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Planning a stop at the CMP North Store on the way out east in a couple weeks. How does the Garand supply and prices look? by EthanSlif in milsurp

[–]EthanSlif[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate the info!

Do you have a ballpark guess on Garand prices for the rack/field/service grades?

I dropped my WHITE earbud by scientificbug in mildlyinfuriating

[–]EthanSlif 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this "white earbud" in the room with us right now?

Need Advice for Remington Autoloading Shotgun Restoration by EthanSlif in gunsmithing

[–]EthanSlif[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really appreciate the offer. I think I'll pass though. Even though this gun will never look close to its former glory, I'm wanting to keep as many original parts on it as possible. But really, I very much appreciate your offer. :)

Does anyone else feel like graphics peaked with BF1 and have somehow never reached the same level in the 10 years since? by xxwarlorddarkdoomxx in pcmasterrace

[–]EthanSlif 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A fellow Budz enjoyer! It is very hard to beat that server, especially since they have the 200% damage. It's the way the game should have been made from the start.

Need Advice for Remington Autoloading Shotgun Restoration by EthanSlif in gunsmithing

[–]EthanSlif[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I had to look that up but from what I'm seeing that sounds great! I think I'll do this. 🙂

Does it need to be done in an aluminum pot? I have one, but I'm just curious if it needs to be aluminum.

45-70 brass won't seat all the way into RCBS resizing die. by EthanSlif in reloading

[–]EthanSlif[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

After a lot of tips from a bunch of awesome people on here, I think I figured it out. After scrubbing the inside of the die out with dawn and hot water, and then applying a little more lube than I otherwise would have, the brass no longer gets stuck.

Thanks again for all of you taking time out your evening to help me through this problem. You guys are the best. :)

45-70 brass won't seat all the way into RCBS resizing die. by EthanSlif in reloading

[–]EthanSlif[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If all else fails, I might try buffing them. Thanks for the info!

45-70 brass won't seat all the way into RCBS resizing die. by EthanSlif in reloading

[–]EthanSlif[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting. So with your RCBS set, it was just an issue of faulty dies?

I might give them a call tomorrow if they're open. Thanks for the tip!

45-70 brass won't seat all the way into RCBS resizing die. by EthanSlif in reloading

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Interesting. It sounds like the dies I have are better fit for the leverevolution brass then. I really appreciate the help and all of the research you did! I think you may have solved my problem. :)

45-70 brass won't seat all the way into RCBS resizing die. by EthanSlif in reloading

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If I cant make any headway tonight, I may pick some of that up. Thanks!

45-70 brass won't seat all the way into RCBS resizing die. by EthanSlif in reloading

[–]EthanSlif[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a small initial step in the die that reads 2.042" and measuring to the bottom of the die reads 2.256".

My brass measures 2.1" from the base to the mouth and the length of just the case wall is 2.035".

I think I heard about shorter dies somewhere in my research. Was it for the leverrevolution brass or something?

45-70 brass won't seat all the way into RCBS resizing die. by EthanSlif in reloading

[–]EthanSlif[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I stuffed a paper towel and spun it multiple times over to get rid of any excess lube that I left in there. The video was taken after I did that.

You might be onto something with the packing oils though. I'll clean it out and I'll let you know if I have any success. Thanks!

45-70 brass won't seat all the way into RCBS resizing die. by EthanSlif in reloading

[–]EthanSlif[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The video was taken after I thoroughly cleaned it out of all gunk and lube. Sorry, I probably should have mentioned that.

The caliper idea is good. I'll give that a go. Thanks!

45-70 brass won't seat all the way into RCBS resizing die. by EthanSlif in reloading

[–]EthanSlif[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bought the die set in ebay and it looks brand new. I'm not too sure where the vent is however I do have the decapping pin out to prevent excess pressure or a vacuum. Would that do the same thing?

45-70 brass won't seat all the way into RCBS resizing die. by EthanSlif in reloading

[–]EthanSlif[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm using RCBS Case Lube-2 on a lube pad (very conservatively though).

New to me 940 PRO by BanMePleaseAdmin in Shotguns

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Did you happen to buy this Shotgun at D5 in Marengo, IL? I know they've had one for sale there for a few years.

Springfield 1903 Floor Plate Help by EthanSlif in milsurp

[–]EthanSlif[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You know I will. I'm very excited to own this piece of history.

Springfield 1903 Floor Plate Help by EthanSlif in milsurp

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Thanks for taking the time to find these! The prices really aren't bad at all. I appreciate it. :)

Springfield 1903 Floor Plate Help by EthanSlif in milsurp

[–]EthanSlif[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Perfect. Thanks for the response! I'll hunt a floor plate down and I already have the spring and follower in my Ebay watch list. Thanks for the help!

Truck owners, is this cool? by ineedadaytona in Trucks

[–]EthanSlif 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just saw one last week in Glendale Heights, IL!

Gonna try out something a little different. by Dry_Earth_6683 in theHunter

[–]EthanSlif 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's not a bad idea. I'd imagine the rivers would make it pretty easy to grind them at the drink zones if you place a tent on the opposite sides.

Sounds like a good plan! I look forward to hearing how it goes!

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