For those still wondering, the press can be mounted to the plate using a flathead screw from the bottom up through a countersunk hole in the plate, or use conventional hardware with a piece of plywood between the plate and the benchtop. Both of these put the nut on the top of the plate and press mounting holes with bolt/screw head underneath. The second method is one he showed in the video and is simple. The plywood does not even NEED to be fastened to the aluminum plate, but can just be sandwiched between the plate and the benchtop as a full sized spacer around the bolt heads. Hope that helps.
Good ideas, but wouldn't a few heavy duty t-tracks accomplish better results? Router them so they're flush and you can still use the mounting plates with even more flexibility, while eliminating bolt holes. I use 9/16 bolts that adapt to any universal plate. Here's a related video that might give you some additional ideas... ruclips.net/video/PLBGZIJwCOE/видео.html
The "wall plates" are actually referred to as "nut plates". Found them in McMaster Carr - various options but, the 3/8"-16 threaded, zinc plated ones are PN 11445T3 and are $1.85 each.
very solid information very well relayed I had no problems yet aside from no one at home depot or Lowe's knowing the names of the ceiling/wall hangers. That took forever.
Great idea presented in a very understandable fashion. With the aluminum plate attached, when you change presses, what do you do with the unused plate/press combination? I can think of many ways, but, you have experience with this system where I do not. I value your opinion.
Rather than epoxy in a treaded coupling, use a treaded insert which has a course outer tread to screw into the wood and a fine inner tread for the bolt.
Great video/ideas! Just one thing.... you didn't show how the first reloader was mounted to the flat aluminum plate without the fasteners ending up hitting the table top. Just so it's clear, I understand how the aluminum plate is fastened to the table top but need to know how the reloader was fastened to the aluminum plate.
I don't think he came back to answer it....even tried searching youtube but didn't come across another video he done to show us how. I'm thinking that counter-sink machine screws might work?
I don't see how I have a steel plate kit from lee it came with 2 plates one you mount and another that has square holes in it. The bolts they sent are elevator bolts with a flat head and a square underbelly that fit in those holes. It works very well but I can't drill square holes in a steel plate.
Mounting the press without bolt head protrusion below the plate. On the bottom of the plate drill holes through to mount your press. Using a countersink bit enlarge the hole opening on the bottom of the plate. Mount your press using flat head bolts. The bolts need to be just a bit longer than the thickness of the plate, the press base, and the bolt on top of the press base.
very solid information very well relayed I had no problems yet aside from no one at home depot or Lowe's knowing the names of the ceiling/wall hangers. That took forever.
Great substitution. Pro: Tap them into the 1/2 inch hole and you're ready to go. No epoxy needed. Con: The length of threads is far less which means more torque on smaller pieces. potential failure if used repeatedly. Epoxy could still be used.
how is the press fastened to the aluminum plate.?????
For those still wondering, the press can be mounted to the plate using a flathead screw from the bottom up through a countersunk hole in the plate, or use conventional hardware with a piece of plywood between the plate and the benchtop. Both of these put the nut on the top of the plate and press mounting holes with bolt/screw head underneath. The second method is one he showed in the video and is simple. The plywood does not even NEED to be fastened to the aluminum plate, but can just be sandwiched between the plate and the benchtop as a full sized spacer around the bolt heads.
Hope that helps.
Good ideas, but wouldn't a few heavy duty t-tracks accomplish better results? Router them so they're flush and you can still use the mounting plates with even more flexibility, while eliminating bolt holes. I use 9/16 bolts that adapt to any universal plate. Here's a related video that might give you some additional ideas... ruclips.net/video/PLBGZIJwCOE/видео.html
The "wall plates" are actually referred to as "nut plates". Found them in McMaster Carr - various options but, the 3/8"-16 threaded, zinc plated ones are PN 11445T3 and are $1.85 each.
I found them under THREADED ROD MOUNTS, McMaster Carr PN 11445t3. Same PN but different description. $ 2.86, four years of inflation.
I usually use a slab of plywood hald to the bench with large 'C' clamps
This was just an excellent video. I built a new bench recently and was looking for a flush-mount system. Precisely what I was looking for!
Thanks for your great ideas you should Pattend them for Sale I will buy one thanks again
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I had no problems yet aside from no one at home depot or Lowe's knowing the names of the ceiling/wall hangers. That took forever.
Very good detail instructions for a reloading, and or work bench liked and subscribed
That'd be great to mount a Lee oe even Hornadylock & Load press but C-clamps would be highly advisable
Great idea presented in a very understandable fashion. With the aluminum plate attached, when you change presses, what do you do with the unused plate/press combination? I can think of many ways, but, you have experience with this system where I do not. I value your opinion.
Very nice system and excellent explanations. I was just looking at ready made systems, but your video changed my mind. Thank you.
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Rather than epoxy in a treaded coupling, use a treaded insert which has a course outer tread to screw into the wood and a fine inner tread for the bolt.
What type of female device is installed in the table top so the bolts dont pull out
Super idea. Love the versatility of your system and your tips & hints on using various hardware. Keep up the good work! Thanks for posting!
Doesn't Lee have a mounting plate who copied who
Thank you for all the time you spent to make this video; it is appreciated. I look forward to the next video.
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thank you
Great video/ideas! Just one thing.... you didn't show how the first reloader was mounted to the flat aluminum plate without the fasteners ending up hitting the table top. Just so it's clear, I understand how the aluminum plate is fastened to the table top but need to know how the reloader was fastened to the aluminum plate.
Did he ever answer this question because I'm having the same problem???
I don't think he came back to answer it....even tried searching youtube but didn't come across another video he done to show us how. I'm thinking that counter-sink machine screws might work?
I don't see how I have a steel plate kit from lee it came with 2 plates one you mount and another that has square holes in it. The bolts they sent are elevator bolts with a flat head and a square underbelly that fit in those holes. It works very well but I can't drill square holes in a steel plate.
Drill your hole and then use a square file to make the round hole into a square one
Mounting the press without bolt head protrusion below the plate. On the bottom of the plate drill holes through to mount your press. Using a countersink bit enlarge the hole opening on the bottom of the plate. Mount your press using flat head bolts. The bolts need to be just a bit longer than the thickness of the plate, the press base, and the bolt on top of the press base.
What are the dimensions on the aluminum base plates?
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I had no problems yet aside from no one at home depot or Lowe's knowing the names of the ceiling/wall hangers. That took forever.
Right some of their workers are not up on what they are selling etc
Great ideas. Where did you get the nut plate from?
great idea did the exact same thing when I built my reloading bench 27 years ago
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Great idea. Can you do a video on glass bedding?
That is awesome!
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ever herd of blind nuts
Great substitution. Pro: Tap them into the 1/2 inch hole and you're ready to go. No epoxy needed. Con: The length of threads is far less which means more torque on smaller pieces. potential failure if used repeatedly. Epoxy could still be used.
you ramble on and on but you fail to show mounting to plate I assume with flat head counter sunk bolts which is the weak link