Quote Originally Posted by tiro_uspsss View Post
nice results!!

I have the chance to buy a *slightly* damaged mill-lathe... usually retails AUD$2600, I can get it for AUD$1000 - Dad says its easily fixed.. should I??

Sure if it's in good shape, you can usually see how worn a mill/lathe is by inspecting the ways very carefully and look for differences. It should also have good oil fittings and preferably oil channels cut into the ways.


I will always give a to investing in good tools. Taken care of can last a lifetime..

Wish I could say the same for my video card..or anything in my computer for that matter..