Need Advice on Changing FLGR in 1911

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Kreyzhorse

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I've got a Springfield TRP 1911 that came with a factory 2-piece full length guide rod. As of this afternoon, I've put 550 rounds down range with zero problems (awesome gun - more accurate than I am) expect the full length guide rod. What I've noticed is that when shooting, the guide rod will become loose. It hasn't came off or any thing crazy, but after a couple of mags you can re-tighten it by hand.

At this point I've decided to replace it with a one piece guide rod and wondered what is a good drop in replacement make? I don't want to go crazy and put a tungsten in, but wanted some suggestions on what to buy or what to avoid.

Thanks.
 
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shepherddogs

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If it were mine I'd replace it with a standard guide rod and plug. You can get them from Brownells or Midway for maybe 15.00 or so.
 
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hanno

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I replaced the FLGR and plug on both my Kimber and Dan Wesson 1911s with an Ed Brown heavy duty recoil spring guide from Brownells - $12.00, and an Ed Brown recoil spring plug from Brownells - $6.36.
 
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wingman

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small amount of locktite will solve your problem my springfield did they same,
and yes it is a tack driver with my reloads.
 
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Kreyzhorse

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small amount of locktite will solve your problem my springfield did they same,
and yes it is a tack driver with my reloads.
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Won't locktite make it a PIA to take the gun apart for cleaning?
 
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