russ71 Posted December 19, 2017 Share Posted December 19, 2017 I recently added a .40 Pro Match to my current RIA stable. I've had a single stack .45 for a couple years and use it when I shoot heavy metal class in 3 gun. It had some teething pains when it was new, but has been very good since then. About a year ago, I added a Tac Ultra HC in 9mm and immediately sent it to Hayes Custom Guns for the full treatment. I've been shooting it since February in 3 gun and using it for limited minor in USPSA, including Area 1 and the Iron Sight Nationals this year. The gun has been practically flawless using MBX mags and the factory mag that Hayes modified/tuned with a Dawson extension and Arredondo insert. I bought 2 Mec-Gar mags and did my best to duplicate what Hayes did and now I can't tell the 3 apart and all run perfectly. I usually use those 3 if they are going to get dropped in something nasty, or if I stoop to shooting a local IDPA match, as they will still lock the slide when empty. I bought the .40 about a month ago off the classified section here. It was advertised as having upgraded internals and a trigger job, and came with 5 factory/Mec-Gar mags with Dawson extensions and Arredondo springs and followers, but not the purple inserts. I learned the hard way on the 9mm mags that without the inserts, you have a salt shaker if you load past the original capacity, so I ordered 5 more inserts immediately. I shot my first semi-major match with the .40 this weekend at the Dixie Cup match in St. George, Utah. The gun ran absolutely perfect and for some reason that I can't figure out, I shoot it better than the 9. Anyway, I'm definitely an RIA fan at this point, and if I can provide any input to the group on the guns and/or mags I'm using, I'd be happy to help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItZallGooD Posted December 19, 2017 Share Posted December 19, 2017 I recently added a .40 Pro Match to my current RIA stable. I've had a single stack .45 for a couple years and use it when I shoot heavy metal class in 3 gun. It had some teething pains when it was new, but has been very good since then. About a year ago, I added a Tac Ultra HC in 9mm and immediately sent it to Hayes Custom Guns for the full treatment. I've been shooting it since February in 3 gun and using it for limited minor in USPSA, including Area 1 and the Iron Sight Nationals this year. The gun has been practically flawless using MBX mags and the factory mag that Hayes modified/tuned with a Dawson extension and Arredondo insert. I bought 2 Mec-Gar mags and did my best to duplicate what Hayes did and now I can't tell the 3 apart and all run perfectly. I usually use those 3 if they are going to get dropped in something nasty, or if I stoop to shooting a local IDPA match, as they will still lock the slide when empty. I bought the .40 about a month ago off the classified section here. It was advertised as having upgraded internals and a trigger job, and came with 5 factory/Mec-Gar mags with Dawson extensions and Arredondo springs and followers, but not the purple inserts. I learned the hard way on the 9mm mags that without the inserts, you have a salt shaker if you load past the original capacity, so I ordered 5 more inserts immediately. I shot my first semi-major match with the .40 this weekend at the Dixie Cup match in St. George, Utah. The gun ran absolutely perfect and for some reason that I can't figure out, I shoot it better than the 9. Anyway, I'm definitely an RIA fan at this point, and if I can provide any input to the group on the guns and/or mags I'm using, I'd be happy to help.Where did you find the Mec-Had mags? I've been looking everywhere. I bought 3 STI mags to tinker with but it looks like that will be a chore.Sent from my VS501 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ71 Posted December 19, 2017 Share Posted December 19, 2017 Where did you find the Mec-Had mags? I've been looking everywhere. I bought 3 STI mags to tinker with but it looks like that will be a chore.Sent from my VS501 using TapatalkFor the 9mm I'm guessing? My LGS ordered them from one of his suppliers back in the spring. It took a while for them to be in stock anywhere. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItZallGooD Posted December 19, 2017 Share Posted December 19, 2017 For the 9mm I'm guessing? My LGS ordered them from one of his suppliers back in the spring. It took a while for them to be in stock anywhere. Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkNo, unfortunately I'm looking for 40's. Everyone was touting the Gregcote site when I bought the gun. Now they aren't in stock.Sent from my VS501 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ71 Posted December 19, 2017 Share Posted December 19, 2017 No, unfortunately I'm looking for 40's. Everyone was touting the Gregcote site when I bought the gun. Now they aren't in stock.Sent from my VS501 using TapatalkLast time I was on the Dawson website they had some. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ71 Posted December 19, 2017 Share Posted December 19, 2017 What does it take to make STI mags run in these guns? .40 specifically. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountbkr Posted December 20, 2017 Share Posted December 20, 2017 I guess I'm lucky STI and MBX run fine in mine, stock with no tuning Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soulbyte Posted December 20, 2017 Share Posted December 20, 2017 The only thing I did to mine to run STI mags with no hiccups was to run the Dawson mag release to prevent over inserting. The stock mag release will work fine though. