Hey there folks!
So I've decided to take up collecting some heavy iron to hold down the concrete in my garage properly.
After perusing the EBay, auctions sites and doing some research I've decided I really like the look of Van Norman machines, the swiveling head and the versatility that brings really draws me.
Problem is outside of seeing them and kicking the tires, I've got no hands on experience with Van Normans.
I've heard/read some things and now I've got some questions and this looks like the most productive spot to spout an off.
1) I heard finding parts can be a bastard, any problem areas to look for on inspecting outside of the standard fare?
2) the ones with quills seem rare, are the quills any good at all/worth holding out for? Any models tNorman.
3) How common are the ones with 3 axis power feed, Is that mainly a feature on later models?
4) Are they as beefy/rigid as they look?
5) if I get the 5V or 2N spindle how does one mount larger cutters than 3/4 shank? Is there a spindle face hole pattern for mounting fave mills and the like?
Thanks guys
So I've decided to take up collecting some heavy iron to hold down the concrete in my garage properly.
After perusing the EBay, auctions sites and doing some research I've decided I really like the look of Van Norman machines, the swiveling head and the versatility that brings really draws me.
Problem is outside of seeing them and kicking the tires, I've got no hands on experience with Van Normans.
I've heard/read some things and now I've got some questions and this looks like the most productive spot to spout an off.
1) I heard finding parts can be a bastard, any problem areas to look for on inspecting outside of the standard fare?
2) the ones with quills seem rare, are the quills any good at all/worth holding out for? Any models tNorman.
3) How common are the ones with 3 axis power feed, Is that mainly a feature on later models?
4) Are they as beefy/rigid as they look?
5) if I get the 5V or 2N spindle how does one mount larger cutters than 3/4 shank? Is there a spindle face hole pattern for mounting fave mills and the like?
Thanks guys