Hi
I just purchased a Kent KTM 380 vertical mill after a long search on
ebay (particularly for something near me).
I have not come up with much information on this mill online (no
scanned copies of user manuals and service information).
From what I gather, the spindle is the step pulley type, so a little
more time consuming to change speeds, but at the same time relatively
simple compared to the variable speed units.
Its a 9x42 unit, thus relatively large for a home shop, but I doubt I
will regret the extra size or weight after getting it moved in.
Are there any potential issues to watch for on this machine, besides
the normal wear and tear that one expects on something 26 years old ?
Where was the machine built and can one expect good quality castings
etc, compared to current Taiwanese & Chinese mills ?
Thanks
Keith