Chad Hedges - That RCBS bullet feeder works nicely - but I learned that when adding a new bullet stack - the weight of the new stack impacting on the "interrupter" can lead to the dreaded bullet dump if there isn't a case in the die to absorb the new stack. Once we get that bullet dump a couple of times, we get the idea. Happy New Year to you, Steve
I've had this press for about 2 months, loaded 9mm, 10mm, and 400 Cor-Bon on it so far. Priming system works great. Indexing system is the same as the Pro 4000, weak point is the plastic driver clutch that the indexing rod goes into and rotates the shellplate. The clutch is easily worn or broken if you try to use too much force when putting the indexing rod back in after changing shellplates. The rod should slide right in; if it doesn't reach underneath the carrier and move the clutch a little so the rod lines up with the slots in the clutch. Make sure you have several spare clutches on hand until you get used to changing the shellplate.
Tim Spence = Thanks for the tips. Always good to get the angles from more experienced users. Since I've got to get another spring, I'll look into getting more of those clutches. Lee always had those issues with any of their rod indexing presses. Happy New Year to you, Steve
Cranked a bunch of .38 special in mine, new primer pin Lee is now using. Have RCBS powder lockout die which locks the press if under or over powder, case feeder is good, primer doesn’t feed the last 5 so you watch that, do bullets by hand and may get a bullet feeder. Lee is providing good support and free upgrades if needed. I am a happy user after initial problem with primer pin. No short strokes allowed. Have fun.
Fortune Cookie man ive always wanted to say thank you man , ive learned so much from you on casting and reloading you are a master reloader man thank you for sharing your knowledge, God bless you sir.
Thanks, Walter - I've used the press now with the RCBS bullet feeder and RCBS Powder Check Die. But unless we are dumping in primers 100 at a time (and we can run out of primers quick that way), only loading 30-40 primers at a time into the tray runs out of primers muy pronto. For long reloading sessions, multiple loaded Lee primer trays would be helpful to keep the press cranking. Also, multiple loaded bullet feed tubes would be good to keep the press from stalling to load bullets into tubes. Of course, the Lee Case Collator is a must. Best to ya, Walter for a Happy New Year..!! Steve
I've been using a Lee Precision Classic Turret Press with the Pro Auto Disc and an Auto Drum for fifteen years and I have been very satisfied. My only issue with it has been auto-indexing. I removed the indexing rod so I could manually advance the turret head, and this works fine. I am now curious about moving to a progressive press. I have been looking at the Dillion RL550 and the Lee Six Pack 6000. I want to thank Fortune Cookie for doing such a good job describing the functions of these presses. I look forward to more videos.
Nick - the powder check and bullet feeder dies arrived and I've got the video in the cue... Press is a real ammo cranker... only primer limits hold this press back... Happy New Year, Steve
Nice! I just dropped 200 10 mm reloads from my Dillion 550 B by popping out the quick change .38sp/.357 mag and sliding in the 40 SW/10 MM set up. Planned this ahead so that in 2014 when I started tooling up I would finally be here in 2022 (almost 23~!) and able to reload four different callibers with only two quick change die sets. :) Also just got my 9mm die set...need to buy another quick change station...! :)
Awesome!! Great to see ya Steve... that's a dang nice looking press that Lee has come up with! I need to pick 1 up for sure! Hope yall had a very Merry Christmas and gonna have a blessed new year brother!! Wade
Steve Months back, creating my new loading station. I also came up with the idea of the rolling toolbox. All the draws are right there with loading equipment and the small area I have to work with. I bolted down 2x6s for strength and bolted my gear to them. Mine has Lee 12 gauge mounted, lee progressive, Lee single light press, Lee powder loader, Lee app press, RCBC rock chucker, and RCBS bench primer mounted. For all 4 sides, I can be doing some kind of process.
Great video Fortune Cookie. As usual. You covered everything about this new press. I've loaded about 600 .223 rounds through mine using the resize, powder measure$, powder checker, bullet feeder, bullet seater and crimp as you said. Bullet feeder by Mr Bullet Feeder, 6 tubes, and the RCBS powder checker. I added thin fiber washers to the linkage to tighten up the tolerance while also making it smoother. I also replaced the linkage lock nits with low profile nylock nuts. Much better, smoother. Its a pretty press full of innovation.
Hi Dave... I'm just starting to get into reloading and looking for my first press. Wanting to reload 9mm,.223, and 6.5Grendel. I was looking at the 6000 since I could potentially remove the indexing rod and use this as a single/turret at first, and then as a progressive as I learn more. Do you use the auto indexing when running your rifle rounds through it? How do you deal with trimming the cases? Thanks for any help.
@@craigbrown1854 Hi Craig, the order I started in was Single, Lee Classic Turret, then the 6000. For bouncing between single and indexed the turret will serve you best. The turret in my view is more fun. 4 pulls and you've got a round vs 1 round after you pull 6 times. Paying attention to 6 operations simultaneously is a lot to manage. I do not use on press priming, I've had far too many issues with it and spilling powder jams up this press pretty badly. This is a cool press, I did things to it to make it feel more precise, like nylock nuts instead of the stock ones, and thrust washers. Tightens up the linkage. If you really want to experience progressive reloading this is a cool press once dialed in. For a new reloaded (I'm fairly new too) I'd recommend the Lee Classic Turret. Why? As you mentioned you can use it as a single by removing the indexing rod. Also beneath pull you fully focus on one operation. Its surprising how many rounds you can do on a turret press with the indexing enabled. Get a kicker kit and its even faster. Another thing better about the turret is the removable turret itself. For caliber changes its 30 seconds, turret and shell holder, done. Once you set your dies for a caliber you are done. To me its more fun and less stressful. The Lee Classic is more like a Dillon which also uses a block to keep the dies together dialed in. Its a cool bullet proof press. The Lee 6000 is a very innovative and pretty press. Having 6 dies is better than 4 on the turret. If you like tweaking and dialing in, and are patient, the 6000 is cool. It is more fussy. A lot is going on at the sane time to watch so you need to go slowly and deliberately. Things WILL go wrong. Spilled powder, shells fall down, bullets don't drop (if you use a feeder). The better dialed in the better it'll work. I loaded about 250 .223 using the turret, then 750 or do using the 6000. Then I used the turret for .308. Because I wanted the powder perfect I trickled. If I missed anything please feel free to ask.
