@@kevinroberts781 I had a wife that told her lazy son the same thing, and wondered why he never got anything done. She was lousy at phrases. It goes like this: Do it right the first time and you won't have to do it again for free.
I sat too long, built a new bench today in my new dedicated reloading room, bench is 2.5 meters long and 4 ft high(for standing), place for 3 presses. If I get tired I can always take a bar stool. But I’ll build a 1 press bench for that room too for seating hight
For me it's your ability to take a ten minute topic and turn it into an hour long video repleat with humorous observations and great commentary. That and valuable reloading information is what makes JRB videos so great. Thank you!
Johnny, I've watched/downloaded MANY of your videos and I love your work, BUT I've never heard anyone whine so much about the BEST purchase you could have made !!!! I used to sit down when reloading and started having some issues. After watching Ultimate Reloader using this system I bought the 9" tall stand and 4 plates for various presses, etc. I also bought 2 of the accessory plates that attach to the end of my other bench to store my (not in use) presses. The Inline Fabrication system is BY FAR the best system going...PERIOD. I am now one of those "weirdos" as you say ( I stand to reload) and I couldn't be happier. Stop whining and start using the best system on the planet. I have no affiliation with the company. Just an extremely happy user.
“I can take a 10 minute video and make it much longer.” LOL. One of the reasons I subscribe! Informative as always. Practical. I have several Inline Fab products and they are amazing. Thanks sir!
I just tightened the set screw to take out the slop and never touched it again. Its a good system. the top plate storage is great. I saved the protectors that the top plates shipped with to keep the studs from getting dinged up. Next thing you know there will be a dillon on a quick change plate there.
They make so many good lag screws these days. Not the big clunky galvanized ones. Simpson Strong Tie, Ledger LOK, Timber LOK, GPX. And they're just as strong in most cases stronger than the big ones. Many different sizes and lengths. Gotta screw it to the wall for sure. It's nice when nothing moves. Just be prepared for the wife to yell, "what was that? I felt the whole house shake!" ha
Thank you for the thorough video. I hate it when videos are too abbreviated and leave me with more questions than answers. This video was perfect for me since I am the new owner of a Lee Breech Lock Challenger press and a Lee APP.
Great video, going to go check out Inline Fab now. Now that you have some extra 3" wood screws, find a couple studs behind your bench and use the screws to secure it.
I appreciate your cadence and speaking while on camera. You don't stutter, stammer or drag your feet and pace repeating yourself. As a person who gets straight to the point and walks fast, talks fast, gets things done and doesn't waste time I am right with you. Say what you think and mean the first time. BTW, I like these mounts too!
Inline is an awesome company. Mounting solutions for those of us poors that don’t have 30 foot long benches. 👍🏼 Glad you took the plunge. Thanks for all the time you put into videos
I just started to reload and I went overboard on everything including Inline Fabrication pieces including the Quick Change. Today I was putting up LED lights above the bench (I have the Dillon XL750).and the press and case feed was totally in the way. I twisted the wing nuts off, detached the press and bingo...I could get up on the bench and mount the lights. It worked great. I did run into the same problem when I installed the Quick Change in that I had to use screws because of the 2x4s underneath and I used 3/4 inch plywood as my top layer over 3/4 existing plywood (this was in my garage as a workbench).
I had been thinking about incorporating this system into my presses for some time. Your video has convinced me. Very pleasant and very well explained. You would be a good sales agent for the guys at Inline Fabrication. Greetings
Your Not last! Just ordered mine! Same as above for two presses. Also ordered the PLUG for the Hole in the Plate to keep it "cleaner" YOUR VIDEOS ARE GREAT!
I love mine. I THINK they mention the reason they don't provide those screws is because everyone's bench is different and the length is a variable they didn't want to deal with. They provide the screws for all of the top plates, just the one that mounts to your bench is the odd ball. They also have a plate that you can send in the bolt pattern and they will make a custom plate for you. My vise was not on their list and I had them make me one. My template was for crap and it still worked great. I also put my bench grinder on one and my mini-chop saw for cutting down brass. Again, I love mine, just have to find places to store them all. They make plates for that too. I don't touch that set screw and it seems to keep my presses okay.
Shortly after I began reloading in the late 1970's (boy did that hurt), one of my first thoughts was to have a common mounting plate secured to the bench. I opted for a 10 x 7 x 3/4 CRS plate then drilled and tapped holes which accommodated my press collection which of course grew over the years. While I don't have the quick mount system shown above, most of the presses use between two and four bolts to mount. Switching presses takes only a minute and the plate also accommodates vises, priming tools, case trim tools, and neck turning tools
Johnny, I have the same setup on top of two benches and Inline Fabrications makes quality products. If you haven’t tried it yet, look into the case ejector system, it works like a champ and saves some time and motion. Love your channel and have learned a ton from you without blowing my face off. Thanks!
I have lots of online products ..... set screw is used to take out the wobble in the plate but you only need to let it just touch the plate and I haven’t had to readjust it since
Good video, thanks for sharing. I was in the same boat as yourself. I didn't want to route my benchtop, so I used the spacer plate. Nothing against Inlinefabrication, but your video is easier to follow then the manufacturers.
I love these guys, I've had three bases for about 5 years, I like mine installed on the top with the base plate, no routing and I do own a router. I've got my presses (3), my vices, grinder, cut off saw (for making 300 blk), my Dillon primer tool, etc. Love this.
I tighten the set screw for each change...15 seconds. I've got several things for one bench plate and love all of it. Inline Precision makes nice stuff. He also has a little plastic plug for the bench plate if you're worried about it. Bolt the bench to the wall. It feels good to lean hard on the handle and nothing moves at all.
