I don't have my parts order sheet handy, but it lists recommended parts per # of Glocks being serviced which is a good gauge for what gets replaced more often.The Annoyed Man wrote:TexasCajun wrote:Would it be fair to say that, IF a Glock part will fail, it will most likely be the guide rod, or are there other replacement parts I should also be concerned about having on hand?
Off the top of my head:
Springs. You're more likely to have a weakened guide rod spring than a rod failure. Some of the Gen 1 or early Gen 2 rods were problematic (weak polymer), I forget which. Quick and easy test for weak spring.
Replacing a broken trigger spring isn't particularly tricky, but you don't want to do it incorrectly and it never happens at a good time.
Damaged extractor.
Magazine spring that's taken a set after many, many rounds.
Lost bearing (happens when people go beyond basic field strip and aren't ready for what happens when you pop that back plate. Glock recommends you don't go beyond basic field stripping without being a trained armorer, but we all know most enthusiasts will tear a firearm down to the bare frame given the chance. Plus, the internet.
BTW: If you attend a GSSF event, an armorer will inspect your firearm and replace any worn parts - courtesy of Glock.