JBO - Your Loadmaster is still a good press. I'd recommend this press for the new reloaders getting into progressive reloading, or to experienced reloaders looking to add a new progressive press designated for one caliber - set it up and crank it for that one caliber. Best to ya for a great New Year, Steve
Jeff in TD - Any powder check die will work in this press, I got the RCBS, and it works great. Also, any bullet feeder can be adapted to this press if we are handy enough. I just use the RCBS bullet feeder die and four tubes. Just don't want to slam a new stack down without a case in the die to prevent the dreaded bullet dump. Happy New Year, Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC I have several of the Dillon powder checkers, but I kind of like the idea of the double alpha, in that it doesn’t go off if no case is present. Not enough to upgrade from what I have, though.
BB - Got my RCBS powder check die and RCBS bullet feeder, and now have that press cranking - loaded up 200 rounds in one leisure hour. - Kinda hard on the primer supply, but I used to shoot up 200 rounds of 45 Colt in one afternoon range session - no longer though or I'd be out of primers. Happy New Year, Steve
John Sullivan - Thanks for that tip, John...the little plastic wrenches Lee supplies are a bit like Leggo... works though with a bit of Drat this Drat - at times. Happy New Year, Steve
Thanks for the great video! I have several of the Lee presses and never considered going the progressive route but this changed my mind. Midway had one 45 Colt press in stock so I decided to go with that one and got it for a very good price. I also needed to pick up some other shell plates which they were out of but I found elsewhere. The press should be here on Monday. Looking forward to setting it up. I think the only thing I don't have is enough breech lock bushings for a bullet feeder and powder check, other than that I should be all set! I really enjoy all your videos, you do a great presentation!
MCK - Indeed, but this press seems to get into the sweet spot without too much trouble...Too bad for limited primer supply, or I'd crank out a couple thou rounds to really give this press a good workout... I did load up 200 rounds in a leisurely hour, though... that video is in the cue... Happy New Year, Steve
I’m still awaiting stock here in South Africa. But I own the pro 4000 and it seems they improved the things I don’t like(stronger linkage, steel carrier) and kept the things I like( breech lock, indexing system, case feeding) I do know the linkage from my classic cast and classic turret so this will be a winner. The priming system is completely new but I’m extremely glad they kept the primer tray and didn’t go for tubes. Can’t wait for this press.
Mr. Smit - Hello to South Africa and the Cape of Good Hope..!! Your 4000 is still a good press. That 4000 press got to where I abandoned that Lee primer feeder arm - I could hand feed the primers much more reliably. And that press worked nicely that way. Now the 6000 allows use of bullet feeder (the RCBS bullet feeder works very well as long as we load new bullet stacks with a case in the die so that the dreaded bullet dump doesn't happen from the weight of the new bullet stack defeating the interrupter) and powder check die as well as separate crimping. We're in business.... Happy New Year to you, Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC good day sir, yes I really enjoy the pro 4000, I have zero problems with it. But I want to upgrade to the six pack pro for the better linkage and I will be able to load 223 and 308 on it. Also I want to use it to deprime and size and prime bulk 30-06. Actually I really like the Lee safety prime(pez dispenser) But it seem people either love it or hate it. Nice greetings to the USA, Julian
I see the kink in the prime feed spring where you caught it in the press. I found if you put a piece of shrink tube about 3/4 the length of the spring from the top down and only shrink the top 1/2" it works a lot better. And does not get caught again.
Brandon Lowery - I'll be doing more videos on this press...already loaded up a couple hundred rounds without much trouble...once I got warmed up into the "sweet spot", the press rolls 'em out nicely... Happy New Year, Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC Hope y'all had a had nice New Years. Glad to hear the press seems to be working good like any Lee press some fiddling is required to get them running right but when they do their awesome. Do you think that press would be a good first progressive.
It looks like a good press for doing volume. I wish we could see it in action with you. I hope you can do a video with it in complete operation. Thank you for showing us how it works. Great video!!!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks, John - You are good folks..!! The RCBS powder check die and bullet feeder have arrived and after setup, loaded up 200 rounds in a leisurely one hour of time. Just got warmed up, but primer rationing put a halt to the operations... Still, that was a quick 200. My conclusions are that this is a very nice progressive press... Happy New Year, Steve
Nice vid! Ive contacted Lee about the new bottles. I like the idea af the "screw in the bottle" threading. Butwhen your checking charges, you cant put the powder back into the bottle. My suggestion was to put a screw cap on the other end. Makes life easier. And those wrenches are not very useful without having a longer handle. Better than nothing, but Id rather have a real wrench. That said, Ive had good loading experiences with their products.
Cheapest powder bottle I've ever seen. I have it on my new pro 1000. No way to dump powder back into the hopper. Dear Lee, Please bring back the red bottles with the removable lid.
Fantastic video Fortune Cookie! Straight forward & concise overview with some good insight from an experienced reloader. Looking forward to the full review.
Have Lee send you the upgrades gold spring for the priming system. There's a difference in the construction of the end loops. That silver spring is that same as the one on the APP. Inline Fabrication now has two roller handles for this press.
It looks good but as a 30+ year user of 2 loadmaster presses I don't know if I would be comfortable with priming on the down stroke. I tried it on a pro1000 and forgot to go down to seat a primer far too many times. I only use it as a case prep/pre primed press now. The Loadmasters do everything else...quite well too!
mike a - Your LMs are still fine presses. Other brand progressive users look down at the LMs, but far too much ammo has been loaded on LMs to ever cast aspersions in that direction. This new press is Lee's innovation into 6 stations. No current progressive reloader has to make the change. I intend to keep this press ready to go for the one caliber I got it in. My friend Arturo and I will be cranking out ammo any time we need. Have a very Happy New Year, Steve
I have one of these. I wanted "One press to rule them all!" I.E. do everything from 9mm to 30-06. Breaks my heart to write this. When loading .308, station one likes to leave the shell in the die and tear off only 2 bits of brass. I don't thing it is seating all the way in the plate. I gave up and pulled the die loading only decapped pre-sized brass. That little grey plastic ring thing in your green tray? A. makes partial through shell removal (weight check or other problems) VERY difficult or impossible. B. pops partially out and screws things up. It would have been really nice if Lee had made eh plate carrier and the plate actually FIT each other. The primer pin is only one diameter, small, so it dents and distorts the large primers. Replacement zinc shell plate holders to not come with the screw holders threaded. So if you need one make sure to use either self tapping screws or tap the screw hold first otherwise, the screws can snap upon first installation. I would NOT recommend this press, at least not for any rifle ammo. I would avoid buying this press for anything, except (perhaps) pistol ammo.
