That tool was not meant for that heavy of gage of wire, it’s meant for 18-26g wire.
@raynorgilliam105516 сағат бұрын
Can you explain why some want to run a sizing/ decapping die when actually running the press from a fired case to a fully reloaded round? Im somewhat new and I always run all my casings through the sizing/decapping die and expander die and then run in the tumbler to clean. After there clean i put away the size die and expander and run the powder drop, lockout, bullet drop, bullet seat and then Lee factory crimp. What am I missing? Do some people not clean there cases or clean them without decapping first? Also if there new cases I always run through a sizer die to before loading.
@nickjm37fordel13 күн бұрын
Glad I drink tea 🤣
@ReLoadersBench3 күн бұрын
I do tea occasionally, with my two favs being dandelion and hibiscus...but I do SO love my morning and afternoon lattes!
@herrprepper20704 күн бұрын
I use mine to verify powder charges from my RCBS electronic dispenser/scale. The Hornady scale is consistently 1/10 grain light. Not bad at all.
@ugadawg92596 күн бұрын
the Hornady #1 is the recommended shell holder for 30.06/.308 family of cartridges.
@blueyhanson62537 күн бұрын
I use the fake-cheapies, and they do the job. I did check file sizes before using and so far, they are correct. Maybe they won't last as long? When at homebase I use an 'Oregon 511' clone bench mounted, when away fakes work for me.😎
@ReLoadersBench7 күн бұрын
Good to know some of the fake ones work. In general, I'm not against purchasing a clone. I am however against being mislead that I'm purchasing the real brand/OEM and paying for that when it's deceptively advertised. When I checked the file sizes of the real against the fake, there were differences, so I clearly got a bad fake. I just did a video on a coffee scale that was a $33 knock off/clone of the $250 version, so I went into that eyes wide open knowing what I was purchasing and at what price. It's the deception and lying or false advertising that irks me.
@PlayingWithFireOutdoors8 күн бұрын
I was navy school taught, when I was released I took Small Motor Tech lvl 1. Then during the course I found out it included Brazing and MIG. For some reason I aced the theroretical side, and was pulled aside to be talked to by the instructor and Senior instructor. Once I explained i've already had over a years training, TIG, MIG, SMAW, GAS, ETC, they had me run a few beads then sent me home. So I wouldn't eat school resources on basics.
@ReLoadersBench8 күн бұрын
Interesting...as there were a number of folks in my "intro to welding" class that were clearly advanced and already welding practiced. One conversation the instructor had prior to the midterm was with a student was discussing his job (the student) had him welding all day. All students were treated the same (class was overflowing initially, can't say the same 6 weeks later towards the end). I will say even though a short class, the amount of time available to practice on very high end equipment with an endless supply of materials (steel, electrodes, wire types, etc.) was MANY times the value of what the class cost me IMO. Great learning opportunity I would not have done on my own at home with my low end welder.
@PlayingWithFireOutdoors7 күн бұрын
@@ReLoadersBench I didn't want to eat the resources of having time testing etc, As it was just brazing for a week and a half Finished 2 months of that , I ran the exam pieces before I skipped school. Then a day and a half on the same Lincoln I have, that was no non graded section (basic familiarize). On the way out I ran into one of my instructors, now there is a man that can weld! I keep my hands busy, I redid my rusted out Suzuki Samurai . I was given it from my sisters ex, OMG I didn't know the ex was driving my sis around in a deathtrap. The rear main leaf springs were sheared! Passenger floor pan was a STOP sign taped into place! 3 popcans siliconed in one wheel well, 2 on the other. Completely and utterly unsafe, it was about 3 weeks fabbing and welding. It was redone properly !
@ReLoadersBench7 күн бұрын
@@PlayingWithFireOutdoors - what really planted the seed for me on learning how to weld was a project I had a local welder do for me. The welds were stacked dimes and looked amazing. Metal artwork to me eye. Took me long enough to take action and learn. One of my instructors was in the local welders union for 50 years. Talk about talent. His TIG welds looked like a machine/robot did the work.
@PlayingWithFireOutdoors2 күн бұрын
@@ReLoadersBench Yes my instructor was a tool and die guy., nothing but artwork! The worst was aluminum on my back with TIG. I'd loose feeling due to neck disc damage from being team green
@YERAFirearms8 күн бұрын
AP needs an extra station for the RCBS die lock and a little extra clearance between moving parts
@ReLoadersBench8 күн бұрын
Couldn't agree more. I wish Hornady/Dillon would refresh their 750/AP to more than 5 stations...same design, only more stations...like 10 of them! FA had the right idea, time will tell if they executed well.
