In short this modification involves replacing the 4 short Phillip screws that hold the bench plate (or permit it to be released) with 4 shoulder bolts and knobs. Talk about fast and easy to change out your presses. It’s really quite an improvement. Loosen just enough to install or release your press.
Some time ago I had seen this modification to the Lee Bench Plate System from Vaughn Precision. I finally got around to getting the parts myself.
In addition, for anyone interested I have included the essential parts list to accomplish this as they were not listed by Vaughn Precision:
- Plastic Thumb Screw Knobs 5/16” Knurled Style, Item #: 193-106-1
http://www.tacomascrew.com/s.nl/it.A/id.6561/.f
5/16” x 1-¼” Socket Hd Shoulder Screws, Item #: 023-106-1
http://www.tacomascrew.com/Products/Soc ... 3-209-1_14
Loctite Heavy Duty Epoxy #5 (place in knobs before placing shoulder bolts. Let dry for 24 hours.)
split washers
.100 thick flat washers