OK FC, I've been waiting for this video from you. Hopefully, you'll do the part 2 where you actually load that jar of .45 colt ammo and tell us what you think of the press. Those breechblock bushings are 4 for $20 at midway, but what if you want all 6? That's $40 and you're +2 bushings that sit in the drawer. Is that cheaper than buying toolheads? Is that easier than swapping out a toolhead? Dillon XL 650 toolheads are $40 on their website. I'm curious how you bent the spring that drives the primer feed bar? This press certainly looks good. It would be nice if a guy could cobble a Dillon powder check system this press. I like how you demonstrate the need for clearance from the bench. It looks like in your case you'd be better served mounting it to a piece of 3/8" plate 12"X12" such that it could be positioned far enough out to provide proper clearance. I've never been impressed with any of the available mounts. You demonstrated how the Lee mount needs a screwdriver , or similar pin to keep a press from coming free, in a video from a few years ago. This press is $300 cheaper than XL 750 but does it operate as smoothly as the Dillon? It looks like it from videos other users have posted. We await your opinion. Thanks FC. R, Steve
SteveinLA - Yes, more costs with the breech locks. If you have breech locks already (I have the APP) they'll be no shortage of breechlock bushings. However, having breech locks designated for this new Six Pack Press still means designated breech locks. I intend to do more videos on this press that you'll be able see, TH-cam willing. How that spring sprung happened is a mystery, there was a hiccup that I didn't pick up as being problematic, and the next thing I realized was the bent spring...but the function is still fine, so I'll just have to put in a call to Lee for another spring or two. Whatever caused the sprung spring hasn't repeated so it must have been a fluke. I loaded up a quick 200 rounds without much trouble at all. I just got the Inline Fabrication Quick Mount for this Six Pack Press so it automatically gives 1 1/2" more bench clearance - problem solved. Happy New Year to you, from Steve in WA state - soon back to CA...
@@FortuneCookie45LC Greetings FC, you don't know it, but your one of my favorite gun tubers; Cheers! I mentioned the spring because another gun tuber, "come relax and learn" had the same problem he mentioned in his first video about this press. He too wasn't sure how the spring got bent. I believe Lee replaced it. I can see the advantage to not having toolheads, but then again I'm used to having them with the XL650. It looks like Lee got it right this time. I bought a lee Pro1000 a couple of years ago. It was too small. I couldn't get my fingers into it to remove, or replace cases for inspection easily. The primer system was wonky and required inspection to verify that a primer had been delivered to the seating post and that the primer had seated properly. It was such a frustration for me that I returned it. Dillon equipment is expensive; I get that. I am pleased to see that there are less expensive options, but they have to work well without frustration, or dangerous flaws. So, you made 200 rounds. Do you like the press? Are you tickled pink with it? Thank you, R, Steve
Have you created the update video on running the Six Pack Press? Would love to see it in action and see how well it actually works, in addition to your opinion on any issues and troubleshooting. Thanks!
With ballpowder and small charges it is extremely accurate, less than a tenth of a grain deviation. Extruded powder I can’t load precisely with it as I get a few tenths of a grain deviation( which actually still is better than some factory ammo)
Excellent review Steve. Looking forward to your opinion on the primer feed when compared to that on the Lee Pro 1000. Charles, Valhalla, Pretoria, South Africa
The press base was flush with your bench. Do you think mounting the press somewhat forward and past the edge would still allow it to be secure? I assume an overhang of even a half inch would make for clearance on the down stroke. Looks like three bolt holes per side on the base.
Bruce Wayne - Very observant of you, Bruce. And, I've got an ace up my sleeve. I just got the Inline Fabrication Quick Mount base for this press. Dan at IF already has the mount for this new press in inventory. That mount automatically gives 1 1/2" more forward clearance - easily what is needed.... I'll just pop that on, and be in business... Happy New Year, Steve
Paul Venn - Within the last couple of days, Midway had the press in stock, and now out of stock. But they still have the Kits with this press in stock. And MidSouth had the kits and the press only, but only in selected kit calibers - they have the press only in stock - just checked, but might be out of stock tomorrow. I'm glad I got this press in 45 Colt caliber when I did. Happy New Year to you, Steve
As always, anything we need to know about reloading can be found on FC45LC'S channel. Thanks once again for posting. The lack of an exchangeable turret and the ram linkage overtravel is a bummer. But overall this looks like a pretty trouble free progressive. Especially if the reloader isn't reloading many different calibers.
Steve, I'm looking forward to seeing your operation of this press. There seems to be a little controversy about the primer feed. I'll be very interested in seeing what you end up with! Happy New Year!
Steve D - Yes, the primers need to have stacking in the primer chute tube; the last 5 primers or so won't feed. If I were running this press like I used to run my Dillons, I'd want about 10 loaded Lee primer trays ready to go (wish I could use primers with reckless abandon like that...). Happy New Year to ya, Steve
I stopped in a tiny sporting shop in a tiny town last Friday about was shocked to see boxes and boxes of Federal and Federal Gold Medal. I was sure they’d limit my purchase, but nope…had more in the back. I spent my year’s reloading budget on primers in one purchase. I hope you find some luck as well. I still can’t believe it.
Excellent video FC45! What about a station for mouth flaring? Pistol calibre lead bullets I was thinking. Would you have to do seating/ crimping on another press?
Is it just me but if you have the primer catcher hose connected would it inhibit the full stroke movement required for the action. The press needed to be fitted with the second lot of bolt holes as flush to the front of the table/unit as possible by the looks
Hi there is there a way to add Lee expander die on station 4, before dropping bullet atop of the brass shell? In doing so, there will only be two stations left to do three tasks: bullet dropping, seating, and crimping. One station short, isn't it? What is recommendation for the case mouth expansion step? Maybe the expander die is not needed in your opinion? Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge on reloading BTW!!
I wonder how reloading equipment manufacturers can sell any presses when primers are generally not available. Where can I buy a few CASES (5000 per) large pistol primers? That new press looks very simplified. Love to see it in action! Hint, hint...
