How To: Install Talon Grip on XDS-9 Mod2

Published on September 25, 2018
Duration: 11:17

This guide details the process of installing rubberized Talon Grips on a Springfield XDS-9 Mod2. It emphasizes proper surface preparation with alcohol wipes, careful alignment during application, and the use of heat from a hair dryer combined with a 'smushing' technique to ensure a durable, secure, and improved grip. The instructor, Justin Opinion, highlights safety protocols throughout the installation.

Quick Summary

To install Talon Grips on a Springfield XDS-9 Mod2, first ensure the firearm is unloaded and disassembled. Clean the polymer frame thoroughly with an alcohol wipe. Perform a dry fit, then apply the grip with light pressure, avoiding stretching. Heat the grip with a hair dryer and use a 'smushing' technique to ensure firm, even adhesion, repeating the heating and smushing process for optimal results.

Chapters

  1. 00:15Introduction to XDS-9 Mod2 & Talon Grips
  2. 01:10Firearm Safety and Disassembly
  3. 01:45Dry Fit and Alignment Process
  4. 02:14Surface Preparation with Alcohol Wipe
  5. 03:15Applying the First Section of the Grip
  6. 05:29Applying the Second Section and Adjustments
  7. 07:34Tucking Finger Groove Tabs
  8. 08:34Heating the Grip with a Hair Dryer
  9. 09:11Smushing Technique and Final Adhesion Check
  10. 10:15Reassembly and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first step before installing Talon Grips on a Springfield XDS-9 Mod2?

Before installing Talon Grips, it is crucial to ensure the firearm is completely unloaded. The slide should also be removed from the frame to provide safe and easy access to the grip area for application.

How do you prepare the surface of the Springfield XDS-9 Mod2 for Talon Grip installation?

Surface preparation involves cleaning all polymer areas where the grip will adhere using the provided alcohol wipe. This removes skin oils and grease that could compromise the adhesive's longevity and ensure a strong bond.

What is the recommended technique for applying Talon Grips for best adhesion?

After initial placement, use a hair dryer to heat the grip, making it pliable. Then, apply firm, even pressure across the entire grip using a 'smushing' technique, especially on edges and the backstrap, repeating the heating and smushing process.

Can Talon Grips be repositioned if applied incorrectly?

Minor adjustments can be made by carefully lifting and reapplying the grip, but this should be done sparingly. Excessive repositioning can weaken the adhesive, so it's best to aim for accurate placement on the first attempt.

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