Well I finally did it. Yesterday I pulled the trigger on a new 2017 Polaris General White Lightning edition. Been looking at the ride command version for a couple months now and when I finally decided to buy they could not get one in and quite possibly wouldn't until beginning of next year as they are getting ready for model year swap over.

Talked to the sales guy and manager and they made me a deal on this one. Took a few days to think about it and decided I didn't need all the bells and whistles of the ride command so I saved a few thousand and got the white lightning.

Power steering is a nice feature for sure. The 100hp 1000cc motor has more power than I would have imagined. Had it up to 65mph yesterday and still has some pedal left. That's enough of that until the break in period is over.

Had an audioformz top put on it at the dealer. Has radio, 4 speakers, Led dome light, 5 forward facing flush mount 10watt leds (these will probably get swapped for 40watters or a light bar), and one rear facing 10w led. There is still room to add more lights, speakers etc. I have a gun scabbard mount, a fold down windshield, a bed extender, and factory RZR led headlights coming for it that should arrive next week sometime.

I will post some pics once the phone charges a bit. Seems to not last these days.

Objective information, (Score 0-5)
Manufacturer: Springfield Armory
Model Number, Name: XDS
Caliber: .45ACP
Type weapon: Pistol
Action: Semi
Material Weapon is made of: 5 (polymer frame, stainless slide)
Magazine capacity: 5. (5, 6, or 7 (comes with 5&6, part of current promotion they sent another 5 and a 7 rounder))
Barrel Length: 5 (3.3" making it nice for concealment)
Rifling info if applicable: 1:16 twist
Type sights: 4 (3 dot with front being fiber optic. Comes with more to swap colors)
Trigger pull: 4 (smooth just a little long)
Trigger Reset: 4
Type Safety: 5 (grip safety as well as trigger safety similar to glock)
Safety Features: 5 (Chamber loaded indicator, grip safety, trigger safety)
Weight: 5 (21.5oz empty)
Ergonomics/furniture: 5
Integral Rail System? 3 (yes but not sure what will fit on it)
How many rounds did you shoot? 30
What ammunition did you test with? Winchester white box 230gr fmj
Weather conditions for test: sunny, windy, 65ish
Accessories that comes with the weapon as sold new: holster, magazine holster, 5 & 6 round mags, 2 backstraps, lock.
Is there a palm swell or other part customizable like the latest gen Glocks or M&P's:Your hand size: interchangeable backstraps
Stock information: (NS)

Subjective observations:(Score 0-10)
Handling, how does it fit and feel: 9 (need to try out second backstraps)
Experience any malfunctions? 10 (none)If so explain.
Ease of loading/reloading: 10
How did the various controls such as slide release or magazine release operate? 10 easy to operate both slide release and mag release
Did the weapon get dirty during the test, and if so any effect? No
Comment about the sights: easy to see fiber optic front
Ease of field stripping and cleaning weapon: 10
What other weapon does it compare to such as M&P shield vs Glock 43? Shield as I have both and compared side by side. Size is almost the exact same
What type holster did you use? Paddle holster provided with XDS
Anything you may have noticed such as "Big muzzle flash" or "very loud" or other observations? Loud
Talk about the accuracy: slightly low but may be due to my grip with the current backstrap will switch and try again. Will post up results when done
Do you feel the weapon is reliable? Yes
Does it have any shortcomings you can detect? None so far
Your overall feelings about the weapon. Love it so far.
A one liner. You get to decide. Go or No-Go. You call it. the gun gets a score of 55 but jammed, then you can call it a No-Go.

Objective Score:_____50_provided I put numbers in all the right places

Subjective Score:____47__ provided I put numbers in all the right places

Go or No-Go:_____GO____

Comments:

Not going to be much of a build thread here at the beginning due to time and idea constraints but we'll give it a go...

Today's task was to install the cabin filter kit I picked up at the local NAPA.

Filter and supplied screw and trap door



First step is to remove the plastic shroud that covers all the under dash pieces on the passenger side you can the the indentation running front to back that will be cut out to allow for the filter install as well as the pre-molded screw mount

Long time follower of the threads and figured it was time to start doing some.

Really enjoying reading and seeing the progress of the builds of both the trucks and the relationships with God. I have on many occasions felt like the talks you guys have here and stories and knowledge have helped me strengthen my on walk with Christ.

Keep up the good work and God bless y'all

Cory