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  1. 09-29-2007, 01:29 AM #1
    chip cruncher
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    new 14 X 40 engine lathe

    I am currently doing small scale production and repair work. I am looking to get a new 14 X40 engine lathe. Anyone have recomendations or experience with a new purchase? I am looking at Jet, Grizzly or ? Need good equipment, but doesn't have to be name brand.
    Looking for others input.
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  2. 09-29-2007, 03:19 AM #2
    larry53
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    lathe

    I bought a Jet 14 x 40 gear head gab bed lathe a few years ago and had good results with the lathe.
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  3. 09-29-2007, 02:10 PM #3
    WOLOG
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    We bought a Jet ZX1860 thinking it would replace our aged Jet RX1860. Big mistake!!! The head stock was out of alignment at delivery, several bearings had to be replaced, a gear came loose during operation etc. Long story short, the ZX went back to Jet and we still use the Worn out RX! We replaced the ZX1860 with a Kingston 2060. Nice machine and very accurate.
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  4. 09-29-2007, 02:33 PM #4
    Geof
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    Have a look at this thread, same topic fully discussed:


    http://www.cnczone.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22154
    An open mind is a virtue...so long as all the common sense has not leaked out.
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