Colt responded immediately and is sending a self addressed pre paid envelop to ship my 1911 back for the refit.
In the past I have bad-mouthed Colt some based on the problems I have had with my Combat Elite. But I must say I appreciate their quick and professional action on this issue. In addition, after working thru the bugs I confess this autoloader is now flawless in function and exacting on the range.
Emmm, dat crow not dat bad after all.......