RL450 Upgrades

#1 · May 18, 2009, 1:31 am

Can an RL450 accept the roller handle and strong mount for a 550?

Thanks

#2 · May 18, 2009, 9:28 pm

Yes to both, unless the RL450 handle has a bend near the base.

#3 · May 22, 2009, 1:45 am

Thanks, I ordered both.

#4 · August 29, 2009, 9:23 pm

I'm curious to know how this worked for you (roller handle) If your crank does not have a bend in it, the handle will hit the shellplate, and you won't be able to lower the shaft all the way.

I tried to install a new 550-style crank on my press, and could not make it work. You have to get the upper link arms off in order to mount the new crank, and I wasn't able to do that.

So, I'm back to the old ball handle :(. Hope you had better luck than I did. My 450 is at least 25 years old, so maybe a newer version will accept the new crank (or has a crank with a bend in it.

I love the Strong Mounts-they are one of the best upgrades Dillon ever came out with. Get the bin bracket and bullet tray which go on the Strong Mount if you haven't already.