The Least Expensive Custom Upgrade For Your Glock

Published on June 30, 2023
Duration: 17:12

Lenny McGill from GlockStore Performance and Custom Shop demonstrates how to install custom slide cover plates and magazine base plates on Glocks. The process involves careful manipulation of internal springs and plungers to avoid losing small parts. He highlights the aesthetic and functional benefits, such as caliber identification on base plates, and offers custom engraving services for personalized designs.

Quick Summary

Customizing your Glock with slide cover plates and magazine base plates is an affordable upgrade. For installation, ensure the firearm is unloaded. Slide cover plates require depressing internal components with a punch, while magazine base plates involve releasing spring tension using a punch or MDT tool before removal and reinstallation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Custom Glock Plates
  2. 00:10Customization Options: Designs and Personalization
  3. 00:22Base Plates for Magazine Identification
  4. 00:42Variety of Custom Slide Cover Plate Designs
  5. 01:11Custom Design Process: Logos and Photos
  6. 01:55Installing the Custom Slide Cover Plate
  7. 02:07Firearm Safety Check
  8. 02:21Slide Cover Plate Removal Technique
  9. 02:51Understanding Internal Components
  10. 03:16Removing the Slide Cover Plate with Thumb Pressure
  11. 03:38Installing the New Slide Cover Plate
  12. 04:25Installing the Custom Magazine Base Plate
  13. 04:45Magazine Disassembly Tools and Techniques
  14. 05:05Magazine Components: Spring, Insert Plate, Follower
  15. 06:06Modifying Base Plates for Fit
  16. 07:06Reassembling the Magazine
  17. 08:28Recap: Pre-designed vs. Custom Plates
  18. 08:55Value of Magazine Identification and Marking
  19. 09:53Conclusion and Subscribe

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I install a custom slide cover plate on my Glock?

To install a custom Glock slide cover plate, first ensure the firearm is unloaded. Lock the slide back, then use a punch to depress the spacer sleeve. While holding pressure, carefully thumb off the old plate. Then, preload the new plate's components, depress the spacer sleeve and detent with punches, and snap the new plate into place.

What are the benefits of custom magazine base plates for Glocks?

Custom magazine base plates offer several benefits. They allow for personalization with unique designs and can be marked with caliber information (like 9mm or .40 S&W) to easily identify magazines, preventing mix-ups, especially when you have multiple firearms.

Can I get a custom logo or picture engraved on Glock plates?

Yes, GlockStore offers custom laser engraving services for slide cover plates and base plates. You can send in a logo, company badge, or even a personal photo, which they can convert into a line art drawing for engraving.

What tools are needed to remove a Glock magazine base plate?

To remove a Glock magazine base plate, you can use a punch to depress the internal insert plate, releasing the spring tension. A specialized tool called a Magazine Disassembly Tool (MDT) is also available and can make the process easier and safer.

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