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Hey Calgunners just thought a share mod I did over the weekend. Nothing major but made it easier for me. Just a fair warning, this mod will definitely void the warranty of your ergo roller. Also I do not hold any responsibilities for any injuries or damage to your product/self. Now that's out of the way..here's what I did.
This is for the LNL AP ergo roller. Application is in a seated position while reloading (possibly standing as well). To "me", when sitting down and reloading I always feel like I'm reaching forward when the ram is down. It could be the fact that I may have short arms(??) if that's the case then this will help others with a shorter reach. All I did was cut about 4" (3.75 to be exact) off the roller which brought the handle closer to you. After the cut just drill and tap a new hole for the handle. You may not think 4" is a difference but when you're reaching forward for a few hundred times that starts to get lame. Also if you prime on your press (which I still do, haven't had a problem yet) it makes it a lot easier.
First I used an angle grinder to cut off the excess material. You'll want to clamp it to a vise to keep it from moving.
Then drill and tap you new hole. Your drill hole is 5/16 and your tap will be 3/8-16. I'll include a picture of what I got from Home Depot for about $8. Also I highly recommend using a drill press to get a even hole, also be sure that the hole is centered.
Tapping your hole is where your patients come to play. If you've never done any tapping before read up on it and take your time. To start my tap I used a drill and lots of cutting oil on the tap. Go slow as possible with a little force. Once you start your first 2 threads, with the tap still in the roller, remove it from the drill then go to a hand held device. You'll want to go 1/2 to 3/4 turn then back it out a 1/4 to 1/2. Repeat that process while applying oil every 3-4 twist. This took me about 20-25 minutes to do. Remember to go slow because you don't want to cross your threads.
Last thing I did was take the rubber piece that I got when I ordered my ergo roller and capped off the end that I cut. This is great because it'll cover up any imperfection.
** Side note: I just thought of this now, if you don't want to cut any material off, you could just tap and drill another hole just to try it out. If you don't like it you can put it back to its original spot but you'll also have big hole. **
Again, it wasn't a major mod but enough to make it easier for me-hopefully for others as well. Good luck and safe reloading.
This is for the LNL AP ergo roller. Application is in a seated position while reloading (possibly standing as well). To "me", when sitting down and reloading I always feel like I'm reaching forward when the ram is down. It could be the fact that I may have short arms(??) if that's the case then this will help others with a shorter reach. All I did was cut about 4" (3.75 to be exact) off the roller which brought the handle closer to you. After the cut just drill and tap a new hole for the handle. You may not think 4" is a difference but when you're reaching forward for a few hundred times that starts to get lame. Also if you prime on your press (which I still do, haven't had a problem yet) it makes it a lot easier.
First I used an angle grinder to cut off the excess material. You'll want to clamp it to a vise to keep it from moving.
Then drill and tap you new hole. Your drill hole is 5/16 and your tap will be 3/8-16. I'll include a picture of what I got from Home Depot for about $8. Also I highly recommend using a drill press to get a even hole, also be sure that the hole is centered.
Tapping your hole is where your patients come to play. If you've never done any tapping before read up on it and take your time. To start my tap I used a drill and lots of cutting oil on the tap. Go slow as possible with a little force. Once you start your first 2 threads, with the tap still in the roller, remove it from the drill then go to a hand held device. You'll want to go 1/2 to 3/4 turn then back it out a 1/4 to 1/2. Repeat that process while applying oil every 3-4 twist. This took me about 20-25 minutes to do. Remember to go slow because you don't want to cross your threads.
Last thing I did was take the rubber piece that I got when I ordered my ergo roller and capped off the end that I cut. This is great because it'll cover up any imperfection.
** Side note: I just thought of this now, if you don't want to cut any material off, you could just tap and drill another hole just to try it out. If you don't like it you can put it back to its original spot but you'll also have big hole. **
Again, it wasn't a major mod but enough to make it easier for me-hopefully for others as well. Good luck and safe reloading.
Nice work though! 
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