1911 guide rods, what works?

[Ray Ray 3,566]

I have a Springfield Armory TRP and it comes with a 2-piece full-length guide rod and it sucks. It comes apart if i don't tighten down the allen head on the rod and it makes take down a beotch. What are my options?

[1563621 388]

2 PC. Is a favorite of mine. Tighten that **** down!!!

[Steve_G 51]

Ray, get rid of that 2 piece thing and get a GI set up. I have not noticed any difference in my TRP since switching and it makes take down tooless and easy.

[Ray Ray 3,566]

Ray, get rid of that 2 piece thing and get a GI set up. I have not noticed any difference in my TRP since switching and it makes take down tooless and easy.

 

from where?

[Steve_G 51]

I got all the parts from Wilson Combat.

[Ray Ray 3,566]

I got all the parts from Wilson Combat.

 

can you send me the links for what i need? this guide rod is killin me bro!

 

brownells i'm guessing right?

[Smokin .50 1,907]

Ray,

 

Either a different brand 2-pc. like Wilson, or perhaps a one-piece full length rod. I have a couple .45's with 2-pc rods that don't come apart unless you want them to. Also depends what type of barrel bushing you're using (easy to remove?).

[Ray Ray 3,566]

Ray,

 

Either a different brand 2-pc. like Wilson, or perhaps a one-piece full length rod. I have a couple .45's with 2-pc rods that don't come apart unless you want them to. Also depends what type of barrel bushing you're using (easy to remove?).

 

dissasembly sucks

[Steve_G 51]

Plug

 

http://shopwilsoncombat.com/Recoil-Spring-Plug-Ringed-Cap-Bullet-Proof-Stainless/productinfo/566/

 

Guide rod

 

http://shopwilsoncombat.com/Recoil-Spring-Guide-Blue/productinfo/R8/

 

You might as well pick up a new spring while your at it. I switched to a 16.5 lb Wolf variable.

 

http://www.gunsprings.com/cID1/mID1/dID1#3

[Smokin .50 1,907]

Then go with the GI set-up like was suggested, and use a shockbuff. Just watch for any wear on the recoil spring that would indicate "bunching or kinking" that could cause a failure to cycle. Worse case, you just change the spring more often...

[Steve_G 51]

Ray,

 

Either a different brand 2-pc. like Wilson, or perhaps a one-piece full length rod. I have a couple .45's with 2-pc rods that don't come apart unless you want them to. Also depends what type of barrel bushing you're using (easy to remove?).

 

I tried the Wilson one piece FLGR and it worked great. The disassembly still sucked though. That rim on the plug is a bear on your fingers. Of course you can use the tool or even the base of a mag but, a GI setup just really simplifies it.

[Steve_G 51]

Brownells also has them.

 

http://www.brownells.com/handgun-parts/recoil-parts/recoil-spring-guides/govt-recoil-spring-guide-ss-sku965000116-42055-78547.aspx?sku=965-000-116

 

http://www.brownells.com/handgun-parts/recoil-parts/recoil-spring-plugs/ringed-recoil-spring-plug-sku965000106-40131-61939.aspx?sku=965-000-106

 

http://www.brownells.com/handgun-parts/recoil-parts/recoil-springs/16-1-2-lb-wolff-variable-power-spring-for-govt-model-sku969424016-24868-37286.aspx?sku=969-424-016

[Bully 749]

Personally I like one piece, full length guide rods. GI's are nice for dis/re assembly but I prefer the additional weight up front and the fact that I can put the slide together and install it on the frame as a piece if I want to.

 

Hike up your skirt and get a one piece...

 

C

[tony357 386]

I tried the Wilson one piece FLGR and it worked great. The disassembly still sucked though. That rim on the plug is a bear on your fingers. Of course you can use the tool or even the base of a mag but, a GI setup just really simplifies it.

 

They make a wrench for that.. makes it very easy and it is plastic not to marr up the gun..my taurus's and kimber came with one..

[tony357 386]

dupe.

[Ray Ray 3,566]

Brownells also has them.

 

http://www.brownells...sku=965-000-116

 

http://www.brownells...sku=965-000-106

 

http://www.brownells...sku=969-424-016

 

Thanks

[twong11219 0]

I've used all 3 options. 1pc, 2pc and GI plug style. GI plug is definitely the easiest when it comes to field stripping. Overall, I prefer guide rods. The spring compresses and decompresses in a linear path. When using a GI plug, the spring will bow in the path of least resistance before it compresses, either towards the barrel or dust cover. When you cycle the slide slowly on the GI plug, you can hear the spring bow and the coils dragging their way into the plug.

 

For my HD 1911, I use the 1pc. That way you never have to worry about part failure. Of the 3, using a 1pc is the most annoying to field strip. Gotta pull the spring off before you can slide out the rod to take out the barrel. Not the end of the world, but an additional step.

 

For my single-stack match 1911, I run a 2pc just for ease of disassembly. I use a quality allen key and crank down pretty hard on the rod. Have not had one instance where it started loosening up. As you are already aware, need a tool to disassemble. Not a big deal IMO. I tend to field strip and wipe off all the carbon build-up at home after a match anyway.

[hiker88 22]

I have a 1pc, 2pc and GI style on different pistols. Ray-Ray a cheap solution to your "problem" is blue loctite and a little muscle. $3 bucks a small bottle.

[Ray Ray 3,566]

I have a 1pc, 2pc and GI style on different pistols. Ray-Ray a cheap solution to your "problem" is blue loctite and a little muscle. $3 bucks a small bottle.

 

Are any better than the other?

[hiker88 22]

2pc is as good as a 1pc for as long it's screwed on tight. Does it make a pistol shoot more accurately vs the GI style? IMHO, I don't think so. A lot of custom guns out there right now are coming out wih the GI style spring guide and shoot as accurately as guns with a FLGR.

[ronhonda 86]

1 piece Mr. Know It All

296-000-003WB

http://www.brownells...avs|Make_3=1911

[Ray Ray 3,566]

Brownells also has them.

 

http://www.brownells...sku=965-000-116

 

http://www.brownells...sku=965-000-106

 

http://www.brownells...sku=969-424-016

 

ordering this, thanks guys

 

do i need a take-down tool for this setup as well?

[Steve_G 51]

ordering this, thanks guys

 

do i need a take-down tool for this setup as well?

 

Just your thumb.

[Ray Ray 3,566]

gracias

[robot_hell 72]

converted my Springer to a GI and never looked back