The tall In-line mount is not necessarily for standing. It puts the work up your line of vision. I didn’t realize how much I was leaning and crouching to see until my presses, trimmers, and swagers got all up in my grill. Great products. Get the wall hangers, cuz what else you gonna do? Pile your presses in a corner? I recommend the singles. The doubles only give you less flexibility. Thanks for the great videos... just built my PID controller yesterday. I need to print up a Johnny’s Reloading Bench sticker to slap on the top of that fine piece of precision instrumentation. Got an official logo?
I mounted mine 1 1/4 inch overhang rather than the 1 1/2 in the instructions to allow a better bite into the bench front support beam. I used Chevrolet custom valve cover T nuts 1/4 - 20 to clear the bench edge. Much easier to remove and install equipment. Also two (2) spacer plates with the mounting plate comes to 23/32 the same as baltic birch plywood allowing a true flush mount without routing just cutting the plywood to fit. Just my 2 cents.
I'm not one to complain because one of your videos is too long. I enjoy them all. I remember watching you put the 5000 subscriber sign up. I looked and seen you have over 90K now. We need to get you to 100K so you can add a new sign.
I have a bench that I can stand at and have a nice barstool chair to sit when I want. With wither one I needed my press to be a little higher so I bought the 7.5" mount. It puts it at the exact height I need. Bolted down it is SOLID! I only have one press, so I didn't get the quick change plate, but I firmly believe an Inline Fabrication mount is an absolute must for any reloader.
My bench is mounted to the wall, metal bench with 2" of wood under the metal. You'll still get some bounce or vibration but not as much. I've been using Lee's quik mount/change plates in one spot but the most of my most used presses are directly mounted to the bench in a row, with plenty of room on either side. Two sets of metal obsolete mail box units turned sideways and stacked on to of each other for dies, bullets and brass seperated in up and down rows for each caliber. It puts alot of stuff in a neet orginized area obove and behind presses and bench.
Completely agree with you. I use common sense by sitting down while reloading. I already stand enough at work and then afterwards by taking care of the property. Many people will say they stand while reloading so they can see down into the case for visual powder checks. Makes no sense when they make very inexpensive clip-on mirrors like I use to see the powder level from when sitting down. There's also powder checkers that make a beeping sound when the powder is over or under the proper charge.
Dan makes good stuff. I have those quick-change plates on all my equipment. It always fits. Each hole is dead on. I wish he would put out a kit for putting the quick-change system on a T-Tracks.
Appreciate. I too like to sit while loading so this flush/semi-flush system is interesting. Right now I only worry about three presses... two Lee, one RCBS... that have worked well with Lee's bench plate system. But what I really liked was that this system can accommodate a vise. So thanks... have to explore this.
Welcome to the inline family, I have same setup x2. Got a 4" riser on one of the mounts, and waiting for a 4" Micro. All mounted on 1 1/2" hard laminated benchplate mounted on steel suports. My benchplate will bend a little and lift from the floor if I push it on the 4" riser, but the mount do not give at all. Next move is to get the bench mounted to the wall. Great stuff. And I reload standing.🙂 P.s. Mount one screw at the time when mounting top plates to the presses.😉
It's all about building your bench with your ergonomics in mind. I built my bench 41" high and have a bar stool to sit on. It doesn't matter if I sit or stand, everything is still just the right height for me. However, I was bending over too much on the press downstroke so I got the 7.5" InLine Fabrication Ultramount and it's absolutely perfect now. The bottom of the downstroke is exactly at the height of my hand with my arm fully extended.
I use the Inline Fabrication Stand and the Roller Handle with my Redding T-7 Turret Press. I have several turrets pre-loaded with various caliber die sets - so I’m not changing presses.
I like that Inline have plain top plates that you can drill yourself to suit whatever you might want to use on the bench like a case trimmer, Forster primer, concentricity gauge etc...
JRB you’re actually the reason I ditched my flexy old press/mount in favor of a new press and the Inline Fab system. I used to watch how solid your T7 press was even on bigger calibers. You’ll love that mount system, mine fit snug without adjustment right out of the box though.
once you get started using the inline fab plates you will be hooked . i got the flush mount and the 9 inch riser . im in to my setup just over $300.00 right now , with more to get .
I'm cheap. I mount pieces to 1x hardwood and clamp to the bench as needed. Thanks as always for the opinion/review. I don't think I'd ever use that system, but it's good to know that it works well for those who do.
@@JohnnysReloadingBench I'm old enough now that I sit down for everything I can, and there are still some things that I wish I could figure out how to do while sitting.
I have to stand because the bench is at standing height and don’t have a chair/ stool high enough. It isnt too bad because i don’t reload for long enough to bug me.
I currently reload out in the barn, lol.. Don’t have a chair out there, though I kinda wish I did. But, as many things as I forget and have to walk away to grab, I may as well not have one, lol.
Johnny, that set screw is indeed to remove any slop in the press plate. You're supposed to add a little bit of preload to the press or equipment plate you're installing just a tiny bit. Enough where your final screw turns on the Wingnuts actually compress the plate and pull it tight. Want you set that set screw you set it and forget it. I had the same question and called inline Fabrications Dan. Hope it helps brother, Echo.
I was surprised that the little set screw was enough to stop all of the upward movement or flex in the tongue area. Seems like such a small contact area taking all of that force. It all seemed to work, though! I guess I'll just need to go through all of my devices and see which top plate requires the screw to be lowest, and use that to set it. Thanks for the confirmation! Its use becomes pretty obvious after you start messing with it, but a few lines in the instructions would have been helpful.