6:30 Looks lie you have been a victim of the priming spring kinking. Most of the time it gets ruined. You did a good job of bending it back. I’ve found this usually happens when you are down to the last 3-6 primers. I’ve found that if you keep the primer chute full this does not happen.
Is the priming system reliable? I do not at all like the Loadmaster priming system. It would constantly not load a primer or load one upside down. It's so bad I stopped using the Loadmaster & went back to my 4 hole turret press because that priming system just works.
Question: It's difficult to see but, is the ram in the center of the shell plate assembly or offset like the Breech Lock AP? I have the breech lock and I like the press but I find there are inconsistencies related to the shell plate base having flex. I hope this beefier ram is more center to eleviate what I see is a cantilever effect on the previously mention AP.
F.C.45,great presentation on the Lee six pac pro, so much that I ordered mine this is my first progressive loader, I always have had Lee products they work great, but I’m kind of tossed on a powder check die did you get yours yet? And which one are you going to use? I am going to be ordering a in-line fabrication roller handle for my progressive press, the ergonomically one. keep up the great videos. I always follow you and Elvis ammo for my reloading with lead bullets Thank you.
This is the first progressive I've even considered, but it went OOS as soon as I could fit it in my budget...and then I spent that money on primers. To save some cash I'm eyeing the bare bones press and the shell plates I need since I have all the other bits.
Hello to thePsyko Klown..!! Congrats on the primer score...!! That's the limiting factor as we speak - I loaded up a couple hundred 45 Colts to satisfaction with this press, but if I kept going, I'd be gone with primers... so we have to budget our primer supplies. So far, this press is a nice performing progressive. I'll be doing a bit more with it for sure... Happy New Year, Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC Midsouth Shooters Supply has the best price and a free shipping code (over $49) at the moment. Pulled the trigger on the base press ($240) and the two shell plates I needed. Add in a set of bushings and bench plate adapter and it's a few bucks less than a caliber specific kit. Caliber specific is $340. Now I need those shiny new NOE powder through expanders.
@FotuneCooki45LC, thank you for sharing this great informative video. It is much appreciated. I am new to reloading and learned so much about this equipment from your video. What station do you de-prime the casing? Does the equipment put the powder into the casing on the upstroke on station 2? Thank you once again.
What is the point of buying extra shell-plates if this press is not designed/intended to easily change calibers? I think I'll keep my 5-station Lee Progressive, and get some LED lights for powder checking. Any problems with Lee's bullet feeder for the 5-stage progressive? It looks clever.
Great video as always FC! I have a question regarding some new old stock Remington 44 cal .431 246gr lead bullets I purchased recently. I cannot find any load data for them they must be from the 70s! Are these ok to use for 44 mag if seated to the top cannelure?
I am still waiting for Lee to make a simple metal wrench to be used with their new locking nuts instead of that piece of junk plastic thingy. I discovered a cheap castle nut wrench works great but leaves marks if you tighten hard.
Hi I`m new to reloading do you have a video on how to set the dies on my lee six pack pro 6000 ? i just got it and dont want to set it up wrong and mess anything up can you help ?
Hey fortunecookie45. Big fan! I got my six pack and have loaded about 150 rounds of .380acp so far. I had issues with the primer slide raising slightly and wouldn't feed in. I ended up threading a screw into the hole beside the arm and modified a fender washer to keep it held down and now it works perfect everytime. Did you have this problem any?
Very nice that they are thinking of the bullet feeder and the powder check die.
Chad Hedges - That RCBS bullet feeder works nicely - but I learned that when adding a new bullet stack - the weight of the new stack impacting on the "interrupter" can lead to the dreaded bullet dump if there isn't a case in the die to absorb the new stack. Once we get that bullet dump a couple of times, we get the idea. Happy New Year to you, Steve
I've had this press for about 2 months, loaded 9mm, 10mm, and 400 Cor-Bon on it so far. Priming system works great. Indexing system is the same as the Pro 4000, weak point is the plastic driver clutch that the indexing rod goes into and rotates the shellplate. The clutch is easily worn or broken if you try to use too much force when putting the indexing rod back in after changing shellplates. The rod should slide right in; if it doesn't reach underneath the carrier and move the clutch a little so the rod lines up with the slots in the clutch. Make sure you have several spare clutches on hand until you get used to changing the shellplate.
Tim Spence = Thanks for the tips. Always good to get the angles from more experienced users. Since I've got to get another spring, I'll look into getting more of those clutches. Lee always had those issues with any of their rod indexing presses. Happy New Year to you, Steve
Happy holidays.. I’ve been watching you for as long as you’ve been on . Thank you so much. Stay healthy.
I was debating between 4000 and this one. You've convinced me on the 6000. Great video, thank you!
Your vids are always more enjoyable and contain more clarity than other presenters. Well done.
Thanks for the video and information. Nice press .
Dwayne 7834 - And Happy New Year to you, Dwayne..!! Steve
I have been eagerly waiting to hear your thoughts on this press. Thanks!
Thank you for sharing this with us.Lee is still on the cutting edge.they make great presses for a good price.
Nice video, I have a single stage Lee and in the middle of outfitting my Lee Turret, Now Im wanting to jump straight to a 6 pack pro 🤪👍🏻
Looking forward to more videos on this press.
Another great lee video!
Cranked a bunch of .38 special in mine, new primer pin Lee is now using. Have RCBS powder lockout die which locks the press if under or over powder, case feeder is good, primer doesn’t feed the last 5 so you watch that, do bullets by hand and may get a bullet feeder. Lee is providing good support and free upgrades if needed. I am a happy user after initial problem with primer pin. No short strokes allowed. Have fun.
Fortune Cookie man ive always wanted to say thank you man , ive learned so much from you on casting and reloading you are a master reloader man thank you for sharing your knowledge, God bless you sir.
Very informative grate video thank you sir it's a great press 👍
Thank you so much for making this informative video!!!
Another nice presentation, FC. The press looks like a winner! 🤛🏻🔫🇺🇸
Thanks, Walter - I've used the press now with the RCBS bullet feeder and RCBS Powder Check Die. But unless we are dumping in primers 100 at a time (and we can run out of primers quick that way), only loading 30-40 primers at a time into the tray runs out of primers muy pronto. For long reloading sessions, multiple loaded Lee primer trays would be helpful to keep the press cranking. Also, multiple loaded bullet feed tubes would be good to keep the press from stalling to load bullets into tubes. Of course, the Lee Case Collator is a must. Best to ya, Walter for a Happy New Year..!! Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC
Any reason you went with the RCBS bullet feeder instead of the LEE?
