Springfield Armory Guide Rod Question

[TheFrontRange]

I own a Springfield Armory "Loaded" model 1911A1, five-inch trim. I'm considering swapping its two-piece full-length guide rod for a standard length one. I know I'll need the new rod and plug, but what about the spring? I don't know what size/type/weight spring this pistol has, it's just what came with it, but I'm not sure that it's appropriate for a shorter guide rod.

For what it's worth, I'm considering this only to simplify takedown and reassembly, to not "have to have" that Allen wrench! I purchased this pistol very-gently-used and have put just over 700 rounds through it in the eight months I've owned it. No hitches, glitches, or stoppages, nor have I experienced any instances of the two-piece rod trying to unscrew itself. I check for this both when wiping the gun down periodically and at about each 100-round mark while at the range.

 

[Old Fuff]

You should be able to use the same spring without any problems. If for some reason you do, a standard new spring can be obtained from www.brownels.com - who also have standard guides and plugs.

 

[Rob1035]

yup, the stock spring is fine with the "traditional" plug and guide rod thing

My Loaded is fine with it.

 

[deputy tom]

yup, the stock spring is fine with the "traditional" plug and guide rod thing

My Loaded is fine with it.

Mine too.tom.

 

[lurkersince03]

Ditto. I replaced all the parts in question with Ed Brown stuff. I even got a nifty bushing that says "Brown" on the front of it, so the unfortunate bad-guy who looks at the wrong end of my muzzle has something to read.

 

[TheFrontRange]

Great news...thanks all for the replies!!!

 

[10-Ring]

...and so goes the undying debate (FLGR or no?) I prefer my 1911's w/o, so short answer long, you're fine