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Post by remingtonguy on Aug 2, 2012 4:07:51 GMT -5
I recently bought a lee load all II reloader. Now i need help figuring out what bushings to use for my shot and powder. I am reloading 2 & 3/4 in. Federal target hulls, waa12 hulls, federal primers, #7&1/2 lead shot, and hogdon longshot powder. Any helpwould be greatly appreciated.
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Post by slugger on Aug 2, 2012 19:29:58 GMT -5
First get a Book. Never rely on heresay!!!
Unless it's mine ,you can take my load info as cast in concrete or at least lead.
No get a book....
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Post by xp100 on Aug 2, 2012 20:38:43 GMT -5
Get a book and a good powder scale. Use the receipe in the book depending on the hulls you use. Federal hulls are straight wall and WAA wads are for trpered base hulls. Read the book and don't try to make your own receipe, the pressure could be on the dangerous side. Even different wads can cause higher pressure.
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Post by remingtonguy on Aug 3, 2012 2:35:50 GMT -5
Any recommendations for a good book or two?
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Post by ET on Aug 3, 2012 5:59:21 GMT -5
Remingtonguy If you are comfortable using a computer all common loads for reloading can usually be found on websites of powder manufacturers. Here is an example below in the link. data.hodgdon.com/shotshell_load.aspJust provide/select some info for your selection and it will show you the data and requirements for the load. Ed |
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Post by AJ on Aug 3, 2012 6:31:04 GMT -5
The online data sources do not have instructions showing newbies what is going on. The Lyman shotshell manual is good. You can learn the differences in hull designs as well as the different wad types.
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Post by ET on Aug 3, 2012 9:43:18 GMT -5
The online data sources do not have instructions showing newbies what is going on. The Lyman shotshell manual is good. You can learn the differences in hull designs as well as the different wad types. No disputing that comment as mine was only a guide for load composition. You’re right about other sources of information. But choosing a specific hull or type of wad for its design is more for an advanced user IMO seeking ultimate performance. For a beginner just wanting to start out he has a lot to learn about simple shotshell reloading. When using a specific reloader it is wise to first follow the manufacturer’s recommended instructions for guidance to get to know how to safely use this equipment. leeprecision.com/cgi-data/instruct/LA1088.pdfThen if a bushing chart did not come with his equipment the easiest course for one would be to contact the manufacturer for a copy of one. Ed |
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Post by remingtonguy on Aug 6, 2012 15:49:30 GMT -5
Thanks to everyones help i have now successfully reloaded a few boxes. Thanks for all the help. Also, the lymans book was and still is very helpful.
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