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joecool911
05-04-2009, 10:44 AM
Are the micro band design molds specific to Lee only, or are there other manufactures? I like the fact that you can size and lube on the cheap. I got a Ranch Dog mold and really like it. Too bad he is giving up.
imashooter2
05-04-2009, 12:31 PM
I believe that Lee is the only one producing those, but you can size and lube standard designs with the same system and equipment.
44man
05-04-2009, 12:41 PM
Don't overlook the fact that TL boolits work even better with Felix or one of Lar's lubes on them. Nothing says you need Lee snot.
markinalpine
05-04-2009, 01:29 PM
...describes how to design a TL style mould on his site:
http://www.mountainmolds.com/

Good, Luck,
Mark :castmine:
joecool911
05-04-2009, 07:58 PM
What are TL boolits or TL design molds?
stubshaft
05-04-2009, 08:32 PM
What are TL boolits or TL design molds?

TL = TUMBLE LUBE

Generally boolits lubed with LLA (Lee Liquid Alox)
joecool911
05-04-2009, 09:35 PM
TL = TUMBLE LUBE

Generally boolits lubed with LLA (Lee Liquid Alox)

I figured it was something that anyone here should have known.

Is is OK to use this method on standard grooved bullets?

http://ranchdogmolds.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=55&t=99
Treeman
05-04-2009, 10:09 PM
Yes. Tumble lubing conventional designs works exceedingly well.
Slow Elk 45/70
05-05-2009, 01:57 AM
Sure is OK to use on other designs,Lee Mule Snot works OK up to about 1400FPS IMHO.
Liquid ALOX is the same stuff only cheaper in larger bottles. Good luck.
joecool911
05-05-2009, 09:46 AM
Sure is OK to use on other designs,Lee Mule Snot works OK up to about 1400FPS IMHO.
Liquid ALOX is the same stuff only cheaper in larger bottles. Good luck.

Now here is the problem...All my loads exceed 1,400 fps from lever guns. Even with gas checks the dip lube is only good for 1,400?
Hurricane
05-07-2009, 08:17 AM
Lee does not put a 1400 FPS limit on use of its Liquid ALOX. They recommend it for all bullets both pistol and rifle. Give it a try before you decide it will be a problem.
markinalpine
05-07-2009, 11:40 AM
You might want to review his book. Here's a link to an on-line version:

http://www.lasc.us/IndexBrennan.htm

Also, don't forget the Classics and Stickies on this forum:

http://castboolits.gunloads.com/forumdisplay.php?f=35

Mark :castmine:
joecool911
05-07-2009, 06:37 PM
Lee does not put a 1400 FPS limit on use of its Liquid ALOX. They recommend it for all bullets both pistol and rifle. Give it a try before you decide it will be a problem.

Not the answer I was looking for. Anyone have a different (higher) velocity threshhold?
Ranch Dog
05-07-2009, 09:01 PM
I don't have a problem with the liquid alox. I shoot it in excess of 2400 FPS and at pressures from 40.0K to 60.0K PSI. Bullet fit is what is really important.
runfiverun
05-07-2009, 09:54 PM
i know of other guy's that will give the same response as michael did.
i am not one of them.
i use xlox as an additive for my rifle lube though.
Nora
05-08-2009, 08:13 PM
I don't have a problem with the liquid alox. I shoot it in excess of 2400 FPS and at pressures from 40.0K to 60.0K PSI. Bullet fit is what is really important.

I second this post.

Nora
OldBob
05-09-2009, 05:40 AM
If the loading manuals are to be believed, I'm shooting it at 1900 - 2100 fps in a couple of 35 cals. and getting zero leading, same results in my 30-30........ I like it.
Silicon Wolverine
05-11-2009, 05:10 PM
i shoot lee alox at 2500 FPS+ out of my 308 CETME with virtually no leading at all. its am myth that alox lube is for low veolicty only.

SW