Hi ... I've been looking at upgrading to a nice, used CNC flat-bed/engine lathe, preferably with a turret tool changer. My primary need would be some hard-turning of some contoured shafts - size less than 8" dia. x less than 18" long. I have looked at Bridgeport Romis and a Clausing CNC2000.

So ... you guys that use these Clausing machines, do you think they are rigid enough to do this kind of work quickly and efficiently.

Thanks!