Iceman2733 Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 I am wondering if some form of a SS spray clean would work on these grips? I just not sure how harsh they would be to the grip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALF Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 Does it take STI mags or? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MVPFc Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 Fits both STI and SVI mags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ALF Posted August 16, 2014 Share Posted August 16, 2014 Thanks.....it makes my Life a lot easier as I have nine mags for my HPS... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB1 Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 (edited) Reading your posts with great interest but would appreciatte some advice please....I note the PT grip use the SVI trigger system, but I do see that SVI has a new/er setup which they note as the newer wider dimension trigger base (http://www.speedshooter.com/product_detail.cfm?id=SVITG&n=SVI-Triglide-Base-Titanium-Bow-Hi-Cap--Silver), is this the correct SVI trigger for the PT frame? Also, does the std STI grip safety, main spring housing, magwell and mag release fit the PT frame or do you need to change this to SVI too? Edited August 27, 2014 by AB1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewbeck Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 I can only tell you my experience but I didn't use the triglide. I used the standard "new" one without the little bearing for the triglide. I think that one works fine as well but you may want to change the disconnect and sear spring to the triglide system. Here's the one I ordered. http://www.speedshooter.com/product_detail.cfm?id=SVITT1911&n=SVI-Trigger-Base-Titanium-Bow-1911--Silver The standard STI/1911 grip safety is what this was designed for and what I used. I also used the STI plastic mainspring housing but any other MSH should be fine but could require a little fitting. If you have a metal MSH in a plastic grip it may not have required fitting due to the flex allowed with the plastic grip. With the steel grip it may be a little oversized and just need a touch of filing to get it perfect. The mag release fits fine however due to the subtle change in angle of the grip on the right side you may find the little edge that sticks out to be sharp so you'll want to file that off. Again, super simple just some sandpaper, dremel, or file will do just take it out of the grip file a little and test it until it sits how you want. It will function fine when you drop it in. I had the STI stainless magwell which required a slight radius on the back half of the grip. It comes completely square so if you compare it with a plastic one it is easy to see what needs to happen, just go slow. I don't have experience with other magwells but I don't think they need as much done as the STI due to the differing designs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircooled6racer Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 Hello: The SVI trigger bow the have now will fit the PT grip. The EGW mainspring housing will fit as well. The Cameron magwell fits it. Lastly the SVI new style mags fit the PT frame and PT steel grip. Thanks, Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB1 Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 I can only tell you my experience but I didn't use the triglide. I used the standard "new" one without the little bearing for the triglide. I think that one works fine as well but you may want to change the disconnect and sear spring to the triglide system. Here's the one I ordered. http://www.speedshooter.com/product_detail.cfm?id=SVITT1911&n=SVI-Trigger-Base-Titanium-Bow-1911--Silver. Ok, so Im a bit confused, the SVI trigger bow you bought seems to be the 1911 model, I would have thought for the PT frame I would need the hicap model ie. http://www.speedshooter.com/product_detail.cfm?id=SVITT&n=SVI-Trigger-Base-Titanium-Bow-Hi-Cap--Silver if I was not wanting to go triglide? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewbeck Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Sorry for the confusion, I'm a knucklehead This is one, same thing but in 2011 width http://www.speedshooter.com/product_detail.cfm?id=SVITT&n=SVI-Trigger-Base-Titanium-Bow-Hi-Cap--Silver If you go to SVI you can see they have the Triglide and the regular hi cap trigger and a writeup about the differences in them. They show the triglide as a "system" with disconnect and sear spring. There is a little ball on the triglide that is different than the "regular" one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB1 Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Sorry for the confusion, I'm a knucklehead This is one, same thing but in 2011 width http://www.speedshooter.com/product_detail.cfm?id=SVITT&n=SVI-Trigger-Base-Titanium-Bow-Hi-Cap--Silver If you go to SVI you can see they have the Triglide and the regular hi cap trigger and a writeup about the differences in them. They show the triglide as a "system" with disconnect and sear spring. There is a little ball on the triglide that is different than the "regular" one Thanks, thought I had missed something for a moment...recon I will go for the std 2011 SVI bow as I see the triglide combo is out of stock anyway...