Hello Everyone
Ive been thinking about getting a lathe for a little while now, so all the info in this area is very helpful. I didnt want to start a new topic so I think my question should be ok in here.
Ive been looking at the more expensive machines as well as the least expensive machines to try and figure which route I should take considering the investment. I havent really dug too deep to try and get the best deal yet. I am basiclly trying to compare setup to setup.
I took a look at the sherline site today. i am trying to get a lathe that I can set up with the milling attachments as well. This is what I came up with
4000/4100c 3.5 x 8 lathe package
3050/3053 vertical mill column
3700 rotary table
Some of the guys in here can give me some insight if this is the right combination...
ive been trying to put together the same setup from harbor freight but I cant seem to find the milling attachment for the 7x10 mini lathe. I was pretty sure I saw one before but maybe I am mistaken. I have a list of parts to go with the harbor frieght lathe already but its pretty long cause i dont think they sell everyhting in a package.
I guess what I am asking is can the harbor frieght unit be used as a mill like the sherline?
If so, could someone help me with a part number and any essential accessories to make it work.