You give out good information and I enjoy and learn much from your videos. One of the best things you said was when you were encouraging people to stop and investigate all problems with the press instead of simply forcing something into failure. Having been a reloader since 1982, I have learned to respect these machines, and to realize they will talk to us when they have a problem, provided we are listening to them.
+lifelong learner Thanks! I appreciate the kind words. That's a very eloquent way to look at it...the machines talk to us providing we are listening to them. I'm going to use that if you don't mind. Glad to have a long-time reloader as a subscriber! Thanks again!
Awesome video!! I just purchased this press from a friend to get started reloading. This has been the most thorough & helpful video I've come across. Thank you very much for all the time you put into making it for us! Now I'm off to watch your other videos.
Excellent video series on the Hornady lnl AP Progressive Press, well done video series!! I find myself going back and reviewing the series to refresh myself on making sure everything is timed correctly on my Press. Thanks again for a great video series on our press!!!
The problem you had can be seen starting at 55:57. It was not the Ammo Plant's “Powder through Expander problem.” It was operator malfunction by crimping the empty shell case and then trying to seat a bullet in a crimped case. I just bought my Hornady Ammo Plant and have not used it yet since I’m just now assembling it. I’ve been reloading 45 years for both pistol and rifle as well as shot gun which I no longer reload. Other than the mentioned comment good video.
That's Exactly what happened, not sure how many others caught it. Should have laid that case to the side and started with a fresh one. That's what makes a progressive press tedious work. Got to concentrate. Wish I had a dollar for everytime I dumped powered or shot in my MEC. Great videos really detailed. Like the press, all but the wire Cam design for primers. A solid 3/4 moon piece machined to glide along would be stronger than a pin axle and wheel. I bet hornady will soon have a new design.
Your videos I've watched are very well done. Will be checking out some more as time allows. Sure is good to see someone doing videos that has some knowledge and not just a bunch of rambling. Nothing worse than having to watch a bunch of poorly done videos trying to find some needed info. Thanks
+dcct190 Thanks dcct190! I appreciate that. I'm getting better at it as time goes on. My older videos have bad resolution and whenever I review them, I'm tempted to redo them with my new camera and upgraded video software. I've been an NRA instructor since 1997 and have also taught college courses in computer programming so CZcams lets me combine my passion for reloading with my love of teaching. Thanks for watching!
I have used a large lock washer and the screw holding the shelplate never comes lose - I recommend spending a few cents on a lock washer and save time on checking and tightening it every once in a while
Thanks for the timely reply. I purchased a LNL AP before the year ended and upon receiving the unit I'm questioning the quality. I'm currently in AZ and visited the Dillon Precision store on Monday. Seems like their units are a little more precise. I hope I didn't make a mistake in purchasing the Hornady. I see other guys on you tube, high boy76, making minor modifications that I would think that Hornady would or could resolve. I'm going to jump in both feet with setup and reloading when I get home this weekend. I'm new to reloading and relying on you tube and common sense to get up and running.
Informative video. I'm debating between the hornady lnlap and Dillon 650. I already have a Dillon 550. Couple things I noticed. This press seems a little rough in the operation. Just not looking real smooth. The cartridges seem to be hanging up on the ezject. Maybe it is because you are deliberately running the press slowly for demonstration purposes. Since you aren't using the auto case feeder you have to place a bullet and empty case with the same hand. With the 550 you place a case with the right hand and a bullet with the left as you index manually. I know lots of people do not like the manual index but I actually like it. I'm thinking that even though I have to manually index I'm probably running at the same pace as a hornady. Its not all about speed though. Quality is more important to me than speed and I think both presses will turn out quality ammo.
Hi Thanks for another great video. I only load using a single stage press however I'm thinking of getting a Hornady Lock N Load LNL AP Press to load .223 and .450, so I hope this isn't a stupid question but how do you stop cases getting stuck in the sizing die if you're not lubing them?
kinza999 Hi Kinza, Not a stupid question at all! Hornady Pistol Dies have a Titanium Nitride ring inside that does the actual sizing, This Titanium Nitride ring is harder than carbide and is also extremely smooth, making it unnecessary to lube the cases. You can check out my video on Hornady Pistol Dies to see what this ring looks like. Hornady Rifle Dies, on the other hand, require the cases to be lubed. Thanks for the question! Hornady Loader
Thank you so much for this Video. Although my english speaking is not the best, I understand your video and it helps me a lot to understand my Hornady Press. Thank you very much for this. Is there any reason I can ask you one or two questions about the Press and some different calibers? Best regards from germany, Klaus ;-)
Lou Flores Yep, Dillon is definitely top of the line for presses. I get the Dillon catalog on occasion and have to lock up my credit cards before I break down and order one of those 1050's.