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaylanGivens Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 What holds the trigger bar insert to the base trigger that you linked above? Press fit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robb315 Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 What holds the trigger bar insert to the base trigger that you linked above? Press fit? Trigger over travel screw mainly plus it's a pretty tight fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaster113 Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I really like the P/T stainless grip that I have on my Limited 5.5" gun. Went with the flat stainless grip. I felt SVs with the aggressive textured metal grips and didn't care for the feel. With the P/T grip I can shoot the gun faster and it feels more stable. The front sight kind of lazily lifts up during rapid fire strings and settles back into the notch nicely. The extra weight really helps soak up the recoil. I must be the unlucky one when it came to installation, the install was an absolute pain the ass on my frame. If I had to do it again I'd either go with a PT frame from the start or pay a smith to install it. Or buy an SV...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iceman2733 Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 Wanted to see if anyone has used this grip with a Manny holster I just can't seem to like the DAA with this grip. Don't wanna try it and it not work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd7446 Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 The kids of the makers of this grip (I think both do now) use the Manny holster with it. I will be using one with a Manny holster soon, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anilson Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 i use PT grips with a manny holster, works perfect Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anilson Posted October 15, 2014 Share Posted October 15, 2014 Both the steel Grip and the aluminum grip change how the gun recoils over the plastic grip. I believe that its not just a weight issue but also a flex issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanttolearn Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 great posts. may i ask, what is involved with fitting the PT grip to the PT frame? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelGj Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 great posts. may i ask, what is involved with fitting the PT grip to the PT frame? It should drop right in without fitting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andersonj55126 Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 Wanted to see if anyone has used this grip with a Manny holster I just can't seem to like the DAA with this grip. Don't wanna try it and it not work I have had trouble with PT grip and RM DAA holster and sti insert. Draws needed to be perfect or the holster would not release gun. I just upgraded the RM to the new magnetic with STI inset and things are much better. So far the STI insert did not need any modification and the magnet release helps. Much improved and so far smooth draws. I also bought a Manny holster and I can tell immediately that this holster will provide the fastest draws. Works great but I have not settled on an adjustment yet. It will take some time to adjust correctly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anilson Posted October 27, 2014 Share Posted October 27, 2014 pt grips need no fitting 99% of the time on pt frames pt grips need to be fitted to sti frames and can be a hour to 4 of work (sti frames over the years have very different dimensions) if you doing a new gun go pt for frame and grip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grantwoodok Posted October 29, 2014 Share Posted October 29, 2014 I got my PT stainless steel grip with aggressive texture in yesterday afternoon. I had no issues with it fitting my STI frame. I did polish up the inside of the trigger channel and areas where the grip would slide over the frame. I also had to grind the bottom corner of the STI mag release so no sharp corners were exposed. I'm head to the range after work to live fire the gun. I did do some dry firing last night and while the aggressive texture may take a little getting used to, the gun stays firmly in your grip on draws and even mag changes. I'm really impressed so far! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a matt Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 both my open and limited guns have sti frames. I have www.ptrinity.com aluminum grips on both with no fitting, just a little tapping with a rubber mallet. cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewbeck Posted November 3, 2014 Share Posted November 3, 2014 Mine slid right on, had to remove a tiny amount of material in front of the trigger guard to make it seat fully, I also polished the inside. Stainless aggressive Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anilson Posted November 4, 2014 Share Posted November 4, 2014 If your fitting a pt grip to the frame make sure it will slide on, if you have to hit it then your likely to have stress in places under recoil, You might need to fit the front screw area or the area in the rear around the rear grip screws, the older sti guns need lots of work here and the newer ones need less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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