Hit Factor Shellplate bearing kit for 550

[00MGN]

I have a couple of 550's and would like to hear opinions on the Hit Factor Shell plate bearing kit. Is this a waste of money or does this help with indexing and not over tightening the shell plates? Before I order two I want users input.

[George16]

It actually worked for my 550 but don’t like it with the 650 since I need to bend the ejector wire to prevent snagging of the loaded rounds. 

[MG08]

I found the oiled bronze bushing worked better in my loaders than  the bearing kits. Just my perception.  I have 5 -550s and 3 -650s, so it is a big deal for me.  I will point out that the oiled bronze washer / bushing is available at ACE hardware in the cool little parts boxes department for like a buck fifty each.  cheap test if you want to try it.

 

Brian