I just purchased a Lee turret press (old style) and am trying to size .308 cases (don't tell me to buy the new cast one since I just got this one). I am using an RCBS FL sizing die. I also have a LEE shell holder.
My procedure is as follows: I run the ram up to the top most position, as high as it will go. I then screw the sizing die down till it contacts the shell plate. I lower the ram and screw the die down another 1/4 turn or so.
When I put a case in to size it, I run the ram up (this style press doesn't seem to "cam over" as my others do). The die is making firm contact with the shell holder. I then lower the ram and remove the case. When I put it into a case gauge, it seems a little high, about .001 or so. I then tried it in the rifle, and although the bolt will close, it's difficult. The shoulder needs to be pushed back a little more, however since the die is already in contact with the shell holder I don't see how this is going to happen. Do I need to shave a thousanth or so off the shell holder? If so, any ideas as to how? What do you think could be causing the problem?
Thanks for the help....
My procedure is as follows: I run the ram up to the top most position, as high as it will go. I then screw the sizing die down till it contacts the shell plate. I lower the ram and screw the die down another 1/4 turn or so.
When I put a case in to size it, I run the ram up (this style press doesn't seem to "cam over" as my others do). The die is making firm contact with the shell holder. I then lower the ram and remove the case. When I put it into a case gauge, it seems a little high, about .001 or so. I then tried it in the rifle, and although the bolt will close, it's difficult. The shoulder needs to be pushed back a little more, however since the die is already in contact with the shell holder I don't see how this is going to happen. Do I need to shave a thousanth or so off the shell holder? If so, any ideas as to how? What do you think could be causing the problem?
Thanks for the help....