Mec 600jr setting up

How I set up my Mec 600jr. I hope its a help to all who struggled to get the settings right and produce good shells and good crimps.

[@stevedeckerdog7181]

I know 9yrs old , Just got one in 20ga Helped me out immensely First time set up. 12-11-22

[@hikingfish3]

Very articulate and very accurate, precise information. Common problems and their solutions. This is spectacular. MEC should hire you to do their videos

[@17HMR]

You Sir are a legend. I have loaded 12 gauge in a earlier model for years, but as having a terrible time, setting up for .410. Your idea of using a factory shell to set up crimping saved an enormous amount of pain. Thank you very much.

[@turbobarrels]

No probs 17hmr, glad it was of some use!!

[@morris4069]

17HMR I've been loading for a couple years and found the same tip might be useful too! I've decided to stick with only one shell type so my adjustments are minimal.

[@pherbert1]

Thanks so much, I got a used 600 and it wasnt even close to resizing the shell, this kind of video is what makes you tube great!

[@timothybehnke1067]

Been wanting to get back into reloading for years now and remembered how you simplified everything. Was going out of my mind trying to figure out my Mec last night crushing hull after hull. So grateful you did this. Timeless tutorial! I watched your vid and pretty much nailed the first one after wrecking a dozen. I'm almost giddy!

[@turbobarrels]

Glad to help Timothy. Videos have moved on hugely. I didn’t have expensive film stuff, just thought I’d pass on my trials in the hope it might help one or two people. Atb to you. Marc.

[@mjjackson3768]

Great Video. I was very frustrated by crushed hulls as well. You have helped me a lot, and you kept me from throwing the machine through the window. Thank you!

[@andrewcarpenter9785]

Thank you so much for this video. I have been reloading for rifle and pistol cartridges for many years, but I'm new to shotgun reloading. I bought Mec 600jr and was having issues with the crimping process. Your video really helped me figure out how to make it work properly.

[@joeschmo3641]

Me too shotgun is a whole other animal. I feel like it's super complicated

[@muffessional]

Thank you for such a comprehensive narrative on this subject, this has really helped me and demystified some of the issues I had with reloading. Really very much appreciated.

[@TheStuartYork]

A very useful tutorial thank you. I've found that, the smaller the calibre the harder it is to produce consistent results. Stuart

[@PhillsGarage]

I've been looking forward to buying one of these, I was under the impression of take it out the box and away you go! So glad I saw this video! None of our US friends have shared this info? Many thanks for the info!

[@twintwo1429]

Your government hides content from you. There are many you tube videos in the USA that covers this information.

[@custommaid3832]

Great video! Only thing I do differently is to adjust the drop charge/rammer to seat against a wad that's been inserted with no powder in the hull. In that manner, when powder is in the hull, taking up a bit of space under the wad, the spring tension on the rammer will engage. That spring tension (if reasonable) does not hurt a thing. However, should I fail to charge a hull for some reason, I'll be alerted to the mishap though lack of spring tension as I seat the wad. Modern wads do not need any "tension" at all, but it doesn't hurt nor disrupt things in the final shell assembly. All in all, a great video!

[@CS-xy2ms]

Thanks for sharing. My Mec reloader was about to take a flight through the window as well. So frustrating. You really helped me out. Thanks again!

[@Skilpadjie1]

Amazing. I have an 9000e and this video taught me more about setup then any other. Brilliant

[@turbobarrels]

Sorry it was long winded, but am pleased you found it helpful. Atb.

[@paulgill3672]

Thanks for this video. Without it, I'd still be scratching my head trying to get it set up. Followed your advice & popped off 75 rounds in no time. If I was in the UK, I'd buy you a pint!

[@ScottyBoy-bu2do]

That's an awesome video. very thorough. I watched a few of the MEC videos, and they explain very little. I am looking forward to adjusting my press.

[@1diggers1]

Cheers from San Diego, California! Just bought a Mec 600jr in 28 gauge. Your video is extremely helpful. Much thanks!

[@turbobarrels]

My pleasure, glad it helped you..

[@FirearmOutfitters]

This is everything I was looking for. Especially on the Mac 600 .410 3”

[@geraldswain3259]

This is the first video, of the proper setting up of the loader ,to give near or perfect factory reloads!..well done.And very well explained.

[@turbobarrels]

Thanks Gerald, glad you found it useful.

[@geraldswain3259]

turbobarrels Hi thanks for the reply I'm in the UK, would you be kind enough to tell me what cases wads and powder, you are currently using with appropriate shot load /powder grns this would be very much appreciated. Regards.