@valtermarques993410 күн бұрын
I have a mini lathe like this one but to make threads like 2.5mm the gears that appear in the table are not correct, can anyone help me?
@PlayingWithFireOutdoors11 күн бұрын
Used mine today!
@nickjm37fordel112 күн бұрын
Your mission, should you decide to accept it is to put all that back in the same box 🤣 Been looking at the same thing to try and get. I was looking at Rapid Radios. Was your deal on the rain forest ?
@ReLoadersBench12 күн бұрын
LOL. I had to watch my video in order to put it all back in the same order. Too funny. Tight packing. Yes, this was the rain forest. I see these Baofengs go on "sale" (special deals) pretty regularly. I know they have updated versions as well. Better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it IMO.
@nickjm37fordel111 күн бұрын
@@ReLoadersBench The Rapid Radios are more expensive, but they do have some that can reach over a 1000 miles. Other radios go further but you need a ham license to use, but not to purchase. But in a disaster I could care less about rules. My son lives in Virginia!!
@nickjm37fordel111 күн бұрын
I wonder how long range long range is ?
@ReLoadersBench11 күн бұрын
@@nickjm37fordel1 - my guess would be a fraction of the rating for urban (buildings/structures) areas versus flat or open land.
@goosehunter824012 күн бұрын
Absolutely loved your video. Informative and funny as all get out. I'm still launching at your commentary!
@ReLoadersBench12 күн бұрын
Ah...FINALLY someone who can understand/appreciate my wacky sense of humor ;-) Appreciated.
@SharpenedSteel113 күн бұрын
I received my MX-S716G2 months ago to this post. I opened the crate and witnessed the Bed Way completely snapped in half. I still have not received a return shipping label or any compensation. There is no accountability from VEVOR or the stores that represent there product. One hand has no idea what the others doing. That said, I'm out 700 Dollars. And for the life of me I cannot find a replacement bed way for this type of motor config.. I'm still trying. That's my Vevor story.
@ReLoadersBench10 күн бұрын
Where did you purchase it from? Vevor has a 30 day "window" to return a purchase. Amazon also has a liberal return policy. A cracked/snapped/broken bed would be an immediate return from my point of view. Hope it works out for you. I have gotten my $700 out of my lathe in both learning and machining/creating. Once this one eventually fails, I'll purchase another.
@1175drh15 күн бұрын
but does it work?
@ReLoadersBench14 күн бұрын
Will find out shortly at my next range visit, just finished a batch of 9mm, so there will be a follow up video (first on pistol probably and then later on rifle).
@PlayingWithFireOutdoors15 күн бұрын
I run a 05 Trailblazer, same basic chassis. my biggest complaint is the none standard wheel hubs/ stud spacing. I mean come on, why not use a trucks setup?
@cw2a15 күн бұрын
Just did this last weekend!
@ReLoadersBench15 күн бұрын
Love relatively straight forward DIY repairs...especially when it either gives me back functionality (e.g,, open/close window) or extends the life of this vehicle (e.g., oil changes) I'd like to keep for many years to come.
@nickjm37fordel116 күн бұрын
With the miter gauge, how did you keep the paint off the lock down slot?
@ReLoadersBench16 күн бұрын
I have a roll of blue painters tape that is 1/4" wide that is perfect for masking off tight/thin/small areas. I bead blasted the top then used steel wool to get the finish I wanted before masking off and painting it. Made the best sense since the paint would always be scraping off any time it was moved/rotated and locked down.
@nickjm37fordel116 күн бұрын
@@ReLoadersBench Looks great :-))
@nickjm37fordel116 күн бұрын
Still watching watching the video :-))
@nickjm37fordel116 күн бұрын
WOW, you dated the cans for March, I'm watching this video August 5th!
@ReLoadersBench16 күн бұрын
@@nickjm37fordel1 - I picked up the Unisaw in early Feb and finished the restore in late July, about 5.5 months of nights and weekends work. I have SO many videos of the Unisaw restore and tangents as well as other hobby videos which means I have more videos than publishing dates since I publish twice a week. Have to stich in a variety otherwise I'll bore too many with one particular hobby. I will say the saw turned out amazing for being almost 75 years old.