I used the medium height riser on my bench. It’s fine if I’m standing or if I’m sitting on the barstool I keep there. I use it for a Hornady lnl ap, an old rock chucker, and a harbor freight vice (which I have torqued ar barrel nuts and other parts on without issues.) I just tighten/ loosen the set screw every time I change plates, but I have a set of t handle Allen wrenches on the bench within arms length of the mount so it’s a non issue for me. I definitely like a lot of there accessories (press mounts, rock chucker shell kicker & primer drop, bin mounts for the wall and press and a handful of other stuff.)
Keep in doing what you’re doing I like your videos they’re generally very thorough and hace the occasional odd comment or mishap every now and then - which makes your content real .. look forward to your upcoming videos- for the record I have the junior and standard inline quick connect mounts - when I load pistol I like to sit and when I load rifle I feel better standing up.. and after this video I’m ordering the flush mount.
Great Demo. I'm going to replace my bench top. Over the years I've learned so much from your honest, very complete explanations. Yes, I've noticed the bench movement, too. My old bench was not mounted to the wall and it moved quite a bit also. It did not bend or flex, the entire bench moved. I put a block on the leg nearest the press and pressed down with my foot to hold the bench in place. I can feel for you. Am I right your entire bench moves and fastening it to the wall would stop that? The bench is fine otherwise?
Once you set the rear screw you should be good. I have never had to reset mine. I have 7 different mount plates that I use with the base mount. As far as tightening mounting bolts and wing nuts, snug is sufficient to hold things down.
I have the same lee challenger and I don't use the priming piece and hated it throwing primers out to the right so I took a straw and ran it down the center of the ram and filled the outside of the Grove with quick steel epoxy careful to not use to much problem no longer exists all primers go down tube now after straw removal just be sure you don't ever want to use primer arms again also use wax as a release agent on straw
U should 3d print a plug for the hole to keep stuff from falling in when the flush surface is needed for other uses of the bench. I need to remove the press to clean rifles so brushes etc falling in that is a concern.
I'm a welder by trade so I made my own quick mount. looking to make a new plate for next press. I'm cheap would rather spend money on other equipment . but thanks for the video keep them coming.
Better late than never! I have that same mount, and the 4" one for my Dillon. They're freaking awesome. I didnt router my bench either, because I skinned my bench with stainless steel. Not router friendly. Also, I did a video on that APP swaging kit that you were asking about on the Georgia chat a few weeks ago. Merry Christmas, Johnny.
I spent several hours today playing with the APP. I'm pretty sure I already watched your video on the swaging kit but I might need to watch again. My initial tests were ok but I haven't tried priming the brass yet. Thanks!
I use the Lee bench plate system and am quite happy with it. It would be nice if they made plates with holes pre-drilled for other brands of presses though.
I keep saying that I need to get these for all my Lee presses so that I can use my reloading bench as a decent work surface too. I think you finally pushed me over the edge to go ahead and get a few. I wanted the flush mounts also, but seems like most of the YT'ers out there are always doing the elevated mounts.
I have the 4in mount and I love them, I also bought the holder for the other presses. I've been considering fabricating some sort of bin holder to hold bullets and brass. I also have the bench mount as well to use two presses at the same time, Excellent product.
build some shelves for the rear and or side of bench then place some shims under front legs so bench tilts slightly to the rear and jam bench against the wall. That will fix it ! Also build a little 2x6 frame say one foot wide just slightly higher than bench clearance raise bench and place frame under area where presses sit then drop bench down. VERY VERY SOLID !
Got one for the Lyman turret press I have. Waiting for reloading components to become readily available to get another. For now it’s all archery til I can get primers and powder to play with
Nice system but a little expensive. Those wingnuts go for $1.50 each. With limited bench space though this is the way to go for different press brands. I use lee and have their interchangeable system. This is more versatile.
You know, that black thing with the numbers on your drill is an adjustable clutch which let's you set a torque limit so you don't torque out or strip screws. You can just run it balls out.
See if you can find a wing nut that you could screw a threaded blank into. Lock tight it into the wing nut then use it in the tension hole. That way you can tighten and loosen with no trouble . I did not explain this as well as I would have liked but hope you get the idea. It appeared from the video that there was more than enough room for it.
The only thing I don't like about this mount is that it hangs over the front of the work bench. I get that it has to so you can reach the wing nuts to secure whatever plate you're using. Or do you? A lot of benches are made with a 2x4 standing on end to make the frame of the bench. Much like typical wall stud framing. So this leaves most people needing to drill really long holes through the edge of the work bench top down through the 3 /12" 2x4 and in most cases, purchase at least 4" screws with washers, nuts, lock nuts, or whatever they need to mount their press's front edge to the front side of the bench. I saw another video with a guy using the same mounting plate. Now, he used a router, which is how I would prefer to do it just to keep it flush with the top of the bench. But to each his own. Routing it however may require a thicker top instead of 3/4" plywood which is what I'm also using. In some cases though, I'll cut a rectangular piece or square piece of 3/4 ply, glue and screw to the underside of my bench top in certain areas to give me a thicker mounting area where needed. But I digress. This video I saw showed a guy with the same 2x4 on end at the front of the bench and he was using the same mounting plate as you're using here. But he drilled 2 over-sized holes straight through the top of the bench on the front edge, down through the 2x4. Basically a 4 1/4" holes(the thickness of a 2x4 and 3/4" plywood top) straight down on the front edge of the bench. He mounted the plate but he set the plate back toward the back of the bench far enough so that the front edge was flush with the front edge of the bench (no plate over-hang). Then he used threaded metal sleeves by inserting them up through the bottom of the holes at the front edge until they met the steel plate. He used the screws that came with the plate to screw into the threaded sleeves at the top, but then used a short length of all-thread and a washer at the bottom (bottom of the 2x4 front edge), then he screwed on the wing nuts to the all-thread. It seems like a lot of work but this give you the ability or advantage of having your plate not hang over the front of your reloading bench. The challenge may be finding these sleeves. I haven't looked yet but I think this is what I'm going to do. There's a better way that drilling a mess of holes. Ultimate Reloader uses his steel t-tracks but I haven't been able to find steel. Looks like he's going to try to pattent and sell his own. I'm not over-paying or what I can do myself. Anyway, you might be able to find the video I'm thinking of by searching inline fabrication reloading bench. Always great Videos Johnny!!
