HOGRIDER
-
Posts
1,815 -
Joined
-
Last visited
Content Type
Forums
Profiles
Events
Store
Posts posted by HOGRIDER
-
-
12 hours ago, clw42 said:
I'm using round nose. I think I figured it out. The plastic tube that feeds into the brass piece came unglued which looks to have been causing the bullets to not drop or like yours, get hung up on the shoulder (if you were referring to the square shoulder in the brass fitting). I'd get five that fed fine, then nothing. As I watched, I noticed that the bullets would stop dropping entirely.
I have a habit of grabbing at that part of the tube when I want to move or remove the die. I must have worked it loose. I epoxied it last night so we'll see if that was the actual problem.
I'm using .356 as well. Looks like the pro die it out of stock at the moment, but I'll definitely keep an eye out for it.
Mark7 is showing in stock at the moment...........
Also Midway shows "one" in stock........
https://www.midwayusa.com/product/2670185085?pid=932546
-
10 hours ago, Boomstick303 said:
Would you happen to have a link for the mount you used for the Tablet?
Hey @Boomstick303! Sorry for taking so long to reply.
I got the idea for my tablet holder on the RL1100 from seeing this:
https://www.markvii-loading.com/tablet-holder-heavy-duty-multi-angle-clamp.html
As you can see, they mostly use RAM products which IMO are the best on the market!
Being familiar with the excellent quality of the RAM products, I ordered several pieces from either
National Products Inc in the state of Washington
GPS City in Las Vegas, NV.
This setup offers a lot of options to suit your needs!
HTHs!
-
I'm still trying to figure out why large Companies like Frankford Arsenal and Lyman/Mark7 did not include such a "safety feature" on either of their comparable presses?
https://www.markvii-loading.com/loading-presses/apex-10r.html
IMO, to put this controversial subject in better light, would be if @dillonposted when and why Dillon Precision decided to add this "safety feature" to the 1050/1100 series!
While we've heard a lot of opinions from those that promote it; and those that despise it. Could there be some history of possibly catastrophic events, by end users, that prompted Dillon's legal team to recommend such a device be added?
Inquiring minds would like to know!
-
15 hours ago, cbrussell said:
I need to listen to both the original and Ultimate Reloader videos again to be sure/understand exactly what was said.
What I heard in the initial FB release starting around 10:45 was:
QuoteEssentially.....a non-serviceable, automated system where it doesn't require maintenance.........
IMO, at this venue it was more than likely a "selling point" to reinforce the need for little to no maintenance by the end user. And I can understand that with regards to say, the Apex10/Evolution series, that like many other machines require applications of grease and/or lightweight oil for proper function.......
Now, back to watch the UR video again............
PS: For those that don't do FB, the same video has just been uploaded to YouTube.............
-
12 hours ago, ddc said:
Obviously many feel differently.
I'm curious... what other press, Dillon (other than the 1050) or manufacturer, has such a device?
Yes, and I'm one of them!!!!!
@Dirty_Jas @ddc has stated, what other press that Dillon or anyone else manufactures (other than the 1050) uses such a device to "protect us from ourselves"?
-
On 1/22/2023 at 1:26 AM, fireman1776 said:
It's not fitted to the barrel but USPSA still considers it a comp. I asked Troy about the macro which uses the same technology and he said it's not CO eligible.
Thanks for the feedback!
-
3 hours ago, cbrussell said:
On the press front:
-
Dillon needs to counter with a 10 station toolhead but I won’t hold my breath.
IMO, that would definitely be a consideration in the right direction. But would they redesign/manufacture a bottom end to support the 10 station toolhead?
-
Dillon needs to counter with a 10 station toolhead but I won’t hold my breath.
-
58 minutes ago, Boomstick303 said:
I did not catch this. Pretty much a deal breaker in my eyes two, unless of course Lymen wants to cover those shipping costs.
I posted in another thread that I had heard Anthony mention during the initial release video(s) done at SHOT, that the lower drive unit was "non-serviceable" with regards to maintenance. Does this also mean it's non-serviceable with regards to a parts failure and replacement/repair? At this point I have no idea.........
But I do feel it's a valid question/concern that many will want answered in the coming weeks.
@cbrussellsorry if I'm causing your OP to go off-topic............
-
1 hour ago, Boomstick303 said:
While I agree, I think these presses are going to be cost prohibitive for most. How many people are reloading the amount of ammo required to make the ROI worth it?
I would Love the new Genesys that $6k price tag is steep. I am not sure I load enough ammo with current primer stock issues for that type of investment. For me that money would be better served in other areas. Curious to how many of those presses they will actually sell in the current economic climate. It could be just a spin off of the Titan, which maybe the Titan has a real market and they have pre orders to justify the R&D. In that case the Genesys makes sense. If primer costs come down significantly and the economy does not melt down, then maybe more could make that investment.