@randysmith190018 күн бұрын
Awesome video. Where did you get the dust cover for your prep center from? I’ve been trying to find one for mine with no luck. TIA
@ReLoadersBench18 күн бұрын
All my reloading (and quite a few other larger tools) presses and bigger components have custom made covers. I pick up the heavy canvas (10 ounce+) aka duckbill at a local fabric store (mix/match colors or what's on sale) and then take the material to a local tailor with my "design" and about a week later I have a very durable and long lasting cover for less than what a cheesy plastic non-custom fitting generic version would cost.
@jefffigol257019 күн бұрын
Interested in purchasing
@ReLoadersBench18 күн бұрын
Seller is on ebay if you search through older comments.
@mikedeegan934219 күн бұрын
Great demo. I just ordered one as a result.
@ReLoadersBench18 күн бұрын
Has worked well for me.
@stephenurban988019 күн бұрын
So you are on your THIRD lock in 6 years?. Hardly a glowing recommendation. I was considering this after my digital pad died but NO THANK YOU. And especially not at current price of $600
@ReLoadersBench18 күн бұрын
To each their own.
@stephenurban988018 күн бұрын
@@ReLoadersBench Some of us prefer knowing we will be able to get into our safes.
@ReLoadersBench17 күн бұрын
@@stephenurban9880 - then you apparently did not watch the full video to understand none of my SafeLogix XTreme locks prevented me from ever getting into my safe. LED issues on #1, digital keypad issues on #2 and no issues on #3 (and this video is 3+ years old). They never prevented me from access, the benefit or exact point of a digital/analog combo lock (technically it worked EXACTLY AS DESIGNED - when the digital keypad was problematic, the analog/mechanical functioned perfectly - just try and open your safe with a mechanical lock when you're in a hurry...easier said than done unless you play games like always leaving it near the last number for a slight turn). As you learned, no guarantee on ANY safe lock (do a Internet search on failed MECHANCIAL locks) since your digital failed. And now they are $600, nice. Got and continue to get my values worth.
@stephenurban988017 күн бұрын
@@ReLoadersBench Why would I need to get into my safe in a hurry? Even when I lived in Commiefornia I had a couple of guns readily available in my house. And yes that was with kids and then grandkid there. Heck I didn't even own a safe until kids were all gone. The odds of a quality mechanical lock failing suddenly are almost infinitesimal compared to the regularity of e-locks doing so. And most that do are decades old and simply worn out. Which give warning signs prior. Unlike my digital that gave up the ghost with no warning at all. It seems you are trying to stay on Securerams good side so they will continue to send you free replacements when it fails again.
@ReLoadersBench17 күн бұрын
@@stephenurban9880 - like my original comment indicated, you do you, I'll do me.
@apexaustriae997319 күн бұрын
I came here for the mug, and was not disappointed.
@williamowen804521 күн бұрын
can you adapt these to a revolver?
@ReLoadersBench21 күн бұрын
I guess depends on barrel length. Better for a stubby than a 6” me thinks.
@joescott70122 күн бұрын
How does a g45 line up?
@ReLoadersBench22 күн бұрын
I actually like both, for slightly different reasons. The compactness and extra magnification of the G45 is nice. The G33 is better for my eye relief/set back for the rear iron sight.
@diegocastillo372323 күн бұрын
how much did you pay for it? nice video!
@ReLoadersBench23 күн бұрын
Thanks. Paid more than I wanted to due to my state's limitations, but a lot less than what PPT's were initially going for a year ago (haven't followed current pricing, so not sure what they are now going for). Just north of MSRP/retail, so it wasn't too painful. They laughingly (I was literally laughing at prices I first saw for PPT's) started at $5k when first available "locally" and the hype was off the charts. I waited a year for the dust to settle and the price premium to collapse (nice pew pew, but even at MSRP it's priced too high IMO). I just uploaded my DWX Compact trigger job video. It will go public Tuesday morning.
@Bigredkarl24 күн бұрын
Go to the junk yard for material
@ReLoadersBench24 күн бұрын
Good idea, thanks.
