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sadsack · February 3, 2009, 03:15 PM

Dalerj: You might be able to move it that much. Just be aware of the damage that can be done, and that factory warranty is out the window. I gave it another try and opened this one up about an 1/8. This frame has a crack through the mag release hole and behind the guard. Bending the guard didn't change that at all.
The easiest way to hold it would be upside down in a vise with the slide on the frame and the trigger group removed. The smaller the area you apply the heat the better, my heat gun has a funnel like cap to concentrate the heat. After you bend it you'll have to hold it in position as it cools because of spring back.
Let us know how it works out for you.

February 3, 2009, 03:15 PM	#11
sadsack Senior Member Join Date: February 4, 2006 Posts: 206	Dalerj: You might be able to move it that much. Just be aware of the damage that can be done, and that factory warranty is out the window. I gave it another try and opened this one up about an 1/8. This frame has a crack through the mag release hole and behind the guard. Bending the guard didn't change that at all. The easiest way to hold it would be upside down in a vise with the slide on the frame and the trigger group removed. The smaller the area you apply the heat the better, my heat gun has a funnel like cap to concentrate the heat. After you bend it you'll have to hold it in position as it cools because of spring back. Let us know how it works out for you.