guide rod

[vtrigger77]

should i replace my colt .380's plastic guide rod to a metal one? is this neccesary?

[Mossy Man]

Everyone I've ever asked about plastic guide rods will say that it's all in your mind.

Millions of Glocks run fine with plastic guide rods.

[vtrigger77]

oh ok then if its not broken why fix it right

[Mossy Man]

i would buy another plastic one and some recoil springs just to have some extras, though.

[vtrigger77]

what difference will a 12lb spring to the stock 11lb?

[locosway]

I never did figure out the fascination with changing out guide rods.

[TripleThreat]

I couldn't resist......

what difference will a 12lb spring to the stock 11lb?

1 lb.

[Shapes And Colors]

1 lb.

[vtrigger77]

1 lb.

lmao performance wise?

[InGrAM]

No, it is not necessary. I have had my plus II for years with the plastic guide rod. I don't shoot it much anymore but it was shot quite a bit back in the day and I never had a problem.

[Dellinger]

All hype, I have titanium ones and ss but the plastic is in my G23C. Spring weight is about ammo but the only thing my gun ever did with a swap is FTF when my friend would shoot it, weak grip...

[kmca]

what difference will a 12lb spring to the stock 11lb?

I run across very few springs that are actually what's marked on the package. You're best bet is buying a few spares and weighing them yourself.