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I had three of the old style. A quick call to Dillon and they sent me a parts kit to change the old style black bar slide activators to the new style with the failsafe. I was skeptical, but I fall into the camp of I now like the new style better.
What started this was I purchased a new SQD B for 9mm and noticed the slight difference in the powder measure setup and the fail safe. To myself, hum, I think I like this, hence a call to Dillon about the 550s.
You just can't beat Dillon's customer service!
I also took this opportunity to clean my measures and re-apply graphite to the moving parts. Slick and Smooth.
So Dillon upgraded your powder measure no questions asked? I am surprised but in a way not based on all the reviews of their great customer service.
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Powder Valley is your neighbor nice no shipping for components.
Yes they are and I am extremely pleased about that. Too bad I can't afford to buy any supplies but in time it will all be mine.
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Yea I have been through there many times. I am up in KC area. Wichita seems to be very gun friendly, many people selling equipment there.
Very cool! Have to possibly meet up some time. I don't have many friends in Wichita.
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Brian F. What do the springs around the Powder measure do?
I honestly couldn't tell you. I am new to this and bought my press used and that is the powder measure that came with it. From what I have read, this is the old return fail safe system. The springs are what return the powder bar slide home. I am sure someone will correct me if my research is wrong. Where in Kansas are you? I live in Derby (Wichita).
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Wow! I thought this was something totally different when I read the title. I like my Dillon but we're just friends.
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Does your assembly look like mine?
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That is how it is installed now.
Sorry, it just looked wrong in the 2nd photo.
This is not something to worry about. Actually, the black ones are easier to remove when you want to dump the powder. Some prefer them.
Enjoy!
You're right, in the picture I took it was on top. I changed it before you made your post. Until I get some supplies, I am stuck with where I am at.
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I understand what you are saying. My terminology is still in the works. Looking at my picture, do I need to replace the black piece to fit into the bracket coming off the plate? Otherwise, I am set up. Just have to look at why my primer slide is binding slightly. The joy of buying used has it's advantages and disadvantages. Thanks again for the help.
The "new" white ones are a newer design. There is nothing wrong with the older style black ones. The "cup" side is supposed to contact the spring, under the failsafe arm.
If it was me, I would re-install it correctly, and load some ammo.
That is how it is installed now. I guess I just got used to seeing videos with the white one, it made me question the older style. As for loading some ammo, that just isn't happening yet. I am having to put this together little by little. So I bought the largest piece, now I have to get everything else. Tumbler, seperator, scale, etc. Thanks for the suggestion and help.
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It's not supposed to actuate the powder bar. It's just a return rod. The powder bar is moved by a case actuating it. No case, no powder bar activity. The failsafe return bracket just rides up and down the rod. The older models had no return rod and ran fine. The top hat just centers the rod. Your version uses the springs on the powder measure to return the bar. The return rod is a safety feature.
I understand what you are saying. My terminology is still in the works. Looking at my picture, do I need to replace the black piece to fit into the bracket coming off the plate? Otherwise, I am set up. Just have to look at why my primer slide is binding slightly. The joy of buying used has it's advantages and disadvantages. Thanks again for the help.
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I am assuming my problem is my black piece attaching to the plate is broken. I assumed it was a different setup from newer models. Picture should confirm that is my issue
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Ok. Thanks for all of the replies. I am talking about the second picture where I have seen the white piece that attaches to the plate. If I am good I do appreciate the help. I just have to figure out what side I am supposed to attach the bar. Right now when I pull the handle, I doesn't raise the plate.
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Yes it's old.
Ok. Does this style require the white top hat like the newer style powder measures or am I missing how the bar and spring is supposed to be set?
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I hate starting new threads but I wasn't sure if I should put this in the tips and tricks. It is a general question about the type of powder setup I have. Looking at the picture do any of you know if this needs the white top hat type of insert? Also, is this powder measure fairly old since I have seen videos that have a dual setup for the powder measure. Just looking for a little tidbit on my 550. Otherwise, I do have a good start on what I have read and watched. Thanks!
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It was a joke.... Wife suddenly takes an interest in reloading... Check for new shoes...
Nevermind..
I get it now.
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Then an awesome thing happened this weekend: my wife asked me if she could help with my most recent batch of .223! And it turns out she's better at it than I am!
Have you figured out yet why she was feeling guilty? Might want to check your CC statement
I must have not read where she was feeling guilty. Is it in this thread?
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There are two people selling bulk brass in the classified section. Powder Valley Inc. In Kansas had decent prices as well. Mixed brass and manufacture specific.
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It's always easier to ask for forgiveness, than permission.
Well, I just won an auction for a used 550b with 9mm dies. Saved a little bit but its not a huge amount. Now I just have to tell my wife I bought this.
It is my first reloader and it will still be awhile before I start since I have to purchase quite a bit more. But I figure I have to start somewhere and this is a good start. Time to get reading.
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That is my thought process!
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Well, I just won an auction for a used 550b with 9mm dies. Saved a little bit but its not a huge amount. Now I just have to tell my wife I bought this.
It is my first reloader and it will still be awhile before I start since I have to purchase quite a bit more. But I figure I have to start somewhere and this is a good start. Time to get reading.
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CASE FEEDER
I wish there was something for the 550's auto case feed to run 223... Not being able to runny 223 through the 550 case feeder is what is keeping me from buying it..
You must not have seen this thread?
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That is very impressive.
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Do you guys know that each star contestant is paired with a Veteran?
A FAST Team Marine, two SEALs, a Delta Force soldier, a police officer, ... one of them was a sniper with something like 170+ credited kills.
And that the contestants are playing for donations to their favorite first responder? Wounded Warrior, etc.?
My personal opinion is that reality tv is garbage. Being an Air Force member, I applaud the fact they are giving to these great organizations, but for me it doesn't take away the fact that reality tv is staged solely for ratings. If it were truly real, put these people through actual military training. That would be more interesting to see them no longer get pampered from their difficult lives.
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I won't watch it because reality tv is a garbage. It does make a small mockery of our military to think that these "celebrities" can go through however many weeks of potentially choreographed military tactics and understand what it is all like. To each their own but I can't stand any reality tv, so this is a no in my book.
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My plan is to have my wife involved once I buy a press. The reason being is if she sees how it is done and enjoys it, then I am more likely to keep getting stuff to shoot! She is really loving shooting with me so this is all bonus time.
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This definitely was just ok. There was too much packed in to make it all work. Plus it was entirely was to long for leaving so much unsaid.
lol!
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No you are fine without having to put up pictures. I am just surprised they sent you and upgrade parts kit, unless your powder measure was broken? If it was just to upgrade to the newer failsafe system that is impressive!