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Viejo
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#Viejo
A channel to highlight my adventures.
I also have a channel on Rumble
viejoconarmas@gmail.com
Dillon550B rebuild project part 5: upgrades and final thoughts
This is the last piece of the series I have been working on regarding the rebuild of an older Dillon 550B process that came to me in generally usable condition, but distressed and in need of refurbishment. In this edition, I'll get the press back up on par with a new 550C, with some additonal upgrades.
Link to the entire playlist for the series:
ua-cam.com/play/PLF6nrc167sw3ZWGJc92vdi9_BwH7DqoeU.html&feature=shared
Link to the entire playlist for the series:
ua-cam.com/play/PLF6nrc167sw3ZWGJc92vdi9_BwH7DqoeU.html&feature=shared
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Відео
Dillon RL550B rebuild project Part 4: reassembly
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I've been rebuilding and upgrading an older Dillon RL550B press that I obtained from a friend. It needed parts, cleaning and upgrades. In the previous videos, we discussed the project, tore the press down and cleaned it up. In this episode, I'll put it all back together to the point where it was when I got it, just clean and lubed. RL550B rebuild project playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLF6nrc167sw3Z...
Dillon RL550B rebuild project Part 3: cleanup!
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RL550B rebuild project playlist: ua-cam.com/play/PLF6nrc167sw3ZWGJc92vdi9_BwH7DqoeU.html&feature=shared The Walk With Al: ua-cam.com/video/lDEhtFfzNZE/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared
Dillon RL550B Rebuild Project Part 2: Disassembly
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I am rebuilding an older Dillon RL550B that had been set aside for quite some time by a friend. It was in need of parts, cleaning and lubrication. I bought it with the intention of having a fun project. In this episode, I completely disassemble the RL550B and get it ready for cleaning.
A Special Unboxing From Papa's lace
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I received a very nice set of 3D printed loading items from the Papa's Place channel. Here's the link to his channel here on UA-cam Papa's channel: www.youtube.com/@papasplace2
Dillon RL550B rebuild project. Part 1: Introduction
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I recently acquired a batch including a couple od Dillon presses and related gear. One of the presses is a much-used RL550B in desperate need of some care and refurbishmenht. I am going to tear it down, clean it up, replace parts as needed and get it back into tip-top shape. This is the first of several videos that will comprise this project.
Comparing my Redding #3 vs my RCBS Uniflow: part 3 with H110
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We are comparing the precision of the Redding #3 powder measure that I got used, with my RCBS Uniflow measure. In this segment, we're using Hodgdon H110 powder. In previous segments, we used Winchester 231 and Alliant Unique. Part 1 of the series using Win 231: ua-cam.com/video/-oQ7EUCDX4E/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared Part 2 of the series using Unique" ua-cam.com/video/2gAlwePy-_M/v-deo.htmlfeature...
Redding #3 vs RCBS Uniflow part 2: max volume and Unique powder
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This is part 2 of a 3-parter comparing the used Redding #3 powder measure I recently acquired against my tried and true RCBS uniflow. In this piece, we look at the maximum volume of the chambers. Link to part 1 of the series: ua-cam.com/video/-oQ7EUCDX4E/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared
Comparing powder measure performance: Redding #3 vs RCBS Uniflow
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Between these two powder measures, is one better than the other with precision of powder delivery. Both measures have small "pistol" size metering chambers. The Redding was something of a basket case in need of re-furb, and the RCBS was bought new but is well used. Let's cee how they compare when delivering small smokeless powder charges.
Viejo's 45ACP 230 LRN shootout: Pt 4: conclusions and final thoughts
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Over a period of many weeks, I compiled some loading and performance data for 9 230gn LRN cast bullets, and 4 jacketed/plated 230gn RN bullets for 45 ACP. I loaded them all with the same charge, with the same gear and shot them through the same firearm to compare with data given in the Lee 2nd edition reloading manual. Here's the link to the entire playlist here on UA-cam: ua-cam.com/play/PLF6n...
