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Star Reloaders Discussion Forums => Star Reloaders => Topic started by: rrag on March 27, 2011, 06:51:59 pm
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Hello all,
I am just starting out with the star reloader and have some questions. I am setting one of my two machines for .45 Auto Rim. I noticed that on the one I am setting up there is a taper crimp die but there is no shell floor base plug (part #68U). When I checked my second machine it had a plug and out of curiosity, I tried to install the plug in the first one but it did not fit, it was too long. The first machine has a ridge/shelf? to stop the plug but obviously it does not allow the plug to fit all the way in. Of course, I can reverse myself and set up for .45 Auto rim on the second machine but is there anywhere I can buy a short shell floor base plug in case I want to use taper crimps on both machines (one came with set up for .45ACP and another for .44 S&W Spl and I have a tool head set up for .38 SPl)? Any advice will be appreciated. Thanks.
Rene
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There are three types of plugs used in Universals. I suspect that you have the one pictured on the right. If so it is removable, just push it up from the bottom, or hook it with a wire and pull it up. It may be held in place with dried lubricant, or with rust, so you may have to work on it a bit, but it is removable.
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Thanks! I removed it by just pulling up with my finger. I would still like to find another universal plug but at least I can use this one on either machine.
Rene
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rbwillnj
Thanks for the tip on shell floor plate bushing/plug(67u&68u). I was just inthe process of figuring out how to remove the bushing so I can place the plug into the slot. New to reloading and to star alsoso I didn't know I could just pull it out with my finger. Last night was thinking the base needed to be removed. So, you are a life saver or maybe I should say a Starpress saver, mine to be exact.
I've purchased Ray Brandes's case kicker and indexer. Should be here tomorrow. So the info was timely!!!
Thanks!!
Tony