They do look super awesome though. Much better design in many aspects. The three ram system seems way better than the pivot/knuckle system of older designs.
@Boomstick303As always, you make some great points on all this............
As a new Apex10 owner, I'm still not upset that I didn't wait to get in on the Genesys as I wanted an upgrade path that allowed me to start with the machine in manual operation; then once I was totally comfortable with the necessary maintenance and operation, I could go fully automated along with several sensors which I think are worth their weight in gold!
I recently saw where a shooter just purchased a new fully automated Apex 10 with all the sensors and a 9mm die pack. Total cost? $6800! So while this is not an exact comparison with the new Genesys, I do think it will be a definite consideration for those that are comfortable with and running fully automated presses to satisfy their competition/shooting requirements.
At this point, as I asked John Vlieger in another post, I'm wondering if Lyman/Mk7 will allow the end user to work on the new "bottom end" in case of a failure? Will the end user/consumer be able to replace a motor in case of failure? I'm guessing this automation system will use 3 "servo" motors; and just how expensive will these be to replace in case of failure? Will there be a reasonable warranty to show that Mk7 is fully committed to promoting and supporting this new platform?
I truly hope they raise the bar and show other manufacturers just what it takes to get behind the release of products with so much technology and innovation!
BTW: Back in 2008 when the country was going through major changes in leadership, I started purchasing/stockpiling primers/powder/components that would last a LONG TIME! If things start to settle down in the next couple of years, I'll do the same thing again once prices stabilize.
-
15 minutes ago, cbrussell said:
I think all progressive presses should have a 10 station toolhead; 12 would be even better. More flexibility.
Couldn't agree more!!
-
1 hour ago, SSGJohnV said:
I can't speak to either of those questions at the current moment, but I'm going to try to get an answer soon. Don't want to say stuff I'm not sure about!
Thank you John for your reply!
-
13 minutes ago, Zachjet said:
What are you using To take those measurements?
https://reloaderscloud.appspot.com/
-
On 1/19/2023 at 7:49 PM, chopps said:
Well so far the only powder "I" have had any luck with is the aa#2 and it was ok for plinking.
I loaded up some 115,124's and had much better results had to boost my ego . I did try universal clays,aa#5,aa#7, hp-38, n320 and titegroup. I do believe I had just about the same results with #2 and titegroup 10yds 2/3 inch group but I still have allient power pistol/sport pistol to try.
I got 8k of these bullets so I got to shoot them or sell them and don't need 1/2 of what I got.
Thanks guys and I'll keep trying.
@choppsIf your still working with 124 JHPs, this is a test load that I was working up prior to changing platforms........
Don't give up on the N320!
-
6 hours ago, Dfehr401 said:
Has anything changed since '19? I gone 2 seasons with the stock moosh. Im looking for crispy quick trigger.
IMO, it doesn't get any better than this!
Robert will do the complete Competition job or you can buy the parts and DYI.
-
@SSGJohnVJohn:
This is something I posted to Tom Castro on the FB Mark 7 Reloaders Group:
QuoteI heard Anthony mention that the lower drive unit was "non-serviceable" with regards to maintenance. Will the unit be "repairable" by the end user if there's a failure within the drive unit? Could we replace a motor if it failed? BTW, I love the technology and innovation!
Any comments on my questions regarding the "lower unit"?
Also, would the new collated priming system on the Genesys possibly be backwards compatible to the Apex10?
Thanks!
-
6 hours ago, stephenmcrna said:
Anybody familiar with history of mark 7? I’m curious when it will be “safe” to buy the genesys. I’m sure there will be some kinks to work out.
At 8:25 in the video, Spencer mentions Titan availability around end of first Quarter; and Genesys about 60 days later................
Who knows when it will be "safe" to purchase. IMO, after a few have been field tested, we'll definitely get feedback; and hopefully there will be support and warranty for a significant amount of time to prove their goal is complete customer satisfaction!
-
36 minutes ago, Humbo said:
Hi folks,
did anyone try to replace their tablet on a Mark 7 autodrive? They seem to use the cheapest ones around, and I now have 3 Mark 7 tablets that have stopped working. On two of them the USB port failed, on the third the bottom 1/3 of the screen stopped working. I can find superior tablets online for $50, and they wanted to charge me $195 for a replacement directly from Mark 7. They told me that they are proprietary and no other tablet will work, but I find that hard to believe. For that price I want to buy something better that will not fail a bit further down the road.
So I was hoping that someone changed the tablet on one of their Mark 7's and could chime in.
Thanks!
You may want to contact Customer Service, after SHOT Show is over, to see if the new tablets coming with the Titan and Genesys will be backwards compatible. Looks like a much more robust unit............
-
1 minute ago, Boomstick303 said:
This does make reloading a dream.
