LEE PRO 6000 “Six Pack”

Here are a number of YouTube videos I produced on the Lee Pro 6000 progressive reloading press. For the money, there is nothing that comes close. I was using LEE 1000 and Dillon progressive presses. Once I used the PRO 6000 I sold the Dillons and a couple LEE 1000s and bought two 6000s. One

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MAKERHAWK Battery Capacity Tester

Having quite a collection of Lithium and Lead Acid batteries, I was curious how they were standing up after years of use. A little research on one of the best Solar/Lithium Battery YouTube channels, Will Prowse ( DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse – YouTube ) suggested a very inexpensive, easy to use, battery tester.

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STARTLINK MINI MODIFICATIONS

A few modifications to improve the set up and transportation of Starlink Mini I wasn’t satisfied with how the pole mount attaches to the antenna. Sometimes difficult to remove and eventually the locking tab broke off. The solution was a couple threaded inserts and 1/4×20 bolts with plastic knobs and rubber tips The threaded inserts

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TRUCK CAMPING IN WINTER

CAUTION: We are going to be talking about PROPANE HEATERS. I know this is like wearing a MAGA hat into a STARBUCKS to some folks. Use your own best judgement. If you use a propane heater and die, don’t be blaming me! You were warned! OK, with that out of the way, lawyers can stand

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FINAL VFD Install and Programming

I finally have my metal lathe and my milling machine operating the way I had envisioned it. I decided to convert both machines to three phase from a 220v Single Phase electrical supply. Using a VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) and a three phase motor, this is very easily accomplished. There are dozens upon dozens of

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BLACK POWDER SHOTGUN RELOADS WITH ROLL CRIMP

I recently decided to try my hand at “Frontier Cartridge” category in the sport of Cowboy Action Shooting www.sassnet.com Frontier Cartridge requires the use of Black Powder in all the firearms used in this category. I’ll be shooting 38-40 cartridges in the revolvers and the lever action rifle, and loading for these is quite simple

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