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Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Newbie Help - Hobby vs Bridgeport

Posted by Jon Elson
on 2002-10-10 23:34:48 UTC
Scott wrote:

> I would like to delve into learning about CNC machining.
>
> 1. I currently have an older Bridgeport mill and would like to know if I
> would be better off "automating" it or should I try to build one of the
> "hobby" mills first.
>
>
Well, I only want one machine of a type (mill, lathe). So, I converted an
older Bridgeport, and am very happy with it. I need to tear it down and
scrape
the ways, as they have significant wear. That means I will be without a
machine
for a time. But, there's only so much room in the shop.

Jon

Discussion Thread

Scott 2002-10-10 13:05:59 UTC Newbie Help - Hobby vs Bridgeport Tim Goldstein 2002-10-10 15:00:23 UTC Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Newbie Help - Hobby vs Bridgeport bjammin@i... 2002-10-10 15:05:26 UTC Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Newbie Help - Hobby vs Bridgeport Jon Elson 2002-10-10 23:34:48 UTC Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Newbie Help - Hobby vs Bridgeport