02-17-2016, 01:50 AM
If you can get it - GET IT. Having a mill is not something that you will regret. Letting one slip through your fingers however will cause a lifetime of regret.
Of course, you want to ensure that it runs smoothly and quietly through all the speeds and check to see that the table isn't sloppy. Position the table in the mid point of its travel and grab one end and try to push away/pull toward you. A little movement may just be the gibs in need of adjustment. Also look at the handles. If they have been abused then there will be a good bet that it hasn't been treated well (I have a whole thread on this
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Cost, size, transportation etc are all other things you need to consider. Others will be able to chime in on additional things to look for.
Can you get pictures and more details???
Of course, you want to ensure that it runs smoothly and quietly through all the speeds and check to see that the table isn't sloppy. Position the table in the mid point of its travel and grab one end and try to push away/pull toward you. A little movement may just be the gibs in need of adjustment. Also look at the handles. If they have been abused then there will be a good bet that it hasn't been treated well (I have a whole thread on this
)Cost, size, transportation etc are all other things you need to consider. Others will be able to chime in on additional things to look for.
Can you get pictures and more details???
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