XD / XD(M) Recoil Spring

Metonymy · 02-19-2009, 08:10 PM

So in cleaning my gun, I've been looking at the stock guide rod. I can't tell what it's made of, but it looks like thin metal with a cap welded on the end.

I started researching on the internet and apparently there's enough other people who wanted something "beefier" that there's an aftermarket now.

Found this website that has solid replacements, and even offers different weight springs for the various models:

SPRINGFIELD XD RECOIL GUIDE ROD & SPRINGS at Brownells

Here's a pic of the stock two-piece guide rod and sping:

And the aftermarket one-piece unit:

Anyone seen this before? Anyone have this in their gun?

FLIPEXED · 02-19-2009, 08:19 PM

Wolf springs are awesome. I put a 18.5 lb to replace the stock one in my 1911 and it made a world of difference.

FatFugg · 02-19-2009, 08:28 PM

Is their a need for this?

If I use a heavier duty spring can I get away with using +P loads in my XD's without risking damage to them?

You balk at the price of an HK, but they will never need upgrades like this. I know it's a cheap upgrade, but their are reasons why HK's are expensive.

FLIPEXED · 02-19-2009, 08:57 PM

I think XD's are +P rated. The heavier springs just help manage recoil.

Metonymy · 02-21-2009, 12:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FLIPEXED

I think XD's are +P rated. The heavier springs just help manage recoil.

Bingo!

Quote:

The XD uses a fully supported chamber design which reinforces the rear of the ammunition case. A fully supported chamber reduces the possibility of an ammunition case rupture that could cause injury to the shooter and severely damage the gun. This is an especially important feature for owners who intend to use +P and/or reloaded ammunition.

(Courtesty of the Springfield XD wikipedia page)

FatFugg · 02-21-2009, 12:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Metonymy

Bingo!

Right on! I just didn't see it anywhere in the manual, so I guess I thought they weren't +P approved.

As I recall in the USP manual it states that you can use any factory loaded ammo including +P & +P+ without any risk to the firearm or yourself.

I really like my XD's, but I miss my H&K's!

GixxerPete · 02-21-2009, 08:50 AM

Yes XDs are +P rated and don't "need" any upgrades, and no they're still not as nice as HK's.

Raceface · 11-10-2009, 06:33 PM

If I wanted to make the recoil on my 9mm 4" XD "better" which spring tension would I choose? Or is this modification purely for durability?

I've got about 3000 rounds through my XD and the seat for the guide rod is looking quite mashed.

FatFugg · 11-10-2009, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Raceface

If I wanted to make the recoil on my 9mm 4" XD "better" which spring tension would I choose? Or is this modification purely for durability?

I've got about 3000 rounds through my XD and the seat for the guide rod is looking quite mashed.

Get a H&K USP!It will feel better!

talntid · 11-10-2009, 10:50 PM

I second that! That's what I carry. :) H&K USP .40 Compact in a crossbreed holster! :)

P.S. Also fun suppressed ;)

Dodgeramstein · 02-13-2010, 06:57 PM

vote on the xd for me. My girl can one hand my .45 no problem... thats a managable recoil :)

James · 02-14-2010, 04:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by talntid

I second that! That's what I carry. :) H&K USP .40 Compact in a crossbreed holster! :)

P.S. Also fun suppressed ;)

Which Cross Breed? Snap Slide? Super Tuck delux?

02-19-2009, 08:10 PM	#1
Metonymy Marksman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Washington Posts: 370	XD / XD(M) Recoil Spring So in cleaning my gun, I've been looking at the stock guide rod. I can't tell what it's made of, but it looks like thin metal with a cap welded on the end. I started researching on the internet and apparently there's enough other people who wanted something "beefier" that there's an aftermarket now. Found this website that has solid replacements, and even offers different weight springs for the various models: SPRINGFIELD XD RECOIL GUIDE ROD & SPRINGS at Brownells Here's a pic of the stock two-piece guide rod and sping: And the aftermarket one-piece unit: Anyone seen this before? Anyone have this in their gun?

02-19-2009, 08:28 PM	#3
FatFugg Sharpshooter Joined: Jan 2009 From: Dri-Shities Posts: 560	Is their a need for this? If I use a heavier duty spring can I get away with using +P loads in my XD's without risking damage to them? You balk at the price of an HK, but they will never need upgrades like this. I know it's a cheap upgrade, but their are reasons why HK's are expensive. Last edited by FatFugg; 02-19-2009 at 08:30 PM.

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02-19-2009, 08:19 PM	#2
FLIPEXED Rifleman Joined: Feb 2009 From: Lacey, Wa Posts: 100	Wolf springs are awesome. I put a 18.5 lb to replace the stock one in my 1911 and it made a world of difference.

02-19-2009, 08:57 PM	#4
FLIPEXED Rifleman Joined: Feb 2009 From: Lacey, Wa Posts: 100	I think XD's are +P rated. The heavier springs just help manage recoil.

02-21-2009, 08:50 AM	#7
GixxerPete Marksman Joined: Jan 2009 From: Renton, WA Posts: 483	Yes XDs are +P rated and don't "need" any upgrades, and no they're still not as nice as HK's.

11-10-2009, 06:33 PM	#8
Raceface Newbie Joined: Nov 2009 From: CDA Posts: 3	If I wanted to make the recoil on my 9mm 4" XD "better" which spring tension would I choose? Or is this modification purely for durability? I've got about 3000 rounds through my XD and the seat for the guide rod is looking quite mashed.

11-10-2009, 10:50 PM	#10
talntid Gunslinger Joined: Sep 2009 From: Spokane, WA Posts: 43	I second that! That's what I carry. :) H&K USP .40 Compact in a crossbreed holster! :) P.S. Also fun suppressed ;)

02-13-2010, 06:57 PM	#11
Dodgeramstein Gunslinger Joined: Oct 2009 From: Arlington Posts: 43	vote on the xd for me. My girl can one hand my .45 no problem... thats a managable recoil :)