Reversed plug colt officers model problems
I have a Springfield 1911A1 simular I believe with the Colt Officers model.
I didn't like the plug in the gun it was held in by the tab on the back of the Springfield plug and the thin barrel bushing, it made me nervous everytime I fired it and cleaned it
I purchased either a clark or wilson two piece guide rod and I believe it came with the reverse bushing. When I installed the bushing, it was back as it stopped short on the mating surface. I assume this is what you guys are talking about. I took some pictures and you will have to click on the html to see them
First picture of the unit etc.
http://yfrog.com/mtcopyofspringfield1911a1j
second picture reverse bushing showing back 1/2 O.D. flange that holds the bushing back and inside flange for end of recoil spring.
http://yfrog.com/87springfield1911a1officej
third picture: I cut the back of the of the slide so the reverse bushing would index in position and go forward even with the original mateing surface. Using a file.
http://yfrog.com/ndspringfield1911a1officej
fourth picture: I am very happy with the increased strength of the plug and barrel bushing. It really helped the accuracy and it is a pleasure to shoot.
http://yfrog.com/0mspringfield1911a1officej
Two more pictures I couldn't resist.
http://yfrog.com/n9springfield1911a1officej http://yfrog.com/10springfield1911a1officej
The firearm is kept in the portable gun safe and thats why you see the ammo on the bottom. I also use the clip extension from Brownells so it will hold nine rounds with one chambered.
I hope this helps, if you have any questions please send me a message.
I found the kit:
http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/sid=36833/sku/Officers_Guide_Rod_Kit
be safe and have fun.
Doing mre research you may be talking about the tunston revers plug whick looks to be way to long. I would go to the Wilson.