Looking for a machine, what to buy?

hi Barrie,

I was sort of joking since I thought it was monstrously big (although looking really nice). There was another posting today which was also sort of tempting but it's just a mill, an old Emco FB2 and not CNC although I suppose one could convert it: **LINK**

I seem to remember reading round columns had some disadvantages compared to rectangular column mills; alignment after moving, maybe rigidity, etc.

That would be interesting to see the titanium machining pics.

randy

p.s. if you liked that Myford maybe you'd like this too: **LINK**

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hi Barrie,

That looks nice, particularly the edges all look very clean. It interesting to hear the steps involved too.

In case you tried to look at the link I sent last night, it's already broken/gone. It was for a nice Schaublin lathe with tons of accessories and cutting tools for ~$500, which probably was worth more like $2-5k.

hi Barrie,

You mentioned wanting a Wabeco 6000 CNC. I just found one for sale in Germany. I can send you the link if you're interested. They don't list a price but who knows, maybe it is good.

randy

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Do you want me to send to you directly? I didn't post it to avoid potential competition.

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I thought we are not supposed to talk about Politicians on this Forum.

Edited By V8Eng on 24/07/2020 13:56:00