Nealio Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 So here is what I'm talking about. Limited with rod on top, Hunter with Rod on bottom (pardon the skankiness of my slides, they need a cleaning) Here is my attempt to put the Hunter rod in my Limited slide, which did not work: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 Are any of the other models of Tanfoglio pistols longer and necked down? Perhaps a Gold Team or something with a longer shroud? The V12 Gold Team (current model) uses a standard length slide, the V8 used a long slide. The long slide models use the hour glass guide rod. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted March 5, 2013 Share Posted March 5, 2013 That's interesting on the Hunter, I seems like an extra manufacturing step when you would think just a longer spring would work. Isn't the longer recoil system part of the appeal of a 6" gun? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR929 Posted March 9, 2013 Author Share Posted March 9, 2013 Anyone know anyone or have the ability themself to make the guide rod for me for a reasonable price? EAA gives me a different story every time I call them and I am starting to believe they are borderline incompetent. All I need is the exact same thing as what I have except 1/4" longer on the outboard end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR929 Posted March 19, 2013 Author Share Posted March 19, 2013 So here is what I'm talking about. Limited with rod on top, Hunter with Rod on bottom (pardon the skankiness of my slides, they need a cleaning) Here is my attempt to put the Hunter rod in my Limited slide, which did not work: So on the hunter does the "extra" collar come off or is it permanent and does anyone know the length of a gold team guide spring rod? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Mark, I don't have one to be sure, but I would bet the guide rod on the GT is the same length as the one on your match or shorter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 I bet you could make the guide rod from a 6" 1911 work pretty easily: http://www.1911store.com/guiderodsti-6-inch.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR929 Posted March 19, 2013 Author Share Posted March 19, 2013 Mark, I don't have one to be sure, but I would bet the guide rod on the GT is the same length as the one on your match or shorter. Even though it's a longer barrel??? I don't see how that's possible, especially when the GT has a comp also, but anything is possible I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nealio Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 So on the hunter does the "extra" collar come off or is it permanent and does anyone know the length of a gold team guide spring rod? It appears they pinned a normal length guiderod into the block. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Nealio, isn't the long recoil system part of the appeal of a long slide pistol? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nealio Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Nealio, isn't the long recoil system part of the appeal of a long slide pistol? For me it was: cool factor longer sight radius better velocities I never considered the recoil system on any gun I've bought..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR929 Posted March 22, 2013 Author Share Posted March 22, 2013 EAA is INCOMPETENT!!!! I sent the short guide spring rod back with a specific message that if they have a LONGER than 4-1/8" rod I would take that in exchange or a refund, what do they send me????, a long slide guide rod that is 4-1/8" long. So I called them up again to complain and have them send another prepaid package to send it back to them again. I was told that, yes they can read, and was told maybe they don't have what I need.......Really, no kidding. Apparently using a ruler or comparing parts is too difficult for them. REALLY DISAPPOINTED!!!!! Walmart has better service and more knowledgeable people. It's no wonder our country is in the shape it's in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR929 Posted March 22, 2013 Author Share Posted March 22, 2013 If anyone know the length of a Gold Team and or a Bullseye guide spring rod I would greatly appreciate the info. If the rod has the spool/block thing pinned on it, it won't help. I know a Hunter has it and it won't fit. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nealio Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 Bullseye and Hunter should be the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 Man I feel for you Mark. Do you have a drill press? power drill? Make one yourself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR929 Posted March 23, 2013 Author Share Posted March 23, 2013 How do I make one using a drill press? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 When I get to a computer I can post pictures, but the idea is: get a 3/8"x6" bolt, chuck it up in your drill press, and turn it down with a file as it spins. As you get closer to your desired dimensions, use a finer file then sand paper, if you finish with 2000 grit it should look professionally done. Patience and persistence is a great substitute for high end equipment. I think just a plain zinc bolt will do, but if you wanted to get fancy you could use a SS or automotive grade bolt, but you better double that patience and persistence! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nealio Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 (edited) Poor mans lathe Edited March 24, 2013 by Nealio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR929 Posted March 25, 2013 Author Share Posted March 25, 2013 If it works and it seems the only one I can count on to get it right is me, I can handle that. I'll keep you informed on how it goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nealio Posted March 25, 2013 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I use a Dremel with an abrasive wheel as my cutting "tool" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR929 Posted March 28, 2013 Author Share Posted March 28, 2013 Called the gunsmith today to verify for tomorrow, now he says the barrel is too hard and he can't cut it, WTF. I could rob Fort Knox with less effort than this is becoming. I can't believe this is so damn hard to get accomplished. On a better note, I've started making the guide spring rod myself and it seems to be working but it will take some time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kneelingatlas Posted March 28, 2013 Share Posted March 28, 2013 Dremel tool, homemade guide rod, it sounds like you're ready for some redneck gunsmithing: http://www.brianenos.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=171217&hl= Just cut the barrel yourself! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR929 Posted March 30, 2013 Author Share Posted March 30, 2013 Quite honestly, I would, but I don't have the tools or know-how to cut the threads properly. If I had to use a hack saw and file it down I'm about ready to do that. The rod turned out very well except the 1/4" bolt I used was just a 1/16" or so under-sized (diameter) so I may try the next larger sized bolt and see what I can do with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkR929 Posted April 2, 2013 Author Share Posted April 2, 2013 (edited) here's how my guide spring rod turned out I was even able to make the back end like the Henning style rod with the exception of the small nipple. Edited April 2, 2013 by MarkR929 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nealio Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 You have reached the prestigious ranks of the Shadetree Gunsmiths. Congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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