Knowledge on old Dillon press?

[HEdad]

I acquired a Dillon RL1000 from an older friend. I’ve gotten it cleaned, lubricated and functioning quite well. I am apparently missing a few things for the 9mm conversion and I’m likely going to have to upgrade to newer components, such as the auto case feeder.
Is there anyone local or know of someone who has knowledge and experience with this old machine? Is there a Dillon shop other than LA gun & reloading supply? I’m really hoping parts from the newer presses MAY interchange with my press.

 

[Jman1911]

I acquired a Dillon RL1000 from an older friend. I’ve gotten it cleaned, lubricated and functioning quite well. I am apparently missing a few things for the 9mm conversion and I’m likely going to have to upgrade to newer components, such as the auto case feeder.
Is there anyone local or know of someone who has knowledge and experience with this old machine? Is there a Dillon shop other than LA gun & reloading supply? I’m really hoping parts from the newer presses MAY interchange with my press.

Why not go see Brian?!

 

[HEdad]

Why not go see Brian?!

I have, and I like going there since he’s pretty much the only game in town. I actually brought my press to him and he said he’s never even seen one before I brought it up there.
I have also contacted Dillon directly and was told they literally have a box covered in dust on a shelf somewhere in the shop with all of the remaining parts for this press.
I am determined to keep this thing running!

 

[Jman1911]

I have, and I like going there since he’s pretty much the only game in town. I actually brought my press to him and he said he’s never even seen one before I brought it up there.
I have also contacted Dillon directly and was told they literally have a box covered in dust on a shelf somewhere in the shop with all of the remaining parts for this press.
I am determined to keep this thing running!

That’s awesome man…… send it to them for a refurb and you’ll love it! When it gets there just purchase parts needed to get her up and running!

 

[Jman1911]

Post some pics when you get the chance….

 

[scooterj]

I have two RL1000 presses and Dillon does not support them anymore. They stopped making them in the 1980s. Most of the parts are machined and were expensive to produce. They were selling them for less than it cost to make them.
There is a guy on Ebay making and selling shell plates and shell pushers. Other than that, you need to make your own parts or contract a machine shop.
I found a guy selling a tool head but he wanted $300 for one tool head. I’ll swap dies for that price.
They are great machines but are definitely not plug and play. They do require some tinkering.

 

[HEdad]

I have two RL1000 presses and Dillon does not support them anymore. They stopped making them in the 1980s. Most of the parts are machined and were expensive to produce. They were selling them for less than it cost to make them.
There is a guy on Ebay making and selling shell plates and shell pushers. Other than that, you need to make your own parts or contract a machine shop.
I found a guy selling a tool head but he wanted $300 for one tool head. I’ll swap dies for that price.
They are great machines but are definitely not plug and play. They do require some tinkering.

Oh man, I have so many questions for you! I don’t know where to start yet, but I can confirm I like to tinker so I’m good there. I also have the original manual which only gets me so far. What calibers are yours set up for?

 

[mylongscreenname]

This message chain and dialog is what makes this such a great site. HEdad, I hope you get it get running smooth and cranking out booolits!