Posted: 7/26/2017 12:32:09 AM EDT
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So a few weeks ago I bought a Springfield TRP.
In the past three days I've put close to 1000 plus rounds thru this gun shooting plates , targets , running and gunning. This thing got Hot dirty and it was HOT outside and humid. This gun has not malfunctioned! Not a jam , FTF, FTE. Nothing. Now the two piece guide rod! That has unscrewed a little bit a few times but I will have to find a true one piece replacement. Great great reliable gun. I love it. |
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The Professional doesn't use a 2 piece guide rod. That should be your indication to ditch it and just use a standard GI rod, spring, and plug. I removed them from my TRP. |
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Great... Untill it breaks They're made by a company called ISMI which provides flat wire springs to virtually the entire gun world. They are far beyond extensively tested to the point it's not even a debate. |
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The flat wire coil springs use the 1911s are the same ones used across the board and just about every other handgun that uses flat wire springs. They're made by a company called ISMI which provides flat wire springs to virtually the entire gun world. They are far beyond extensively tested to the point it's not even a debate. |
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The flat wire coil springs used in the 1911s are the same ones used across the board in just about every other handgun that uses flat wire springs. They're made by a company called ISMI which provides flat wire springs to virtually the entire gun world. They are far beyond extensively tested to the point it's not even a debate. Quoted:
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Great... Untill it breaks They're made by a company called ISMI which provides flat wire springs to virtually the entire gun world. They are far beyond extensively tested to the point it's not even a debate. I broke mine in 2 places and posted pics and Wilson says it happens. |
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then you should put traditional springs in your Glocks and HKs. Same supplier. |
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I replaced my TRP FLGR with a GI rod and plunger from ED Brown
http://www.edbrown.com/product-category/guide-rods/ |
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Attached File I have 2 TRPs and always go to 10-8 Performance for some upgrades. GI length guide rod and plunger is first thing. |
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Try a single wrap of teflon tape around the threads.... Quoted:
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Is there anyway for the two piece GR to keep from unscrewing while shooting? OP enjoy your TRP. I wanted a 1911 for years and always planned on getting something cheaper while lusting after a TRP. Saved my money and years later bought a TRP. One of my best gun purchases! |
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If you use locktite then I can't take it apart I've seen a frame bent from cranking on a two piece guide rod. I personally discard for a gi or one piece that you can disassemble without tools if you want a flgr. |
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you can use blue...... but i would apply a dot thread it in unthread it and let it dry before reassembly personally ...so it just makes it snug when you reinstall I've seen a frame bent from cranking on a two piece guide rod. I personally discard for a gi or one piece that you can disassemble without tools if you want a flgr. Quoted:
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If you use locktite then I can't take it apart I've seen a frame bent from cranking on a two piece guide rod. I personally discard for a gi or one piece that you can disassemble without tools if you want a flgr. |
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If you use locktite then I can't take it apart |
| Congrats OP! Great purchase. I've had my TRP for about a year and a half and I've never regretted buying it. The grip screws occasionally come loose, but I just snug them up when it happens. Blue loctite would probably take care of it, but I'm not sure if using that would impact SA's warranty if I ever had to send it back for something. |
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If your TRP is an Operator look at this, https://dawsonprecision.com/guiderod-1911-5-springfield-trp-operator-or-professional-model-tool-less-by-dawson-precision/
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Mine isn't a TRP but an MC Operator. It came with the GI style guide and plug.
I replaced the one piece guiderod in my Kimber Custom (pre II) with an Ed Brown guide and plug. Attached File Attached File |