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Offline JJB11B

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setting up a Dillon RL550B
« on: November 28, 2016, 06:01:53 PM »
Yesterday I picked up the following very gently used and in like new condition on all of it
Dillon RL550B
Hornady Electronic Powder measure/dispenser/scale thingy
RCBS case trimmer
Lyman media Tumbler
Dillon manual Powder Measure

I am sure I am forgetting a few of the accessories I got but I paid $650 for everything, came with all the original packaging and receipts.

Does anyone have any advice on setting it up?
Years ago I had an RCBS Rockchucker set up that I bolted to a kitchen Table...
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Re: setting up a Dillon RL550B
« Reply #1 on: November 28, 2016, 07:27:49 PM »
Make sure. The base is extremely sturdy. I find thee Dillon stands are worth the money, as well as the accessory tool holder.
They make a sweet light that fits into the turret that makes it a breeze to see as well, don't have that yet. But it's probably gonna show up for christmas.

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Re: setting up a Dillon RL550B
« Reply #2 on: November 28, 2016, 07:47:00 PM »
Nice find....youtube has a ton of information on setting up the dillon presses.  You can also watch the videos on dillons web site I think.  Have fun, you got a great press.   :tup:

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Re: setting up a Dillon RL550B
« Reply #3 on: November 30, 2016, 07:03:18 PM »
How about building a bench? anyone ever topped their bench with Melonite? The OSB with the white plastic crap on it.

After googling Melonite it would appear that Melonite is not the word I was looking for. Melamine seems to be what I meant
« Last Edit: November 30, 2016, 07:18:20 PM by JJB11B »
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Re: setting up a Dillon RL550B
« Reply #4 on: November 30, 2016, 07:05:34 PM »
pm me your number if you want....i'll text a few pics of my blue machine and bench.

 


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