the studs get protected by those black plastic rubber protective caps covers you took off earlier. I also don't understand why you need to route out bench top when the finished product sticks out above the table top
$200 for mounting things seems reasonable...I would say only in reloading, but if you start buying adapters for engine parts, $200 really does seem reasonable. Love how detailed you get!
I am a little worried about the "carriage" part that comes up. It looks like it cants really bad at the end of the stroke. That can't be good for concentricity, I wouldn't think! Maybe the shell holder has enough slop that it doesn't matter...but it's one of the things I've noticed so far. I'm looking forward to putting it though its paces.
@@JohnnysReloadingBench Yeah, I noticed that as well on my new one. The first one, the shell holder wasn't even close to aligning with the die body. I need to get a concentricity gauge to test.
@00 00 Yeah, hindsight 20;20. I should've went that route too, but it was hard to pass up the sale for $160 just to try it out. I cant find a Forster now.
So when I built my bench, it was waist high when I stood next to it. I didn't mind because I also have a high barstool to sit on. There is a Inline Fabrication flush mount whose front lip is flush with the bench. This meant routing out space for wing nuts and fingers. Too bad UA-cam won't allow pictures.
I laid a 2x8 flat under my bench and braced that with 2x4's. I know you are braced up pretty good yourself. Maybe you can get a 2x4 flat between your bracing for those back bolts
I reload from my couch have a custom made three-legged oak short stool that all my presses will Mount to and nothing gets Rusty in the garage. And I can watch Johnny's reloading bench or reruns of Oprah when attention is not required in my reloading. 😜
Thanks for the in-depth video on this and *especially* showing the mounting and some of the hurdles you had to deal with. I've seen @gavintoobe review and pimp out the system and been wanting to pick it up for my Harbor Freight wood bench to set up my Lee LoadMaster, but wasn't sure if it would work with the bench. This has me pretty well decided to pick it up; just have to decide whether to get the lifted bracket or the sorta-flush mount like you did... I plan to sit, like a civilized person, but may use a drafting-style chair that sits up in the air that would allow me to stand or sit, depending on my mood (also plan to place comfort foam mats around the base of the bench, since it's in a carpeted room and spilled powder is bad news for that).
Go to Lowes and buy some nylon wing nuts to replace the wing nuts they give you ... Cheaper and better. I LOVE my inline fab stuff ... Changed my life!!
I buy a press for each round. I'm at 15 presses for the calibers I shoot. Each have their own bench.
let me guess all of them are progressives'
@@seantierney3 single stage. Do it right or not at all.
I think this is my favorite comment of the year. You guys are hilarious today!
@@kevinroberts781 I had a wife that told her lazy son the same thing, and wondered why he never got anything done. She was lousy at phrases. It goes like this: Do it right the first time and you won't have to do it again for free.
@@bryanst.martin7134 I think I know her.
I have to confess to actually laughing when you made that comment about people who stand up while reloading. Fellow sitter here!
Same! 😂
I sat too long, built a new bench today in my new dedicated reloading room, bench is 2.5 meters long and 4 ft high(for standing), place for 3 presses. If I get tired I can always take a bar stool. But I’ll build a 1 press bench for that room too for seating hight
For me it's your ability to take a ten minute topic and turn it into an hour long video repleat with humorous observations and great commentary. That and valuable reloading information is what makes JRB videos so great. Thank you!
30 seconds of good info. 23 minutes of useless info nobody cares about. Hopefully you are not a lecturer.
Johnny, I've watched/downloaded MANY of your videos and I love your work, BUT I've never heard anyone whine so much about the BEST purchase you could have made !!!! I used to sit down when reloading and started having some issues. After watching Ultimate Reloader using this system I bought the 9" tall stand and 4 plates for various presses, etc. I also bought 2 of the accessory plates that attach to the end of my other bench to store my (not in use) presses. The Inline Fabrication system is BY FAR the best system going...PERIOD. I am now one of those "weirdos" as you say ( I stand to reload) and I couldn't be happier. Stop whining and start using the best system on the planet. I have no affiliation with the company. Just an extremely happy user.
“I can take a 10 minute video and make it much longer.” LOL. One of the reasons I subscribe! Informative as always. Practical. I have several Inline Fab products and they are amazing. Thanks sir!
Gotta say that made me chuckle when I heard Johnny say that.
I just tightened the set screw to take out the slop and never touched it again. Its a good system. the top plate storage is great. I saved the protectors that the top plates shipped with to keep the studs from getting dinged up. Next thing you know there will be a dillon on a quick change plate there.
Great video today MoparMadman!!
@@ewetho Thanks!
Yes ... Never touch the set screw ... Beta stuff ever
Use your extra lag screws to secure bench to wall studs
Need a stud finder to do that. Kentucky doesn't have that. Lucky they have shoes. Lol
@@zinfendal0 if it didn’t snow there sometimes, they wouldn’t.
