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I have a ~12 year old Springfield 1911 (Loaded model) that has the 2 piece guide rod requiring an allen wrench to remove. I'm thinking it's time to change out the springs as it's still on the original and though this would be a good time to swap out to a normal guide rod.
My biggest question is with regard to the bushing. It seems reasonable that a different guide rod would require a different bushing. True or no? If so, are these typically drop-in parts or should I expect to need some fitting?
Honestly, if it's a choice between doing/paying for fitting a new bushing and just keeping the 2 piece rod, I'll keep the rod. But, if the standard guide rod can be swapped with just drop in parts I'll do it.
My biggest question is with regard to the bushing. It seems reasonable that a different guide rod would require a different bushing. True or no? If so, are these typically drop-in parts or should I expect to need some fitting?
Honestly, if it's a choice between doing/paying for fitting a new bushing and just keeping the 2 piece rod, I'll keep the rod. But, if the standard guide rod can be swapped with just drop in parts I'll do it.
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