New Optic Ready Glock Build x How To Install A Glock Upper

Published on June 15, 2022
Duration: 4:28

This guide details the process of installing an upper parts kit into a Glock slide, a crucial step for building or maintaining a Glock firearm. It covers the sequential installation of components like the channel liner, firing pin safety, extractor, plunger assembly, and striker. The video emphasizes the importance of correct orientation and secure seating of each part, culminating in the installation of the back plate and the barrel/guide rod assembly. The presenter, from SPN Firearms, demonstrates this process using a Glock 26 slide, noting its RMR cut.

Quick Summary

To install a Glock upper parts kit, begin by seating the channel liner, then install the firing pin safety and spring, followed by the extractor. Next, insert the plunger assembly and the striker. Finally, use a punch to help compress the spring while sliding on the back plate, and then install the barrel and guide rod assembly, ensuring the guide rod engages the first 'dibbit' on the barrel.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Glock 26 Slide Build
  2. 00:15Tools and Preparation for Glock Upper Installation
  3. 00:26Installing the Channel Liner
  4. 00:36Installing the Firing Pin Safety and Spring
  5. 00:53Installing the Extractor
  6. 01:23Installing the Plunger Assembly
  7. 01:09Assembling and Installing the Striker
  8. 01:53Installing the Back Plate
  9. 02:05Installing the Barrel and Guide Rod Assembly
  10. 02:46Final Slide Assembly Check

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the essential steps for installing a Glock upper parts kit?

The process involves installing the channel liner, firing pin safety and spring, extractor, plunger assembly, and striker. Finally, the back plate and guide rod assembly are installed. Ensure each component is correctly oriented and securely seated for proper firearm function.

What tools are needed to install a Glock upper parts kit?

You will need the Glock upper parts kit itself. A channel liner tool is essential for proper installation of the liner. A punch set, like the Avid kit mentioned, is highly recommended for tasks such as installing the back plate and compressing springs.

How do you ensure the extractor is installed correctly in a Glock slide?

When installing the extractor, the round side should face inward. Crucially, the small divot on the right side of the extractor must be oriented to the right. You'll need to depress the extractor sufficiently to slide it into place.

What is the correct way to install the guide rod assembly on a Glock barrel?

The guide rod assembly should be installed so that it engages the first 'dibbit' on the barrel. It is important not to engage the second 'dibbit,' as this ensures the correct seating and operation of the guide rod within the slide.

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