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This isn't a direct answer, but the only non-pass through sizing die that will cure the bulge is the EGW u-die. That's presented as my opinion only.
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From bench to top of feeder it's just shy of 40".
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I must have lucked out for a rare change. I'm only loading ~1k a month on my LNL. To date I've run winchester, federal, cci, tula SPP. I can't afford new brass so all my stuff is from the range.
The only time my priming system fouls up is when crap gets down in around the plunger/shoe area. If it does go to acting up it looks like I will have plenty of resources to pull from.
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I feel like the LNL is a great press, it is the case feeder that sucks. I have yet to use a dillon but I know I have a hell of a time getting my case feeder to be consistent. It throws doubles cases one out of every five no matter how much I adjust it. I hate how they use really cheap metal. I have broken the metal pilot slot for the shell plate twice.
If they made the case feeder better, or maybe in my situation easier to adjust, it really would be the best press. Switching calibers with the case feeder is just not a option. After you finally get it tweaked and you have to take everything apart to do a different caliber is a PIA.
If anyone has some advice, or has theirs running great I would love to hear it.
I must say their customer service is the best I have ever dealt with.
I'd bet there is some improvement that could be made, because mine runs like a top. I haven't experienced the conditions you mentioned once I got it going. In the interest of not highjacking the thread let's trade PM's. Maybe we can get it running.
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Practice in a hallway at home. Focus on a single point and change up the length of your steps.
As JT suggested heel to toe is the "instructed" method. Get your platform and practice. What works for you may not work for most.
I'm 6'5" and realized that if I a chop my steps up into lots of short steps, then my front sight didn't move a tick. The speed with which I move seemed to not matter as much as the physical distance between steps.
Try varying your cadence and distance to see what works.
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Ok, I'll try to go as early as I can next time, thanks guys.
Get there early enough to draw/dry fire a bit, but really that should be taken care of before match day.
When the RO says "load and make ready"....wiggle your toes. If you can't wiggle your toes you are too tense. Say "hold" take a deep breath, wiggle your toes and nod to the RO that you are in fact ready to get it on.
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The subject of "crimp" in 9mm reloading really should be called "removing the bell" the press makes so a new bullet can be seated.YOU REALLY DON'T WANT A CRIMP. "Setback" is when the bullet on a newly reloaded round becomes accidentally seated deeper than you started out with when cycled through the gun. This can be dangerous if the result is a compressed load. You want to avoid this. It can be avoided by using the EGW U-Die, a special die sold by Evolution Gun works for 20$. It sizes the brass case .001 slimmer than a regular die, resulting in a tighter fit between the case and seated bullet. Just get the EGW U-die and not worry about "setback" again. (It will also solve a few other problems you may run into using used brass.) I started out with the U-die so I have had no experiences with bullet setback. The final reloaded round should mic .376 to 0.379 inches at the diameter of the case just before it meets the new bullet. Anything smaller is "crimp" and accuracy and performance could be negatively affected. Anything larger won't passed the case gauge check or barrel check,,, and you should case gauge check EVERY round. Good luck!
What RR said can't be over stated. Get a case gage and check your setback religiously for the first 15-20 rounds, then still check it at random. For plinking ammo you can use your barrel as a gage. For competition/life on the line ammo you have got to use a gage. I have seen lots of ammo that "passed the chamber test" but wouldn't run under the timer.
No amount of setback is an acceptable amount. A properly sized case with a properly seated/crimped bullet shouldn't move at all. If you are running used brass then get a EGW U die and life will be good.
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Trying to find the right holster for my 1911 is driving me crazy.
I have a DOH which works very well but isn't legal.
I have a Safariland that just doesn't release the gun cleanly.
If your draw is slow it comes out smoothly but start to speed up and the holster begins to twist outward at the muzzle and the gun hangs.
I have a Bladetech that has a molded indetion that recesses into the trigger guard for retention.
It works, sort of.
Again, nice slow perfect draw and the gun comes out.
However, speed draw and your hand placement better be spot on perfect.
Grip the gun the slightest bit low and the holster cants forward and the gun hangs.
All the holsters have some adjustment for retention, but I can't seem to adjust the problem away.
I could practice my draw til my arm is about to fall off and strive to be absolutely perfect.
That is good advice to anyone, but I'd like to have a holster that is at lease a little bit forgiving.
Maybe what I'm looking for just doesn't exist.
A single stack holster that performs like a limited gun speed rig.
Suggestions?
Tls
I struggled with the same issue. I ordered a DOH bladetech that I flat hated and returned. Which was weird because I have one for my G35 Lim setup and I wouldn't trade it for the world.
For ~$20 cheaper I had a local guy make me a holster and I can't imagine being happier.
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Go to the Droid Market and search for "Shot Timer Pro". It's $9.99, and I don't see a par time feature.
