Lyman all american turret parts ?

[edward hogan]

I bought a replacement shellholder from Lyman that allows use of standard shellholders. It isn't spring retained, so you still have to use the set-screw, but there you are. If Lyman had done snap-in spring retention, would likely be using the press more often.

Something about the float you get with the spring tension versus hardmounted using set screw. Want that float so brass concentricity isn't compromised... Not like the springs are any big deal to make, could adapt it pretty easy I'm sure. Just never motivated to do so.

[Ben]

Billy,

Good to hear that you're back up and running. Where did you find your 5/16 ball bearing and spring ?

Ben

[Ben]

I bought a replacement shellholder from Lyman that allows use of standard shellholders. It isn't spring retained, so you still have to use the set-screw, but there you are. If Lyman had done snap-in spring retention, would likely be using the press more often.

Something about the float you get with the spring tension versus hardmounted using set screw. Want that float so brass concentricity isn't compromised... Not like the springs are any big deal to make, could adapt it pretty easy I'm sure. Just never motivated to do so.

I've heard of people using a hvy. rubber band. Allows the shell holder some " play " to assist in proper alignment.

[BCall]

Just saw your post Ben, sorry. I got the ball and spring at the Ace hardware in the next town over.



I also got the Lyman adapter for standard shellholders. I've been toying with the idea of using heat shrink tubing to hold the shellholders in place. May not be as easy as a rubber band, but could give it a little "float". I'm only going to use it for a couple of calibers anyway, so changing shellholders won't be a priority.

[quasi]

how about using an "O" ring?

[Ben]

quasi :

Yes, the " O " rings sounds like the answer to me also ?

[MikeS]

Another guy, on e bay, is selling 8 hole turrets for the All American which may be a more attractive option. I used him for a 6 hole turret for my Tru Line Jr. and am real happy I made that move!

I just got one of his 4 hole turrets for one of my Tru-Line Jr. presses (I have 2 of them), and so far it seems to work fine. Nice workmanship on his part. That along with Lyman's shell holder adapter, and this press is ready to work with modern tooling!