They make so many good lag screws these days. Not the big clunky galvanized ones. Simpson Strong Tie, Ledger LOK, Timber LOK, GPX. And they're just as strong in most cases stronger than the big ones. Many different sizes and lengths. Gotta screw it to the wall for sure. It's nice when nothing moves. Just be prepared for the wife to yell, "what was that? I felt the whole house shake!" ha
Thank you for the thorough video. I hate it when videos are too abbreviated and leave me with more questions than answers. This video was perfect for me since I am the new owner of a Lee Breech Lock Challenger press and a Lee APP.
Inline Fab is awesome. And it’s not just mounting plates. Their press accessories and storage solutions are well thought out and high quality too.
Great video, going to go check out Inline Fab now. Now that you have some extra 3" wood screws, find a couple studs behind your bench and use the screws to secure it.
I appreciate your cadence and speaking while on camera. You don't stutter, stammer or drag your feet and pace repeating yourself. As a person who gets straight to the point and walks fast, talks fast, gets things done and doesn't waste time I am right with you. Say what you think and mean the first time. BTW, I like these mounts too!
Inline is an awesome company. Mounting solutions for those of us poors that don’t have 30 foot long benches. 👍🏼 Glad you took the plunge. Thanks for all the time you put into videos
I just started to reload and I went overboard on everything including Inline Fabrication pieces including the Quick Change. Today I was putting up LED lights above the bench (I have the Dillon XL750).and the press and case feed was totally in the way. I twisted the wing nuts off, detached the press and bingo...I could get up on the bench and mount the lights. It worked great. I did run into the same problem when I installed the Quick Change in that I had to use screws because of the 2x4s underneath and I used 3/4 inch plywood as my top layer over 3/4 existing plywood (this was in my garage as a workbench).
Love my InLine mounts, makes for quick changes, good vid!
Excellent video. Just purchased mine - couldn't follow the instructions. Your video surely worth 10,000 words. Thank you.
I had been thinking about incorporating this system into my presses for some time. Your video has convinced me. Very pleasant and very well explained. You would be a good sales agent for the guys at Inline Fabrication.
Greetings
Just picked up a Redding T7 for my bday. Can't wait to give it a shot!
Your Not last! Just ordered mine! Same as above for two presses. Also ordered the PLUG for the Hole in the Plate to keep it "cleaner"
YOUR VIDEOS ARE GREAT!
I love mine. I THINK they mention the reason they don't provide those screws is because everyone's bench is different and the length is a variable they didn't want to deal with. They provide the screws for all of the top plates, just the one that mounts to your bench is the odd ball. They also have a plate that you can send in the bolt pattern and they will make a custom plate for you. My vise was not on their list and I had them make me one. My template was for crap and it still worked great. I also put my bench grinder on one and my mini-chop saw for cutting down brass. Again, I love mine, just have to find places to store them all. They make plates for that too.
I don't touch that set screw and it seems to keep my presses okay.
Shortly after I began reloading in the late 1970's (boy did that hurt), one of my first thoughts was to have a common mounting plate secured to the bench. I opted for a 10 x 7 x 3/4 CRS plate then drilled and tapped holes which accommodated my press collection which of course grew over the years. While I don't have the quick mount system shown above, most of the presses use between two and four bolts to mount. Switching presses takes only a minute and the plate also accommodates vises, priming tools, case trim tools, and neck turning tools
Johnny,
I have the same setup on top of two benches and Inline Fabrications makes quality products. If you haven’t tried it yet, look into the case ejector system, it works like a champ and saves some time and motion. Love your channel and have learned a ton from you without blowing my face off. Thanks!
That is a neat little system. Thanks for showing it off
I also opted for the hanger that allows you to organize your presses on a wall
1,000 thumbs up on the equipment reviews. I was looking at that universal bullet seater and my first thought was I wonder what Johnny would say
I have lots of online products ..... set screw is used to take out the wobble in the plate but you only need to let it just touch the plate and I haven’t had to readjust it since
Good video, thanks for sharing. I was in the same boat as yourself. I didn't want to route my benchtop, so I used the spacer plate. Nothing against Inlinefabrication, but your video is easier to follow then the manufacturers.
I love these guys, I've had three bases for about 5 years, I like mine installed on the top with the base plate, no routing and I do own a router. I've got my presses (3), my vices, grinder, cut off saw (for making 300 blk), my Dillon primer tool, etc. Love this.
I tighten the set screw for each change...15 seconds. I've got several things for one bench plate and love all of it. Inline Precision makes nice stuff. He also has a little plastic plug for the bench plate if you're worried about it. Bolt the bench to the wall. It feels good to lean hard on the handle and nothing moves at all.
Do we need to crowd fund some L brackets and a stud finder so he can mount his bench better?
He already got the screws. 😁
"I always forget to take the rubber protective thingys off" is UA-cam line of the year.
That one is definitely memorable. I thought “I’ve been known to strip out a hole or two in my day” was the money quote.
@@justmike4096that I expect from Kentucky.
Thanks for the video! You did not go overboard on the details. I’m going to order this!!!
The tall In-line mount is not necessarily for standing. It puts the work up your line of vision. I didn’t realize how much I was leaning and crouching to see until my presses, trimmers, and swagers got all up in my grill. Great products. Get the wall hangers, cuz what else you gonna do? Pile your presses in a corner? I recommend the singles. The doubles only give you less flexibility. Thanks for the great videos... just built my PID controller yesterday. I need to print up a Johnny’s Reloading Bench sticker to slap on the top of that fine piece of precision instrumentation. Got an official logo?
