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Bianchi · December 22, 1999, 07:55 AM

I've been getting some head separation,(2 in 50 rnds) from my reloaded 308s shot in an M1A. I also noticed some of the primers slightly sticking out after firing. I use LC 92 brass, 40 gr 4895, and Hornady 150 FMJBT. I went by the instructions that came with the RCBS dies. Screw the die down until it touches the shell holder then turna another 1/8 of a turn so when you raise the ram their is resistence to bottom out the ram.
Am I over sizing? I don't have the RCBS mic yet or a case guage. I'll order them after the holiday's.
Thanks
Lou

December 22, 1999, 07:55 AM	#1
Bianchi Member Join Date: November 2, 1999 Location: Randolph, MA USA Posts: 38	I've been getting some head separation,(2 in 50 rnds) from my reloaded 308s shot in an M1A. I also noticed some of the primers slightly sticking out after firing. I use LC 92 brass, 40 gr 4895, and Hornady 150 FMJBT. I went by the instructions that came with the RCBS dies. Screw the die down until it touches the shell holder then turna another 1/8 of a turn so when you raise the ram their is resistence to bottom out the ram. Am I over sizing? I don't have the RCBS mic yet or a case guage. I'll order them after the holiday's. Thanks Lou