Hornadyloader, Great video, but I'm very surprised you don't have the Lock-n-load Deluxe Die Wrench...another note, I like Hornady, but I find that the best primer flip tray is Dillon's...
JBBooks4440 Yeah, Dillon has some great stuff. Hornady is good, but some of their products could use some improvements. Thanks for watching! Hornady Loader
+Victor V Hi Victor, I used the 45 Auto Custom grade die set from Hornady for this video. The part number is 546554. This set will do a roll crimp if needed. If you want the Taper Crimp set, the part # is 546555. For 45 Auto, I would recommend the Taper Crimp set. The powder Thru Expander (PTX) for the powder measure for 45 Auto is 290034 for 0.451" bullets and 290036 for 0.452" bullets. To use the PTX system, you'll also need the PTX Powder Measure Stop device, part # 290049. If your powder measure came with the rifle rotor and metering assembly, you might want to also get the pistol rotor and metering set, part # 050128. Thanks for watching!
Yeah, that seems to be a common problem with these ezject presses with the larger size cases, as mine does it too. Hornady told me that using the number 45 shell plate, as opposed to using the number 1 shell plate, was suppose to solve the problem, but as you see it didn't do so.
Why are you not explaining that the ez-ject is not working properly at the end of your video? Is this a problem with the system that is expected and does not have a fix?
+Semper Fi Fi Hi, Yes, my EZ-Ject was having problems, good eye. At 57:30 I did mention that one of the problems that may be encountered was that the EZ-Ject might hang up a bit. In this case, I knew that my EZ-Ject was damaged. The sub plate is cast and is not hardened steel so it can be easily damaged if you try to force the machine to continue once it hangs up. It will also wear over a period of time, causing the same problem, which is what happened to mine. I had already ordered a new sub plate to resolve the issue. At that point in the video, I was trying to explain a different topic so I skimmed over the problem. Since this was only part one of a multi-part series, I figured I'd go over it in more detail on a later video, although I'm not sure if I ever did...I'll have to go back and watch all the videos in the series to see. At any rate, I'm in the process of making 2 more videos in response to subscriber questions. One of them is an in-depth look at the sub plate so I'll be sure to highlight the potential EZ-Ject problem on that video. Thanks for reminding me about that and thanks for watching!
I’ve heard that these have lots of problems and that they’re very finicky. That you have to be comfortable with doing a lot of tinkering. Is that what you have experience?
Actually you can calibrate your Honady LNL AP press to your LNL Classic (or any other single stage press for that matter. But it take time and either your own lathe or access to a machine shop. Here's a link to a video explaining the process.czcams.com/video/oXaB_I4nrhY/video.html I've been using a hodge podge of equipment since I started, RCBS & Hornady presses, and everybody's die and accessories.
+Brian Cowan Hi Brian, Well of course if you have the right tools you can make anything match anything else. Hell, I could build my own press with the right tools. My point was that they do not match out of the box. Those folks with the tools and skills can correct that of course, but for the rest of us, we just have to know that there's a difference and take that into account during our reloading efforts. Thanks for watching and for the info!
56:25 you tapered and crimped an empty shell and when you went to try again it was already crimped. so actually needed to dump powder and go through station 2 again.
The problem you had can be seen starting at 55:57. It was not the Ammo Plant's “Powder through Expander problem.” It was operator malfunction by crimping the empty shell case and then trying to seat a bullet in a crimped case. I just bought my Hornady Ammo Plant and have not used it yet since I’m just now assembling it. I’ve been reloading 45 years for both pistol and rifle as well as shot gun which I no longer reload. Other than the mentioned comment good video.
You give out good information and I enjoy and learn much from your videos. One of the best things you said was when you were encouraging people to stop and investigate all problems with the press instead of simply forcing something into failure. Having been a reloader since 1982, I have learned to respect these machines, and to realize they will talk to us when they have a problem, provided we are listening to them.
+lifelong learner Thanks! I appreciate the kind words. That's a very eloquent way to look at it...the machines talk to us providing we are listening to them. I'm going to use that if you don't mind. Glad to have a long-time reloader as a subscriber! Thanks again!
+HornadyLoader Your Welcome! Feel free to use my comments anytime.
Awesome video!! I just purchased this press from a friend to get started reloading. This has been the most thorough & helpful video I've come across. Thank you very much for all the time you put into making it for us! Now I'm off to watch your other videos.
Yeah. Yeah. Be. It’s I C.
Hornady should put you in their hall of fame and on the payroll! Excellent work my friend.
Excellent video series on the Hornady lnl AP Progressive Press, well done video series!! I find myself going back and reviewing the series to refresh myself on making sure everything is timed correctly on my Press.
