I have been wanting a lathe and mill since I was finished with school in 2006. After a lot of research, I have decided on getting a 3 phase PM1340GT with the preferred package & a PM833T. I plan on ordering them next month & have already downloaded Mark's VFD drawings to add a VFD to the lathe. Besides the belt on the lathe, what else needs to be changed almost immediately on either machine?
833T Question:
Is the z-axis power feed worth getting? I realize it could be used to feed while boring but am curious how well it works in that operation. Due to doorway constraints, this is about as big a mill I can get.
1340GT Questions:
Is it worth getting the quick change tool post Matt offers and plan on upgrading later or should I just pocket the $180 and save up for a Dorian or Aloris tool post?
833T Question:
Is the z-axis power feed worth getting? I realize it could be used to feed while boring but am curious how well it works in that operation. Due to doorway constraints, this is about as big a mill I can get.
1340GT Questions:
Is it worth getting the quick change tool post Matt offers and plan on upgrading later or should I just pocket the $180 and save up for a Dorian or Aloris tool post?