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    Talk me Out of a mark 7 (or into one)

    in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment

    Posted

    when I first got the MkVII I think the jam sense worked better. If a primer didn't decap properly and made it to the swage, it would detect the primer being squished. Now, it doesn't seem t do that very often. Thankfully the primer sense works and tells me if one doesn't get punched out.

    slavex,

    Did the sensitivity change after a software upgrade or has it degraded over time with use?

    Thx,

    M

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    Deciding on a reloading press

    in 9mm/38 Caliber

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    Someone mentioned earlier the heavier LNL sub-plate would lead to more accurate rifle rounds and while that may be true, the nature of the die bushings more than negates any benefit from a stiffer base.

    I'm really not sure what you mean by "the nature of those die bushings".

    Primarily vertical play in the bushings leading to inconsistent COLs.

    The fix is/was shim brass washers under the bushings to lock them to the press. A workable solution, but one more thing to keep track of during caliber changes.

    On the flip side, it sure was easier to drain the powder measure; just twist, lift and dump.

    M

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    Deciding on a reloading press

    in 9mm/38 Caliber

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    I just replaced two LNL's with a Mk7 driven 1050. While the LNL's can be made to run well, you will be producing better ammunition faster on a 650. Running a 1050 is no more complicated if you can afford the upfront cost and i really like the priming system and mechanics.

    I used to think the Hornady powder drop was the holy grail, but oddly enough was able to dial the Dillon drop in faster and have found it to be more consistent with the two powders I've tried so far (VV N320 & CFE Pistol).

    Priming on the downstroke is nice, however I hated the LNL's priming with a passion. I tweaked, polished, relieved and shimmed, but never could really ever get it to work consistently for more than a few hundred rounds. The retainer for the primer actuating rod was the only part that ever broke on the press as well.

    Someone mentioned earlier the heavier LNL sub-plate would lead to more accurate rifle rounds and while that may be true, the nature of the die bushings more than negates any benefit from a stiffer base. That having been said, I've loaded some pretty darn accurate rifle loads on those presses.

    Come to think of it, I am sounding really down on the LNL's, which isn't the case. They are great presses and I loved mine once they were running... I just think I love Dillon more now!

    I'll close with one last minor observation: noise. I was struck with how much quieter and smoother the Dillon case feeder was over the Hornady. I mean really, they basically look the same, but there is a vast difference in quality. And bullet feeders? Get a Mr. Bullet Feeder, You literary have to wear hearing protection with the Hornady.

    Good luck and hope the info helps.

    M

    Talk me Out of a mark 7 (or into one)

    in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment

    Posted

    The FFB plates aren't cheap, but they definitely have tighter tolerances. They just feel more substantial.

    Follow the instructions on their website though - they are buried on the actual product page and if you purchase from Mk7 or put them in your cart from the summary page you will miss them. I sure did!.

    You'll need a 0.015" to 0.020" feeler gauge. They don't get cranked down the same way Dillon's original plate does.

    Smooth as butter once set and no slop.

    The Level 10 guide rod came in yesterday. Super fast shipping and the machining is excellent. On my death bed yesterday and didn't get a chance to install it, but hopefully tonight.

    M

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    Talk me Out of a mark 7 (or into one)

    in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment

    Posted · Edited by Want2BS8ed

    Wow, sorry to hear and a bit surprised. It's not what I experienced. Mk7 was pretty quick to jump on a solution and paid the overnight freight in my case.

    Not that it helps, or that I'm defending Mk7, but it appears they are building these in batches - hence folks waiting 5 weeks while others get theirs in 2, etc. Have to wonder if they just don't have the motor in hand to send.

    No matter though, stuff happens, but communication is key and you should be kept up to date every step of the way.

    Again, really sorry your having problems.

    M

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    Talk me Out of a mark 7 (or into one)

    in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment

    Posted

    Thanks for the heads-up!

    Must be new. I purchased my shell plate bearing kit and their bin support bracket a few weeks ago (both nice pieces and fast shipping).

    I've ordered one, but I'll play around this weekend. Will be interesting to see how the Mark 7 runs without the spring assist.

    Thanks for putting my concerns to rest and for the link.

    Mike

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    Talk me Out of a mark 7 (or into one)

    in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment

    Posted

    ...is that little wiggle in the tool head at the top of the stroke normal? I've tried loosening the bolt, cycling a couple of times and tightening with the tool head down as Dillon recommends, but haven't been able to eliminate it entirely.

    Had the 1050 running buttery smooth before mounting it on the Mark 7, but knocked something out of whack, because it is anything but smooth now.

    Talk me Out of a mark 7 (or into one)

    in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment

    Posted

    ]I've been trying to sell mine as well. You sell locally?

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    Kinda. Found a dealer on Virginia Gun Trader that buys and resells used presses. He drove two hours this morning to come pick them up. Decent guy to boot.

    Both were exceptionally clean - I deprime and wet process my brass, so these had never seen a dirty case.

    I got a fair price. He'll be able to make some money as well and somebody is going to get a helluva deal on two presses that have been tweaked and run like tops. Good for everyone all around!

    Also cleared up some much needed space on the bench for the Mark 7!

    M

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    Talk me Out of a mark 7 (or into one)

    in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment

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    Talk to me when you have your machines reliably LOADING (not just brass processing) at 2400 RPH.

    Exactly...

    I don't see how it could be done. You couldn't get powder into the drop or case fast enough. Even if you did you would be slinging it all over. The shell plate is moving rather smartly at that speed.

    I guess the upper or lower dwell time could be extended to give the powder measure time to work, but at that point you have reduced the overall output and are just beating the machine up in between rounds.

    All of that having been said; it's still pretty impressive to watch this thing whipping out 9mm cases (even without primers, powder or bullets) faster than you could crank it by hand!

    M

    Talk me Out of a mark 7 (or into one)

    in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment

    Posted

    so... any of you folks that received your Mark VII's today get them running?

    Little hiccup on the bullet feeder, but that should be here tomorrow.

    Somewhat surprised the pro upgrade requires a bit more assembly (swapping out the drive sprockets), but fortunately I had the tools (i.e. a gear puller) to do it right, but no joy in the end... no USB connection. Somewhere along the line the tablet, controller and motor are not playing with one another. :-(

    M

    Talk me Out of a mark 7 (or into one)

    in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment

    Posted

    Hmmm... ordered 3/12. Supposed to go out this week, but no shipping info yet, hence the question.

    Sounds as if we were similarly spec' d, but I asked about subbing the GSI feeder a couple of weeks ago. Supposed to make a game day decision on the GSI or MBF, but apparently GSI has gone radio silent.

    Have had the press up and running for a couple of weeks now - after keeping two LNL's running for the past several years the 1050 is like going from a Camry to an M4! It just works. Color me blue, I am a convert.

    ...and yes, waiting sucks. Especially when you have forked out that much scratch in advance!

    Mike

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