I've been using a Lee Precision Classic Turret Press with the Pro Auto Disc and an Auto Drum for fifteen years and I have been very satisfied. My only issue with it has been auto-indexing. I removed the indexing rod so I could manually advance the turret head, and this works fine. I am now curious about moving to a progressive press. I have been looking at the Dillion RL550 and the Lee Six Pack 6000. I want to thank Fortune Cookie for doing such a good job describing the functions of these presses. I look forward to more videos.
Steve you've got an awesome collection of presses. I'm looking forward to seeing this one in action. Nice lighting in the cookie shack too.
Nick - the powder check and bullet feeder dies arrived and I've got the video in the cue... Press is a real ammo cranker... only primer limits hold this press back... Happy New Year, Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC Happy New Year to y'all.
Nice! I just dropped 200 10 mm reloads from my Dillion 550 B by popping out the quick change .38sp/.357 mag and sliding in the 40 SW/10 MM set up. Planned this ahead so that in 2014 when I started tooling up I would finally be here in 2022 (almost 23~!) and able to reload four different callibers with only two quick change die sets. :) Also just got my 9mm die set...need to buy another quick change station...! :)
Awesome!! Great to see ya Steve... that's a dang nice looking press that Lee has come up with! I need to pick 1 up for sure! Hope yall had a very Merry Christmas and gonna have a blessed new year brother!! Wade
Wade - Always great to hear from you, Brother Wade. There's still work to do, or a-home goin' we go... Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC LOL! Amen brother! 😁
Steve Months back, creating my new loading station. I also came up with the idea of the rolling toolbox. All the draws are right there with loading equipment and the small area I have to work with. I bolted down 2x6s for strength and bolted my gear to them. Mine has Lee 12 gauge mounted, lee progressive, Lee single light press, Lee powder loader, Lee app press, RCBC rock chucker, and RCBS bench primer mounted. For all 4 sides, I can be doing some kind of process.
Great video Fortune Cookie. As usual. You covered everything about this new press. I've loaded about 600 .223 rounds through mine using the resize, powder measure$, powder checker, bullet feeder, bullet seater and crimp as you said. Bullet feeder by Mr Bullet Feeder, 6 tubes, and the RCBS powder checker. I added thin fiber washers to the linkage to tighten up the tolerance while also making it smoother. I also replaced the linkage lock nits with low profile nylock nuts. Much better, smoother. Its a pretty press full of innovation.
Hi Dave...
I'm just starting to get into reloading and looking for my first press. Wanting to reload 9mm,.223, and 6.5Grendel. I was looking at the 6000 since I could potentially remove the indexing rod and use this as a single/turret at first, and then as a progressive as I learn more.
Do you use the auto indexing when running your rifle rounds through it? How do you deal with trimming the cases?
Thanks for any help.
@@craigbrown1854 Hi Craig, the order I started in was Single, Lee Classic Turret, then the 6000.
For bouncing between single and indexed the turret will serve you best. The turret in my view is more fun. 4 pulls and you've got a round vs 1 round after you pull 6 times. Paying attention to 6 operations simultaneously is a lot to manage. I do not use on press priming, I've had far too many issues with it and spilling powder jams up this press pretty badly.
This is a cool press, I did things to it to make it feel more precise, like nylock nuts instead of the stock ones, and thrust washers. Tightens up the linkage.
If you really want to experience progressive reloading this is a cool press once dialed in. For a new reloaded (I'm fairly new too) I'd recommend the Lee Classic Turret. Why? As you mentioned you can use it as a single by removing the indexing rod. Also beneath pull you fully focus on one operation. Its surprising how many rounds you can do on a turret press with the indexing enabled. Get a kicker kit and its even faster. Another thing better about the turret is the removable turret itself. For caliber changes its 30 seconds, turret and shell holder, done. Once you set your dies for a caliber you are done. To me its more fun and less stressful. The Lee Classic is more like a Dillon which also uses a block to keep the dies together dialed in. Its a cool bullet proof press.
The Lee 6000 is a very innovative and pretty press. Having 6 dies is better than 4 on the turret. If you like tweaking and dialing in, and are patient, the 6000 is cool. It is more fussy. A lot is going on at the sane time to watch so you need to go slowly and deliberately. Things WILL go wrong. Spilled powder, shells fall down, bullets don't drop (if you use a feeder). The better dialed in the better it'll work.
I loaded about 250 .223 using the turret, then 750 or do using the 6000. Then I used the turret for .308. Because I wanted the powder perfect I trickled.
If I missed anything please feel free to ask.
I literally just watched your old video on the first get breech press and that got me interested in the new model. Thanks for the content!
Looks like a nice press. I got to much invested in my loadmaster to get this. But I looks like a good improvement over the loadmaster.
JBO - Your Loadmaster is still a good press. I'd recommend this press for the new reloaders getting into progressive reloading, or to experienced reloaders looking to add a new progressive press designated for one caliber - set it up and crank it for that one caliber. Best to ya for a great New Year, Steve
Hey Steve looking forward to seeing the press in action.
Happy New YEAR TILL then.
Interesting. I wonder if a Double Alpha powder check will work with this press.
Jeff, I believe it does, along with the DAA bullet feeder makes it automated at a great price point.
Jeff in TD - Any powder check die will work in this press, I got the RCBS, and it works great. Also, any bullet feeder can be adapted to this press if we are handy enough. I just use the RCBS bullet feeder die and four tubes. Just don't want to slam a new stack down without a case in the die to prevent the dreaded bullet dump. Happy New Year, Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC I have several of the Dillon powder checkers, but I kind of like the idea of the double alpha, in that it doesn’t go off if no case is present. Not enough to upgrade from what I have, though.
