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(MY) Solution to the GSG barrel bushing issue.

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As we all know the bushing fits very loosely and on some guns, mine included the bushing will turn while firing, interfering with and eventually breaking the guide rod. Oddly enough, my buddies GSG which is one s/n earlier than mine, does not have this problem. I knew of the problem and kept an eye on the bushing and rotated it back in place when it moved.

I changed the bushing to an EGW. This bushing is steel, dropped in, but fit snugly. I also chose it, as it is thicker and heavier. I did this to help bring the weight up to a standard 1911. I waited until today to post MY solution as I had not had a chance to fire the gun and I was concerned that the additional weight on the slide would cause some problems. I put over 300 rds. through the gun today without a single FTF or FTE. (Fed 550 Bulk Pack)

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My pictures are poor quality, but it is this bushing.

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=377482

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The bushing does change the assembly process a bit, but as you can see, I did get it back together.

Also, the buddy that also bought a GSG has a machinist friend that is making new guide rod assemblies for us out of steel and about a 1/4" longer than the factory. Better durability and again, more weight. Plus, you can't beat the price, free!
 
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Glad you got it sorted out Utah. I found a barrel bushing at my gunsmiths that fit much tighter than the original so don't know the brand. I also had a steel rod made but I brought mine out to the end of the rod plug when it is depresssed for assy. It didn't really take much to make a reliable shooter out of the GSG did it. 100% with Fed bulk 550, but i still have the second round issue with some others.
 
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hogrider,

I don't understand the whining that goes on about these GSG pistols. I have never owned a .22rf semi-auto, rifle or pistol that was 100% reliable as it came out of the box.

In addition, they are all ammo sensitive and show preferences. If you aren't willing to deal with that, maybe a .22rf semi-auto is not the pistol for you. :biglaugh:

In fact, this GSG has been just about as good as it gets. The changes I am making are more to to make is as close in handling as the Rock Island .45 I shoot in IDPA (other than recoil of course).

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Yeah Utah, I couldn't agree with you more. I'm just a hobby shooter and bought the GSG as a fun plinker. I know how sensitive the 22lr guns are and have rather enjoyed working out the small bugs. I've gotten to know the gun real well.:) It could be worse. Take a look at what my 10/22 did for me today. Out of battery discharge. :eek: Fortunately neither me or the gun was hurt. At least the GSG hasn't done this to me ...................yet.:biglaugh:

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limbkiller said:
In fact lots of parts fit on the GSG with a little fitting.
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Yep. That is why I chose this .22. I can keep it as a reasonable clone to my RIA, modifying them both with the same or similar parts. I am trying to add some weight to the GSG to bring it closer to the RIA. (I think I may put some lead tape in the void under the grips as a final step.)

In fact I fitted an extended slide stop to the GSG and if I like it, will fit its twin to the RIA.

And finally, all of my holsters, mag carriers, etc work with the GSG, allowing me to practice with the same gear.
 
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