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I searched around, but didn't see what I was looking for.
Anyone have any experience with the Turkish made American Tactical .308 ammo? It's in my price range. I'm curious if the mixed reviews I've seen at the vendor websites are on target or off range?
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Well I ordered Grams mag springs for my G35 Limited setup. I should have known something was odd when there wasn't a place to pick the type of gun the mag was used in.
Anyway.... The package insert says the spring is for an STI/SVI mag up to 145mm. I'm having feeding issues because after the first 2-3 rds come off the rest of rounds bind up, i.e. you can take the mag out and here loose rounds rattling around.
So is this because I need some tuning or because the spring isn't compatible with the mag?
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Just getting started , I'm currently using a Glock 34 in production class , but want to step up to either Limited 10 or Limited class. I was told by my good friend that due to the barrel length (6.00") that I probably couldn't use the Glock 24 . I know there are alot of super fast 1911 style or should I say 2011 style race guns out there but I like Glock for it cost effectiveness , don't really have to break the bank to go shoot and have some reliable fun. So can I use a Glock 24 in USPSA Limited 10 or Limited?
While not legal in Production I think the G24 would be legal in L or L-10. Aren't there 6" 1911's in L or is that just Open? I'm kinda new myself so let's see that the experts say.
Anyway welcome to one of the most addicting habits known to man.
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I dug around but didn't see what I was looking for. Does anyone know if these: http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=147057 are legal in Limited? They don't list specs that would help me determine the overall mag length. Springer Precision has them listed under their USPSA tab, but I'd like to hear any opinions from the board before I order a couple.
Thanks,
Yes, they are 140mm legal.
Beautiful. Thank you much.
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I dug around but didn't see what I was looking for. Does anyone know if these: http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=147057 are legal in Limited? They don't list specs that would help me determine the overall mag length. Springer Precision has them listed under their USPSA tab, but I'd like to hear any opinions from the board before I order a couple.
Thanks,
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I had the same problem with Atlanta Arms minor velocity in my XDm 40. Turns out the problem was the profile of the bullet. It was too flat and steep of an angle. Changed ammo and it runs like a clock now.
I'm rowing the same boat with my XD tact in .40S&W. My loads are:
180gr Rainer TC
COL = 1.125"
I've tried every COL from 1.165" (which is max my mag will hold) to 1.110". The odd part is it's only a problem when the mags are full. If I load 4 rounds they feed fine. I tried brand new out of the box OEM mags and same result.
My brothers Glock runs them like a champ...guess I bought the wrong pistol.
In fact my gun won't run UMC TC 180gr factory ammo reliably.
The XD just hates the TC profile. If your not loading HP or RN then you can pretty much forget it. I try not to think of the money I've thrown down this hole.
I bought some 185gr Precision bullets and have cycled 250 without incident. I'm going to try another 250 and see what happens. But it right now it looks like my XD just won't run TC profile bullets.
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The 12 round mags are new correct? The spring might be too strong and slowing down the slide, load them up and let them sit for a day or two. Have you changed the recoil spring out for a lighter one? What power factor are your reloads? They might be too light for a Tac 40.
Rich
Gun is bone stock except for the sights and some grip tape.
PF = 185ish
One thing I noticed tonight is that the feed lips are a few hundredths longer on the 12rds vs the 10rd. The round is hitting and starting up the feed ramp but the head of the case hasn't cleared the lips yet. On the 10rds by the time the nose has engaged the feed ramp the head of the case as cleared the lips.
I think tomorrow I'm going to sacrifice the POS ProMag I have collecting dust and shorten the feed lips on it so see if there is any change.
Just thought I would throw out an update.
I've tried trimming the feed lips with no improvement.
I've tried altering the COL from 1.165 to 1.110 with no clear winner.
I've tried EGW undersize die
I've tried Lee FCD
The one thing I haven't tried is a different bullet profile. If someone can point me towards RN 180gr I'd love to buy some.
I can't even get this damn thing to run factory UMC 180gr TC ammo reliably.
I sent an email to SA but as you can imagine they were a big fat fing zero for help. What really pisses me off is a buddy I shoot with is a Glock guy, and his Glock ran my reloads like a champ.
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I had the same problem with Atlanta Arms minor velocity in my XDm 40. Turns out the problem was the profile of the bullet. It was too flat and steep of an angle. Changed ammo and it runs like a clock now.
I'm rowing the same boat with my XD tact in .40S&W. My loads are:
180gr Rainer TC
COL = 1.125"
I've tried every COL from 1.165" (which is max my mag will hold) to 1.110". The odd part is it's only a problem when the mags are full. If I load 4 rounds they feed fine. I tried brand new out of the box OEM mags and same result.
My brothers Glock runs them like a champ...guess I bought the wrong pistol.
In fact my gun won't run UMC TC 180gr factory ammo reliably.