Upgrading my Lee Ultimate Turret Press with new parts
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As an early adopter of the press, I experienced several issues that prevented proper operation. Some I solved on my own, but Lee now has new parts that mitigate most of the problems. Plinkin Preacher: ua-cam.com/video/k3t34sWSjLg/v-deo.html Treetop Flier: ua-cam.com/video/2SA8h532tk4/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared No actual ammunition is made or depicted in this video.
Viejo's 45acp 230gn RN Shootout pt3 ch13: the Cramer 452-230
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link to the playlist for the entire series: ua-cam.com/play/PLF6nrc167sw0t4zoTdeSYKhZ5xFUDU8O8.html&feature=shared
Real Avid Master Gun Vise: My Bench Review
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I picked up this vise, have used it for a while now. I like it a lot. Here's my review. No modification to any firearm is performed in this video.
Lee Precision's bullet magazine filler kit: my final thoughts
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I've done several videos with this kit. Here's a link to the playlist of all of them: ua-cam.com/play/PLF6nrc167sw2R_AicOTobJi8nghLbYjl-.html&feature=shared
Viejo's 45ACP 230gn RN shootout pt 3 ch12: the Accura 230RN
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Viejo's 45ACP 230gn RN shootout pt 3 ch12: the Accura 230RN
Using the Lee bullet feeder magazine with bullet sizers on the APP
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Using the Lee bullet feeder magazine with bullet sizers on the APP
Viejo's 45ACP 230gn RN shootout Pt3 Ch11: the Xtreme 230RN
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Viejo's 45ACP 230gn RN shootout Pt3 Ch11: the Xtreme 230RN
Fixing some "factory second" bullets using the CH Tool & Die Co. cannelure tool
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Fixing some "factory second" bullets using the CH Tool & Die Co. cannelure tool
CW Longshot's 10-22 challenge. Here's mine:
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CW Longshot's 10-22 challenge. Here's mine:
Viejo's 45ACP 230gn RN shootout Pt 3 ch 10 Everglades FMJ
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Viejo's 45ACP 230gn RN shootout Pt 3 ch 10 Everglades FMJ
Follow up to using the Lee bullet feeder magazine with a sizing die on a C press
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Follow up to using the Lee bullet feeder magazine with a sizing die on a C press
Lee bullet magazine filler with sizer die Part 1: on a "C" press
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Lee bullet magazine filler with sizer die Part 1: on a "C" press
Viejo's 45acp 230gn RN Shootout pt3 ch9: The Remington 230 FMJ
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Viejo's 45acp 230gn RN Shootout pt3 ch9: The Remington 230 FMJ
Viejo's 45ACP 230 RN Shootout pt 3 ch8: the SAECO #456
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Viejo's 45ACP 230 RN Shootout pt 3 ch8: the SAECO #456
Viejo's 230gn RN 45acp Shootout Pt 3, ch7: the NOE HTC 452-234
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Viejo's 230gn RN 45acp Shootout Pt 3, ch7: the NOE HTC 452-234
viejos 45acp shootout ch 6 lyman 452374
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viejos 45acp shootout ch 6 lyman 452374
Viejo's 45 ACP 230 gr RN shootout. Part 3 Ch 5: the RCBS 45-230-RN
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Viejo's 45 ACP 230 gr RN shootout. Part 3 Ch 5: the RCBS 45-230-RN
Cimarron "Evil Roy" 44 WCF overview and first shots
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Cimarron "Evil Roy" 44 WCF overview and first shots
You might be a Viejo, but you're awful good with the camera. What a great DETAILED review! Thank you, sir, from a fellow Viejo.
@@dancarrison9354 from one Viejo to another, thanks so much! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
The only N frame cal. your missing is 10mm. I know the 610 is ss, I don't know if they ever made a blue 10mm.
Hiya, Rich. Thanks for stopping by. I don’t think I’d want a 10mm in a revolver. I have a 1911 in 10mm. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
I bought my 550 in the 1990s and have been using it ever since with no problems. Watching this, I see some changes and upgrades that I probably want to make. Thanks for the video! Rat
@@floridagunrat1625 hi, Florida 👋🏻. Thanks for dropping by. Let me know if you have any questions. 🤛🏻🔫🤛🏻
Walter, can the classic bullet sizing die be used with the APP press?
