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Buzzfuzz · 03-10-2008, 06:41 PM

Can anyone explain what models have the full length guide rods... while others have the short stem type? Mine is a loaded frame, and I have the full length, therefor requires a different field strip method. Thanks., Buzz

Bidah · 03-10-2008, 08:24 PM

If you don't like the FLGR, then change it out.

I initially did not like the FLGR when I got my Loaded, but decided to give it a try. I know that overall it is only extra weight. I am used to it now, so no big deal.

CharlieHo · 03-11-2008, 11:22 AM

I just didn't like pressing down on that sharp edge to strip it down.

Sent an order this morning for new GI guide rod parts, springs, and ILS ditch

Bidah · 03-11-2008, 12:36 PM

I don't necessarily like it either, but then I have the wrench.

bigun · 03-11-2008, 05:30 PM

I swapped mine out for a C&S full length 1 piece and use the base of a magazine for field strip, ever wonder why the base fits the cutout on the bushing?

Bidah · 03-11-2008, 05:43 PM

Never thought of that.. cool. But then mine all have pads..

Buzzfuzz · 03-11-2008, 08:16 PM

Yeah, from a weight stand point it is cool I suppose. However, you guys are right.. that edge on the guide rod bushing... wow, that is a pain in the thumb... Not that big of a deal, just sort of wondering why some are that way and some are the other way??? Is it by model?? In other words, I noticed the match pistols and my Loaded, seem to have them. Could it be they put this configuration in the higher end Pistols? Just curious as to the "WHY" Thanks For The Input. BUZZ.

03-10-2008, 06:41 PM	#1
Buzzfuzz XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 205	My Loaded has full guide rod? Can anyone explain what models have the full length guide rods... while others have the short stem type? Mine is a loaded frame, and I have the full length, therefor requires a different field strip method. Thanks., Buzz __________________ Buzz

03-10-2008, 08:24 PM	#2
Bidah XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Isolated, Montana Posts: 690	If you don't like the FLGR, then change it out. I initially did not like the FLGR when I got my Loaded, but decided to give it a try. I know that overall it is only extra weight. I am used to it now, so no big deal. __________________ -Bidah “The very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common. Instead of altering their views to fit the facts, they alter the facts to fit their views...which can be very uncomfortable if you happen to be one of the facts that needs altering.” The Doctor

03-11-2008, 11:22 AM	#3
CharlieHo XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Fairmont, WV Posts: 514	I just didn't like pressing down on that sharp edge to strip it down. Sent an order this morning for new GI guide rod parts, springs, and ILS ditch __________________ "The philosophy of gun control: Teenagers are roaring through town at 90 MPH, where the speed limit is 25. Your solution is to lower the speed limit to 20." - Sam Cohen, inventor of the Neutron Bomb

03-11-2008, 12:36 PM	#4
Bidah XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Isolated, Montana Posts: 690	I don't necessarily like it either, but then I have the wrench. __________________ -Bidah “The very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common. Instead of altering their views to fit the facts, they alter the facts to fit their views...which can be very uncomfortable if you happen to be one of the facts that needs altering.” The Doctor

03-11-2008, 05:30 PM	#5
bigun XDTalk 2K Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Southern Iowa Posts: 2,693	I swapped mine out for a C&S full length 1 piece and use the base of a magazine for field strip, ever wonder why the base fits the cutout on the bushing? __________________ Springfield Loaded Stainless,Kimber Pro CDP 2, Kimber Custom Target, Beretta 92D Centurions x2, 92FS, SIG 229 SAS, CZ75, and several other weapons that give Liberals nightmares.

03-11-2008, 05:43 PM	#6
Bidah XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Isolated, Montana Posts: 690	Never thought of that.. cool. But then mine all have pads.. __________________ -Bidah “The very powerful and the very stupid have one thing in common. Instead of altering their views to fit the facts, they alter the facts to fit their views...which can be very uncomfortable if you happen to be one of the facts that needs altering.” The Doctor

03-11-2008, 08:16 PM	#7
Buzzfuzz XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 205	LOL.. that sharp edge is painful. Yeah, from a weight stand point it is cool I suppose. However, you guys are right.. that edge on the guide rod bushing... wow, that is a pain in the thumb... Not that big of a deal, just sort of wondering why some are that way and some are the other way??? Is it by model?? In other words, I noticed the match pistols and my Loaded, seem to have them. Could it be they put this configuration in the higher end Pistols? Just curious as to the "WHY" Thanks For The Input. BUZZ. __________________ Buzz

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