I mounted mine 1 1/4 inch overhang rather than the 1 1/2 in the instructions to allow a better bite into the bench front support beam. I used Chevrolet custom valve cover T nuts 1/4 - 20 to clear the bench edge. Much easier to remove and install equipment. Also two (2) spacer plates with the mounting plate comes to 23/32 the same as baltic birch plywood allowing a true flush mount without routing just cutting the plywood to fit. Just my 2 cents.
I have 4 quick change inline mounts got absolutely nothing bad to say about there stuff. It's a great system worth every penny I spent.
I'm not one to complain because one of your videos is too long. I enjoy them all. I remember watching you put the 5000 subscriber sign up. I looked and seen you have over 90K now. We need to get you to 100K so you can add a new sign.
I have my press on a more general purpose bench. Being able to easily dismount the press when I need the full top will be a big help.
I have a bench that I can stand at and have a nice barstool chair to sit when I want. With wither one I needed my press to be a little higher so I bought the 7.5" mount. It puts it at the exact height I need. Bolted down it is SOLID!
I only have one press, so I didn't get the quick change plate, but I firmly believe an Inline Fabrication mount is an absolute must for any reloader.
My bench is mounted to the wall, metal bench with 2" of wood under the metal. You'll still get some bounce or vibration but not as much. I've been using Lee's quik mount/change plates in one spot but the most of my most used presses are directly mounted to the bench in a row, with plenty of room on either side. Two sets of metal obsolete mail box units turned sideways and stacked on to of each other for dies, bullets and brass seperated in up and down rows for each caliber. It puts alot of stuff in a neet orginized area obove and behind presses and bench.
Completely agree with you. I use common sense by sitting down while reloading. I already stand enough at work and then afterwards by taking care of the property. Many people will say they stand while reloading so they can see down into the case for visual powder checks. Makes no sense when they make very inexpensive clip-on mirrors like I use to see the powder level from when sitting down. There's also powder checkers that make a beeping sound when the powder is over or under the proper charge.
I have my press mounted to a piece of 2x12 that I clamp the 2x12 to my table. Works well and is actually a lot more solid than you’d expect.
Dan makes good stuff. I have those quick-change plates on all my equipment. It always fits. Each hole is dead on. I wish he would put out a kit for putting the quick-change system on a T-Tracks.
Appreciate. I too like to sit while loading so this flush/semi-flush system is interesting. Right now I only worry about three presses... two Lee, one RCBS... that have worked well with Lee's bench plate system. But what I really liked was that this system can accommodate a vise. So thanks... have to explore this.
Welcome to the inline family, I have same setup x2. Got a 4" riser on one of the mounts, and waiting for a 4" Micro.
All mounted on 1 1/2" hard laminated benchplate mounted on steel suports.
My benchplate will bend a little and lift from the floor if I push it on the 4" riser, but the mount do not give at all. Next move is to get the bench mounted to the wall. Great stuff.
And I reload standing.🙂
P.s. Mount one screw at the time when mounting top plates to the presses.😉
Two hour JRB videos are way less tedious than 45 min nutnfancy ordeals.
I sit and stand, depending how my butt and back feel. I need one if those fancy adjustable ergonomic tables.
I do the same. I have one of the flush mounts that Johnny got, and I have a 9 3/4” tall Ultramounts.
It's all about building your bench with your ergonomics in mind.
I built my bench 41" high and have a bar stool to sit on. It doesn't matter if I sit or stand, everything is still just the right height for me. However, I was bending over too much on the press downstroke so I got the 7.5" InLine Fabrication Ultramount and it's absolutely perfect now. The bottom of the downstroke is exactly at the height of my hand with my arm fully extended.
I use the Inline Fabrication Stand and the Roller Handle with my Redding T-7 Turret Press. I have several turrets pre-loaded with various caliber die sets - so I’m not changing presses.
I like that Inline have plain top plates that you can drill yourself to suit whatever you might want to use on the bench like a case trimmer, Forster primer, concentricity gauge etc...
JRB you’re actually the reason I ditched my flexy old press/mount in favor of a new press and the Inline Fab system. I used to watch how solid your T7 press was even on bigger calibers. You’ll love that mount system, mine fit snug without adjustment right out of the box though.
once you get started using the inline fab plates you will be hooked . i got the flush mount and the 9 inch riser . im in to my setup just over $300.00 right now , with more to get .
I like the looks of that mounting plate system, this will free up some workbench space when I'm not reloading.
I'm cheap. I mount pieces to 1x hardwood and clamp to the bench as needed.
Thanks as always for the opinion/review. I don't think I'd ever use that system, but it's good to know that it works well for those who do.
What kind of monsters reload while standing up? I didn't know they even existed. Just when you thought 2020 couldn't get any worse
I mean...take a load off and get comfortable. The process takes a lot of time.
@@JohnnysReloadingBench I'm old enough now that I sit down for everything I can, and there are still some things that I wish I could figure out how to do while sitting.
I have to stand because the bench is at standing height and don’t have a chair/ stool high enough. It isnt too bad because i don’t reload for long enough to bug me.
God didn’t build humans to sit down all day. I have to do that for work. I want to walk around when I escape the job.
I currently reload out in the barn, lol.. Don’t have a chair out there, though I kinda wish I did. But, as many things as I forget and have to walk away to grab, I may as well not have one, lol.
Nice video. I am slowly getting stuff around to start reloading. Looks like a nice system.
I just bought and installed the flat Inline Fabrication mount. It's a huge chunk of steel and really a quality mount.