Great video! I love that press! So worth it for the price! I have a bullet feeder and powder check die in mine. Fantastic!! 💜💜
BB - Got my RCBS powder check die and RCBS bullet feeder, and now have that press cranking - loaded up 200 rounds in one leisure hour. - Kinda hard on the primer supply, but I used to shoot up 200 rounds of 45 Colt in one afternoon range session - no longer though or I'd be out of primers. Happy New Year, Steve
A electricians lock nut wrench works great on the splined die holders for tightening and loosening
John Sullivan - Thanks for that tip, John...the little plastic wrenches Lee supplies are a bit like Leggo... works though with a bit of Drat this Drat - at times. Happy New Year, Steve
Thanks for the great video! I have several of the Lee presses and never considered going the progressive route but this changed my mind. Midway had one 45 Colt press in stock so I decided to go with that one and got it for a very good price. I also needed to pick up some other shell plates which they were out of but I found elsewhere. The press should be here on Monday. Looking forward to setting it up. I think the only thing I don't have is enough breech lock bushings for a bullet feeder and powder check, other than that I should be all set! I really enjoy all your videos, you do a great presentation!
Thanks for the loads of detail on the press.
Thanks for putting out the video on this new press. I like the Lee products.
Very cool looking forward to your experiences with this new press.
Nice press, some times Lee can be finicky and quirky but when tuned the stuff just works 👍
MCK - Indeed, but this press seems to get into the sweet spot without too much trouble...Too bad for limited primer supply, or I'd crank out a couple thou rounds to really give this press a good workout... I did load up 200 rounds in a leisurely hour, though... that video is in the cue... Happy New Year, Steve
Nice preview. Would also like to see details of a caliber change. Look forward to the press in action. Thanks for the video.
I’m still awaiting stock here in South Africa.
But I own the pro 4000 and it seems they improved the things I don’t like(stronger linkage, steel carrier) and kept the things I like( breech lock, indexing system, case feeding)
I do know the linkage from my classic cast and classic turret so this will be a winner.
The priming system is completely new but I’m extremely glad they kept the primer tray and didn’t go for tubes.
Can’t wait for this press.
Mr. Smit - Hello to South Africa and the Cape of Good Hope..!! Your 4000 is still a good press. That 4000 press got to where I abandoned that Lee primer feeder arm - I could hand feed the primers much more reliably. And that press worked nicely that way. Now the 6000 allows use of bullet feeder (the RCBS bullet feeder works very well as long as we load new bullet stacks with a case in the die so that the dreaded bullet dump doesn't happen from the weight of the new bullet stack defeating the interrupter) and powder check die as well as separate crimping. We're in business.... Happy New Year to you, Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC good day sir, yes I really enjoy the pro 4000, I have zero problems with it. But I want to upgrade to the six pack pro for the better linkage and I will be able to load 223 and 308 on it. Also I want to use it to deprime and size and prime bulk 30-06.
Actually I really like the Lee safety prime(pez dispenser)
But it seem people either love it or hate it.
Nice greetings to the USA, Julian
I see the kink in the prime feed spring where you caught it in the press. I found if you put a piece of shrink tube about 3/4 the length of the spring from the top down and only shrink the top 1/2" it works a lot better. And does not get caught again.
I’m just waiting for that .45 Long Colt headstamped case! It seems to be quite a collector piece. I have a few .45 Short Colt cases for sale.
I love those kirkland containers for storing brass, hilarious to see others do the same!
I just bought a Pro6000 and your good video was very helpful in setting it up. There weren't very detailed instructions.
I’ve been hoping Fortune Cookie would do a video on this press. It looks so tempting.
Brandon Lowery - I'll be doing more videos on this press...already loaded up a couple hundred rounds without much trouble...once I got warmed up into the "sweet spot", the press rolls 'em out nicely... Happy New Year, Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC
Hope y'all had a had nice New Years. Glad to hear the press seems to be working good like any Lee press some fiddling is required to get them running right but when they do their awesome. Do you think that press would be a good first progressive.
It does look tempting. Tired of doing handgun rounds in my single stage i us for my PRS
@@jameswebb80I recently bought a Dillon 550 and that press is pretty decent.
I was the "666" like, to go along with your string of "6's" for this progressive press. Thanks, Fortune Cookie 45LC, for all of your help!
Thanks FC, great video as always I look forward to your advice.
It looks like a good press for doing volume. I wish we could see it in action with you. I hope you can do a video with it in complete operation. Thank you for showing us how it works. Great video!!!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks, John - You are good folks..!! The RCBS powder check die and bullet feeder have arrived and after setup, loaded up 200 rounds in a leisurely one hour of time. Just got warmed up, but primer rationing put a halt to the operations... Still, that was a quick 200. My conclusions are that this is a very nice progressive press... Happy New Year, Steve
Nice vid! Ive contacted Lee about the new bottles. I like the idea af the "screw in the bottle" threading. Butwhen your checking charges, you cant put the powder back into the bottle. My suggestion was to put a screw cap on the other end. Makes life easier. And those wrenches are not very useful without having a longer handle. Better than nothing, but Id rather have a real wrench. That said, Ive had good loading experiences with their products.
Cheapest powder bottle I've ever seen. I have it on my new pro 1000. No way to dump powder back into the hopper. Dear Lee, Please bring back the red bottles with the removable lid.
@@jungleno. So if they kept the new and just added a screw top. That would cover all bases.😉
Fantastic video Fortune Cookie! Straight forward & concise overview with some good insight from an experienced reloader. Looking forward to the full review.
Have Lee send you the upgrades gold spring for the priming system. There's a difference in the construction of the end loops. That silver spring is that same as the one on the APP.
Inline Fabrication now has two roller handles for this press.
Awesome video sir. Very informative and much appreciated.
It looks good but as a 30+ year user of 2 loadmaster presses I don't know if I would be comfortable with priming on the down stroke. I tried it on a pro1000 and forgot to go down to seat a primer far too many times. I only use it as a case prep/pre primed press now. The Loadmasters do everything else...quite well too!
mike a - Your LMs are still fine presses. Other brand progressive users look down at the LMs, but far too much ammo has been loaded on LMs to ever cast aspersions in that direction. This new press is Lee's innovation into 6 stations. No current progressive reloader has to make the change. I intend to keep this press ready to go for the one caliber I got it in. My friend Arturo and I will be cranking out ammo any time we need. Have a very Happy New Year, Steve
Congratulations,,i`m still tinkering with my Pro 1000,,these are all sold out in my area
Convinced me to upgrade to a progressive. Enjoy your vids. Thanks.
Thank you! And Happy New Year !