Thanks again for a great video series on our press!!!
First time reloading and I got one of those thanks for the detail explanation really appreciate
The problem you had can be seen starting at 55:57. It was not the Ammo Plant's “Powder through Expander problem.” It was operator malfunction by crimping the empty shell case and then trying to seat a bullet in a crimped case.
I just bought my Hornady Ammo Plant and have not used it yet since I’m just now assembling it. I’ve been reloading 45 years for both pistol and rifle as well as shot gun which I no longer reload. Other than the mentioned comment good video.
That's Exactly what happened, not sure how many others caught it. Should have laid that case to the side and started with a fresh one. That's what makes a progressive press tedious work. Got to concentrate. Wish I had a dollar for everytime I dumped powered or shot in my MEC. Great videos really detailed. Like the press, all but the wire Cam design for primers. A solid 3/4 moon piece machined to glide along would be stronger than a pin axle and wheel. I bet hornady will soon have a new design.
Your an excellent instructor and I have learned a lot from your videos. Thank you.
Your videos I've watched are very well done. Will be checking out some more as time allows. Sure is good to see someone doing videos that has some knowledge and not just a bunch of rambling. Nothing worse than having to watch a bunch of poorly done videos trying to find some needed info. Thanks
+dcct190 Thanks dcct190! I appreciate that. I'm getting better at it as time goes on. My older videos have bad resolution and whenever I review them, I'm tempted to redo them with my new camera and upgraded video software. I've been an NRA instructor since 1997 and have also taught college courses in computer programming so CZcams lets me combine my passion for reloading with my love of teaching. Thanks for watching!
Is Hornady Reloader still around? I don’t see any recent videos from Hornady reloader. His video are very good.
This guy is the boss! Thanks for sharing the knowledge.
BTW - thanks for your time and effort on CZcams.
Great video. Very informative.
I have used a large lock washer and the screw holding the shelplate never comes lose - I recommend spending a few cents on a lock washer and save time on checking and tightening it every once in a while
Great series
Thanks for the timely reply. I purchased a LNL AP before the year ended and upon receiving the unit I'm questioning the quality. I'm currently in AZ and visited the Dillon Precision store on Monday. Seems like their units are a little more precise. I hope I didn't make a mistake in purchasing the Hornady. I see other guys on you tube, high boy76, making minor modifications that I would think that Hornady would or could resolve. I'm going to jump in both feet with setup and reloading when I get home this weekend. I'm new to reloading and relying on you tube and common sense to get up and running.
35:20 T-Handle Allen Wrench set makes life easy.
Informative video. I'm debating between the hornady lnlap and Dillon 650. I already have a Dillon 550. Couple things I noticed. This press seems a little rough in the operation. Just not looking real smooth. The cartridges seem to be hanging up on the ezject. Maybe it is because you are deliberately running the press slowly for demonstration purposes. Since you aren't using the auto case feeder you have to place a bullet and empty case with the same hand. With the 550 you place a case with the right hand and a bullet with the left as you index manually. I know lots of people do not like the manual index but I actually like it. I'm thinking that even though I have to manually index I'm probably running at the same pace as a hornady. Its not all about speed though. Quality is more important to me than speed and I think both presses will turn out quality ammo.
thanks for quick reply, Victor V
Hi
Thanks for another great video. I only load using a single stage press however I'm thinking of getting a Hornady Lock N Load LNL AP Press to load .223 and .450, so I hope this isn't a stupid question but how do you stop cases getting stuck in the sizing die if you're not lubing them?
kinza999 Hi Kinza,
Not a stupid question at all! Hornady Pistol Dies have a Titanium Nitride ring inside that does the actual sizing, This Titanium Nitride ring is harder than carbide and is also extremely smooth, making it unnecessary to lube the cases. You can check out my video on Hornady Pistol Dies to see what this ring looks like.
Hornady Rifle Dies, on the other hand, require the cases to be lubed.
Thanks for the question!
Hornady Loader
I’m on the fence about getting one of these the kit less dies still seems a lot more affordable than Dillon 650 for doing multiple calibers
if you do 1 caliber, get dillon. Once they're set up they're great. If you want to reload many calibers, go hornady with their bushing system.
Overall excellent video just ad lib some things you may have forgot to say.
Thank you so much for this Video. Although my english speaking is not the best, I understand your video and it helps me a lot to understand my Hornady Press. Thank you very much for this. Is there any reason I can ask you one or two questions about the Press and some different calibers? Best regards from germany, Klaus ;-)
where did u get the hold down bolt for your primer tube
Nice I bought a Dillon Press and never looked back.
Lou Flores Yep, Dillon is definitely top of the line for presses. I get the Dillon catalog on occasion and have to lock up my credit cards before I break down and order one of those 1050's.