@@samuel-JF1981 hi, Samuel, and thanks for stopping by. Yes, you can use the older style Lee sizers with the APP. You just need one breech lock bushing to fit those 7/8 x 14 thread dies into. Then that assembly easily goes into the lower receiver of the press. You will also need to rig up a catch bin under the press to capture the sized bullets as they push through the die. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
@@viejo2a thanks, Walter!!! My idea is to use a hose just to guide the sized bullets to a big container on the floor, I believe that will be the simplest set-up...
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@@T.A.B.Videos thanks, Trees. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Hiya Walter....
@@michaeldunn150 hey, Michael! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
This is great! The blue finish came back brilliant! Im looking at picking up a 550b very soon.
@@robertbarrett8959 hi Robert. Cool beans! As you can see, getting a used one that is still in reasonable shape is not a real problem. They can be brought up to snuff fairly easily. Thanks for tuning in! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
This was a such a great series Walter, looking forward to the next one
@@ChrisFromThe740 thank you so much, Chris! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
👍🇺🇲🤠 Excellent job Walter.
Thanks so much, Six. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Nice job on that press ! Looks like a winner.
@@lens7859 hi, Len. Thanks! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
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@@glendavis9663 thanks, Glen. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Great series as always walter
@@jamespugh hi James. Thanks, my friend. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Excellent Walter! Oh how I'd love to see you get your hands on an old Star and bring it back to life.
@@lawrencehudson9939 hi, Lawrence! Thanks, Amigo. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
How are you today sir you are a lifesaver my primer system on my 550 has been giving me fits for a long time never knew about that bearing system , it looks like that should fix all my problems. I'm the guy that emailed you a month or so ago about the Square Deal be if you're still interested in selling it give me a holler thank you Eric
@@ericoulundsen5041 hi, Eric. Thanks. I still haven’t done anything with the SDB. I may dive into it next. It is in need of similar re-build. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
I love the 550 series, I'm not positive, however, I believe that press started out as a basic frame that was sold as a kit, those lacked the automatic functions, Powder measure, priming and such, all those could be added as kits later as desired. anyway the press looks and functions like new Walter, good job dude, peace - Dave
@@thorsaxe5881 hi, Dave. You could well be right about the origins. I know about the older RL450, but not much about the lineage before that. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
@@viejo2a It was when they offered the 550B machines, it was just the press that still manually indexed and didn't come with all the extras, but you could upgrade later on.
Yup, that's the way I bought mine.@thorsaxe5881
I'm guessing you are going to keep it, at this point? 👍
@@curtislong1987 hi, Curtis. I believe I’ll keep it for now. Thanks for stopping by! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
It's alive and ready to Rumble! Literally! haha
Hiya, Mike! Thanks for stopping by! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Great series Walter, I learned quite a bit. Thanks for putting it all together for us.
@@infobros thank you, sir! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Morning sir 🌅
Hiya, Keith! Thanks for stopping by. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
All good upgrades nicely done
@@ThecrazyScotsman thank you, sir! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Dillon might want to hire you after seeing the great job you have done rebuilding that old girl. Good job Walter. and thank you for showing us how it's done.
@@ricktaylor5744 thanks, Rick! I appreciate that. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Very Nice Walter! You have made a beautiful like new 550 press out of a tired one. Great Job!
Thanks, Paul. Good to hear from you, as always. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Great looking unit after the rebuild! I hope it serves you well! 👍👏❤
Thanks, Scholar. I’m sure it will see plenty of use 😄🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Good morning! You got it running so smoothly and it looks great too. Well done sir, well done. Take care
Thanks, Papa. It’s been a worthwhile, fun project! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
😮😮❤❤🤘🏼👍🏼❤❤
Hiya, C-Dub! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Fun to watch Walter. Thanks.
Thanks, Yukon! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Good Morning Walter, Really enjoyed your rebuild of the Dillon press. Have a great day my friend.
