Ruger SR9 recoil spring

[KMaC]

Does anyone know the recommended replacement schedule for a Ruger SR9 recoil spring assembly? The manual doesn't address it, the Ruger website parts department only carries spring/guide rods for compact models. Surely they don't consider this a lifetime part. I checked INGO's archives and the Ruger Forum without luck. I may have to call them as a last resort.

 

[Bobkunz]

I would say it depends on amount of use. Otherwise, if it's less than ten years old it shouldn't need it. When you start experiencing feeding issues that's when you start looking. I know Ruger is a reliable brand. My wife has a P94 that is about 12 years old and has never needed a new part. Take this for what it's worth.

 

[KMaC]

I've only had it for a couple of years but it has about 3000 rounds fired. It has been very reliable until the last couple of trips when it had a stovepipe towards the end of each session.

 

[Bobkunz]

I'm thinking get ahead of the game and replace it. Contact a Ruger associate and see if they have it in stock/for sale. It should come with an OEM warranty at that point. Bradis Guns might also be able to help you.

 

[KMaC]

Getting ahead of the game was my intent but finding the part may be more difficult than I thought. I can buy a stainless steel guide rod with spring assembly from Galloway but as noted above, Ruger doesn't even offer the part in their catalogue. I'll call them tomorrow and see if they can send me a spring assembly but from what I've read Ruger usually wants you to send them the gun and that just seems silly for a recoil spring.

 

[Bobkunz]

I agree that would be a bit much for a recoil spring. I have mixed feelings about aftermarket parts. I like doing custom work; but keeping OEM warranty is also desirable.

 

[t-squared]

They sent me a rsa for one of our LC9s. Call them and have the serial number handy if they ask for it...https://ruger.com/dataProcess/customerService/

 

[KMaC]

They sent me a rsa for one of our LC9s. Call them and have the serial number handy if they ask for it...https://ruger.com/dataProcess/customerService/

Thanks for the information based on personal experience. I'll call tomorrow. Do they want the gun's serial number or the part number of the rsa?

 

[t-squared]

I was thinking the gun's sn if they asked....they didn't for me though...