43:00 Powder will settle so need to cycle until throw is consistent.
Hornadyloader, Great video, but I'm very surprised you don't have the Lock-n-load Deluxe Die Wrench...another note, I like Hornady, but I find that the best primer flip tray is Dillon's...
JBBooks4440 I spoke to soon -- you do have the LNL Wrench...
JBBooks4440 Hehe, actually I have two...
JBBooks4440 Yeah, Dillon has some great stuff. Hornady is good, but some of their products could use some improvements.
Thanks for watching!
Hornady Loader
what are the part numbers of the dies you used for this video> and the powder thru expander? thank you
+Victor V Hi Victor, I used the 45 Auto Custom grade die set from Hornady for this video. The part number is 546554. This set will do a roll crimp if needed. If you want the Taper Crimp set, the part # is 546555. For 45 Auto, I would recommend the Taper Crimp set. The powder Thru Expander (PTX) for the powder measure for 45 Auto is 290034 for 0.451" bullets and 290036 for 0.452" bullets. To use the PTX system, you'll also need the PTX Powder Measure Stop device, part # 290049. If your powder measure came with the rifle rotor and metering assembly, you might want to also get the pistol rotor and metering set, part # 050128. Thanks for watching!
Great Video.. But i seen the final load would not eject. You are removing it by hand ,whats wrong there?
Yeah, that seems to be a common problem with these ezject presses with the larger size cases, as mine does it too. Hornady told me that using the number 45 shell plate, as opposed to using the number 1 shell plate, was suppose to solve the problem, but as you see it didn't do so.
Where can I purchase an aftermarket lock screw like you have to hold down the primer tube plate?
Those lock screws came on the earlier models, as I have one too, and you might be able to get them directly from Hornady, or perhaps from Midway USA.
@@gw45 Thanks so much! I'll give them a call.
Why are you not explaining that the ez-ject is not working properly at the end of your video? Is this a problem with the system that is expected and does not have a fix?
+Semper Fi Fi Hi, Yes, my EZ-Ject was having problems, good eye. At 57:30 I did mention that one of the problems that may be encountered was that the EZ-Ject might hang up a bit. In this case, I knew that my EZ-Ject was damaged. The sub plate is cast and is not hardened steel so it can be easily damaged if you try to force the machine to continue once it hangs up. It will also wear over a period of time, causing the same problem, which is what happened to mine. I had already ordered a new sub plate to resolve the issue. At that point in the video, I was trying to explain a different topic so I skimmed over the problem. Since this was only part one of a multi-part series, I figured I'd go over it in more detail on a later video, although I'm not sure if I ever did...I'll have to go back and watch all the videos in the series to see. At any rate, I'm in the process of making 2 more videos in response to subscriber questions. One of them is an in-depth look at the sub plate so I'll be sure to highlight the potential EZ-Ject problem on that video. Thanks for reminding me about that and thanks for watching!
I’ve heard that these have lots of problems and that they’re very finicky. That you have to be comfortable with doing a lot of tinkering. Is that what you have experience?
What is the 3rd die position? Between the powder n bullet seating die? A bullet feeder for future?
Ok it is the powder charge check. Thank you.
Actually you can calibrate your Honady LNL AP press to your LNL Classic (or any other single stage press for that matter. But it take time and either your own lathe or access to a machine shop. Here's a link to a video explaining the process.czcams.com/video/oXaB_I4nrhY/video.html
I've been using a hodge podge of equipment since I started, RCBS & Hornady presses, and everybody's die and accessories.
+Brian Cowan Hi Brian, Well of course if you have the right tools you can make anything match anything else. Hell, I could build my own press with the right tools. My point was that they do not match out of the box. Those folks with the tools and skills can correct that of course, but for the rest of us, we just have to know that there's a difference and take that into account during our reloading efforts. Thanks for watching and for the info!
There is that disclaimer again (it’s really not necessary.)
HornadyLoader passed away a bit ago. So if you have any answers for people's questions, have at it.
RIP seemed like a great guy, a great mentor.
that's SAD RIP Hornady loader. will still be watching your videos.
76Highboy not Highboy76
56:25 you tapered and crimped an empty shell and when you went to try again it was already crimped. so actually needed to dump powder and go through station 2 again.
perhaps its time to replace the 8mm film used to record this video......?
The problem you had can be seen starting at 55:57. It was not the Ammo Plant's “Powder through Expander problem.” It was operator malfunction by crimping the empty shell case and then trying to seat a bullet in a crimped case.
I just bought my Hornady Ammo Plant and have not used it yet since I’m just now assembling it. I’ve been reloading 45 years for both pistol and rifle as well as shot gun which I no longer reload. Other than the mentioned comment good video.