Struggle with Long Shafts

[shortironsniper]

I have taught myself to play golf over the last 4-5 years starting with nothing but a PW. I developed a very strong short game using a 20$ Lob Wedge as my go to crutch, and have gotten to the point where I can hit to almost any spot up to 160 yards(RAZR X 8 iron) and as I begin to add length I lose consistency. I will hit a high percentage of 7, 6, and 5 irons(razr x) and 3(baffler rail H) and 4(23* no name) straight and high I just never feel confident with anything below my 8 iron, which I could kill maybe 180 yards, but that wouldn't be very efficient. Any mirace tips and tricks for a better long game that worked for someone, an uncle, brother, I could use anything.

[WUTiger]

We know zero about the longer clubs you have, the flex of your club shafts, or anything about your problem trajectories. Doubt that we can help you.

Being that you are self taught, and have an 8-10 HDCP (??) you have made quite a bit of progress on your own. If you are being straight-forward with us , I would you suggest you take a lesson and let a pro find out what you are doing wrong on your longer clubs.

[shortironsniper]

Everything was stock, X-stiff flex. Driver WAS 9.5 Degrees. Always use game improvement irons because I can use the help. We all can. I was fit for a driver and shocked to learn that I should cut 2" off the shaft and use a stiff flex 12.5 loft. I cut the shaft, really noticed a difference not swinging near as hard. thanks for responding. I suppose my question doesn't belong in the excercise and fitness section.