Len S - And a very Happy New Year to you.... Steve
I have one of these. I wanted "One press to rule them all!" I.E. do everything from 9mm to 30-06. Breaks my heart to write this. When loading .308, station one likes to leave the shell in the die and tear off only 2 bits of brass. I don't thing it is seating all the way in the plate. I gave up and pulled the die loading only decapped pre-sized brass. That little grey plastic ring thing in your green tray? A. makes partial through shell removal (weight check or other problems) VERY difficult or impossible. B. pops partially out and screws things up. It would have been really nice if Lee had made eh plate carrier and the plate actually FIT each other. The primer pin is only one diameter, small, so it dents and distorts the large primers. Replacement zinc shell plate holders to not come with the screw holders threaded. So if you need one make sure to use either self tapping screws or tap the screw hold first otherwise, the screws can snap upon first installation. I would NOT recommend this press, at least not for any rifle ammo. I would avoid buying this press for anything, except (perhaps) pistol ammo.
The "extra" powder measure regulator is probably the other of two sizes for different powder drop ranges.
OK FC, I've been waiting for this video from you. Hopefully, you'll do the part 2 where you actually load that jar of .45 colt ammo and tell us what you think of the press. Those breechblock bushings are 4 for $20 at midway, but what if you want all 6? That's $40 and you're +2 bushings that sit in the drawer. Is that cheaper than buying toolheads? Is that easier than swapping out a toolhead? Dillon XL 650 toolheads are $40 on their website. I'm curious how you bent the spring that drives the primer feed bar? This press certainly looks good. It would be nice if a guy could cobble a Dillon powder check system this press. I like how you demonstrate the need for clearance from the bench. It looks like in your case you'd be better served mounting it to a piece of 3/8" plate 12"X12" such that it could be positioned far enough out to provide proper clearance. I've never been impressed with any of the available mounts. You demonstrated how the Lee mount needs a screwdriver , or similar pin to keep a press from coming free, in a video from a few years ago. This press is $300 cheaper than XL 750 but does it operate as smoothly as the Dillon? It looks like it from videos other users have posted. We await your opinion. Thanks FC. R, Steve
SteveinLA - Yes, more costs with the breech locks. If you have breech locks already (I have the APP) they'll be no shortage of breechlock bushings. However, having breech locks designated for this new Six Pack Press still means designated breech locks. I intend to do more videos on this press that you'll be able see, TH-cam willing. How that spring sprung happened is a mystery, there was a hiccup that I didn't pick up as being problematic, and the next thing I realized was the bent spring...but the function is still fine, so I'll just have to put in a call to Lee for another spring or two. Whatever caused the sprung spring hasn't repeated so it must have been a fluke. I loaded up a quick 200 rounds without much trouble at all. I just got the Inline Fabrication Quick Mount for this Six Pack Press so it automatically gives 1 1/2" more bench clearance - problem solved. Happy New Year to you, from Steve in WA state - soon back to CA...
@@FortuneCookie45LC Greetings FC, you don't know it, but your one of my favorite gun tubers; Cheers! I mentioned the spring because another gun tuber, "come relax and learn" had the same problem he mentioned in his first video about this press. He too wasn't sure how the spring got bent. I believe Lee replaced it. I can see the advantage to not having toolheads, but then again I'm used to having them with the XL650. It looks like Lee got it right this time. I bought a lee Pro1000 a couple of years ago. It was too small. I couldn't get my fingers into it to remove, or replace cases for inspection easily. The primer system was wonky and required inspection to verify that a primer had been delivered to the seating post and that the primer had seated properly. It was such a frustration for me that I returned it. Dillon equipment is expensive; I get that. I am pleased to see that there are less expensive options, but they have to work well without frustration, or dangerous flaws. So, you made 200 rounds. Do you like the press? Are you tickled pink with it?
Thank you, R, Steve
Looks really nice, love my load master. HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Rawhide - Nothing wrong with the LM..!! Continued good reloadin' to ya, and Happy New Year to you as well..!! Steve
This thing looks awesome! Would love to get one of these for reloading 5.56 in bulk quantities.
Thanks for all your help .. I cast bullets now. ( for personal use only )
Have you created the update video on running the Six Pack Press? Would love to see it in action and see how well it actually works, in addition to your opinion on any issues and troubleshooting. Thanks!
How precise is the new Lee auto drum powder measure?
With ballpowder and small charges it is extremely accurate, less than a tenth of a grain deviation.
Extruded powder I can’t load precisely with it as I get a few tenths of a grain deviation( which actually still is better than some factory ammo)
Thank you .. Looking forward to the bullet losding vid
Looks like this would be a great step up from my Lee Classic Turret press. Very exciting, I just wish primer supply was better.
Good job, as usual. I don't believe it is as smooth as my loadmaster. It does allow spaces dor case and bullet feed and powder check die.
Looks like the way the case feeder works is better than the Loadmaster for sure. That's one thing I am constantly having to jack with on the LM
Toolness1 - Lee APP press users will easily gravitate to this 6000 press... Happy New Year and thanks for posting... Steve
Excellent review Steve. Looking forward to your opinion on the primer feed when compared to that on the Lee Pro 1000.
Charles, Valhalla, Pretoria, South Africa
I like the Lee load master better because the whole top turret can be removed. So you can have a turret with dies for each project.
The press base was flush with your bench. Do you think mounting the press somewhat forward and past the edge would still allow it to be secure? I assume an overhang of even a half inch would make for clearance on the down stroke. Looks like three bolt holes per side on the base.
Bruce Wayne - Very observant of you, Bruce. And, I've got an ace up my sleeve. I just got the Inline Fabrication Quick Mount base for this press. Dan at IF already has the mount for this new press in inventory. That mount automatically gives 1 1/2" more forward clearance - easily what is needed.... I'll just pop that on, and be in business... Happy New Year, Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC And Happy New Year to you also!
Finally get to see another out there in the wild. Seem to be sold out everywhere with no stock.
Paul Venn - Within the last couple of days, Midway had the press in stock, and now out of stock. But they still have the Kits with this press in stock. And MidSouth had the kits and the press only, but only in selected kit calibers - they have the press only in stock - just checked, but might be out of stock tomorrow. I'm glad I got this press in 45 Colt caliber when I did. Happy New Year to you, Steve
As always, anything we need to know about reloading can be found on FC45LC'S channel. Thanks once again for posting.
The lack of an exchangeable turret and the ram linkage overtravel is a bummer. But overall this looks like a pretty trouble free progressive. Especially if the reloader isn't reloading many different calibers.
