gdcguns Posted July 25, 2015 Share Posted July 25, 2015 I just ordered my first 2011, an STI Apeiro in 40. I've been shooting glocks for a while so most of the 2011 stuff is all new to me. I won't have a backup 2011 for quite a while, so I plan on taking some extra parts with me to matches. So my question is what spare parts does everyone typically keep on hand or take to matches just in case something breaks? Thanks in advance for any advice you guys can offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woof Posted July 25, 2015 Share Posted July 25, 2015 If you don't have a backup gun I would have a spare fitted extractor all the springs and enough tools to take the frame apart. I am paranoid by nature so I have all those parts and a backup gun. woof Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMike Posted July 25, 2015 Share Posted July 25, 2015 (edited) If you don't have a backup gun I would have a spare fitted extractor all the springs and enough tools to take the frame apart. I am paranoid by nature so I have all those parts and a backup gun. woof Good advice ^^^. I would only add that you should probably have some spare fiber optic rods and a few magazine springs. A spare ejector wouldn't hurt either. Edited July 25, 2015 by JMike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ormondopen Posted July 25, 2015 Share Posted July 25, 2015 ejector, FP, FP spring, FP stop, extractor, assembled main spring housing, recoil springs, mag. springs. all tested for function. fiber optic rods, lighter, nail trimmers tools for gun disassembly anything other than that is usually major and I will call it a day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaterHead Posted July 25, 2015 Share Posted July 25, 2015 I just put all the stuff in a tackle box ("Pat Miles" idea) and take it with me. The box tends to fill up over time. As for parts, anything that will break is a start. Box will hold lots. Cleaning, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bokbok_05 Posted July 26, 2015 Share Posted July 26, 2015 Fitted extractor, FP stop, springs and tools Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gdcguns Posted July 26, 2015 Author Share Posted July 26, 2015 Thanks for the info everyone. Now I know what to order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkvibe Posted July 27, 2015 Share Posted July 27, 2015 How has nobody said grip screws? I'm new to 2011s and have already had a grip screw fall out. I now carry a spare screw kit plus some extra front screws. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMike Posted July 27, 2015 Share Posted July 27, 2015 How has nobody said grip screws? I'm new to 2011s and have already had a grip screw fall out. I now carry a spare screw kit plus some extra front screws. I've never lost one but that might not be a bad idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ambluemax Posted July 27, 2015 Share Posted July 27, 2015 (edited) I either bring a complete and functioning backup gun (be it glock or whatever) for the same division, or I squad/travel with friends who shoot similar equipment to me so I can buddy breath. I don't believe in "stocking parts." Edited July 27, 2015 by ambluemax Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunBugBit Posted July 27, 2015 Share Posted July 27, 2015 If you don't have a backup gun I would have a spare fitted extractor all the springs and enough tools to take the frame apart. I am paranoid by nature so I have all those parts and a backup gun. woof Makes sense and doesn't seem paranoid. You've equipped yourself to be able to keep shooting the match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunBugBit Posted July 27, 2015 Share Posted July 27, 2015 How has nobody said grip screws? I'm new to 2011s and have already had a grip screw fall out. I now carry a spare screw kit plus some extra front screws. Good one. I find that O-rings are excellent for keeping the grip screws in so I have them on my comp guns, but I'm sure it's still possible to lose one or more during a match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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