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I`m slowly figuring out my new Dillon 650 and its a pretty slick machine but I`m noticing a number of reoccurring issues

So far I`ve only experimented with 9mm and Ive found that 9mm cases frequently get stuck at the top of the case tube after being dropped by the case feeder

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Ive also noticed that after the last station when the shell plate rotates the finished round to be ejected many get jammed in the shell holder against the wire guide that directs them into the tray

It seems my case feeder is temperamental, seems to jam up and doesn't like to be loaded too much or it just seems to stop under the weight, for reliable feeding I can only put in a handful at the time - is this normal or do I have a dud?

Anyone else have similar issues? Any potential solutions?
 

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I've never had an issue with 9mm brass piling up at the top of the feeder tube. Do you have the switch set on low?

The wire guide will probably have to be adjusted so you don't get the cases jamming against the wire. I had to bend mine slightly when I added the roller bearing.

My case feeder doesn't like to be loaded too much either. Don't know why. A couple of handfuls is all it will take. I've tried adjusting the clutch but it doesn't change anything.
 
The issue with the case tube is that occasionally a 9mm case falls across the top of the tapered tube and gets wedged - I have literally watched this happening

I have tried both high and low speed for the case feeder - same end result
 
sookie_69 said:
I put around 1000 shells in mine and it feeds no problem. Do you have the right case feed plate installed and tightened correctly?
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1000?! Are these 9mm or larger?

I`d say I have less than 100 and I`m having problems

It is the correct case feeder plate (small pistol) and its the motor that is binding up under load - I know because if I "help" it along when it sticks it will turn again on its own until it binds up again
 
Sniffer said:
1000?! Are these 9mm or larger?

I`d say I have less than 100 and I`m having problems

It is the correct case feeder plate (small pistol) and its the motor that is binding up under load - I know because if I "help" it along when it sticks it will turn again on its own until it binds up again
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if the plate is slipping due to the weight of your cases then you need to tighten it up a little bit. the two allen bolts in the middle of the plate is what you need to tighten.
 
thechineseguy said:
if the plate is slipping due to the weight of your cases then you need to tighten it up a little bit. the two allen bolts in the middle of the plate is what you need to tighten.
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I don't think its slipping - quite the opposite - the clutch is solid but the motor can't drive the plate round
 
There are a few "catchy" sheet metal parts/flaps inside the case feed hopper that sometimes catch a brass between the wheel and hopper body, make sure these are not impeding the wheel in any way. When I first got my 650 I could only put 500 or so brass in it before I could tell it was straining to move, now after well over a 100 thou "break-in" rounds thru it I can pour a full coffee (upwards of a 1,000 pieces) can of .38 sp in and it will happily go about its chore.

I cant help you with the feed tube, In all those rounds (most were longer cases but a fair # of 9mill as well) can't remember it ever happening.

The wire spring not releasing the loaded round is usually caused by a slightly oversized brass base or rim gripped a little tighter by the shell plate, they are not all created absolutely equal even from brand to brand.
 
Why does the funnel look frosted? Are you using lube?

Did you tighten and test the casefeed plate clutch as outlined in the manual? You want the clutch to slip, so the motor won't burn out if overloaded, but it should be able to handle 300-500 cases without any issues.

The ejector wire must ride close to the shell plate, it probably needs to be "adjusted" (bent, lol).

Well you're at it slide a .44 mag case underneath the spent primer cup bracket, add some tubing from the case to a bottle, voila... no more spent primers flying all over the place.

Also, file/sand the decapping pin to create a small angle, similar to a hypodermic needle (not as drastic, maybe a 15 degree angle), that will prevent primer suck back.
 
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By the looks of your picture the feeder door needs to be closed more. Also how solid is your bench? Any movement in the press is going to be much worse at the case feeder. This causes more issues than many think.
 
You paid for the best - you should take advantage of the best - call Dillon Customer Support!!!!

They already know whatever is happening and will have the fix for you.

You'll even get advice from someone with a name and not an alias...;)
 
x2 - give them a call. You will not be disappointed.

Freedom Ventures said:
You paid for the best - you should take advantage of the best - call Dillon Customer Support!!!!

They already know whatever is happening and will have the fix for you.

You'll even get advice from someone with a name and not an alias...;)
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4n2t0 said:
Why does the funnel look frosted? Are you using lube?

Did you tighten and test the casefeed plate clutch as outlined in the manual? You want the clutch to slip, so the motor won't burn out if overloaded, but it should be able to handle 300-500 cases without any issues.

The ejector wire must ride close to the shell plate, it probably needs to be "adjusted" (bent, lol).

Well you're at it slide a .44 mag case underneath the spent primer cup bracket, add some tubing from the case to a bottle, voila... no more spent primers flying all over the place.

Also, file/sand the decapping pin to create a small angle, similar to a hypodermic needle (not as drastic, maybe a 15 degree angle), that will prevent primer suck back.
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Nah, no lube

Had a play around with the clutch settings today and it was adjusted too tight for sure

I tried the plate with and without the extra washer and without a doubt the extra washer is better, not perfect but 90% better
 
That is weird, I usually load up around 500 9mm cases in mine and no issues. It almost looks like your cases feeder isn't stopping when it's supposed to.as for the shell plate jamming up, thatshouldnt happen. I would definitely call Dillon support.
 
That is weird, I usually load up around 500 9mm cases in mine and no issues. It almost looks like your cases feeder isn't stopping when it's supposed to.as for the shell plate jamming up, thatshouldnt happen. I would definitely call Dillon support.
 
When did you buy it?

I believe there is only 1 year warranty on the Case Feeders.

I would give them a call anyways... be polite, respectful and do your best to articulate the problem well. I can't see them not wanting to help you. Hell I seen posts of them replacing completely destroyed units for free.
 
Luis1 said:
That is weird, I usually load up around 500 9mm cases in mine and no issues. It almost looks like your cases feeder isn't stopping when it's supposed to.as for the shell plate jamming up, thatshouldnt happen. I would definitely call Dillon support.
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I played with the case feeder a little yesterday and its much better, think I had one slight jam in 200 rounds

Also the ejector wire never jammed once, I suspect it was only an issue before as the brass wasn't resized

I had some cases where the primer didn't seat correctly so I`m gonna try tightening the shell plate up a little
 
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