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Nice set of videos on the XL 650; very clear, step-by-step. I’ve been watching them and taking notes, anticipating the delivery of my own 650 some time next week. Should be a fun spring 🙂
Landon- I’m glad that you are enjoying the videos. The XL650 is a great press, and I’m sure you will enjoy using it!
Can you tell me what the locator pins are for, i don’t see where you need them. I just baught a new 650 not long ago and what i have learned is that everything you need for it cost like hexx. If i had it to go over again i would buy a Honardy or a RBCS
This is an excellent video on a caliber change. i would like to add just one thing to it. while you have your press apart its a great time to do a little maintenance on it. put some grease on bolt threads, some sliding parts, the pins on the ram etc.. also a good idea to wipe the grime off the ram and wipe it down with a little motor oil. also clean out the reloading dies. I know this is not the point of the video, but a great thing to do to keep the press going forever, makes things run very smooth as well.
I think this press is for me. It is prices less thjan Hornady. They get almost $500 for the case feeder. I would like to know about your bench. Did you buy it or make it. I like the looks and layout.
tia, Dave
PS: how much is the parts needed to change calibers? You need a
1. die set
2. die holder
3. shell plate holder
4. shell tube parts
5. whatever I missed.
I have a RCBS from 20 years ago. Buying a 650 is a big step up. I have a lot of dies. Am I going to be able to use them in my new press?
Dave
Concerning lube jobs ! Putting a tiny bit of Anti/Never Seeze on aluminum threads ,will keep them like new !Also on metal threads too! Will keep them from galling ! Tip from a tool and die machinist !