ROCK ISLAND ARMORY 1911 (owner satisfaction poll)

[churchmouse]

My first venture into 1911 repair I created a full auto Kimber, not fun at all. I learned fast to only put 2 rounds in the mag for testing.

Much the same lesson here as well. It is not a stretch to take to much and go to far......

 

[roadrunner681]

A friend of mine just called me about his RIA. Hammer is falling on the pin when he cycles a round into battery off a fresh Mag. Sometimes runs 3 to 5 rds off at a time. Told him I could fix that for him but get the card out as "Good" parts aint cheap. I also told him if it runs full auto with out feed issues he has a good one....
This gun has in excess of 2K out the pipe. It has ran well enough for him after he bought and tuned some good Mags for it. I polished the ramps and set the mag depth in it or it was just a paper weight.
Now we get to put some Wilson or Brown parts in it.

you think a new gi would be a good project gun? im the type that cant leave anything alone i love another project to set next to my savage.

 

[prpledrgtruk]

I own a RIA 1911 A1 and have put aprox. 2k through it with no problems.

 

[JetGirl]

LOL That's why I stay away from her gun shop.

Fair warning:
A couple days ago, I was cop-bashing at work.
Now to most of you mamby pamby jackwagons, that means "talking bad about...". Nope. I mean actual bashing.
An INGO cop came in and started making all kinds of girly slurs, so I slugged him.
TKO
Oh, snap.

Let that be a lesson to all of ya.

 

[halfmileharry]

Fair warning:
A couple days ago, I was cop-bashing at work.
Now to most of you mamby pamby jackwagons, that means "talking bad about...". Nope. I mean actual bashing.
An INGO cop came in and started making all kinds of girly slurs, so I slugged him.
TKO
Oh, snap.

Let that be a lesson to all of ya.

Some people just don't listen. I hope it left a mark.

 

[JetGirl]

I told him to stop resisting.

 

[SERparacord]

Fair warning:
A couple days ago, I was cop-bashing at work.
Now to most of you mamby pamby jackwagons, that means "talking bad about...". Nope. I mean actual bashing.
An INGO cop came in and started making all kinds of girly slurs, so I slugged him.
TKO
Oh, snap.

Let that be a lesson to all of ya.

I figured you never joined the bra burning fems, you kept yours so you could choke people with it.

 

[JetGirl]

I figured you never joined the bra burning fems, you kept yours so you could choke people with it.

And when somebody forgets extra bungee cords to strap the Christmas tree on the luggage rack to get it home...
AwwYeaaah... I'm on it.

 

[KG1]

A friend of mine just called me about his RIA. Hammer is falling on the pin when he cycles a round into battery off a fresh Mag. Sometimes runs 3 to 5 rds off at a time. Told him I could fix that for him but get the card out as "Good" parts aint cheap. I also told him if it runs full auto with out feed issues he has a good one....
This gun has in excess of 2K out the pipe. It has ran well enough for him after he bought and tuned some good Mags for it. I polished the ramps and set the mag depth in it or it was just a paper weight.
Now we get to put some Wilson or Brown parts in it.

Your friend has impeccable timing.

 

[sgreen3]

Ive had 2 RIAs over the years an currently have a Citadel. I haven't had a minutes trouble out of any of them. Would defiantly buy another.

 

[sbond]

Had two no problems with either shot great but ended up trading off but would buy another. American Classic just a little better finish and trigger pull.

 

[ag563]

I have a RIA, great gun so far. I also have a Springfield 1911, both shoot great.

 

[churchmouse]

you think a new gi would be a good project gun? im the type that cant leave anything alone i love another project to set next to my savage.

The GI is a great gun to start modifying. Depends on how much you want to do.

 

[churchmouse]

Your friend has impeccable timing.

Yes he does. I should see it today or tomorrow. Tear down and inspect. Most likely get a match grade hammer and sear kit from our good friends at Brownells. He was talking crazy like a trigger up grade and all the rest. Nothing like hot rodding a Rambler..........

No flame throwers please. I had a buddy that owned a seriously Hot Rodded Rambler. Build and use what you have. Enjoy it.

 

[KG1]

Yes he does. I should see it today or tomorrow. Tear down and inspect. Most likely get a match grade hammer and sear kit from our good friends at Brownells. He was talking crazy like a trigger up grade and all the rest. Nothing like hot rodding a Rambler..........

No flame throwers please. I had a buddy that owned a seriously Hot Rodded Rambler. Build and use what you have. Enjoy it.

Barring some other issues pending inspection I think an upgrade with quality hammer and sear kit parts should make for a good shooter again. As for the Rambler part, I had one in my youth and it was pretty much just a Rambler. It got me from point A to B.

 

[churchmouse]

Barring some other issues pending inspection I think an upgrade with quality hammer and sear kit parts should make for a good shooter again. As for the Rambler part, I had one in my youth and it was pretty much just a Rambler. It got me from point A to B.

That's my feelings. I will check it completely as they do have issue with the firing pins after a few K rds as well. He is ready to put the parts in it. He shot one of my hot rodded SA loaded's recently and is aware of the differences in the platforms. I may do the rails/bushing/slide fit on it depending on how much he wants to feed his addiction.

I use the Rambler statement as I feel these guns are exactly that....Ramblers. Utilitarian in there use.

 

[SERparacord]

Yes he does. I should see it today or tomorrow. Tear down and inspect. Most likely get a match grade hammer and sear kit from our good friends at Brownells. He was talking crazy like a trigger up grade and all the rest. Nothing like hot rodding a Rambler..........

No flame throwers please. I had a buddy that owned a seriously Hot Rodded Rambler. Build and use what you have. Enjoy it.

Then you have to pay sales tax!

 

[churchmouse]

Then you have to pay sales tax!

Not me, him. This time anyway.
Tax is really not a big hit on small items. I get the absolute best service from Brownells so it is a small price to pay.

 

[SERparacord]

Not me, him. This time anyway.
Tax is really not a big hit on small items. I get the absolute best service from Brownells so it is a small price to pay.

I tend yo use midway, just make sure it's not sent "sure post".

 

[churchmouse]

I tend yo use midway, just make sure it's not sent "sure post".

I have to admit that I have used Mid-way in the past but just lean towards Brownells. I have the specific catalogs for 1911's/AR's and the big book of everything. I also know it is a bit more to use the big B but habits are hard to break.
If I call them with specific questions/needs I have always gotten an answer.