80% Glock build costs

ken792 · Apr 18, 2017

pilotguy299 said:
the lpk i received had an extra pin in it that was made of nylon. any chance yours did too, and you installed a nylon pin instead of a metal one?

The rear pin on a factory Glock is plastic, so that's probably it.

MikeV · Apr 18, 2017

If you're building a G17 sized PF940 (not necessary for the 940c) then you Need one of these...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/172498165945?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

This pin is correctly sized for the wider (than G17) PF940 frame.
And if you're into building 80% toys, Jonathan has a Facebook group that you might find interesting...
https://www.facebook.com/groups/2196466353912075/

Have fun!
Mike

OnTarget · Apr 18, 2017

Is the Polymer80 (PF940CV1 80% READYMOD FRAME POLY GLOCK® 19/23/32 9MM/40S&W) easier to build than the earlier version, which is now on sale at Brownells? If so, could you highlight a few of the more positive features of the ReadyMod?

MikeV · Apr 18, 2017

Just to be clear, the ReadyMod version of the PF940C (note the suffix C) has only just entered the supply chain. The same model, but with the already textured grip has been available for more than a month. So if you refer to that as the earlier version, there's no difference in difficulty in the build. And the pre-textured grip is SO GOOD, you're leaving yourself extra work with the ReadyMod version. And if you stipple (not ME!!) you'd better be VERY GOOD just to match the Polymer80 texture...

BUT, if you're referring to the PF940 (no suffix) also known as the Spectre this is the full size G17 version that indeed was the very first Polymer80 Glock clone. And while this isn't difficult to build, the PF940C (G19) is indeed easier and it addresses many of the initial criticisms of the Spectre. Namely, a full set of metal rails vs the half polymer rails of the initial offering.

Bottom line, choose the PF940C.

But you still have a choice to make: textured grip or ReadyMod.

And if you really like a full sized frame, be patient. The suppliers are "blowing out" v1.0 of the Spectre in anticipation of v2.0 which everyone believes will include improvements learned from the PF940C.

OnTarget · Apr 18, 2017

MikeV said:
Just to be clear, the ReadyMod version of the PF940C (note the suffix C) has only just entered the supply chain. The same model, but with the already textured grip has been available for more than a month. So if you refer to that as the earlier version, there's no difference in difficulty in the build. And the pre-textured grip is SO GOOD, you're leaving yourself extra work with the ReadyMod version. And if you stipple (not ME!!) you'd better be VERY GOOD just to match the Polymer80 texture...

BUT, if you're referring to the PF940 (no suffix) also known as the Spectre this is the full size G17 version that indeed was the very first Polymer80 Glock clone. And while this isn't difficult to build, the PF940C (G19) is indeed easier and it addresses many of the initial criticisms of the Spectre. Namely, a full set of metal rails vs the half polymer rails of the initial offering.

Bottom line, choose the PF940C.

But you still have a choice to make: textured grip or ReadyMod.

And if you really like a full sized frame, be patient. The suppliers are "blowing out" v1.0 of the Spectre in anticipation of v2.0 which everyone believes will include improvements learned from the PF940C.

I'm not talking about the Spectre. So, then, the way I understand it, the other choice is the PF940C, but with the selection remaining as to whether one wants the pre-textured or ReadyMod grip. I'd want the pre-textured, just like you. I saw the ReadyMod listed on Brownell's, but did not look for pre-textured. I would want to keep the entire build as easy as possible.

MikeV · Apr 18, 2017

Actually, Brownells made your choice easier...the ReadyMod pf940c is out of stock, but the textured pf940c is good to go. :thumbsup:

(search the Brownells page for Polymer80 and first up is the textured pf940c)

...spend $175 and take $20 off w free shipping with coupon code M3T

Muleskinner · Apr 19, 2017

I completed a 940C in about an hour. I used a dremel I do not recommend using the end mill provided. It doesn't offer enough control. After using the dremel i used a file to remove excess then fine wet dry sand paper to finish. I also used a clamp and drill press to drill the holes ONE SIDE AT A TIME. A hand drill all the way through is asking for an un-repairable mistake.

