DROP IN SPRING KIT?

[skywarrior]

So I ordered on yesterday. I am semi-mechanically skilled. Just wondering if these are fairly easy to install. I have looked on the Internet for video's on how to install them but didn't have much luck.

 

[ContinentalOp]

There's a YouTube video by MidwayUSA on installing a spring kit.

This thread also has some good info: http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-smithing/94072-faqs.html

 

[PH-2]

sky,

It's pretty straightforward, but knowing some "Tricks" (can you say 'rebound spring tool'?) are helpful. I got my courage up to do spring jobs by ordering the "Complete Action Job" video by Jerry Miculek.
The AGI (American Gun Institute) complete disassembly videos are also very helpful. They are available for most popular brands/frame sizes. The one for Ruger auto 22-- marks I, II, and III is worth it's weight in platinum!
Also, check out the forum stickies for some very helpful basics.

Mike

 

[photoman]

Which spring kit and which gun?

 

[badguybuster]

subscribed

 

[f2]

probably Apex Tactical's J-Frame duty / carry kit.

 

[skywarrior]

SPRING KIT

Yes, the Apex Tactical J-Frame kit. Thanks for the help and I will do some searching. If you do not have the rebound spring tool, is there something similar that you could use?

 

[photoman]

Yes, the Apex Tactical J-Frame kit. Thanks for the help and I will do some searching. If you do not have the rebound spring tool, is there something similar that you could use?

Yes, a Phillips screwdriver will work. Pay close attention as it is easy to lose the spring!

 

[alienbogey]

I searched Midway for 'rebound spring tool' with no luck.

 

[Beancounter81]

I searched Midway for 'rebound spring tool' with no luck.

Here's what I use (from Midway):

Wheeler Engineering Screwdriver Bit S&W Rebound Slide Spring - MidwayUSA

 

[alienbogey]

Here's what I use (from Midway):

Wheeler Engineering Screwdriver Bit S&W Rebound Slide Spring - MidwayUSA

Thanks, I may have seen that, but when I saw 'slide' I thought it was for semi-autos.

Now my only problem is that it's not in stock.

 

[chp]

Got mine at Brownells: BROWNELLS : S&W REBOUND SLIDE SPRING TOOL - World's Largest Supplier of Firearm Accessories, Gun Parts and Gunsmithing Tools - BROWNELLS

Note that reducing the rebound spring can lead to short stroking the trigger when shooting fast. YMMV of course. I keep mine stock for that reason.