Originally Posted by
RedfootRanch
Hi,
New to this forum but have had QL v.3.9 for about a year now, trying to get thru the learning curve. I read the manual completely and decided I would you it for 'reference' along with reloading manuals until I got thru the steep learning curve. My initial intent was primarily for rifle loads but I load for 2 pistols, as well. Many things I questioned when reading the manual have become clearer as I've perused QL and additional questions have been answered reading thru this thread. I am going to try and get out of QL all that it can offer.
I load 204 Ruger Match, 204 AI, (2) 20x47 Lapua, 22 CM and 243AI chambers and with different barrel lengths. I read that twist rate could be factored in under 'Gun Data' but am unsure how this figures into 'Cartridge Dimensions' input box? I want to be to keep my different lots/ headstamps of brass per chamber separated based on 'Max Case Capacity' and believe I have this figured out. My intent is to alter and save 'Propellants' with temps higher than the default 70 degrees in my propellants file(s) based on avg. temps in my area for when loads will be ran. I have bullets which are not 'manufacturer' built and believe I have the process of inputting them understood. My final tweak for input will be for 'Friction Proof', as I HBN coat all bullets.
I will read the manual again now that I have 'played' the program. My intention is to uninstall and reinstall QL, as my altered 'input data fields' in my loaded version have been saved. I now understand I need to save these changes in a specific way to preserve the default numbers QL came with, for future use in a particular cartridge/bullet configuration.
Any input in my areas of concern would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks,
Dale