Johnny, that set screw is indeed to remove any slop in the press plate. You're supposed to add a little bit of preload to the press or equipment plate you're installing just a tiny bit. Enough where your final screw turns on the Wingnuts actually compress the plate and pull it tight. Want you set that set screw you set it and forget it. I had the same question and called inline Fabrications Dan. Hope it helps brother, Echo.
I was surprised that the little set screw was enough to stop all of the upward movement or flex in the tongue area. Seems like such a small contact area taking all of that force. It all seemed to work, though! I guess I'll just need to go through all of my devices and see which top plate requires the screw to be lowest, and use that to set it. Thanks for the confirmation! Its use becomes pretty obvious after you start messing with it, but a few lines in the instructions would have been helpful.
Just gotta love those 1-1.125" Inch Fender Washers!
I used the medium height riser on my bench. It’s fine if I’m standing or if I’m sitting on the barstool I keep there. I use it for a Hornady lnl ap, an old rock chucker, and a harbor freight vice (which I have torqued ar barrel nuts and other parts on without issues.) I just tighten/ loosen the set screw every time I change plates, but I have a set of t handle Allen wrenches on the bench within arms length of the mount so it’s a non issue for me. I definitely like a lot of there accessories (press mounts, rock chucker shell kicker & primer drop, bin mounts for the wall and press and a handful of other stuff.)
I use the 4 inch micro mount. Solid piece of equipment.
Keep in doing what you’re doing I like your videos they’re generally very thorough and hace the occasional odd comment or mishap every now and then - which makes your content real .. look forward to your upcoming videos- for the record I have the junior and standard inline quick connect mounts - when I load pistol I like to sit and when I load rifle I feel better standing up.. and after this video I’m ordering the flush mount.
Great system. Love it. I highly recommend the routed in flush mount.
Great Demo. I'm going to replace my bench top. Over the years I've learned so much from your honest, very complete explanations. Yes, I've noticed the bench movement, too. My old bench was not mounted to the wall and it moved quite a bit also. It did not bend or flex, the entire bench moved. I put a block on the leg nearest the press and pressed down with my foot to hold the bench in place. I can feel for you. Am I right your entire bench moves and fastening it to the wall would stop that? The bench is fine otherwise?
Once you set the rear screw you should be good. I have never had to reset mine. I have 7 different mount plates that I use with the base mount. As far as tightening mounting bolts and wing nuts, snug is sufficient to hold things down.
Thanks a lot, now I’m gonna end up spending even more money on my reloading setup
I have the same lee challenger and I don't use the priming piece and hated it throwing primers out to the right so I took a straw and ran it down the center of the ram and filled the outside of the Grove with quick steel epoxy careful to not use to much problem no longer exists all primers go down tube now after straw removal just be sure you don't ever want to use primer arms again also use wax as a release agent on straw
They definitely got some good stuff. I ordered the ergo roller handle and their case ejector system for my rock chucker. Can't wait to try them out
U should 3d print a plug for the hole to keep stuff from falling in when the flush surface is needed for other uses of the bench. I need to remove the press to clean rifles so brushes etc falling in that is a concern.
I'm a welder by trade so I made my own quick mount. looking to make a new plate for next press. I'm cheap would rather spend money on other equipment . but thanks for the video keep them coming.
I have the wall mount storage and keep everything I'm not using there. Keep the little rubber protectors and put them back when not using that plate.
Better late than never! I have that same mount, and the 4" one for my Dillon. They're freaking awesome. I didnt router my bench either, because I skinned my bench with stainless steel. Not router friendly. Also, I did a video on that APP swaging kit that you were asking about on the Georgia chat a few weeks ago. Merry Christmas, Johnny.
I spent several hours today playing with the APP. I'm pretty sure I already watched your video on the swaging kit but I might need to watch again. My initial tests were ok but I haven't tried priming the brass yet. Thanks!
I use the Lee bench plate system and am quite happy with it. It would be nice if they made plates with holes pre-drilled for other brands of presses though.
Thanks for the video. Was debating on spending the money in this system but you have ended the debate. Guess I’ll spend some more money.
I keep saying that I need to get these for all my Lee presses so that I can use my reloading bench as a decent work surface too. I think you finally pushed me over the edge to go ahead and get a few. I wanted the flush mounts also, but seems like most of the YT'ers out there are always doing the elevated mounts.
put angle iron on both sides of the 2x4 and bolt the quick change plate down through the top and the angle iron. rock solid!
also bolt the angle iron to the 2x4, forgot to say that in my first comment.
I have the 4in mount and I love them, I also bought the holder for the other presses. I've been considering fabricating some sort of bin holder to hold bullets and brass. I also have the bench mount as well to use two presses at the same time, Excellent product.
build some shelves for the rear and or side of bench then place some shims under front legs so bench tilts slightly to the rear and jam bench against the wall. That will fix it !
Also build a little 2x6 frame say one foot wide just slightly higher than bench clearance raise bench and place frame under area where presses sit then drop bench down. VERY VERY SOLID !
Got one for the Lyman turret press I have. Waiting for reloading components to become readily available to get another. For now it’s all archery til I can get primers and powder to play with
Nice system but a little expensive. Those wingnuts go for $1.50 each. With limited bench space though this is the way to go for different press brands. I use lee and have their interchangeable system. This is more versatile.
You know, that black thing with the numbers on your drill is an adjustable clutch which let's you set a torque limit so you don't torque out or strip screws. You can just run it balls out.
