I believe that all 'MYTHS' have a basis in actual occurrences. The problem is to determine if those occurrences were properly observed and analyzed.
Jumping directly to the M1 Garand as a primary example.
The weak point of the Garand is the operating rod. Others may have other views and name other points, for my discussion, this is my view.
That operating rod was designed for use with a smaller caliber/lighter bullet round. After the conversion from the 30-06 Spfd was rejected, the Garand was re-engineered to the '06 and the problem with the operating rod problem came to light.
For the proper function, a balance of pressure and timing and length of that pressure at the gas port. This is accomplished by juggling the bullet weight, powder burn rates and amount of powder. Yes, many other mechanical alterations and adjustment will also serve the same effect. I have and use and like the variable gas plugs
For our subject, cast bullets with H414 powder, all we need to do is find that balance. This could be a very small or wide window of function-ability. Now it comes down to the evaluation, is this expended effort better expended in other perhaps more beneficial endeavors?
To the OP,
"I'll be working on is the 30-06 & 7.62X54R". This makes the process much simpler, no gas/recoil energies to balance for operation, well for the Russian round anyway. So, finding a balance isn't all that difficult. Again, is it worth the effort to start loading lead and re-inventing the wheel all at the same time?
To the OP, look, read, study and read some more. The options are extreme, paper patched bullets, multiple hardness composite bullets (zink washers).
Start small and work into it, it's fun.