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Xx1337NINJAxX · 03-02-2008, 05:48 PM

Hey guys, I'm still new to xd's so please bare with my lack of knowledge. Is it true that changing of barrels / mags is all it takes to change calibers of the xd? Are there internal differences in the guns that would make it less reliable after a conversion? I am wanting to get a .40 s&w service and throw a 9mm conversion on it while target shooting, and keep the .40 cal at home for defense. What is the most reliable conversion barrel? Is it recommended that the slide is changes as well? .40 s&w mags are the same as 9mm ones correct? Sorry for the barage of questions, I just wanted to be 100% sure before making the purchase. Thanks in advance!

kdhs10 · 03-02-2008, 06:55 PM

Yes there is such a barrel, the slide does not have to be changed and the mags will work as well.

Xx1337NINJAxX · 03-02-2008, 08:05 PM

What about the guide rod / spring. Do these need to be changed as well for a reliable set-up? What is the worst thing that could happen if not changed - FTE? premature slide lock?

nothingness · 03-02-2008, 08:22 PM

I have a XD40 tact. and the 9mm ported conversion barrel from EFK.
I had already upgraded my guide rod with 1 of Dons guide rods, this isn't necessary for the 9mm conversion barrel though. I suggest you use 9mm magazines with the conversion barrel and a lighter guide rod spring like a #14.
All of which can be picked up over at PistolGear.com unless they're sold out.

It isn't going to be 100% reliable, but it's been around 98% reliable for me with 9mm mags and a light spring.

03-02-2008, 06:55 PM	#2
kdhs10 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Jax, FL Posts: 241	Yes there is such a barrel, the slide does not have to be changed and the mags will work as well. __________________ I wish my lawn was emo so it would cut itslef. XD40 Service Para-Ordnance Warthog .45

03-02-2008, 08:22 PM	#4
nothingness XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Ft.Worth, Tx / Depression Ranch Posts: 828	I have a XD40 tact. and the 9mm ported conversion barrel from EFK. I had already upgraded my guide rod with 1 of Dons guide rods, this isn't necessary for the 9mm conversion barrel though. I suggest you use 9mm magazines with the conversion barrel and a lighter guide rod spring like a #14. All of which can be picked up over at PistolGear.com unless they're sold out. It isn't going to be 100% reliable, but it's been around 98% reliable for me with 9mm mags and a light spring. __________________ T n f g H When the Government fears the people, there is liberty. When the people fear the Government, there is tyranny. - Thomas Jefferson

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03-02-2008, 05:48 PM	#1
Xx1337NINJAxX XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 8	caliber conversion Hey guys, I'm still new to xd's so please bare with my lack of knowledge. Is it true that changing of barrels / mags is all it takes to change calibers of the xd? Are there internal differences in the guns that would make it less reliable after a conversion? I am wanting to get a .40 s&w service and throw a 9mm conversion on it while target shooting, and keep the .40 cal at home for defense. What is the most reliable conversion barrel? Is it recommended that the slide is changes as well? .40 s&w mags are the same as 9mm ones correct? Sorry for the barage of questions, I just wanted to be 100% sure before making the purchase. Thanks in advance!

03-02-2008, 08:05 PM	#3
Xx1337NINJAxX XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 8	What about the guide rod / spring. Do these need to be changed as well for a reliable set-up? What is the worst thing that could happen if not changed - FTE? premature slide lock?