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Glad to hear this worked out for you!
Sounds like Bill Larsen needs added to the Saved Contacts list!
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Everyone:
I just received the email!
QuoteSHIPPING DEPARTMENT of DILLON PRECISION PRODUCTS INC sent BEN ####### 1 FedEx Home Delivery package(s). The delivery date may be updated when FedEx receives the package.This shipment is scheduled to be sent on 04/29/2020.
Their estimated delivery date is 05/05/2020 which will be 14 weeks and one day since I ordered (9mm) direct from Dillon Precision!
What an ordeal!
Thanks everyone for all your positive feedback!
HR
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5 hours ago, fastglass1985 said:
My little setup
Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkFast:
Great looking setup. And yes, I have investigated the Endoscope option. Right now I already have a 7" color monitor and an extra back-up camera; so once i have it set up I'm going to experiment with that and see how it works. I also have a nice Endoscope setup save on Amazon.
Thanks for sharing your setup!
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I see some users are doing just fine using the 1050/1100 existing expansion die and universal powder die. And from my current inexperience, I'm wondering if different types of bullets may change the requirements? IOW, fmj/jhp vs cast lead which are usually a bit larger diameter.........
I decided to look on the MBF website for specific install instructions related to the MBF powder funnel, and found this in the Setup Manual:
Installing and Adjusting the Powder Funnel
Your Mr.Bulletfeeder® is supplied with a newly designed and improved powder funnel. The powder funnel is a very important
component of a bullet feeder of any kind, as it prepares the brass correctly so that the bullet can be seated in the case, and not
tip over as you index the shell plate. To achieve this, we have redesigned the powder funnel to allow for just the right amount
of expansion, without over flaring or stressing your brass.On the website under the Setup/FAQ, it states this:
Q: Is it necessary to use the powder funnel/expander that came with the system?
A: We recommend installing the new powder funnel/expander (for handgun calibers) on your press. It has been machined with a modified profile that improves bullet tamping performance while requiring a minimum of case flaring. A properly tamped bullet will not fall from the case mouth when the press is indexed. As you become accustomed to reloading with the new bulletfeeder, your reloading rate will naturally increase. The higher reloading rate will cause poorly tamped bullets to fall off of the cases during indexing. That being said, if your existing press setup prepares the cases well enough to hold the bullets in place while indexing, use of the new style funnel/expander is optional.So, it looks as though there's always the option that if your current setup is working, then no need to switch. Based on my 6+ years of using the MBF funnel in an XL650, I can only say "for now" that I definitely look forward to that same bullet stability the MBF provided while using the RL1100!
I appreciate the info that ddc shared above:
For me the expander function of the swage die does not provide enough of a flare/expansion/whatever you want to call it/? to allow reliable dropping of a bullet from a bullet feeder.
I had to install my MBF funnel into the 1100 powder measure to get bullet feeder functionality equivalent to what I had on the 650.
The swage/expander die does do enough expanding such that I can place a bullet by hand although it is a bit tippy.
For me it was not quite enough to use with the bullet feeder.And think I'll be able to test a JHP or Coated Lead bullet's stability after it comes out of the swage/expander die and directly compare it to a case after it's went through the MBF funnel.
Thanks to everyone that's replied! Truly appreciated!
HR
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2 hours ago, louu said:
Really wish I'd have known this stuff a couple of years ago. I did the EGW kit on my range officer and it's pretty much the same as stock, maybe a touch lighter. My STI is easily less than half of it.
There's only 1 gunsmith shop here in South Jersey, I think it's called winters or something, I talked to him once on the phone and he was a total miserable POS.
louu:
A really trusted name in the business told me to always check the "residual resistance" in a set/kit prior to replacing. This is easy to do: leaving the Grip Safety AND Sear Spring out of the pistol, cock the hammer and engage the sear with a small punch/etc., hold the gun on its side or upside down, and push the disconnector up so it will engage the sear. Now measure the pull weight to release. If the current parts are in a 6 to 12 oz average for this pull weight, then you'll be able to gain that preferred weight by simply working with the sear spring. Just remember you'll have that "residual resistance" amount to add into your final desired pull weight. And I have been taught to never have less than 16oz on the disconnector leaf of the SS.
HTHs
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19 minutes ago, fastglass1985 said:
+1 on using the MBF powder funnel on 9mm on the 1100.2000 rounds loaded with 0 problems.
fast: That's awesome!
Are you still using the Station #3 neck expander as installed from the factory?
Thanks!