See if you can find a wing nut that you could screw a threaded blank into. Lock tight it into the wing nut then use it in the tension hole. That way you can tighten and loosen with no trouble . I did not explain this as well as I would have liked but hope you get the idea. It appeared from the video that there was more than enough room for it.
Real weirdo here, Short bar stool and waist high bench. LOL
The only thing I don't like about this mount is that it hangs over the front of the work bench. I get that it has to so you can reach the wing nuts to secure whatever plate you're using. Or do you? A lot of benches are made with a 2x4 standing on end to make the frame of the bench. Much like typical wall stud framing. So this leaves most people needing to drill really long holes through the edge of the work bench top down through the 3 /12" 2x4 and in most cases, purchase at least 4" screws with washers, nuts, lock nuts, or whatever they need to mount their press's front edge to the front side of the bench.
I saw another video with a guy using the same mounting plate. Now, he used a router, which is how I would prefer to do it just to keep it flush with the top of the bench. But to each his own. Routing it however may require a thicker top instead of 3/4" plywood which is what I'm also using. In some cases though, I'll cut a rectangular piece or square piece of 3/4 ply, glue and screw to the underside of my bench top in certain areas to give me a thicker mounting area where needed. But I digress. This video I saw showed a guy with the same 2x4 on end at the front of the bench and he was using the same mounting plate as you're using here. But he drilled 2 over-sized holes straight through the top of the bench on the front edge, down through the 2x4. Basically a 4 1/4" holes(the thickness of a 2x4 and 3/4" plywood top) straight down on the front edge of the bench. He mounted the plate but he set the plate back toward the back of the bench far enough so that the front edge was flush with the front edge of the bench (no plate over-hang). Then he used threaded metal sleeves by inserting them up through the bottom of the holes at the front edge until they met the steel plate. He used the screws that came with the plate to screw into the threaded sleeves at the top, but then used a short length of all-thread and a washer at the bottom (bottom of the 2x4 front edge), then he screwed on the wing nuts to the all-thread. It seems like a lot of work but this give you the ability or advantage of having your plate not hang over the front of your reloading bench. The challenge may be finding these sleeves. I haven't looked yet but I think this is what I'm going to do. There's a better way that drilling a mess of holes. Ultimate Reloader uses his steel t-tracks but I haven't been able to find steel. Looks like he's going to try to pattent and sell his own. I'm not over-paying or what I can do myself. Anyway, you might be able to find the video I'm thinking of by searching inline fabrication reloading bench. Always great Videos Johnny!!
Folks over at in-line are great 👍🏼
good stuff about working standing: your posture and your health. as software developer on the lockdown I missing my standing desk at the office.
the studs get protected by those black plastic rubber protective caps covers you took off earlier.
I also don't understand why you need to route out bench top when the finished product sticks out above the table top
$200 for mounting things seems reasonable...I would say only in reloading, but if you start buying adapters for engine parts, $200 really does seem reasonable. Love how detailed you get!
You drive me nuts , I just wanted to let you know that. I’ve finally found a fellow over thinker like myself
Yeah, need to see your thought on the M press. My first one was out of concentricity, the second one after warranty seems good though.
I am a little worried about the "carriage" part that comes up. It looks like it cants really bad at the end of the stroke. That can't be good for concentricity, I wouldn't think! Maybe the shell holder has enough slop that it doesn't matter...but it's one of the things I've noticed so far. I'm looking forward to putting it though its paces.
@@JohnnysReloadingBench Yeah, I noticed that as well on my new one. The first one, the shell holder wasn't even close to aligning with the die body. I need to get a concentricity gauge to test.
@00 00 Yeah, hindsight 20;20. I should've went that route too, but it was hard to pass up the sale for $160 just to try it out. I cant find a Forster now.
There is a little plug that fits the opening in the plate so stuff doesn’t fall into the opening when you are not using it 😁😁
You'll love the M-press!
So when I built my bench, it was waist high when I stood next to it. I didn't mind because I also have a high barstool to sit on. There is a Inline Fabrication flush mount whose front lip is flush with the bench. This meant routing out space for wing nuts and fingers. Too bad UA-cam won't allow pictures.
I laid a 2x8 flat under my bench and braced that with 2x4's. I know you are braced up pretty good yourself. Maybe you can get a 2x4 flat between your bracing for those back bolts
Love ya, man, keep doing what you’re doing
I reload from my couch have a custom made three-legged oak short stool that all my presses will Mount to and nothing gets Rusty in the garage. And I can watch Johnny's reloading bench or reruns of Oprah when attention is not required in my reloading. 😜
I also reload sitting down but have the 9' tall stand. I use a bar stool/chair.
Thanks for the in-depth video on this and *especially* showing the mounting and some of the hurdles you had to deal with.
I've seen @gavintoobe review and pimp out the system and been wanting to pick it up for my Harbor Freight wood bench to set up my Lee LoadMaster, but wasn't sure if it would work with the bench. This has me pretty well decided to pick it up; just have to decide whether to get the lifted bracket or the sorta-flush mount like you did... I plan to sit, like a civilized person, but may use a drafting-style chair that sits up in the air that would allow me to stand or sit, depending on my mood (also plan to place comfort foam mats around the base of the bench, since it's in a carpeted room and spilled powder is bad news for that).
That bench has more movement than a Hula dancer!
Go to Lowes and buy some nylon wing nuts to replace the wing nuts they give you ... Cheaper and better. I LOVE my inline fab stuff ... Changed my life!!
Great video. Why didn’t you allow room to put the cartridge bin on right hand side ?
Stand up reloader here. I prefer it. I have a stand up desk in my office too. I like the freedom of movement .
it's ok make them as long as you need we'll still watch them.