someone knows how to edit a CAD file then please let me know. Thanks.
C_losjoker
05-17-2014, 04:24 PM
Luke, paging luke, come in please.
jpm2112
05-30-2014, 08:38 AM
I want both if they come on the market.
cmbtbiker
07-12-2016, 01:00 PM
Sorry for the Threadomancy,
Recently landed a Gen 4 MicroMag and was researching the idea of the vertical adapter. What ever happened with this project and is there any chance buying/finding something like the one shown above?
Thanks for any responses.
I made the foregrip extenders (http://www.lukescustoms.com/ptp-micromag-foregrip-extender.html) and someone else is printing the feed but I can't find the thread. I believe they are available somewhere on the MCB forum.
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