Hey,
I'm looking for help with evaluating the conditions of this Emcoturn 140. It has some rust and comes with no tools, except for the mounted chuck. No manuals/spec sheets included, but the owner has I/O maps. I don't have the opportunity to inspect the machine in person, but I have some pictures and a video.
Runout test can be seen at 3:10
Here is a video link of it running:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1crF...ew?usp=sharing
1) Does the spindle or bearings sound okay?
2) Is rust on the spindle/spindle nose salvageable? It has a D1-D4 camlock system, and I don't know if the rust has creeped inside of the locking holes or not. Would this be repairable if that were the case, or would I have to replace the spindle?
3) What is a good price for a CNC-lathe in this condition?
Are there other factors I should consider? I know that the proprietary tools/fixtures are rare and expensive, but the owner told me that is has a D1-D4 spindle nose. So the plan is to make an adapter plate and use 5C collet chuck(since I'll only be working with cylindrical workpieces). I am also considering removing the turret, and make a gang tool setup (and maybe add an Y-Axis).
All comments and suggestions are appreciated
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Kevin