-
12 minutes ago, Boomstick303 said:
I have not found this to be the case with my Dillon Super 1050. It is super rare to get a primer crushed due to issues with the primer pocket, and I have reloaded all kinds of plenty of crimped military 223 and 9mm brass.
I will say you do have to pay attention to the swager tip. It can become deformed or damaged in a way that will not properly swage.
I have just upgraded the 1050 with an Mark7 Autodrive, so I have yet to put the Mark7 swagger through the paces to know if it holds up and swages as good as the 1050 native swager.
Not saying there is room for improvement just observations that I have not had primer pocket issues with the 1050 swager.
Understand where your coming from. I've mostly head these negative comments from people that process a "ton" of brass. They may even be commercial reloaders.
I have personally went through the aggravation of trying to set up a swage rod that will produce adequate pocket dimensions on heavy crimped 9mm without flexing the shell plate excessively. For me it was a no win battle.
This was one of the reasons I went to pre-processed, same headstamp brass! And I still have the swage in normal operation but set for practically zero shell plate deflection.
Hope the swage sense works well for you! And enjoy the automation!
-
Most press mounted swagers will not displace enough material, to adequately seat a standard primer, in a lot of brass such as Federal NT and much of the military spec brass as there's just too much brass to "move".
Never a concern if using a primer pocket reamer!
And Vincent has stated he will develop/offer the pocket reamers for any other manufacturers that will provide him access to their particular machines.
-
@Orion1 Do a search on the Dillon Ratchet assembly. I feel confident you will find a huge consensus that highly recommends you entirely remove the ratchet assembly!
As @Furrlyrecommended, and speaking from personal experience, it's a true headache and PIA. Primarily there to prevent the press from being short-stroked without completely bringing the toolhead to the bottom of it's travel. This could allow a double charge of powder for a totally inexperienced user...........
Also note this "failsafe" system is not included on any of Dillons other progressive presses (Square Deal, 550/650/750, etc.).............
-
@cbrussell Great idea!
IMO, if we search the Dillon and non-Dillon Reloading Equipment Forums for some of the most discussed problems/issues when reloading, I think "priming issues" would be near or at the top of the list! IMO, with regards to presses that are considered "commercial" grade (1050/1100, MK7, and now FA FX10), one of the most discussed systems is the priming system and the problems/failures that seem to be experienced by almost everyone that uses or has used one. Have even noticed threads where users have returned/sold their press because of apparently unresolvable priming issues!
What I would like to see all the major manufacturers offer, if we are to continue using their equipment in the current configurations, is some sort of primer orientation/confirmation "sensor" that would actually let the operator know if there was indeed an actual primer correctly seated and in the correct orientation.
One thing I look forward to when finally going automated with the Mark 7 auto drive is the option to use the Primer Orientation Sensor!
How great would it be to have a similar design that could be incorporated into the Dillon, Mk7, and FA presses that could activate some sort of audible/visual alarm? Maybe an alarm similar to the ones used on powder checkers and primer magazines?
Wishful thinking, huh?
-
1 hour ago, Bdh821 said:
Seems like USPSA added in some verbiage to basically make it only an open gun.
USPSA definition of compensator
"A device fitted to the muzzle end of a barrel to counter muzzle rise (usually by externally diverting escaping gasses)."
All:
Correct me if I'm wrong, but after looking at the video twice it appears there IS NOT an actual comp fitted to the barrel. Looks like a couple of ports in the top of the slide that could be either aesthetics or something that is actually venting some of the gases coming from the barrel since it has a barrel (3.9") that is shorter than the slide! And I don't see any actual ports in the top of the barrel.
Can't remember seeing this type of application before................
-
28 minutes ago, cbrussell said:
Usually, you get what you pay for; see how the FA holds up over long term. The one thing that still bothers me is the flexing of the FA tool head and its impact on overall cartridge length.
Perhaps my reservation is unfounded as I do not own the FA press.Agree!
I have seen several videos/posts about how the X10 will run just fine once it's set up "correctly". But have not seen anyone discuss/talk about consistent primer seating depths and/or consistent OALs of finished cartridges. Would also like to hear how well the powder measure dispenses with popular powders...........
Hopefully after SHOT they will be hitting distributors warehouses for shipment. I've read that Midway USA has 200 units that will be available shortly.................
https://www.midwayusa.com/reloading-presses-and-accessories/br?cid=23847&Brand=Frankford Arsenal
Disable RL1100 Swaging?
in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment
Posted
In addition to the benefits mentioned by @HesedTech, I found out with the RL1100 that a correctly set up swage and hold down significantly helped to reduce variances in OAL.
Even though I use same headstamp, fully pre-processed brass, I was getting measurable reductions in finished cartridge OAL consistency. IMO, with the swage station being directly across from the seating station, it can have a positive or negative affect on shell plate flex.