Glock Cleaning Help

[wheelinouty]

I now have about 800 rounds through my Gen 4 Glock 23. I generally field strip and clean it after going to the range, but have not done a "deep cleaning" yet. I watched the Hickok45 video on taking apart and cleaning the slide etc... but have a couple of additional questions.

I use Hoppes for a solvent and Remoil as my oil when doing a quick clean. (Very small amount of remoil on the rails) Am I on the right track here?

For a full clean, what do you recommend.


I realize these are simple questions, but I'm still green :bad: in the world of handguns. Any help is appreciated.

 

[Rich_S]

Read your owner's manual. It will have all the info you need.......

 

[dbaierl]

On the brite side, glocks don't require much.
I have 4900 rounds through my g19. I didn't strip the slide till around 2500. Don't remember exactly. Normally I just put a drop of oil were metal meets metal. Nothing more.

 

[willyNH]

I am a Frog Lube convert. No petro chems. No oil. Super clean and stays that way.

I only write with a dry cloth after a range day and detail clean around every 1000 now. Gen3 G26.

Check tacticalsanta.com. No affiliation.

-Matt

 

[wheelinouty]

I am a Frog Lube convert. No petro chems. No oil. Super clean and stays that way.

I only write with a dry cloth after a range day and detail clean around every 1000 now. Gen3 G26.

Check tacticalsanta.com. No affiliation.

-Matt[/QUOTE

I was actually just looking into froglube. I read the conversations on this forum and did some other research and can't think of any reason not to use it. Thanks for the input

 

[Keykutter]

Frog Lube is great. I got some a month or so ago and I'm very impressed. Smells good too and my wife isn't bitching anymore when I want to treat another gun while watching the tube.

KK

 

[wheelinouty]

I just read the directions for it. Sounds pretty simple. But... what is the difference between the paste and the liquid? I just want to make sure I order the right stuff. Thanks

 

[The_Outlaw]

Ballistol is a very good cleaning/lube product i.m.o.

 

[Glock Fan]

Follow the instructions in your owner's manual. Disassembling your firearm any further than you are trained could result in serious consequences. I have repaired many Glock pistols that were broken down by folks watching it done on the internet. When they reassembled the pistol, they missed a couple of steps. The pistol fired, but wore through pins that were swapped. In another case, the pistol slide would lock back after each shot.

DO NOT DEVIATE FROM THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL! Doing so may cost you your life.

 

[BC1]

If you plan on doing a detailed cleaning you might want to get the PTOOMA manual from LoneWolf Distributors (Link Removed). It provides detailed instructions for disassembling the gun.

I perform a detailed cleaning once per year on my training guns as they get a lot of activity. You should not pop the pins too often though. Don't break the gun down unless you're mechanically inclined and have studied the procedure thoroughly. Don't rely on youtube videos.

The beauty of the Glock pistol is that it's a snap-together assembly requiring only one small punch. If you damage any part it can be quickly and cheaply replaced through LoneWolf Distributors --> Lone Wolf Distributors - Main Page

 

[glocknload]

Here's another good site for your question:: Cornered Cat - Gun Cleaning 102 (Glock)

 

[creatism]

Actually just did this with mine, the only reason is when I got my glock I thought it was like my 1911, an liked it wet and extra clean. I just followed Hickok45 steps exactly and no issues!!
Now just a little lube on the barrel and grease on the slide. That's it!!

 

[Glock Fan]

Actually just did this with mine, the only reason is when I got my glock I thought it was like my 1911, an liked it wet and extra clean. I just followed Hickok45 steps exactly and no issues!!
Now just a little lube on the barrel and grease on the slide. That's it!!

Over lubrication of Glock pistols is very common. I have replaced numerous trigger springs due to excessive lubrication causing premature failure.

Read the book, and follow the manufacturer's directions and you should be OK. One drop of oil should be enough to lube the entire pistol.

 

[willyNH]

But... what is the difference between the paste and the liquid?

Personal preference primarily. I like the paste for most everything, but the liquid is nice for gas tubes.

-Matt

 

[wheelinouty]

I will definitely take a look at that manual from Lone Wolf. Thank you all for the advice with this. I don't plan on stripping the gun down too often, but I do like to learn how things work; I usually take things apart so I can learn more about them. (ATV, mountain bike etc...) Maybe I will look into buying an older Glock to "rebuild" with new parts. Then i will learn plenty

 

[Arc Angel]

Here, take a look at this: GlockParts.com Use the index to scroll over to, Main Page > Disassembly. (Trust me, a monkey could do it; AND, the factory will sell you the only tool you need for the job!)

Just so you know, none of the heavy-duty Glock users I know (self included) bother to take their slides apart until after they've run a good 1,500 rounds through the gun. I'm OCD; and I only take my slides apart every 1,200 rounds, or so.

At risk of, 'stepping on a few toes' I really dislike Rem Oil. It's much too light and penetrating for me to feel comfortable using it inside a self-defense pistol, or with really expensive ammunition. Suggest you use something heavier like Ballistol, or even Break-Free CLP.