@gounakiscretanmusicch816825 күн бұрын
I tested yesterday Brita filter. The water comes with 400 from the nets. After filtering the 400 still the same . Very disappointed. Brita filter does nothing . Brita come to me and proof that i have unrighteousness
@denniswerner167025 күн бұрын
I could have sworn I read the stock main spring is 23lbs. Did you confirm that it is indeed just a 20lb stock spring? I’ve sent messages to Springfield and I never got a reply. Would love to know, thanks for the video.
@ReLoadersBench25 күн бұрын
Never confirmed with SA on the true mainspring weight, was going along with what I'd seen in other videos. The 17lb spring has worked for me, so it's a keeper.
@CallLeeFree26 күн бұрын
Working all day with my tools, I try not to use anything less than a 6ah battery. HD had a 2-pack of 6ah for $149 a few months ago. I'm waiting for that sale again. The 2ah die so fast, I only use them in ryobi lights.
@MonStruO7214 күн бұрын
They have two 6ah for 90ish after hack
@davidseguin228426 күн бұрын
Stop playing with your childs toys and buy some real tools
@ReLoadersBench18 күн бұрын
LOL. I'm good with these "toys".
@thomasgervais793027 күн бұрын
I have a Labradar LX and would like a hard case. Would you happen to know the model number and size of your Meijia case.
@ReLoadersBench26 күн бұрын
As an FYI, Harbor Freight has their "Apache" brand/label box that is slightly larger than the Meijia case and at $12.95 half the cost of the Meijia case. But to answer your question, the rain forest product (Meijia) is "MEIJIA Portable All Weather IP67".
@mitchcornacchia96827 күн бұрын
And It cost?$$$$$$$$$$$$ The most important thing you failed to mention. What did you spend for the beautiful work?
@charlesrichardson483928 күн бұрын
Blade release is on the Brushless version of the tool, you have the brushed version.
@ReLoadersBench28 күн бұрын
Ah...Ryobi clearing out older stock/technology with the buy something get something free promotion. Considering frequency of this tool's usage, I'm good with that.
@dragonfalcon847428 күн бұрын
I wish that Ryobi Fan was brushless, same with their Misting fan. Recently got into Ryobi and I LOVE their stuff so far. Perfect price/value for a DIYer.
@Rebel9668Ай бұрын
I never worry about accidently turning on any of my equipment. I super glue those silly plastic "keys" into the switches so they can't come out and be lost, lol. Some I've just took out the whole switch and replaced it with a simple toggle switch, like my DeWalt MBF radial arm saw came with when it was new.
@markkornytchuk7847Ай бұрын
Why try to fix or even modify a poorly designed press
@ReLoadersBenchАй бұрын
Because that's the way my mind works. Quite satisfying to "fix or even modify a poorly designed press" to work nicely 40+ years after it was designed/manufactured.
@wooddawg4868Ай бұрын
All my upgraded parts are from Wilson Combat, their bullet proof stainless steel parts do not fail. Based on your measurements you want to go with Wilson Combat version because I had to send a few ed brown parts back before.
@ReLoadersBenchАй бұрын
I'll have to remember that for next time as there is always a "next time" :-) Thanks.
@curtisjackson3010Ай бұрын
Is there a vid on your shipping issues? I had to send a 1911 to Springfield and Fed ex was acting really weird when I asked questions. I live in So Cal btw. So Im not sure if its a state issue or what
@ReLoadersBenchАй бұрын
I made this video back in 2022 when all the "normal citizen" handgun shipping options "disappeared" with UPS and FedEx... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f9OeaNOq2du3oY0.html
@allenjcarterАй бұрын
Gloves and saws are a bad idea.
@PatriotPaulUSAАй бұрын
Nice video brother! I just grabbed one on the prime day sale for $147.95 . I just couldn't pass it up anymore! This Vevor Bandsaw is actually the same as their "Best" brand of Harbor Frieght, their Hercules band saw but at a better price than HF. It also comes with the stand/vise and for the HF its over 100.00 xtra BTW you sound exactly like Tree top flier! Ill have to tell him he has a twin somwhere. 😄😆🤣
@ReLoadersBenchАй бұрын
I've used this saw for a number of metal cutting tasks and my only regret is I didn't purchase this sooner! For me a great blend of price and performance. I'll have to check out Tree Top Flier to listen to my "voice doppelganger" ;-)
@nickjm37fordel1Ай бұрын
is that Ryobi thermometer available at Home Depot ?
