Building Confidence - Page 14

FfNJGTFO · #1 10-18-2020, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by RKP

EXACTLY !!

And thus, I have a 2nd lower just waiting!

FfNJGTFO · #2 10-17-2020, 09:42 PM

Day 1 of assembly complete. I focused on the lower. Completed the Mag and bolt catches (although that bolt catch was a "B-Word"). And this, without my roll pin pusher (I expect that on Tues - Wed.). I did get it installed, but it seems there's isn't a lot of play in that bolt catch. There is some, but I don't know how much I should have and how far the catch should extend.

I also completed the two take-down pins and the buffer tube (with spring and buffer). I would have done the "selector switch" but I bought an "ambidextrous" selector switch and that requires dissembling it with an allen key. Lo and behold, I can't find my Allen Keys (#*@+#*$_@#). I should get them by tuesday 10/20. When I get them (and I get my roll pin pusher, I'll continue work. It's actually going pretty fast. I just hope it's right. Maybe I'll do the FCG and trigger guard while I wait for the other tools.

One thing I have learned... Make absolutely sure you can contain any springs/detents from springing away from you if at all possible. THankfully, I had some spares since I also got the Geiselle takedown pin set. They actually went in pretty easily.

Anyway, Time for some dinner. Tomorrow is another day.

FfNJGTFO · #3 10-18-2020, 01:55 PM

Day 2 of assembly complete. Lower is completely done. Although with one issue. The rear roll pin on the trigger guard won't seat fully. And I don't want to pound it too much because I fear it may damage the lower. I'm wondering if I can get away with, perhaps, just dremeling it down, or should I pull it out properly and insert a new one. Also, I decided not to wait for my Allen keys and installed the single sided safety lever. Maybe I'll switch it out later.

Started on the upper, but only the barrel is installed. I tried to do the delta ring, but I truly need a set of snap ring pliers for that. They should arrive Wed. I'll go back to the build then. BTW, I checked the gas tube and it seem to fit and align perfectly with the upper port andthe port on the barrel, so we'll see, once I get the block put on.

But a quick break from assembly over the next 2-3 days. On Tues, 10/20, I get to pick up my new toy from my FFL! IT's a RIA 1911 FS .45ACP!

Finally, my 1911 replaced! I bought this as an "insurance piece..." that is to have at least something for that ammo in my inventory should Biden win the election and prices go haywire thereafter. I'll wait on the other items until after the election. Hopefully, Trump will win and the prices will fall (and inventory released)... for a while, anyway. Then they'll rise again once people start gearing up again for the BLM/ANTIFA onslaught coming.

Anyway, I'll catch up with ya. Thanks.

Gatorade · #4 10-19-2020, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by FfNJGTFO

Day 2 of assembly complete. Lower is completely done. Although with one issue. The rear roll pin on the trigger guard won't seat fully. And I don't want to pound it too much because I fear it may damage the lower. I'm wondering if I can get away with, perhaps, just dremeling it down, or should I pull it out properly and insert a new one.

This is the exact reason I said to squeeze, not pound. Pounding will break things. The roll pin, the lower, the hammer, mar the surface, all those are possibilities. I seriously have no idea why anyone would continue to do or advise pounding on expensive and hard to fix or replace items. Same thing with your bolt catch.

Watch the video I posted. You could have saved yourself time, frustration and money.

FfNJGTFO · #5 10-19-2020, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Gatorade

This is the exact reason I said to squeeze, not pound. Pounding will break things. The roll pin, the lower, the hammer, mar the surface, all those are possibilities. I seriously have no idea why anyone would continue to do or advise pounding on expensive and hard to fix or replace items. Same thing with your bolt catch.

Watch the video I posted. You could have saved yourself time, frustration and money.

I agree. I was rushing things. I had placed the order for the "roll pin pusher" tool I mention in my reply to you, but it won't arrive (now) until Thrs. I have replacement pins on order, and as long as I'm careful, I can pull the errant pin out wtihout any damage to the lower or the trigger guard. But I will wait for the proper tools. Unfortunately, the wrench you provided in your videos was like $69.00 on Amazon. Couldn't afford it. The roll pin pusher is only $39.00. Anyway, lesson learned. I'll try it again once the tool arrives.

Gatorade · #6 10-19-2020, 05:06 PM

Actually I have only used vise grips. Squeeze, unlock, turn tighter and squeeze again. I wrap blue tape around the jaws and use needle nose players to hold the roll pin in alignment. Then a short squeeze to get it started. You also have a roll pin in the upper for the forward assist. Squeeze there as well.

Caleb · #7 10-18-2020, 03:19 PM

Excellent! You are doing well Sir, keep at it! As far as the roll pin not seating all the way.... you probably rolled the edges with the punch a little and it won’t seat properly. I would remove it and install a new one (only because it would bug me). Put a very light coat of oil on the new pin and it should go in much easier.

Nice 1911 purchase, I’ve been wanting to get another one but have decided to hold off till after the elections. When Trump wins, I predict there will be a ton of never used guns for sale.

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sdmc530 · #8 10-18-2020, 04:58 PM

Congrats on the RIA....they are good guns. I have one with a full rail and its heavy as heck but shoots great.

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Nice 1911 purchase, I’ve been wanting to get another one but have decided to hold off till after the elections. When Trump wins, I predict there will be a ton of never used guns for sale.

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Same here....wanting a 10mm but market is lousy right now. Waiting till 2021 myself when all calms down.

DrHenley · #9 10-18-2020, 05:12 PM

A 10mm longslide is on my "When I get rich" bucket list, LOL.

sdmc530 · #10 10-18-2020, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by DrHenley

A 10mm longslide is on my "When I get rich" bucket list, LOL.

that is what I am looking for. I had the chance at a SA one at my LGS during the craziness. It was a mere $2900....just about 1K over priced. Dumb people paid up for it too......