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Just got my CZ75 Kadet 22 adapter in the mail today to fit on my recently purchased P-01. I need to file it down slightly to fit on the fram. So, I need to go to Lowes to get a file. Is there any magic to the file I need or do I just get a standard one that will get the job done. This will be my first "filing" experience.
A file takes off too much metal for a novice to use, I would suggest using sandpaper instead. A good metal rated sand paper will work well.
irishbum
03-05-2012, 17:44
Just got my CZ75 Kadet 22 adapter in the mail today to fit on my recently purchased P-01. I need to file it down slightly to fit on the fram. So, I need to go to Lowes to get a file. Is there any magic to the file I need or do I just get a standard one that will get the job done. This will be my first "filing" experience.
Don't know what you paid? But be careful it does not turn into and ugly expensive paper weight! I like the sand paper idea. Slow and easy. Not saying anything against you at all , just sometimes its worth the money to pay someone who knows what they are doing. Good luck and I think pics are required. I love me some CZ even have my CZ shirt on as I type this.
Best of luck to you Sir,
Novocaine
03-05-2012, 18:12
See if they have something like Swiss pattern needle file sets. Good thing to have around.
Actually I think a proper file is a better tool for this job, novice or not.
I'll probably start w/ the sandpaper and if that isn't doing the trick, I'll try the files. I just have to take a little material off the front of the slide. The manual actually shows you what to do. Thanks for the advice!
Novocaine
03-05-2012, 18:49
I've yet to hear of anyone screwing up the Kadet mod. I mean even if you go too far it's not that big of a deal. Better not to, of course. Just don't get overeager and you do need to check for fit often. If you can't find smooth cut file the sand paper will work. Just wrap it around a flat piece of wood or something. Another option is to use the sharpening stone, you might ruin the stone though.
Might wanna tape/protect the area around the tab you’re filing.
HAMMERHEAD
03-05-2012, 19:22
Be absolutely sure you know where you need to file.
My new Kadet kit was very snug where it meets the frame rails, but not tight where the barrel lug fits the frame. I was able to get on the frame, so I did not remove any metal.
220 grit wet/dry sand paper over a block of wood will be plenty aggressive.
Be absolutely sure you know where you need to file.
My new Kadet kit was very snug where it meets the frame rails, but not tight where the barrel lug fits the frame. I was able to get on the frame, so I did not remove any metal.
220 grit wet/dry sand paper over a block of wood will be plenty aggressive.
Yes, it looks like the slide is binding up where it meets the rails towards the front of the slide. I don't think it is going to go on there without some fitting. I might try to oil it up and jam it on there, but I don't want to force it too much.
HAMMERHEAD
03-05-2012, 19:59
Yes, it looks like the slide is binding up where it meets the rails towards the front of the slide. I don't think it is going to go on there without some fitting. I might try to oil it up and jam it on there, but I don't want to force it too much.
No.
Try the 220 sandpaper and go slow. Files can be very aggressive in small areas.
When I picked up my Kadett upper at the gunshop I brought a file with me and spent about five minutes at the counter carefully filing. I think it took a couple of passes with a file and then I switched to a stone.
I find it hard to comprehend there is someone that doesn't own a file, I have a file drawer on my workbench which must contain well over 100 files.
Front of the Kadet slide doesn't move while firing, so it's better to leave it as tight as possible. As long as the back end of it can move freely when it's all together, I wouldn't worry too much about damaging things if you aren't hammering at it.
I don't remember how much filing I did on mine, but it wasn't much. Just take it slow and don't get carried away, and you'll have some outstanding fun with that thing once it's all together.
Front of the Kadet slide doesn't move while firing, so it's better to leave it as tight as possible. As long as the back end of it can move freely when it's all together, I wouldn't worry too much about damaging things if you aren't hammering at it.
I don't remember how much filing I did on mine, but it wasn't much. Just take it slow and don't get carried away, and you'll have some outstanding fun with that thing once it's all together.
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