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15 minutes ago, OptimiStick said:
.40 . Yes, direct from Dillon.
Thank you, and CONGRATULATIONS on the new press!
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1 hour ago, ddc said:
Hogrider,
I also am moving to an 1100 from a 650 where I had the MBF funnel installed in the powder measure.
I polish my MBF funnels and although stickiness is an occasional problem it hasn't been a show stopper.
For what its worth I only load 9mm.
For me the expander function of the swage die does not provide enough of a flare/expansion/whatever you want to call it/? to allow reliable dropping of a bullet from a bullet feeder.
I had to install my MBF funnel into the 1100 powder measure to get bullet feeder functionality equivalent to what I had on the 650.
The swage/expander die does do enough expanding such that I can place a bullet by hand although it is a bit tippy.
For me it was not quite enough to use with the bullet feeder.
Good luck, you are going to love the press. I really like my 650 but I really, really like my 1100.
ddc:
GREAT to hear from someone that has also enjoyed the results of the MBF powder funnel loading 9mm! I'm sure my unfamiliarity with the swage/expander die is causing a lot of my confusion; but having only reloaded 38S, .40, .45acp, and 9mm I'm still not understanding the benefit of using the expander at #3 then "belling" the mouth at #5!
Several years ago, when I first received the MBF funnel and had put it to use, I posted here at the Forum about how the MBF had eliminated the issue of shaving coated lead bullets and how stable the bullet was coming around to the seating die. On the XL650. Here in "red" is the type of flare/expansion I'm after whether it's coated lead, fmj, or jhp bullets:
This type of expansion created a very stable place for the bullet prior to seating; and I never had an issue with slanted/crooked seating.
At this point, I know that kind of expansion/flare is not possible with using the "universal powder activator" on the RL1100:
Again, THANK YOU for jumping in and giving me the confidence to know I can still use the MBF funnel with the 1100!
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1 hour ago, HIREDgun45 said:
The SV safeties are a bit different than most other brands, yhey have a 'Hammer Stop Pad' that you highlighted in red. On SV's site they have some fitting instructions: https://www.sviguns.com/Optifit.php
Looks like an excellent set of instructions!
Perform all safety tests.
The purpose of these instructions iInfinity OptiFit® - Thumb Safety Gunsmith Fitting * Installation Instructionss not to educate an inexperienced person on the proper fitting and testing of all aspects of safety installation. Installation and testing should only be performed by a trained and experienced professional. -
30 minutes ago, OptimiStick said:
Wow. My RL1100 showed up today. I ordered it on the 16th. Was told 8 weeks. Fedex dropped it off today. Not even 2 weeks.
Maybe the guy mispoke and meant 8 days, and they were a day late?
Mind me asking what caliber?
Direct from Dillon?
Thanks!
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8 hours ago, currahee1911 said:
okay, such as?
Here:
https://www.bunkerarms.com/product-page/bunker-arms-match-ignition-set
or here:
https://www.egwguns.com/egw-ignition-kit-w-lightened-hammer-blue
or here:
http://www.1911store.com/tunedtriggergroupbcg-proseries.aspx
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Having started on an XL650 many years ago, and still using an XL650 through last year, I ordered an RL1100 in January and it should arrive in a week to 10 days. Of course I'm very excited to move up to the S1050/RL1100 platform!
Have dl'd the RL Manual, and am trying to lay out a game-plan for learning the platform and getting started on 9mm; plus I've searched and read a ton of threads here on the Forum.
Several years ago I got introduced to the huge benefits of using the MBF powder die in my XL 650 powder measure. Extremely beneficial in bullet stability; FMJ and Coated alike. So after selling my XL650, I kept the extra UniqueTek micrometer modified powder measure along with my MBF powder dies. (9mm and .45acp)
So now, I'm seeing the 1050/1100 platform performs "Primer Pocket Swaging AND Case Neck Expanding" at station #3, then "Powder Dispensing and CASE BELLING" at Station #5 using an "Universal Pistol Powder Activator" (powder Funnel). Page 35 of the Dillon Manual gives a side by side comparison of the "standard" Dillon Pistol Powder Funnel next to the RL1100 Pistol Powder Activator.
Of course, I understand the value of the primer pocket swager; but I'm not sure of the benefits of the "case neck expander".......and will this step prevent me from using a MBF powder funnel under the powder measure in place of the 1100's universal powder activator?
