Glock troubles

Charlie_K · Feb 12, 2016

So I'm the proud owner of a new Glock 19 pistol, 3rd generation because I don't trust the 4th generation yet. And like some Glock owners I'm trying to change out some of the standard parts for extended parts for easier operation. The mag release and slide lock were easy enough, but there's no way to get the slide release out. The retaining pin is in there good, and the recommended method of depressing the pin while wiggling the lever back and forth to release the spring tension is doing absolutely no good in getting it out. I'd get out the mallet and a punch, but everything I've seen says not to do that. But nobody has had any advise for what to do when the whole wiggle method proves to be useless.

Krav · Feb 12, 2016

I changed mine out on my 17. I just kept trying, it took a little bit but I eventually got it out.

I watched the YouTube video instructions, keep at it.

cricketdave · Feb 13, 2016

sometimes a punch and a light smack will start that pin out, just don't beat it like a rented mule and it will be fine.

fishface5 · Feb 13, 2016

Tap it out lightly with a smaller hammer and a plastic punch (not metal). Then put it back and repeat, until eventually it smoothes out.

338375 · Feb 13, 2016

cricketdave said:
sometimes a punch and a light smack will start that pin out, just don't beat it like a rented mule and it will be fine.

Exactly... It won't take much to get it started. Once you do get it apart you can lightly polish the pin if you want, and check the hole for burrs. Chances are though, once you get it out the first time, it will be easier the second time.

Charlie_K · Feb 13, 2016

Well after doing some research, it turns out this is something common, and the trigger pin doesn't like coming out of new Glocks at all. I finally found a blog talking about this problem, and how you need a punch, and something like a small flat bladed screwdriver to wedge under the slide lever and lift up near the pin, while pushing down on the back end, while all at the same time pushing the pin out.

STAINLESS90 · Feb 13, 2016

For the love of whatever you hold sacred do not hit it. It does drop ouf easily if you are depressing the correct part. Just watch a lot more videos and I will post pics when I get home to help.

338375 · Feb 13, 2016

Charlie_K said:
Well after doing some research, it turns out this is something common, and the trigger pin doesn't like coming out of new Glocks at all. I finally found a blog talking about this problem, and how you need a punch, and something like a small flat bladed screwdriver to wedge under the slide lever and lift up near the pin, while pushing down on the back end, while all at the same time pushing the pin out.

I've had 5 different Glocks and did action / trigger jobs on all of them, and never had an issue getting the gun disassembled. Maybe I was just lucky

Cypress · Feb 14, 2016

Wiggle the slide release up/down and side to side while gently pushing on the pin. I've never owned a Glock that didn't release that pin easily on the first try using that method (even my Gen 4 19).

STAINLESS90 · Feb 14, 2016

Charlie_K said:
Well after doing some research, it turns out this is something common, and the trigger pin doesn't like coming out of new Glocks at all. I finally found a blog talking about this problem, and how you need a punch, and something like a small flat bladed screwdriver to wedge under the slide lever and lift up near the pin, while pushing down on the back end, while all at the same time pushing the pin out.

Sorry it took so long to get back here. There is no need for hammering, sliding, or wiggling. Simply reach inside the frame and press the slide stop lever inward against the frame, it will have a small amount of give. If the gun is lying on its left side you will be putting pressure downward pinching it against the frame. Your pressing on the portion of the lever directly behind the locking block. Do not pull upward on the rear portion of the lever. Make sure you are pushing the pin from the right side of the gun so it exits the left side. It will practically drop free.

Reswob · Feb 15, 2016

On the 3 pin models, I believe the front 2 have to come out in a specific order, maybe that is the problem? If you're doing it correctly, it should be not be hard to completely disassemble a Glock.