Your wad is crushing because the bottom of the shot cup is in a higher position than it would be if 1 or 1 1/8 ounces were used. Are you using a loader with a spring on the wad ram? If not, you would have to make a minor adjustment on the wad ram to eliminate the crushing. Or you could forget about it since the wad probably returns to its original position when the pressure from the ram is removed. Is the wad you are using a Federal SO clone? A Federal SO is much more stable in the shell than a Winchester or Winchester clone and will resist the crushing. If you use a Federal or Federal clone, better to fine tune the wad ram adjustment.
