jeremy45 Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 Hey everyone, I am looking at putting a KKM barrel into my Gen 4 Glock 17. How hard are they to fit and is it necessary to have a gunsmith do it or are some files and patience enough to get it done? I look forward to hearing your input, Jeremy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stev7783 Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 I fitted one by myself on my 17 gen 3. They are pretty much drop in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwx40x40 Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 I am curious if folks find these barrels need to throated and feedramps polished? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stev7783 Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 I polish feed ramps on all my barrels stock or aftermarket. I run a KKM in my open 17 gen three and polished the feed ramp just ensure I don't have any feed issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick88 Posted February 1, 2014 Share Posted February 1, 2014 (edited) They are tight but with good ammo it shouldnt be an issue Edited February 2, 2014 by Rick88 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stev7783 Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I agree, the chamber is a much tighter fit with ammo but with good hand loads it works perfect, I trust KKM barrels and recommend them to anyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOGRIDER Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 My Son purchased a KKM for his G17G4 and it was basically a drop in. Definitely improved the lock-up. I bought a semi-drop in Bar-Sto for my G17G4 that only required stoning at the rear of the hood. Excellent fit and lock-up. Son is very satisfied with his KKM. HR Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy45 Posted February 2, 2014 Author Share Posted February 2, 2014 Thanks for all the info, looks like I will be ordering a KKM barrel shortly!! Jeremy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrickysee Posted February 2, 2014 Share Posted February 2, 2014 I am curious if folks find these barrels need to throated and feedramps polished? I bought a kkm drop in for my Gen4 G34. It has run flawlessly. No need to do anything. It dropped right in and has run everything i put in it. I have been very happy with it. I can't say the same for my Lone Wolf i bought for a Gen3 G17. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkvibe Posted February 3, 2014 Share Posted February 3, 2014 I have one in my gen 4 G35. I did not have to fit it, it dropped in. Lockup is much tighter than factory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandracing Posted February 5, 2014 Share Posted February 5, 2014 I just installed a KKM barrel in a Glock 35. I had to make a minor adjustment to the feed ramp base pad by removing .003. This was so the barrel would clear the locking block when you put the slide on the frame. Seems I have somewhat of a high locking block on this gun. Not a big deal.Everything has a tolerance. Since installation I have fired 800 rds of Moly coated bullets with no issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ES13Raven Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 I just installed a KKM barrel in a Glock 35. I had to make a minor adjustment to the feed ramp base pad by removing .003. This was so the barrel would clear the locking block when you put the slide on the frame. Seems I have somewhat of a high locking block on this gun.What was happening? Not going into battery? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreatWhiteShark Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 I am curious if folks find these barrels need to throated and feedramps polished? I bought a kkm drop in for my Gen4 G34. It has run flawlessly. No need to do anything. It dropped right in and has run everything i put in it. I have been very happy with it. I had the same experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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