While studying the standard Dillon powder funnel, which appears to be the same (for pistol) as what I've used with the XL650, and comparing it to the 1100 funnel, I'm wondering if the standard (XL650) funnel was expanding the neck AND flaring/belling the mouth in one station; and now the RL1100 is doing it at two, different stations? (#3 and #5)
If I sound confused, then forgive my ignorance........but I sure would like to hear from some seasoned S1050 users as to the benefits of these two functions being done at two different stations!! And can I indeed use the MBF powder funnel at Station #5 as I had always done with the XL650? (Powder drop station).
Thanks!!!!!!!!!!
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I'm sure tmz would give some first hand knowledge of why he's running Dillon PM's on both Mark7s..............
https://forums.brianenos.com/topic/284657-sitting-around-having-a-beer-then-it-all-came-to-me/
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GDIS46:
If your a FaceBook user, I've seen a LOT of older parts come up for sale.............
Post here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DillonTrader/?ref=bookmarks
And here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DillonReloaders/
HTHs!!
PS: I've talked to SEVERAL different CS Reps at Dillon concerning a press I've had ordered for 13 weeks, and I have to say it's very easy to get conflicting information as many employees are working remotely (from home?). Last call I made yesterday was actually someone still working out of the shop.........
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On 4/23/2020 at 8:37 PM, muncie21 said:
I have an older SVI 2011 that I installed the SV single sided-wide safety on and really enjoyed the angle and feel.
Sooo... I says to myself, why not buy one to install on my Limited STI . It only took about 5 seconds to figure out that something was wrong after I installed it. Trigger didn't feel right and the hammer would only drop to half-cock. When I compared the STI safety to the SVI one, I noticed major differences in the action/contour.
So my question for the group- Is this an issue of minor fitting? Or are SV safeties not designed to fit into STI frames and I'm basically screwed?
I feel confident the SVI safety is like most other premium safeties as they are a bit over-sized and require experienced fitting; usually by a qualified gunsmith. Remember, this is your primary safety and must pass all safety function tests!
If your determined to try fitting this yourself, then this .pdf contains some excellent instructional information!
https://shop.harrisoncustom.com/images/uploaded/pdf/Extreme Service Thumb Safety_June 2016.pdf
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9 hours ago, OptimiStick said:
Yeah, I ordered my RL1100 in 40 a few weeks ago. Was told 8 weeks. I asked if it was the same for all calibers, he said no - that .40 was on the short list. .223 was much longer wait.
I decided to do an RL1100 in .40 instead of a caliber change for my Revolution Pro. I'll leave it set up for 9mm, which is the bulk of what I do. Then move the 550 and 650 to .45 and 223
Op:
I talked to another Sales Rep at Dillon today trying to get a "feel" as to when it will ship...........told me to call back next Wednesday. He feels I'll have the press in hand within 10 days.......of course, I'm not holding my breath!
I did press him about delays in the 9mm machines as I had heard/read that it was due to unavailability of 9mm dies. Well, he strongly stated that they were waiting on the CARBIDE INSERTS for the 9mm dies that come from California; and that they press them into the die bodies right there at Dillon. Also said they were waiting on Case Feeders; but expected them about the same time as the carbide inserts. Normal shipments were usually around 1k pieces of the carbide; but right now they were lucky to get 100 at a time.
The really sad part is he stated that .223 orders were at a total standstill as the CARBIDE INSERTS for those dies come from the country of Israel, and that country is in a total shut down and manufacturing NOTHING!
Also re--affirmed that receiving an RL1100 without the dies was not an option from Dillon. They had to be assembled, setup, and tested in the caliber of choice before it would leave.
What really rubs me the wrong way is the RL1100 ordering page still states this:
Please note: Due to overwhelming demand, machine orders are currently taking six to eight weeks to ship. We are shipping daily, and backorders are being shipped in order of placement.
I wonder how Mike Dillon would have handled this situation.............I'm sure he's greatly missed!
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4 minutes ago, kamber said:
I got it in a few days ago, but won't be setup to use it until mid summer when their new primer collator ships unfortunately. =\
Gotcha.........I remember you pointing that out earlier.........
Good luck!
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12 hours ago, kamber said:
Congrats @HOGRIDER, I'm sure you're going to love it. Enjoy cranking 'em out!
Thanks kamber!
I'm also looking forward to your reviews of the Mk7!
