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alliant steel problem
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 Posted: Wed May 13th, 2009 11:26 PM
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i use a mec but measure with a lee load all II. Im trying to load 2oz. turkey loads with it and it calls for 29 grains. my problem is all the bushing charts (for all loaders) dont have this powder on it because it is so new. Can anyone help by friday?



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I heard that with this powder it is very coarse and it won't flow through a bushing very easily, so you can get a higher charge than what you want which equals higher pressures. Turkey loads (i think)are maximum loads or really close, so i'd just experiment with different bushings or do it with a scale. Or you can get that universal charge bar from cabelas that throws very accurate charges.

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Ive heard that too. I think because in a turkey load everything is so compact an over charge will bulge the crimp or cause the case to buckle. Im taking 1/8 of an ounce off the original load so I will be safe. I took the extra off for velocity but now I realize It is safer too.



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Nova, Why not ask Alliant?  http://www.alliantpowder.com/questions/default.aspx

They should be able to help.  RD



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I just found out I ran out of CCI 209 primer. With Chamber presures at 12000 psi can I replace it with a Winchester 209? I think a Federal 209 is too hot.



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Try a few different primers with a slightly reduced load. That should tell you how well your primers and loads are doing for you.

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