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItZallGooD Posted December 20, 2017 Share Posted December 20, 2017 I got the Para hi cap mag release from Dawson. Just haven't tried it yet. Should I have gotten the regular STI mag release instead?Sent from my VS501 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soulbyte Posted December 20, 2017 Share Posted December 20, 2017 I got the one for STI and it fit fine. He makes one specifically to prevent over inserting, I just forgot.... POSILOCK (just remembered). I have no experience running the Para one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItZallGooD Posted December 20, 2017 Share Posted December 20, 2017 Aw crap. No big deal. I should be able to return it and get the STI versionSent from my VS501 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
works for ammo Posted December 20, 2017 Share Posted December 20, 2017 2 hours ago, russ71 said: What does it take to make STI mags run in these guns? .40 specifically. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I have a pro match 40 and no mods were needed to run STI mags (gen 1) Using grams spring and follower w/tti base pads. Getting 20 rounds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N3WWN Posted December 21, 2017 Share Posted December 21, 2017 Aw crap. No big deal. I should be able to return it and get the STI versionSent from my VS501 using TapatalkI bought the Dawson STI posilock mag release for my RIA Pro Match Ultra 40 HC and it wouldn't fit in the frame at all. Returned it for the GunCraft mag release which fit in the frame perfectly. It did take a little fitting to stop the mags from rubbing on it so they'd drop free when empty.Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItZallGooD Posted December 21, 2017 Share Posted December 21, 2017 Guess I'll try it out before sending it backSent from my VS501 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stlgunner1313 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Are there any places i can order the factory mags from at this time? I just ordered TF extensions and the fatty magwell. Seems useless unless i can obtain mags that will fit inside the 140mm guide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmoreno88 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Which mags are you looking for? Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stlgunner1313 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Oem for the 51679 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ71 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 I tried some STI pattern MBX mags in my Pro Match .40 last weekend and they weren't even close to fitting. [emoji853]Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ71 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Oem for the 51679 The P18 Para mags are identical to oem if that helps any. My local gun shop was able to order them from a supplier, Ellett Bros. I think. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stlgunner1313 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Identical as in they would host the TF plates with no issue? The only ones i see for sale have a metal floorplate that isnt removable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ71 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Identical as in they would host the TF plates with no issue? The only ones i see for sale have a metal floorplate that isnt removable.I will look at mine tonight after work and let you know. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmoreno88 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Identical as in they would host the TF plates with no issue? The only ones i see for sale have a metal floorplate that isnt removable.I have my factory mag from my 51679 9mm that I'd sell. I don't use it anyways, think it has about 5 rounds through it Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmoreno88 Posted January 4, 2018 Share Posted January 4, 2018 Identical as in they would host the TF plates with no issue? The only ones i see for sale have a metal floorplate that isnt removable.https://www.cheaperthandirt.com/product/rock-island-armory-armscor-9mm-luger-22-tcm-17-round-magazine-full-size-mid-size-models-blued-steel-m9mma2mecgarb-4806015541806.do?sortby=ourPicks&refType=&from=fn&ecList=7&ecCategory=431454These should be the factory ones you're looking for Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmc1094 Posted January 5, 2018 Share Posted January 5, 2018 (edited) $48 is highway robbery! https://advancedtactical.com/products/magazines/22tcm/magazines/9mm/Rock-Island-Armory-Full-Size-1911-Magazine-High-Cap-17-rnd-9mm-38-Super Straight from the factory Edited January 5, 2018 by usmc1094 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomjerry1 Posted January 5, 2018 Share Posted January 5, 2018 Why not just get MBX for the RIA Pro 40??? I have been using them in mine for awhile now, no problems, no using the mag tuning kit. Before these, I used standard STI 40 mags, but had to beat them into submission, but they worked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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