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9 minutes ago, Dirtchevy841 said:
Good choice. You gonna love it and also saving the extra money for other goodies. I am really impressed with it. I did have done shall parts missing like other members mentioned. Parts I was missing were 2 located pins and 1 blue tab. Also was missing the eye hold bolt that holds the return rod for measure. Dillon sent the parts right out and I thought it would take 7-10 days maybe like the rep said but when I got it in 3 days in bold marker on top of invoice it had rush order priority press parts missing on a new rl 1100. I am very glad I stuck with Dillon. Maybe in the future I’ll give m7 a shot but got my needs this press is by far better than my 1050. Good deal Hog. Let us know what you think.
Dirt:
Sure appreciate the words of encouragement................and I hope there's not a lot missing when the press arrives. But I'll have some flexibility to give Dillon a reasonable opportunity to make things right. This sure has been a stressful 12+ weeks of waiting on this thing. FWIW, I did see one guy post on FB that he had been waiting since December! So things can always be worse!
Yea, I'm still liking that M7 Evo and hope to see Lyman take this bull by the horns and really promote it!
Will definitely take time to offer some feedback once I'm up and running. I definitely plan on knowing this RL1100 inside and out before I get totally settled in.......
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Just wanted to chime in with an update................
I had seriously been researching and reading/watching everything I could on the Mark 7 Evo since I was so aggravated with this unexplainable delay in getting the RL1100. And trust me, I can appreciate the precision parts that make up the M7 Evo plus I really like the option of having 10 stations! I understand how CNC machined parts just naturally cost more than other, non precision machined parts. I learned a lot, during my 3 hour tour of STI Guns last fall, about the investment costs of 3 and 5 axis CNC machines. But they are a sight to behold just watching how this procedure takes place............
Anyhow, today I received my email from Dillon saying "We're almost ready to ship yours. Please phone us with your credit card number. Due to the high volume of calls, we are unable to call out to customers." After being the 14th caller in que, I thought I might as well stay with it as I had seen other callers here getting 30+ callers in que. Finally got connected to "Bob" who was very nice and let me know he was working from a remote location (home?) and felt like the order was ready to be sent out very soon. He was very cordial, and felt like the big delay in shipping the RL1100 had been due to "several" parts suppliers either shutting down for the COVID 19 epidemic; or simply could not keep up with the enormous demand and decided to drop out. He said the CS Representatives had literally been bombarded with upset customers wanting to know where their RL1100 was! And the crew that was doing the assembling and setup/testing of the RL1100s were under so much pressure, that a friendly joke about "whats the hold up" would be met with extremely harsh responses! I did appreciate his willingness to try and help me understand the situation they had been dealing with..............
I just want to say that my previous experience of dealing with Dillon Precision since the 1980s undoubtedly won over and convinced me that completing this purchase was the right thing to do.
Thanks to everyone that chimed in, and I look forward to gaining some experience with my first "commercial grade" press.
Regards,
HR
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5 hours ago, mikamarj said:
Stand is easily made from 1" square tube, just need to drill a couple of holes.
Instead of clear tubing I 3D-printed an adapter for the Mark7 spring-thingy.
Awesome!
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1 hour ago, DJRyan13 said:
Looks like he is using the old springs to make sure it retracts back. At this angle, you can’t see if he added the safety.
I bought an old SDB press which had the springs. I think that was standard at one time.
Yea, tmz confirmed in another thread............
The powder measure did not take any additional work I do not use the return bar or maybe they call it the safety bar I’ve always used a double spring on all the Dillon loaders I’ve owned throughout the years I’ve never had any issues with this set up.My concern is where is the Pistol Powder Funnel located on the Mark 7 he uses?........
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11 minutes ago, mayassa said:
How did you use a dillon powder station on this press? Would you please take a few pictures? Thanks
Same here!
And tmz, are you able to use the MBF expander under the Dillon powder measure like a Dillon press would do? Or does the Mark 7 have a separate station for expanding the mouth of pistol cases? I'm 100% committed to using the MBF expander insert for my pistol reloading!
thanks!
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On 4/16/2020 at 4:33 PM, kamber said:
He now sells an alternative design, which utilizes two bullet drop holes; one that drops bullets in the correct orientation down to your press like a traditional bullet feeder would, and another that drops incorrectly oriented bullets into a tray that you will have to manually put back into the bullet feeder for another go-around.
chgo:
While $200 is a substantial savings, I'm just wondering if the aggravation of dealing with "two" bullet drop holes is worth it?
Switching from XL650 to RL1100
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I've been thinking the same thing as I plan on using the MBF powder funnel when the RL1100 arrives, and don't want issues with expansion in Station 3 and Station 5.........
Wonder if this would work?
http://fastandfriendlybrass.com/shop/item.aspx/ffb-swage-rod-backer-for-dillon-1050-large/62/