Keeping dies tight..

[Gearhead Jim]

I reload on a progressive (650) press and don't change my load once I get it right.

If I get a die or lock ring that loosens, I use a couple of drops of Loctite 222, which is a mild strength and only "hardens" to something like yesterday's chewing gum, so you can make a few minor adjustments without destroying the "grip".

Obviously, more frequent adjustments require something different...

 

[tcoz]

I use split lock rings (Hornady rings). I've found if you leave them slightly open when adjusting the die, open enough to turn the die in the ring, then tighten them when the die is adjusted they lock in very well. The threads act like a wedge, A little bit of torque on the lock ring clamping screw and the die is wedged pretty solidly against the bushing or press.

Thank you sir. I also use Hornady split rings and that's the kind of tip I was looking for.