Calling all 1911 gurus

[cody88]

If you're swapping out a full length guide rod to a GI-style set up, just replace the original parts with these two parts:

http://www.brownells.com/handgun-parts/recoil-parts/recoil-spring-guides/1911-auto-bullet-proof-recoil-spring-guides-prod42055.aspx

http://www.brownells.com/handgun-parts/recoil-parts/recoil-spring-plugs/1911-auto-bullet-proof-recoil-spring-plug-prod40131.aspx

You can use the factory-provided coil spring. I like Wolff springs myself. For a .45 ACP 1911, 16LB is the standard recoil spring weight. Cheers! --1911ShooterPhil

Thank you!

[DArBad]

Forgive ignorance, that new guide rod would replace the bottom (back?) half of the full length guide- rod using the same spring already in there, correct?

Correct Cody88. Might as well order a new recoil spring since you are already odering the plug and guide rod. As you mentioned, you are unsure of how many rounds were used by the previous owner.

Order the 16 lbs recoil spring(the Wolff brand, conventional spring) the GI style recoil plug (closed end), and the GI style (short) guide rod. It will be money well spent on a good gun.

[cody88]

If you're swapping out a full length guide rod to a GI-style set up, just replace the original parts with these two parts:

http://www.brownells.com/handgun-parts/recoil-parts/recoil-spring-guides/1911-auto-bullet-proof-recoil-spring-guides-prod42055.aspx

http://www.brownells.com/handgun-parts/recoil-parts/recoil-spring-plugs/1911-auto-bullet-proof-recoil-spring-plug-prod40131.aspx

You can use the factory-provided coil spring. I like Wolff springs myself. For a .45 ACP 1911, 16LB is the standard recoil spring weight. Cheers! --1911ShooterPhil

Thank you!

Wouldn't happen to have a Brownell's code would ya?

[Ant45]

What is the reason for replacing the guide rod?

[Brandon04GT]

Just make sure the new GI plug you are using isn't too wide and rubbing hard against the inside of your slide. Also make sure it clears your barrel's lower lug.

[cody88]

What is the reason for replacing the guide rod?

Big reason is I'm not a fan of needing an Allen Wrench for disassembly/cleaning. Seen many people shoot just fine without one, although that doesn't matter much because either way it's more accurate than I. On a smaller note, I guess wieght plays a small part too.

[Ant45]

Big reason is I'm not a fan of needing an Allen Wrench for disassembly/cleaning. Seen many people shoot just fine without one, although that doesn't matter much because either way it's not accurate than I. On a smaller note, I guess eight okays a small part to.

So basically it's a personal preference thing than a performance issue?

[cody88]

So basically it's a personal preference thing than a performance issue?

Correct lol forgive the original grammar in that post, autocorrect went crazy.
Although one could argue breakdown of the weapon as a performance issue

[Ant45]

Correct lol forgive the original grammar in that post, autocorrect went crazy.
Although one could argue breakdown of the weapon as a performance issue

Thanks for the explanation. I have 3 1911's (Springfield, Kimber & Les Baer) and never really paid attention to the innards, I just take them apart, clean and reassemble. I'm relieved that I don't need to spend any more $$ on them, this modding stuff gets addicting!

[cody88]

Thanks for the explanation. I have 3 1911's (Springfield, Kimber & Les Baer) and never really paid attention to the innards, I just take them apart, clean and reassemble. I'm relieved that I don't need to spend any more $$ on them, this modding stuff gets addicting!

Yeah I feel ya, my first baby is due later this month so I'm getting this sense of "if you're gonna do it do it now" when it comes to mods.

Once again thank you everyone for the help, in my Brownells cart I have the Wolff 16# recoil spring, Wilson Combat government recoil spring guide, and a stainless Wilson ringed recoil spring plug to match the stainless barrel.

[5ZS]

I think I have seen 1 Brownells coupon this year.

Try Midway:

http://www.midwayusa.com/General.mvc/Index/Schematics~Gov1911

http://www.midwayusa.com/find?sortby=1&itemsperpage=100&newcategorydimensionid=18808

http://www.midwayusa.com/find?sortby=1&itemsperpage=100&newcategorydimensionid=18807

http://www.midwayusa.com/freeshipping

http://www.midwayusa.com/s-promo/welcome-offer

Those flat wire is suppose to last 10 times of a regular coil spring (at least Wilson's version and Wilson's claim).
I like regular maintenance (even if round count is not up high), so the cheaper normal coils spring are for me.

[cody88]

I think I have seen 1 Brownells coupon this year.

Try Midway:

http://www.midwayusa.com/General.mvc/Index/Schematics~Gov1911

http://www.midwayusa.com/find?sortby=1&itemsperpage=100&newcategorydimensionid=18808

http://www.midwayusa.com/find?sortby=1&itemsperpage=100&newcategorydimensionid=18807

http://www.midwayusa.com/freeshipping

http://www.midwayusa.com/s-promo/welcome-offer

Those flat wire is suppose to last 10 times of a regular coil spring (at least Wilson's version and Wilson's claim).
I like regular maintenance (even if round count is not up high), so the cheaper normal coils spring are for me.

Lol I'll price it out thank you!

[juelz919]

If someone wants to post a comprehensive list of parts that'd be awesome I am thinking about doing the exact same thing to mine.

[cody88]

If someone wants to post a comprehensive list of parts that'd be awesome I am thinking about doing the exact same thing to mine.

Follow that those midway links posted above for a parts list! $5 to boot

[cody88]

Double Post, but here is exactly what I ordered. Midway ended up being a tad cheaper both with items and shipping, and the coupon code 5ZS posted sealed the deal.uploadfromtaptalk1433624862084.jpg. Will follow up when it arrives the 15th! Baby is due the 23rd!