Re: SV: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Buying old machines and praying

Jon, you are right on!!!
I took a similar leap and I'm still at it.
Mine is called "Marcus' Folly"...what's yours called??
There is no substitute for a powered up inspection unless you are buying
brand new from a reputable source.
I've done some excellent deals, but I've done some stinkers too.
Cheers

Marcus

----- Original Message -----
From: Jon Elson <elson@...>
To: <CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 19, 2003 10:34 AM
Subject: Re: SV: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] CNCing a big surface grinder ?


> You can't buy a used machine based on year of manufacture. If you don't
> want a complete rebuild, you MUST inspect the machine in person, with
> instruments, preferably under power. I took a leap on an old lathe, and
> ended up with a 22 month rebuild. I am not sorry I did it, but it was a
LOT
> of work. I now have a truly FINE lathe, however.
>
> Jon