Steve, I'm looking forward to seeing your operation of this press. There seems to be a little controversy about the primer feed. I'll be very interested in seeing what you end up with! Happy New Year!
Steve D - Yes, the primers need to have stacking in the primer chute tube; the last 5 primers or so won't feed. If I were running this press like I used to run my Dillons, I'd want about 10 loaded Lee primer trays ready to go (wish I could use primers with reckless abandon like that...). Happy New Year to ya, Steve
I been waiting 6 month if not more for this press to come out . I think only you tube people are getting them .
Lol
Great video, who has primers in stock, i got a Dillon 750 and a Redding T7 sitting idle
I stopped in a tiny sporting shop in a tiny town last Friday about was shocked to see boxes and boxes of Federal and Federal Gold Medal. I was sure they’d limit my purchase, but nope…had more in the back. I spent my year’s reloading budget on primers in one purchase. I hope you find some luck as well. I still can’t believe it.
Nice. I didn’t realize lee made a new press
Excellent video FC45! What about a station for mouth flaring? Pistol calibre lead bullets I was thinking. Would you have to do seating/ crimping on another press?
Love your channel. Subbed.
Is it just me but if you have the primer catcher hose connected would it inhibit the full stroke movement required for the action. The press needed to be fitted with the second lot of bolt holes as flush to the front of the table/unit as possible by the looks
Hi there is there a way to add Lee expander die on station 4, before dropping bullet atop of the brass shell? In doing so, there will only be two stations left to do three tasks: bullet dropping, seating, and crimping. One station short, isn't it? What is recommendation for the case mouth expansion step? Maybe the expander die is not needed in your opinion? Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge on reloading BTW!!
I wonder how reloading equipment manufacturers can sell any presses when primers are generally not available. Where can I buy a few CASES (5000 per) large pistol primers? That new press looks very simplified. Love to see it in action! Hint, hint...
6:30 Looks lie you have been a victim of the priming spring kinking. Most of the time it gets ruined. You did a good job of bending it back. I’ve found this usually happens when you are down to the last 3-6 primers. I’ve found that if you keep the primer chute full this does not happen.
I think it’s time to finally replace my Loadmaster, never had luck with the priming system on that press
Good looking rig.
Thanks for the video. I’m having trouble locating a powder check die. Who makes them? Thanks
Is the priming system reliable? I do not at all like the Loadmaster priming system. It would constantly not load a primer or load one upside down. It's so bad I stopped using the Loadmaster & went back to my 4 hole turret press because that priming system just works.
Question: It's difficult to see but, is the ram in the center of the shell plate assembly or offset like the Breech Lock AP? I have the breech lock and I like the press but I find there are inconsistencies related to the shell plate base having flex. I hope this beefier ram is more center to eleviate what I see is a cantilever effect on the previously mention AP.
I, too, like the press. However, I see you've also had primer spring kink issues, likely due to powder collecting in the primer seat and feed areas.
Pretty neat! Thanks for the video.
Hello to Greg La Roche..!! And thanks for posting comment. Best to ya for a Happy New Year, Steve
Thanks for the great videos.
For us UK shooters, how about doing some 308 on this press to see just how good rifle ammo it can make?
F.C.45,great presentation on the Lee six pac pro, so much that I ordered mine this is my first progressive loader, I always have had Lee products they work great, but I’m kind of tossed on a powder check die did you get yours yet? And which one are you going to use? I am going to be ordering a in-line fabrication roller handle for my progressive press, the ergonomically one. keep up the great videos. I always follow you and Elvis ammo for my reloading with lead bullets Thank you.
I pulled the trigger. Does your safety primer tray have clearance issues? Mine fouls on the press head.
Can you reload once fired shells hot for high velocity and power and what primer is needed for max power 3 inch 12 ga
I'm very interested in this press. I wish they used turrets though.
This is the first progressive I've even considered, but it went OOS as soon as I could fit it in my budget...and then I spent that money on primers.
To save some cash I'm eyeing the bare bones press and the shell plates I need since I have all the other bits.
Hello to thePsyko Klown..!! Congrats on the primer score...!! That's the limiting factor as we speak - I loaded up a couple hundred 45 Colts to satisfaction with this press, but if I kept going, I'd be gone with primers... so we have to budget our primer supplies. So far, this press is a nice performing progressive. I'll be doing a bit more with it for sure... Happy New Year, Steve
@@FortuneCookie45LC I'm actually having more trouble finding my favorite powders than primers. Happy New Year to you and your family.
@@FortuneCookie45LC Midsouth Shooters Supply has the best price and a free shipping code (over $49) at the moment. Pulled the trigger on the base press ($240) and the two shell plates I needed. Add in a set of bushings and bench plate adapter and it's a few bucks less than a caliber specific kit. Caliber specific is $340. Now I need those shiny new NOE powder through expanders.
Good Video/Info.
Full stroke. Ingenious!😂
Noob here. Great vid.Thank you.. Can you trim brass on that press?
@FotuneCooki45LC, thank you for sharing this great informative video. It is much appreciated. I am new to reloading and learned so much about this equipment from your video. What station do you de-prime the casing? Does the equipment put the powder into the casing on the upstroke on station 2? Thank you once again.
What is the point of buying extra shell-plates if this press is not designed/intended to easily change calibers? I think I'll keep my 5-station Lee Progressive, and get some LED lights for powder checking.
Any problems with Lee's bullet feeder for the 5-stage progressive? It looks clever.
Great video as always FC! I have a question regarding some new old stock Remington 44 cal .431 246gr lead bullets I purchased recently. I cannot find any load data for them they must be from the 70s! Are these ok to use for 44 mag if seated to the top cannelure?
I am still waiting for Lee to make a simple metal wrench to be used with their new locking nuts instead of that piece of junk plastic thingy. I discovered a cheap castle nut wrench works great but leaves marks if you tighten hard.
Hi I`m new to reloading do you have a video on how to set the dies on my lee six pack pro 6000 ? i just got it and dont want to set it up wrong and mess anything up can you help ?
Hey fortunecookie45. Big fan! I got my six pack and have loaded about 150 rounds of .380acp so far. I had issues with the primer slide raising slightly and wouldn't feed in. I ended up threading a screw into the hole beside the arm and modified a fender washer to keep it held down and now it works perfect everytime. Did you have this problem any?