RE: Another rookie question???
The only thing I would add to the other suggestions is use a loading tip for the shockwave style bullets so the tip does not become deformed. You are probably doing this already. Or, maybe try swabbing with alcohol instead of water/spit to eleminate any chance of damp powder.
Maybe it's time you bought another MLer or two so you have something to shoot while the other one's cool down.
Just a thought.