bgary Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 Just bought a new-to-me used RL-1050, and am *badly* addicted to the KISS feeder I'm currently using on a 650. I set up my KISS knowing that the position of the bullet feeder is stationary relative to the toolhead.... but now, with the 1050 toolhead moving up and down (instead of the shell-plate), I'm wondering if there are any issues I need to be aware of? Is it just a matter of making sure the KISS 'spring-thing' that funnels bullets down into the dropper is long enough to account for the movement? Or are there other adjustments (or mounting considerations) I need to take into account? Thanks in advance! Bruce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PistolPete Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 I moved my K.I.S.S. feeder from my 650 to my super 1050 without any problems. Just make sure you cut the main post or you'll rip the coil feeder out of the hopper. I haven't had any issues with either and it's the best setup ever!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L9X25 Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 As pete stated, the PVC riser pole is shorter on the 1050. You can go to home depot and get another (which would allow you to move the unit back and forth) or you can simply cut yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjbine Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 1050 and KISS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Egan Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 are there other <snip> considerations <snip> I need to take into account?Bruce Yes, you need to watch your wallet / cash / credit card very closely now! (Ok, so I took your words outta context, but someone had to warn ya!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgary Posted April 9, 2008 Author Share Posted April 9, 2008 someone had to warn ya! Too late. They're all empty, now. (Hey, does that mean I'm a victim? ) B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
9x21 Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 Always leave the machine in the "UP STROKE" position. The bullet feed "spring" tends to get stretched out, so it may have to be trimmed sooner or later.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shred Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 I made a little bracket to hold my KISS feeder on the 1050 post.. were I to use it on the 650, I'd make another one for that to ease the swap even more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loves2Shoot Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Congrats Bruce! I love the setup, the only thing I regretted was not doing it sooner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickRak2000 Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Just bought a new-to-me used RL-1050, and am *badly* addicted to the KISS feeder I'm currently using on a 650.I set up my KISS knowing that the position of the bullet feeder is stationary relative to the toolhead.... but now, with the 1050 toolhead moving up and down (instead of the shell-plate), I'm wondering if there are any issues I need to be aware of? Is it just a matter of making sure the KISS 'spring-thing' that funnels bullets down into the dropper is long enough to account for the movement? Or are there other adjustments (or mounting considerations) I need to take into account? Thanks in advance! Bruce Bruce, The important thing to remember is that the output tube spring should be oriented in such a way that there is always a downward slope for the bullets to fall along. That way you will avoid forming a "trap"...which will probably result in a jam and a blown fuse. The photo shows the RL 1050 setup I use. The press is mounted directly to the bench, as is the KISS stand. The top of the 4" support stand tube is 24 inches from the top of the bench, and the output tube spring has been cut to 8 1/2" free length. As you can see, with the tool head UP, there is still a downward slope to the tube spring... and with the toll head down, the spring is not overly stretched. I've loaded a bazillion rounds in this configuration and it works well. Also, when you insert (twist clockwise) the spring into the dropper body or the delrin output tube, you can affect how the spring tube will be positioned to some degree. Hope this was helpful. Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 (edited) I made a little bracket to hold my KISS feeder on the 1050 post.. were I to use it on the 650, I'd make another one for that to ease the swap even more. shred: I'm sure you posted a pci of the bracket. Could you repost or provide the link. Never mind - found it. http://www.brianenos.com/forums/index.php?...c=58389&hl= Thanks. Edited April 10, 2008 by RePete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzoneHits Posted April 12, 2008 Share Posted April 12, 2008 I made a little bracket to hold my KISS feeder on the 1050 post.. were I to use it on the 650, I'd make another one for that to ease the swap even more. Hi shred, I'd like to install a KISS feeder to my 1050 and liked the idea on how you installed it. Can you give me more details or pictures of the mounting bracket. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shred Posted April 12, 2008 Share Posted April 12, 2008 Mine's made from stuff I had on-hand. I clamped a foot of dual-slotted shelf bar to the post and stuck in a 12" shelf hanger. I then took a PVC sewer pipe cap that almost fit into the base of the KISS plumbing, turned it down a little and cut a slot through the square part to fit the shelf hanger. Screw that to the shelf hanger and away you go. If I didn't have junk like that lying around, I'd go to the hardware store and look for a one-piece shelf support or plant hanger that would do the same thing with less dinking around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 Mine's made from stuff I had on-hand. I clamped a foot of dual-slotted shelf bar to the post and stuck in a 12" shelf hanger. I then took a PVC sewer pipe cap that almost fit into the base of the KISS plumbing, turned it down a little and cut a slot through the square part to fit the shelf hanger. Screw that to the shelf hanger and away you go.If I didn't have junk like that lying around, I'd go to the hardware store and look for a one-piece shelf support or plant hanger that would do the same thing with less dinking around. Where did you get the light from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shred Posted April 13, 2008 Share Posted April 13, 2008 The 'snake light' is from Ikea I think. Halogen and works really well. I'm a little worried about the filaments with all the banging around it gets, but so far so good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 I have been looking for a high intensity LED lamp similar to the one shown by shred. No luck. I was in the Watertown, NY Home Despot and found a $20 LED flashlight that does the trick. It came with a set of batteries installed plus another set. It's distributed by Coast Products in Portland, Or. From the front From the right side From the left side. It is a high intensity light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slavex Posted January 14, 2009 Share Posted January 14, 2009 what are the neat little holders Pete? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 what are the neat little holders Pete? They are twin goosenecks . At one end is the flashlight holder and at the other ends are magnets. I should have done this sooner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PistolPete Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 If you are debating about getting a 1050 with a K.I.S.S. feeder here is a quick video of the press in action. Enjoy, Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 (edited) what are the neat little holders Pete? They are twin goosenecks . At one end is the flashlight holder and at the other ends are magnets. I should have done this sooner. With the unit unclipped. With the light on. Edited January 15, 2009 by RePete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerome Poiret Posted January 15, 2009 Share Posted January 15, 2009 How about this one ? http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=_P7inQ72T7o&...feature=related http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=N-RLdBkTfMY&...feature=related Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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