Posted: 11/25/2008 11:19:55 AM EDT
| I've been considering taking up the "slack" on the trigger of my 22. I really dont want to change the weight of the trigger pull per se, but I wouldnt mind the option either. I just want all of that pre-travel taken up. Any suggestions? Also, anyone here use the heavier guiderods? |
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1) Only do this kind of thing on a range-only gun. IMHO it would be very ill advised to carry a gun with such a modified trigger for personal protection. What you are proposing would disable one, perhaps two, of the passive safety systems designed into the Glock system.
2) You could try modifying your factory trigger by adding a setscrew to reduce the trigger return, but this would be a clunky solution. You will get a much better trigger with one of the drop-in trigger systems like the Glockworx or the Vanek. Note that these may still not be compliant with the rules of some competitions, including USPSA Production Division. Unless it is for a USPSA Limited or Open gun, I would encourage you to learn to master the Glock trigger as it is. My carry and match Glocks have the stock trigger system with the only change being a "-" connector. For USPSA, I prefer a 1911-pattern gun, the trigger of which will never be rivalled by a Glock. |
| Glocks have a very short trigger reset. Try dry firing (without the mag and an empty chamber of course) your Glock to get a feel of the trigger reset. Take up the slack on the trigger. Right before it breaks, rack the slide to the rear and pull the trigger at the same time. When you release the slide, keep the trigger to the rear. Then SLOWLY let the trigger go forward until you hear the click (trigger reset). You will be ready to take your next shot with no over-travel on the trigger. Try it next time at the range. |
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All you need is a 3.5# connector and a Competition Trigger Spring for a lighter and crisper trigger. Much of the 'slack' will be eliminated and you'll love your new trigger. Best of all is that its both cheap (under $20) and so easy you can do it yourself.
3.5# Connector: I've tried Glock, Scherer, and Lone Wolf 3.5# connectors in my Glocks and Lone Wolf's is the best hands down because it gives you the best 'break' with less takeup and overtravel. You can get it from Glockparts for $13 HERE. Comp Trigger Spring: The Comp Trigger Spring is a higher weight spring (6lbs vs 5lbs) and because the spring works with you pulling the trigger, not against you, the higher spring weight gives you a lighter and crisper pull. Glockparts has them for $5 LINK. While you’re at it, give your Glock a 25¢ trigger job by following the instructions HERE. Its really quite simple to do and you’ll be pleased with the results. For instructions on replacing your connector and trigger spring, as well as disassembling your Glock, check out Top Glock's Tech Page HERE. Just click on the link for the assembly you want to work with and they give instructions with photos to help you do it. Glocks are simple to work on so give it a try. |
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All you need is a 3.5# connector and a Competition Trigger Spring for a lighter and crisper trigger. Much of the 'slack' will be eliminated and you'll love your new trigger. Best of all is that its both cheap (under $20) and so easy you can do it yourself. 3.5# Connector: I've tried Glock, Scherer, and Lone Wolf 3.5# connectors in my Glocks and Lone Wolf's is the best hands down because it gives you the best 'break' with less takeup and overtravel. You can get it from Glockparts for $13 HERE. Comp Trigger Spring: The Comp Trigger Spring is a higher weight spring (6lbs vs 5lbs) and because the spring works with you pulling the trigger, not against you, the higher spring weight gives you a lighter and crisper pull. Glockparts has them for $5 LINK. I put both of these in my Model 20 & the difference was indeed amazing. The replacement procedure is fairly simple & even *I* was able to do it. 
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| My G22 has the Ghost Rocket and It has alot less overtravel now, It takes about 20 min to put it in. have to do some sanding and some adjusting the overtravel tab. Along with a extra power trigger spring makes a really nice trigger. I am going to do it one more time, to my G20 |