Lee Classic Cast Press

[Darth-Vang]

Okay just got this used press. What am I missing here? Please provide parts number if I am missing something here. I’d appreciate it.

 

[Targa]

Looks good to me. If you are going to prime on the press and depending on what you will be reloading for you will need a priming arm in small and large https://leeprecision.com/new-primer-arm.html
I also have my Classic Turret mounted to a bench plate and it is pretty convenient and reinforces the bench a bit.

 

[Obturation]

Yep, that's the whole thing.
Some dies, she'll holders and as @Targa mentioned primer arm if you'll prime on press.some powder, bullets , brass, primers, scale, reloading manual, powder trickler, and on and on and on FOREVER.
enjoy!

 

[kmw1954]

Check the instructions, it includes a parts break down. Looks like the die bushing part number BP2979 is missing.

https://leeprecision.com/files/instruct/90998.pdf

 

[Obturation]

Looks like the die bushing part number BP2979 is missing.

Dang it, good catch. I should know- I have one of those presses...

 

[tightgroup tiger]

Raise ram up to see if the primming Mechanism is there.

 

[Darth-Vang]

I don’t have the ram primer and I am missing the reduced bushing. I need to get those and the primer catcher hose. Where can I get those parts from?

 

[Bill M.]

I load with that press. Love it. Some suggestions: you are missing the die bushing. Instead of getting it buy a Hornady lock and load conversion bushing set. Midway and Amazon have them. I really like the quick change die setup. I personally do not prime with the std press primer. I have and it works fine but I much prefer a Ram prime setup that works on the top of the press. Any clear plastic tube of the right dia from Ace hdware should work.

 

[Dudedog]

Stared at the pics for a bit and thought the hole for dies looked a bit big. (for normal dies, maybe the right size for .50BMG dies)
Looks like Obtutation got you the PN#.

 

[kcofohio]

I don’t have the ram primer and I am missing the reduced bushing. I need to get those and the primer catcher hose. Where can I get those parts from?

Check out Lee's web site. With parts, they usually only charge you like $7 for postage with no charge for the parts themselves.
https://leeprecision.com/parts/reloading-presses/single-stage/classic-cast-press-parts/
https://leeprecision.com/search.php?mode=search&page=1&keep_https=yes

 

[kcofohio]

Check the instructions, it includes a parts break down. Looks like the die bushing part number BP2979 is missing.

https://leeprecision.com/files/instruct/90998.pdf

Looks like they changed the part number to 91604.

 

[Hooda Thunkit]

I loaded for years on a Lee Challenger press; the early version that sits at an angle on the bench.

I finally purchased a new Classic Cast single stage, and I love it. I predict you will like yours too.

 

[Darth-Vang]

Check out Lee's web site. With parts, they usually only charge you like $7 for postage with no charge for the parts themselves.
https://leeprecision.com/parts/reloading-presses/single-stage/classic-cast-press-parts/
https://leeprecision.com/search.php?mode=search&page=1&keep_https=yes

Appreciate the link you gave me. But I can’t find the die bushing to utilize the standard die threads on the site?? And I already plan to prime on the ergo prime.

 

[kcofohio]

Appreciate the link you gave me. But I can’t find the die bushing to utilize the standard die threads on the site?? And I already plan to prime on the ergo prime.

Oops, I inserted the wrong link somehow.
https://leeprecision.com/die-adapter-bushing-classic-cast-press.html

 

[WestKentucky]

I was gonna offer my primer arms since I have 2 sets, but it’s a whole lot easier and allows for better brass inspection to prime off the press.

 

[9mmepiphany]

When you get the PVC tube to route primers away, don't forget to get the cap also (BP3127)

I'll second the idea of not getting the Die Adapter Bushing, but replacing it with the Hornady LNL Conversion kit to allow use with their die bushings
https://www.amazon.com/Hornady-Lock-Load-Bushings-Conversion/dp/B07R95QZHS

I've been very happy with my Lee Classic Cast single stage as a companion to my Hornady LNL AP. I'm very glad I didn't get the often recommended RCBS Rockchucker.

I'd also recommend getting the Inline Fabrication Case Ejector system. It really speeds up case processing. I'm kind of a Inline Fab whore, I have more money tied up in Inline stuff for my Lee CC than I have in the press (Ultramount, Ergo handle, Ejector)

 

[45 long]

I have more money tied up in Inline stuff for my Lee CC than I have in the press (Ultramount, Ergo handle, Ejector)

I also have the Inline Ergo handle for my Classic Cast. Highly recommend. Amazing Lee doesn't offer a roller handle for the CC.

 

[Rule3]

If you plan on sizing and DEPRIMING on the press you will still need the primer arms. Otherwise the spent primers will fall out and not go down the tube. (you need that ,but can get it any hardware store or Homer Depot)

 

[Rule3]

I also have the Inline Ergo handle for my Classic Cast. Highly recommend. Amazing Lee doesn't offer a roller handle for the CC.

I wrote to Richard Lee a long time ago aboiut a roller harm for the Turret press, He said not enough demand.

 

[ShootMeStraight]

I can’t be the only person that prefers the ball to the roller arm? I can position my hand however I want with the ball.

 

[C.F. Plinker]

You might want to consider the 90512 adapter which is new this year. It goes from 1-1/4 12 thread to Breech lock and has the breech lock to 7/8-14 thread adapter included with it. The only down side is that the 1-1/4 12 thread part is plastic. The price from Lee is $10 plus shipping.

 

[mdi]

I too prefer the ball handle. For me a roller handle would limit my position in relationship to the press. With a ball handle I can comfortably grip the ball from several positions in front of the press, side to side. If priming on the press get a ram prime (I know you mentioned using an Ergo Prime, but I never liked hand primers. None I tried fit my hand). Very good priming tool, very repeatable and good "feel" to make sure primers are pushed all the way to the bottom of the pocket.

 

[tightgroup tiger]

I like the ball handles too, the roller handles tend to put a sideways torque on the ram linkage. The ball handle stays more inline with the ram and helps with this.

 

[ShootMeStraight]

I actually like priming on the LCT.

 

[Blue68f100]

I also prefer the ball. Since it floats in your hands it allows all of your joints to run in more natural motion. Which in the long run will help prevent repetitive injuries.