Thanks, Willie. I always appreciate hearing from you. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Morning Walter like new again 👍👍
Hi, Ocean. 👋🏻. Thanks for stopping by! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Came out great 👊🇺🇸
It did, Jesse. I’m very happy with it. Thanks for stopping by! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Morning Walter! What a great series saving some fantastic equipment from the junk heap! Nicely done!
Thanks, Tex. I really enjoy a project like this that yields a good, usable tool. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
nice job Walter....
@@michaeldunn150 hi Michael! Thanks for stopping by! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Good morning my friend. I actually just picked up one used. That hasn’t been used in a while. And had concern that. Might not be able to get it back in use. But after watching your video. On this restoration. I think it’s gonna be OK. Thank you my friend for what you do. 👍👍👍👍👍👍 you’ve got that one looking top notch
@@TheWalkWithAl thanks, Al. Yes..they are a very robust press, and not difficult to rebuild if necessary. Stay tuned for the final episode! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Picked up the Rock Island GI model and fell in love with the caliber! Flattest shooter ever! My buddy is a gunsmith and he tuned up the trigger real nice (3.5 lb). I'm sure that helped. That Kimber is gorgeous, that may be my next purchase. 🤔 Thanks for the video
@@mrmann44 hello,and thanks for stopping by! I’m happy to hear of another who enjoys this fun caliber. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
great diy Walter
@@mrsmel269 Thanks, buddy! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Thanks, my friend!🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Best caliber my opinion
Thanks for stopping by, Ziruk. I have enjoyed this one since I acquired it. I’ll have some video in the near future loading for it with some 41 Specials! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Hey Walter. Awesome job on the press Thanks for the video 🇺🇸👍
@@Dwayne7834 hiya, Dwayne. Thanks for stopping by! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Awesome Walter!
@@piker6410 thanks, Piker! Its been a fun project for me. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
👍🤠🇺🇲 Looks good Walter.
@@sixshootertexan thanks, Six! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Very interesting. Nice job. Do you know what has happened to CW?
@@JCJustice-kv2gyHi. Thanks for watching. CW got a channel strike and had some videos deleted by UA-cam. With a strike you can’t upload fir a week. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
@@viejo2a what the heck is going on with tube?
@@JCJustice-kv2gy they have very loosely defined “community guidelines” that allow them to interpret however they want. Being anti-2a, Y/T periodically goes on the warpath and attacks various channels for no apparent reason other than not liking videos with gun-related content. Several folks I know suffered from this most recent move.
@@viejo2a I guess they think they are G O D
Nice job Walter
@@T.A.B.Videos thanks Don! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Saw this elsewhere and forgot to come over here too. A great video 🎉 👍😁🦶🪶🇺🇸
@@walksfletcher hi Walks. I very much appreciate your continued support. I know that you know that. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Nice job Walter, I enjoyed that !
@@lens7859 hi, Len. Thanks for tuning in. I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Thank you Walter. It's looking good.
@@ricktaylor5744 hi, Rick! Thanks so much for playing along! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
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@@glendavis9663 hi, Glen. Thanks, Amigo. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Good summery of how to assemble and properly lube it! Well done sir!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for the great job your doing Take care
@@papasplace2 hiya, Papa! Thanks so much for your continued support, my friend! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
It looks a lot different now. Thanks for showing us those cleaning products.
You’re welcome, Jamie. Thanks for tuning in, my friend! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Good work, Walter!
Many thanks! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
This work fascinates me, Walter. I could watch it all day!😅🤠🤠I'm with BamaDad. I want to find me an old one to fix up.
@@jh5869 hiya, Jamie! These “keep ‘em flying” projects are always fun for me. And when we’re done, we’ve got good stuff to use or push forward. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Okay, Walter, I hunted you down from my JH586 channel and I subbed you on my work account. I'm binging your videos today. Can't wait to catch up. Thank you, Sir.
@@jh5869 hi Jamie! Don’t get caught watching all this controversial stuff at work! 😂🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
OUTSTANDING video! Now I'm Jones'ing to find one to restore! I love doing this kind of stuff! You have made a fantastic series here with this Dillon press. I just wish Dillon parts weren't so dog gone expensive!
Awesome! Thank you, Bama! One can find used parts as well if needed. 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