MikeV · Apr 19, 2017

What he said^^^^ :thumbsup:

ken792 · Apr 24, 2017

LWD is now selling 90% slides, meaning the exterior is left completely plain. With the full size frame, you can build an actual Block Glock.

http://www.lonewolfdist.com/products.aspx?CAT=8089

r3t1awr3yd · Apr 24, 2017

Muleskinner said:
I completed a 940C in about an hour. I used a dremel I do not recommend using the end mill provided. It doesn't offer enough control. After using the dremel i used a file to remove excess then fine wet dry sand paper to finish. I also used a clamp and drill press to drill the holes ONE SIDE AT A TIME. A hand drill all the way through is asking for an un-repairable mistake.

Are you using the end mill in a milling machine or...?

BradMacc82 · Apr 24, 2017

r3t1awr3yd said:
Are you using the end mill in a milling machine or...?

Not using the end mill bit at all, much like I've done - if I'm reading him right.

r3t1awr3yd · Apr 24, 2017

BradMacc82 said:
Not using the end mill bit at all, much like I've done - if I'm reading him right.

I can understand saying the endmill doesn't offer enough control in a say a drill but in a mill on a vice? ehhhh

BradMacc82 · Apr 24, 2017

r3t1awr3yd said:
I can understand saying the endmill doesn't offer enough control in a say a drill but in a mill on a vice? ehhhh

I can't comment on the supplied bit in a real mill - with a good machine vice, as I have neither.

But, I can say that I've had good luck (and results) using the most basic of tools to complete these - aside from my Spectre80 runaway.

Sticky · Apr 24, 2017

r3t1awr3yd said:
I can understand saying the endmill doesn't offer enough control in a say a drill but in a mill on a vice? ehhhh

Issues arise when you try to stand that sucker up on end to mill it with a conventional mill. It is not a very stable setup, even with tall vise jaws. There is a lot of room for the jig and frame to move about, that's why I set mine up for milling the top of the frame and used a ball end mill to cut the barrel block while it was sitting down in the vise. That worked very well..

Muleskinner · Apr 25, 2017

r3t1awr3yd said:
I can understand saying the endmill doesn't offer enough control in a say a drill but in a mill on a vice? ehhhh

I don't own a mill. For the 940C it would be overkill...it's the easiest 80% i've encountered. It would potentially take longer to set it up in a mill than it took me to complete it with a Dremel, a file and sand paper. Once you get one you will see what I mean. The amount of material you have to remove is very minimal..

Muleskinner · Apr 25, 2017

BradMacc82 said:
I can't comment on the supplied bit in a real mill - with a good machine vice, as I have neither.

But, I can say that I've had good luck (and results) using the most basic of tools to complete these - aside from my Spectre80 runaway.

I tried using the end mill on my first 940 (full size frame) and didn't like the results. I used a dremel to remove the front material and I cut the rear rails with a jig saw blade (by hand with only the blade) and a flat diamond needle file. I did a total of 4 of the full frames. 2 G22 clones, one with a Tactical Solutions .22LR conversion and one with a ARMSCOR .22TCM9R conversion. I have one left and just ordered the slide and guts for a G17.

MikeV · May 1, 2017

HE DID IT!! Metal rails from pf940C in a Spectre frame....
not a walk in the park, but it is possible!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41qnbpfrcLM

BradMacc82 · May 1, 2017

MikeV said:
HE DID IT!! Metal rails from pf940C in a Spectre frame....
not a walk in the park, but it is possible!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41qnbpfrcLM

He's not alone. :innocent0

I went durka-durka style, dremel and MAPP gas torch.

Test-firing now, pictures in a little bit.

BradMacc82 · May 1, 2017

OMFG!!

IT WORKS!! Just did a quick mag-dump in the back yard, no hiccups to report.

jwesleye · May 1, 2017

ken792 said:
Police seized and destroyed guns are also a good source of parts.

Any resources handy on how to buy them?

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