Wondering if anyone on this board has modified their old Lyman Spartan to add compound linkage to aid in heavier duty work? Mine's been relegated to light duty as I got older. I'd like to put it back in use or give it to the kids with a few "upgrades" you can buy online from 3d printer people now.(primer catchers,etc)
Been thinking about this a long time as I've had this spartan since Johnson was president. I've done a little searching online and found two or three descriptions from people that have done this, but I cannot find any good photos.
Seems like the kind of place that 50 people here have done it already and learned something in the process. I'm just not sure where the best place to attach the next bolt hole would be.
Next, I might look into modifying the ram to use a spring instead of the little nut for holding the shell holders on. And I toy with painting it bright orange every year or so. And yes I still have the original 60s bicycle handle. (so does my 450)
Thoughts? comments? Lots of great pics and some info?