[@ctne4]

thank you some much showing this video..... I also have a couple of the problems you have shown and so thankful for this video to set up my mec jr. too ... again thanks from Canada.. take care

[@turbobarrels]

Thanks for the comments. They're tricky to set up, and getting the content of the cartridge the right height, but once you've got there, its very satisfying to churn them out, and use them to bring home the supper! Make your own shot next! I should make a video of that. Keep your HMR vids coming, really enjoy watching your long range skills and the info you give. Atb Marc

[@johnniegruesome1464]

Thank you for the video. I have one of those and love it. I have just installed the ez-primer feeder and it is much quicker and easier to feed primers than doing it by hand. Especially if you have banana fingers like me. Cheers!

[@What_Fred_Said]

Thinking of getting a mec 600jr. This video has very helpful information on setting it up.

[@torberre7415]

Denne videoen gjorde at skudda mine fikk optimal stjernebrett. Veldig bra forklart. Ellers ei veldig knotete ladepresse.

[@ryangrimm9305]

Thank you Sir, Well Done. I recently acquired a 600 Jr. at a garage sale, and saw it lacked a few parts. It came without a manual, but a quick look on-line found the exploded views and assorted paperwork. I had to hand a laminator, so once that was dealt with I had a semi-permanent reference to keep with the machine. After a quick parts order, it was assembled, but then, what to do for good loads? Your video has answered my questions on all adjustments, and precisely done. I will be ordering the appropriate charge bars and bushings as I get things sorted. Thanks much!

[@rowmingoat5145]

great video. I had same problems and you helped me out greatly. I was ready to throw it out too.

[@thrivealist9458]

Funny how 8 years ago the comments are positive. 4 years ago rude. last year ignorant. I appreciate the older video and your time to try and help others.

[@turbobarrels]

Thank you for your comment. We all try to help each other, but some just aren't happy people and usually their only contribution is to be critical. Hence why a lot f us don't bother in the end. ATB to you and yours.

[@tangobravo8889]

That was a very informative video and extremely helpful. I just wish the lighting would have been better that would have made it perfect. All in all, a great video!

[@turbobarrels]

Hi. Fibre wads is all I use. I shoot over grazing land and cereal crops, woodland etc. Nothing worse than bits of plastic everywhere! Plus a danger to livestock. Nice to look after our beautiful country. Who would want bluebelll woods to look like a clay shoot! Glad you found the video useful.

[@diegol1791]

Great and very detailed explanations!!! and you helped me a lot, as i didn´t know that it was possible to load 67mm and this is the info i was also looking for! many many thanks! Diego

[@freedomofabird]

Really good vid, turbobarrels and wish I had found this earlier. I have recently gone onto the MEC from a Lee load all, and the Mec is superb. Interestingly I set up mine the same way as you, but I am loading 28bore and 20bore. Thanks for a good vid and you may see one of mine soon, but I promise I won't steal your thunder! The boys like using the press, so they may be the stars!! All the best.

[@faniesmith]

Thanks for making this video. I am in the process of buying one of these reloading machines and this video will come in handy once I start loading.

[@johngiff2978]

Thanks, for the very informative video. It certainly helped me with my set up.

[@dsinclairTUBE]

Thanks. I recently acquired this machine with little or no instruction - so you are my instructions! Spot on!

[@turbobarrels]

No probs Dave, hope you get on ok. Atb Marc

[@my7Cs]

Excellent explanation. Thanks

[@turbobarrels]

No probs, hope it helps. A finish off with a roll top in a pillar drill and they look factory made!

[@bradesteve2077]

Does the final crimp suppose to wiggle around? Or should it be where it can't move ?

[@turbobarrels]

@@bradesteve2077 Hi Brad, there's a locking nut on the final crimp station to lock off the cam crimp punch. Make sure this is tightened, But, there will be a bit of play still as its plastic.

[@Raevenswood]

thanks man! much appreciation for putting this together.

[@kenbaugess2777]

Very good information was a great help sitting up my 600 thank you

[@turbobarrels]

Glad it was helpful Ken.

[@twowheelfarm9024]

Best video on the subject BY FAR.

[@gunslingerjbk]

very good guide, ill be setting up my press in just a few min, using this guide. thanks again

[@JOBAfunky]

Thanks for your video. I managed to get a second hand one of these that was setup poorly cranking out factory fresh looking ammo.

[@turbobarrels]

Glad it helped.

[@nigel900]

Very good. Thank you 👍🏻

[@i.b.deplorable]

OUTSTANDING video! Thanks.

[@turbobarrels]

Thank you. Its a few years back now, so other recording devices and editing tools are much better. But hope it helps a bit. Thanks for your positive comment I.B.

[@Ensign_Cthulhu]

Thank you, thank you so much for this. It's already been of great help, and I feel (fear?) it's going to be of so much more in the weeks and months that follow, LOL. If it's alright with you, I'd like to copy it so that I can watch it where my reloader is and the internet is very frequently not.

