Nghthwk1911 Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 Hello all, So I have a "Old" 550, you know no zerts in it, no B stamped on it. What I am experiencing it a "sticking", or "freezing" of the action while returning the handle to the up position before seating the primer. I have taken the press apart, cleaned all the parts, lubed and reassembled it. This has not resolved the issue. Has anyone had this issue, and if so how did you fix this. Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classic_jon Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 I would say to call Dillon directly and ask them. I can think of several things off the top of my head it could be from the cam being damaged/bent, something out of spec, a bearing going bad... just much easier to call the manufacturer direct as that is what they do and have probably seen it before. They may have you ship it to them and they will rebuild it if necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuildSF4 Posted February 21, 2013 Share Posted February 21, 2013 Also make sure your shellplate is not tightened down too much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reinz Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Definitely a phone call is in order. I wonder though, as old as your machine is, if it hasn't been rebuilt yet, maybe it is time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
james5m Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Are you talking about after you lower the handle(ram up) anf then start the up stroke of the handle? What it sounds like is the powder funnel sticking in the case. New brass? Brass cleaned with chemicals? If thats whats happending. Take the funnel out, chuck it in a drill and polish it with 1000 grit wet/dry paper. Worked for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kd8x Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 could it be hanging up on the primer feed?? I had to adjust the feed to get it to line up perfectly with the hole.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppa Bear Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 I also do not have zerks. I injected grease using a needle into the holes on the crank. I also injected some grease into all other lubrication holes I could find. Have had no issues with the machine sticking since I did that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 Kevin, do you lube your cases ? That might help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryP Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 Try loosening the Primer Housing Screws (2 going up into the Primer Housing/Shield), they may be to tight. The primer Housing/Sheild and the Bearing(teflon coated) dont have enough room for the Primer Slide to move freely. If that doesnt work...call Dillion at 1800 223-4570. They are the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishpinoy27 Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 sometimes the old primer catcher (that aluminum that open and closes) get stuck... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rotorwrench Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Star by running it up and down with out anything on the shell plate and see if you get it to "Stick". If that goes ok, Load One round through each station and determine where you're hanging up. Once you've isolated which station it, Adjust that die and try it again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now