@ReLoadersBenchАй бұрын
A more updated/modern (mine is years old) version is available from HD - RYOBI 8 in. Infrared Thermometer for $45
@franciskhoury4288Ай бұрын
I have this same-spec model from the 1990s in my mother-in-law's basement. We're going to sell it, and I was just wondering about dismantling it. I am leaning towards requiring the buyer to dismantle it with my help. I am certainly not a drill press expert.
@jimrawls5509Ай бұрын
I have a Kobra and a Kobra Carry myself. The sights are original and old. In other words, the tritium has given up the ghost. Like you, I think night sights are over-rated. Currently I'm intrigued by fiber optic sights, but the gold bead has its merits. Excellent vid.
@ReLoadersBenchАй бұрын
Thanks. I'm a fan of fiber optic sights but just felt the EB deserved a more classic replacement and felt the gold bead was a nice compliment to the firearm.
@zoob7Ай бұрын
I just purchased one of these everything mechanically is good but when i switch on a code comes up RCJ2 i've checked all safety switches fuses wire connections and any other switch, it might be a generic brushless motor code or circut board code anyone seen this before? i go on vevor but cant find anything im down under so we get limited help
@RichardSmith-kb3ukАй бұрын
This Lee Inline Bullet Feeder, RCBS, or Mr Bulletfeeder? I want something that works well for rifle too. I'm thinking this is the way to go. I'm coming from the Hornady inline bullet feeders which are only for pistol. I thought I heard you say "no" to the RCBS at the end.
@ReLoadersBenchАй бұрын
The Lee Inline Bullet Feeder is a standalone product. Can it work with Mr. BF? I don't know. I only use it for 9mm, but I believe it can do some rifle calibers.
@RichardSmith-kb3ukАй бұрын
@@ReLoadersBench man I miswrote that! Sorry. I was asking about the difference between three different bullet feeders that I've seen. The difference between Mr Bulletfeeder and this Lee Inline.
@ReLoadersBenchАй бұрын
@@RichardSmith-kb3uk - ah, no worries. MBF is much higher (and much more expensive) end gear. But I can appreciate the simplistic (and less expensive, LOL) approach Lee takes to many reloading related tasks.
@anthonygasparini1734Ай бұрын
Would have been great if you provided better information on this cutter model# and a link for viewers purchase.
@ReLoadersBenchАй бұрын
Agreed, unfortunately YT frowns on content providers (and penalizes them as well, which is not worth the risk) supplying purchasing links (especially for my other hobbies). A simple google search on "herocut plasma" gives you all the purchasing links you need or want.
@joecookesr.7396Ай бұрын
I bought one of these more than a year ago and have rarely used it. But I do like it. It has made charging cases much quicker and I believe more accurate But just tonight after I had charged about 75 cases it began the same issues as yours and in addition to not calibrating, the target charge amount changed by it self with no input from me. I'm going to try your fix in a couple days when I have time to get back to my loading bench. Thanks for the vid. It's been most helpful. I'll get back to you with my results. Thanks 🙂
@slotcarfanАй бұрын
Lee must have realized that clear powder hopper was one giant step away from convenient.
@jedclampett421512 күн бұрын
I used a 15/16" hole saw to drill a hole in the bottom of my clear plastic powder bottles and put a plastic plug (T-13) in it, like the ones in the MEC shotgun reloader powder & shot bottles. Rolled up a piece of 100 grit sandpaper to to smooth the hole. Works great. Just take the plug out to top up the powder w/o disturbing the setup. I also bought some larger 625cc (21oz) clear bottles (w/caps) with 53/400 thread size (same thread/cap size as a std container #1 of powder comes in & the Lee powder bottle adapter) from US Plastics. No need to empty out the powder when finished reloading, just screw the cap on & put it on the shelf 'til next time. Cost w/shipping & tax for 12ea Bottles, screw-on caps & plugs was $33.84 ($2.82 per bottle/cap). Get a buddy or two and split the costs. Disclaimer: I'm not associated with US Plastics or any other vendors, and don't receive royalties from anyone. Just an avid reloader sharing my solutions.
@Caroline-hv7jzАй бұрын
Video content looks great
@screamouttheliesАй бұрын
Where did you get the adapter to use the feeder with LEE die?
@ReLoadersBenchАй бұрын
That's a product called the Mag-P by SocalSW. There website doesn't appear to be active any longer, not sure if they are still in business or not.