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5/1/2011 9:55:13 AM EDT
I loaded some really light loads and they aren't cycling in my G17.  I was thinking that a reduced power recoil spring would help it cycle.  

What is the stock weight spring?
How much should I go down?
Where is a good place to buy the recoil rod and springs?
5/1/2011 10:06:13 AM EDT
[#1]
here
5/1/2011 11:37:08 AM EDT
[#2]
The OEM recoil spring is 17lbs.

I would suggest coming down to 15lbs if that is the only spring you are going to replace.  Glock springs are balanced between the recoil and striker springs.

I run a 13lb ISMI spring in my 9mm Glocks in addition to a Wolff reduced power striker spring.  I'm using the factory polymer recoil rod.

-Randy
5/1/2011 11:39:16 AM EDT
[#3]
I sometimes shoot really light .40 loads through a lone wolf barrel in my G20.  I would definitely recommend the Wolff Guide rod and springs.  
5/2/2011 9:05:05 PM EDT
[#4]
My Gen3 has never had a problem with the 13lb spring and 130pf ammo.
5/2/2011 10:37:05 PM EDT
[#5]
I installed a Wolff 14lb spring with Jager full length steel rod in my G35 and love it.  It cycles perfectly with all loads.  My minor load is Titegroup 3.5g w/ Berry's 180g FP-DS.