Emptying The Powder Measure
Quote from Reloader on April 10, 2008, 11:14 pmSince I only have the one powder measure for my B, what is the recommended way to empty it of powder when I am changing to a different powder?
Also, just curious, does the clear tube fit into the base by friction? I have an older SDB from around 1989, and I noticed that the tube tends to come loose on the base. I suppose I could drill and tap a hole to mount a set screw into, but I'd just as soon not. I notice that the XL-650 has a set screw on the base to hole the tube in place.
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Since I only have the one powder measure for my B, what is the recommended way to empty it of powder when I am changing to a different powder?
Also, just curious, does the clear tube fit into the base by friction? I have an older SDB from around 1989, and I noticed that the tube tends to come loose on the base. I suppose I could drill and tap a hole to mount a set screw into, but I'd just as soon not. I notice that the XL-650 has a set screw on the base to hole the tube in place.
Thanks for two great products!
Quote from Reloader on April 11, 2008, 1:23 pmAfter reading the chapter on caliber conversion for the XL-650, I figured that the same technique would work for the SDB, by removing the powder system and cycling it over the storage powder container.
Thanks again!
Joe
After reading the chapter on caliber conversion for the XL-650, I figured that the same technique would work for the SDB, by removing the powder system and cycling it over the storage powder container.
Thanks again!
Joe
Quote from Reloader on April 11, 2008, 4:38 pmInitially, the plastic hopper tube was glued in place using loctite black-max. Now, the tube has holes as well as the metal housing, and the tube is attached using two sheet metal screws.
To empty the hopper, just slide out the toolhead, invert over a funnel and pour the powder back into the original container.
Initially, the plastic hopper tube was glued in place using loctite black-max. Now, the tube has holes as well as the metal housing, and the tube is attached using two sheet metal screws.
To empty the hopper, just slide out the toolhead, invert over a funnel and pour the powder back into the original container.
Quote from Reloader on April 12, 2008, 3:01 pmThanks,
Can you give me some suggestions on how to secure the tube in the housing? I can't seem to locate the Black-Max. Would a typical household silicone sealant work?
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Can you give me some suggestions on how to secure the tube in the housing? I can't seem to locate the Black-Max. Would a typical household silicone sealant work?
Quote from Reloader on April 12, 2008, 3:32 pmUse a good grade of slow drying epoxy, such as JB Weld. Clean the interior of the metal with acetone, scraping out any residue. Put a couple of large drops of epoxy on this inside portion, 180 degrees apart. press the tube into place, twist it halfway around then back to spread the glue. Now put a wrap of tape around the base of the tube and housing to hold the clear tube in place while the epoxy cures overnight.
Use a good grade of slow drying epoxy, such as JB Weld. Clean the interior of the metal with acetone, scraping out any residue. Put a couple of large drops of epoxy on this inside portion, 180 degrees apart. press the tube into place, twist it halfway around then back to spread the glue. Now put a wrap of tape around the base of the tube and housing to hold the clear tube in place while the epoxy cures overnight.
Quote from Reloader on April 13, 2008, 3:23 pmThanks. I think I've found 5 distributors for the Black Max, is that still an acceptable adhesive or do you not recommend it any longer?
I'm sure I can find the JB Weld or similar products here in town.
Thanks again.
Thanks. I think I've found 5 distributors for the Black Max, is that still an acceptable adhesive or do you not recommend it any longer?
I'm sure I can find the JB Weld or similar products here in town.
Thanks again.