press lube

bwa

February 13, 2002 12:53

I'm interested in what you're using to lubricate the ram and pivot points on your reloading presses, and how often you re-apply it.

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  spclark

  February 13, 2002 13:12

  RockChucker, single-stage, 40S&W to 300WinMag...I use a drop or two of straight 30-30W (from my handydandy oilcan) every month or so, unless it seems dry or I plan on reloading a bunch.Usually a drop on the ram too, after I brush away the grit.

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  badboybob

  February 13, 2002 14:18

  Lubricate???

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  Myjack

  February 13, 2002 18:28

  WD-40 ain't much for lubrication. I know there is a hornet's nest in that statement but IMHO is true.Tri-flo (has silicon) and slick 50 are 2 acceptable sprays, or - powdered graphite won't attract more dirt like oils and grease can.I have a buddy that swears by a spray - I think it's called "rusty duck" - I remember the name was something kinda weird

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  leeblackman

  February 13, 2002 21:29

  I never lubricate mine, I just use it and use it until it don't work anymore, then I box it up, ship it off to Dillon Precision, and when I get it back its brand new again...

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  Iconoclast

  February 13, 2002 23:12

  I keep an eye on the ram & clean it periodically, then lightly lube. Same for pivot points. Five minutes tops; seems like cheap insurance for such a large investment.

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