Lee Pro 1000 conversion?

Chuck45 · January 13, 2000, 01:09 AM

Can someone tell me what parts I need to convert my Lee Pro 1000 from 45ACP to 9mm? Besides the dies, I assume I need the small pistol primer 'chute' and smaller shell holder. Anything else?

Thanks,

Chuck

ML · January 13, 2000, 06:24 AM

If you are going to be changing back and forth between calibers I would buy a extra tool head so you do not have to remove your dies and loose your adjustments. I believe Midway USA has them for less than $10, They are also a good source for the shell plate and primer tray/chute.

Good Luck

Colduglandon · January 14, 2000, 09:11 PM

If you are going from large to small primers I think you there are some other changes to be made. I currently have my press set up for 38 special/357. I bought the shell plate carrier for 45ACP, but I have not tried to change calibers yet. My old Lee dies won't work with the 1000 set up. As I recall I need the powder through die to mount the powder measure on. Still doing 45 on my Challenger Press. I think your right about the tool head. A friend that loads several calibers has setups for each caliber.

January 13, 2000, 01:09 AM	#1
Chuck45 Junior Member Join Date: January 10, 2000 Location: California Posts: 3	Can someone tell me what parts I need to convert my Lee Pro 1000 from 45ACP to 9mm? Besides the dies, I assume I need the small pistol primer 'chute' and smaller shell holder. Anything else? Thanks, Chuck

January 13, 2000, 06:24 AM	#2
ML Member Join Date: December 14, 1999 Posts: 50	If you are going to be changing back and forth between calibers I would buy a extra tool head so you do not have to remove your dies and loose your adjustments. I believe Midway USA has them for less than $10, They are also a good source for the shell plate and primer tray/chute. Good Luck

January 14, 2000, 09:11 PM	#3
Colduglandon Senior Member Join Date: March 5, 1999 Location: Mass Posts: 478	If you are going from large to small primers I think you there are some other changes to be made. I currently have my press set up for 38 special/357. I bought the shell plate carrier for 45ACP, but I have not tried to change calibers yet. My old Lee dies won't work with the 1000 set up. As I recall I need the powder through die to mount the powder measure on. Still doing 45 on my Challenger Press. I think your right about the tool head. A friend that loads several calibers has setups for each caliber.