The XD just hates the TC profile. If your not loading HP or RN then you can pretty much forget it. I try not to think of the money I've thrown down this hole.
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Will you be shooting reloads or factory ammo? I was going down the same road as you with my XD tact and she refuses to run my reloads. My brothers glock eat though...go figure.
btw..I shoot L-10 with mine just so I don't have to "behind the hip bone" with my mag pouches hehe.
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I gettin pretty psyched. Got my p.o.s rifle sighted in and have been working on sling transitions. I will get some more shotgun and pistol work done during the pro am on saturday. The wristband shell holder I ordered should be here today, I was a little worried if Id be able to carry enuff shell in case there was an empty gun start.
Unless your shooting my Cetme I claim top POS rifle prize, but it's what I've got.
So if someone....not to mention any names was going to show up and use a:
Cetme .308
870 12ga
XD .40
all with irons what class would that be? Non magnified or Tactical? And please no "you need a .45 and then shoot HM"...I know I know, but the wife is already on edge. Now is not the time LOL.
Without the 45 pistol you are in non magnified. We have been light on Heavy metal shooters. The one other guy I know that is shooting HM is planning on shooting an Optic on his rifle. You might be able to convince him that the 40 S&W is OK for HM if he is going to use a scope. Then you both can paly together.
Either way it doesn't really matter. There are no prizes and all the socres get lumped together in the end.
I'm dragging at least 1 HM shooter with me...in fact if his FN doesn't run we may see a Garand in HM.
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I gettin pretty psyched. Got my p.o.s rifle sighted in and have been working on sling transitions. I will get some more shotgun and pistol work done during the pro am on saturday. The wristband shell holder I ordered should be here today, I was a little worried if Id be able to carry enuff shell in case there was an empty gun start.
Unless your shooting my Cetme I claim top POS rifle prize, but it's what I've got.
So if someone....not to mention any names was going to show up and use a:
Cetme .308
870 12ga
XD .40
all with irons what class would that be? Non magnified or Tactical? And please no "you need a .45 and then shoot HM"...I know I know, but the wife is already on edge. Now is not the time LOL.
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Not sure what is going on with those Longshot loads. My current recipe for Major is:
mixed headstamp fired brass
CCI 500 primers
165grn berry plated bullets
7.0 grn of Longshot
COL 1.120"
EGW undersize die
RCBS taper crimp die
Making ~1100fps with spread of ~100fps(probably my powder thrower) out of an bone stock XD Tactical. I actually kind of enjoy the recoil and don't really find it hard to manage at all. But then again I'm still working on getting classified so take my comments with a grain of salt.
So far I've run ~500rds with this setup and I like it, but bout to switch to 180grn bullets.
I'm not about to question your chrono data from the winchester factory ammo, but those vel results sound kind of low. Out of your pistol I would have expected closer to ~1050 and better. But like I said I'm no expert.
I like Longshot because there is absolutely ZERO chance I will double charge a case. That's the primary reason I don't use a Clays type powder. Just my preference, and the fact it makes major at less than the list starting load.
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The 12 round mags are new correct? The spring might be too strong and slowing down the slide, load them up and let them sit for a day or two. Have you changed the recoil spring out for a lighter one? What power factor are your reloads? They might be too light for a Tac 40.
Rich
Gun is bone stock except for the sights and some grip tape.
PF = 185ish
One thing I noticed tonight is that the feed lips are a few hundredths longer on the 12rds vs the 10rd. The round is hitting and starting up the feed ramp but the head of the case hasn't cleared the lips yet. On the 10rds by the time the nose has engaged the feed ramp the head of the case as cleared the lips.
I think tomorrow I'm going to sacrifice the POS ProMag I have collecting dust and shorten the feed lips on it so see if there is any change.
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Here are some pics of the hang ups. Just as a refresher:
mixed headstamp 1x fired brass
sized using EGW U die
165gr TC Berry Plated bullet
crimping to 0.4205" - 0.4210"
COL ~1.125" (floats between 1.123" - 1.126"
Loads feed fine from 10rd mag but wont from the new 12rd mag. 12rd mags have fed every type of factory ammo I've thrown at them.
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The only thing no one seems to have mentioned is, have you tried polishing your feed ramp? I have 3 XD45's and they all had feeding problems until I spent a 1/2 hour and 2 felt pads on a Dremel until I could no longer feel ridges with an Xacto blade point. I now do the same thing to my Glocks.
I spent some time today working on the feed ramp, and then hit the range. I saw no improvement of any kind. The 10rd mags still feed fine, but the 12rd mags just laugh at me.
Hornady full length .40 sizing die
in non-Dillon Reloading Equipment
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Did you buy the adapter and bottle or rig up your own holder for the sized cases? I've thought about trying one myself. Even though what I have is working really well, I always like to tinker.