[@turbobarrels]

Crack on JSM, copy away!! Hope its useful. Regards Marc

[@Ensign_Cthulhu]

turbobarrels Thanks for that. In our previous exchange about a year ago, we talked about fibre vs. plastic wads and the reason why. In the interim I see that MEC have now come out with a biodegradable version, though I haven't used it and can't speak for it. This would certainly save the wads-lying-about problem in the long run; whether it would ease farmers' concerns about their livestock is of course another matter. I am guessing, though, that fibre wad reloading components are accordingly still quite prevalent in your neck of the woods compared to here (Canada).

[@WeThePeopleUSA]

Great instructional video. Thank you.. P.S. My daughter wants to know why there is fingernail polish in the background.

[@TheJantango]

very helpful information . Thanks a million !!!!

[@turbobarrels]

No probs Jan. It’s a good while ago I did it so the video quality isn’t a patch on todays equipment!

[@bill11738]

Hi Great video just one problem all this side of the loader is almost in total darkness would suggest a light on this side of the loader would make 100 percent difference with the video and see more detail in what you are trying to describe.. keep up the good work.

[@philiptheodhor8305]

I know that t5his is a little late in coming but "THANK YOU SO MUCH".

[@turbobarrels]

No problem. I'm pleased you found it useful

[@ironbomb6753]

7 years later, still good info on this machine. I'm excited to get mine productive. Cheers mate 👍😎

[@stephaniewest3994]

it was a really good video learnt alot

[@francoisl9124]

Very helpfull, Thanks,

[@MrMyshed]

exallent video very help full thanks and thats a very neat crimp

[@turbobarrels]

I use fibre to keep plastic away from the countryside. Some of the farm managers insist on it anyway because of the livestock. I feel its a horrible sight seeing plastic wads scattered around when its avoidable. ATB

[@Trucker101]

I have saved your video for future use. I haven't bought one yet but I will be in the next few days & your vid is the most informative I have seen.Also, is it possible to use the same machine for say, 20 gauge? Thanks From Canada...

[@timi7640]

I would also use a one piec platic wad and shot cup which will be longer moving the shot up the column. I think you fely wad and card are to short. But whatever works for you.

[@wrxs1781]

Thanks for the video, I appreciate your issues but I have found over the years for consistency the following should be adhered to, use the same make of hulls, be consistent on wad choice, if you want to load a different guage buy a second machine. Then a great deal of set up wont be necessary.

[@bloodstone6196]

Nice video,thanks

[@turbobarrels]

Thanks Bloodstone, hope it helps..

[@rob8761]

Cheers very helpful much appreciated

[@turbobarrels]

You’re welcome Rob, glad it’s of some help!

[@jamestankersley811]

Very good

[@johnhodgson1735]

I think you might be reinventing some of how these work. See previous comment about 6 vs 8 crimp dies - no bar removal required. Also I think your conclusions re pressure on the wad insertion are suspect. The wad ram according to other instructions is intended to exert specific pressure. Why they have a gauge - yes?

[@bill11738]

Hi Turbo, HAVE YOU HAD A LOOK AT THIS VIDEO Well its like being down a pit, cant see a bloody thing try repeating this video adding some lights on your subject and using lighter cartridges not black and you will see a BIG difference. other than that is sounded a reasonable video. Bill Miller

[@turbobarrels]

No one else seems to have had a problem, maybe you should find the screen setting on your device and lighten it and your approach!

[@johnbmadwis]

Convinced me not to start reloading. That MEC did not pre-set this to a readily adjustable 2-3/4" or 3" hull is mind boggling. Like buying a car and having to first adjust your brakes. What a mess.

[@smsgtbulldog]

Thanks

[@morris4069]

Any reason for the card and fiber wad? How does that effect shot pattern? Why not plastic wads with shotcups? Guess it's easier to adjust shot payload just by adding more cards and adjusting powder charge.

[@timi7640]

Almost looks like you are reloading 20 guage 3 inch on a 12 guage 2 3/4 die set. Neeed a six point crimp rather than an 8 point crimp starter so you do not have to cut it. Perhaps riase the colum of the loder at the stand to properly reload 3 inch shells. I may be very wrohg but it is difficult to tell from this video.

[@John-rr4zz]

Ok the clip is out of focus and needs more illumination but if you are trying to set one up, it is easy enough to follow what it is all about. Well that is if you have got a couple of brain cells. He sounds like a nice bloke.

[@popoaggie]

Your problem with the extra "Bars" in the crimping stage is this,-MEC makes a 6 point crimp and an 8 point crimp depending on shell manufacturers. You had the wrong crimping collet in the press. A 6 point crimped shell needs a press set up with a 6 point collet. And an 8 point shell needs an 8 point collett. Switching the two will only bugger up the top of the shell.

