The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Shooting Lead makes me have to clean VERY often to keep functioning. Normal?

oldpapps · May 5, 2013, 10:35 AM

777funk,

I see you have posted three questions in order, pressure signs, limited/no accuracy and early cleaning.

I see you are loading 230 grain lead round nose. What is concerning me is how hot are you loading.

The .45 ACP is a big fat smashing bullet. It doesn't NEED to be ripping out at fantastic velocities. Extreme velocities are major contributors to leading, high pressures, slick bores and loss of accuracy.

Please check and verify your loading information. Compare a few different loading books/makers web sites. ALWAYS start at the 'starting' load and work to a loading that performs as you desire. Remember, 'MAX LOAD' is not a challenge.

Always error on the side of safety,

OSOK

May 5, 2013, 10:35 AM	#3
oldpapps Senior Member Join Date: September 22, 2011 Location: Middle America Posts: 518	777funk, I see you have posted three questions in order, pressure signs, limited/no accuracy and early cleaning. I see you are loading 230 grain lead round nose. What is concerning me is how hot are you loading. The .45 ACP is a big fat smashing bullet. It doesn't NEED to be ripping out at fantastic velocities. Extreme velocities are major contributors to leading, high pressures, slick bores and loss of accuracy. Please check and verify your loading information. Compare a few different loading books/makers web sites. ALWAYS start at the 'starting' load and work to a loading that performs as you desire. Remember, 'MAX LOAD' is not a challenge. Always error on the side of safety, OSOK