[@turbobarrels]

+popoaggie Thanks for comments. You didn't look at the video properly, please look again. Yes, there is a 6 point and 8 point crimp option. UK shells are 6point. There may be some 8 point, but I have never personally come across such. The "bars" I was referring to can be seen in the picture. They are not for folding in the crimps, be it 6 or 8, they are there apparently to hold the shell from spinning. Unfortunately, its a bad design and is overly aggressive. It only seems to make "dips" in the case between the crimp folds. Cut them away and end op problem!

[@turbobarrels]

+turbobarrels To prove my point, I adapted a pre crimp from a Lee Loadall and fitted it to the Mec. Lee are way ahead of Mec on the pre crimp forming, and by using this, I have factory finish quality shells.

[@popoaggie]

+turbobarrels I reload Remington STS shells. The 8 points do seem to crimp easier. I had trouble with Federal shells. The plastic they use might be different. Smooth sided hulls are generally easier to reload. MEC makes brass crimp collets that are better then the plastic ones that come with the presses.

[@turbobarrels]

Thnaks, hope its a help.

[@Ensign_Cthulhu]

I'm considering getting one of these one day so this vid is valuable advice. I note you're using fibre wads!! Old-school preference, or what's easily available near you?

[@CarlPapa88]

For someone who doesn't shoot a lot (x4 or x5 a year maybe) would you recommend a MEC 600 Jr. or just a Lee Load All 2? Would like to load #4 Buck up to #00 Buck mainly.

[@turbobarrels]

I would go with the Lee load all Carl. It’s so easy to use and to be honest, produces better consistent results!

[@portentofdamocles]

I'm finding that as I adjust the cam I can get it to do a good final crimp but the adjustment won't hold. It wants to revert to the deepest setting. Any suggestions?

[@howardmcadams3852]

Thanks. Sir

[@turbobarrels]

My pleasure Howard.

[@RodFitzpatrick]

Hello. Can the Mec 600jr be set up to reload 3 inch 12 gauge as well ? .. And also 10 gauge 3 1/2 inch as well ?

[@stephaniewest3994]

hi on your mec loader is the locking nut on the final crimp against the top metal plate of the loader on top of the crimper like mine does your crimper have a lot of side ways movement . thanks mike

[@turbobarrels]

Hi Mike, Yes the locking nut is on the underside of the plate. Tighten this when you have the correct depth with the slotted screw. And yes, the crimper does move a bit.....plastic!! Regards Marc

[@fishblade2]

is adjusting the rammer tube the same as adjusting the wad pressure?

[@turbobarrels]

Yes. Seat your wad with a piece of dowel or similar so you know its not over pressured and then pop the shell back in the mec and drop your rammer tube until it sits on the wad and tighten. You then know its all subsequent wads will be at that pressure.

[@shvanmzeri1745]

Marhabin I did not evaluate this Khayzat

[@DeckHazen]

I appreciate what you are trying to accomplish but I'm afraid your presentation gets in the way. All you need is a free video editor (to take out the camera position changes), and a light source (to illuminate the portions of the press you are trying to show). If you re-made this video with those changes you would have a winner.

[@turbobarrels]

+Deck Hazen Can't please everyone! Its not a career move, just a few points to help others.

[@BaddGravity]

Can you use this reloader for pistol and rifle rounds???

[@DeckHazen]

BaddGravity no

[@TtTt-ce1ze]

Where do you buy yoir powder, shot etc please

[@turbobarrels]

I use John at Folkstone engineering. FES. He’s really helpful and has data to get you on your way. Regards Marc.

[@TtTt-ce1ze]

@@turbobarrels great, where abouts are you located

[@user-zm1ft3ob7t]

You must not of had any instructions because every problem you had is directly addressed in the manual. And you should not have to do any modification to the crimp starter.

[@dustoff499]

That's exactly the question I had... I've seen one un-boxing video and the manual looked extensive. Surely it discussed the proper setup not to have these issues. MEC also has manuals to download.

[@ryanfloeter902]

Have you ever focused a camera once in your life?

[@turbobarrels]

You must be a joy to wake up with every day!! Have you thought maybe you need glasses?

[@josephmontuoro1125]

Not impressed with your vidio, you need more light on the parts of the machine you are talking about. This machine is the simplest reloading press you can use. I have five MEC 600 JR's I put them all together with out looking at the directions. Very simple machine! I think you made a big deal over nothing. J

[@turbobarrels]

If it makes you feel better to criticise and make negative comments, my video has helped you in a slightly different way!

[@saidal-momani8453]

what a waste of time; man fix the lights it is helpless vedio

[@mitchellowen8821]

Quality terrible

[@colingordon4]

Excellent tutorial video Sir, thank you. May I ask if you purchased your reloader from a UK supplier or did it ship across from the US via EBay? Thanks again for your guidance.