Hello from the newbie,
I just brought home my Clausing 8520 on Sunday and after a good scrubbing it seems I actually have found a nice, lightly used machine that was hidden under a layer of grunge. I have a few maintenance items to address but overall it is in great shape. The original motor was removed but not detached and a Dayton with a variable speed control was installed in its place. The guy I bought it from thought the old motor was for an accessory for the mill since it was still attached but sitting to the side. I have seen a lot of good comments about these units but would like to know if there are any potential problem areas to keep an eye on. I have gotten in touch with Clausing and they indicated that parts support is not a problem for most items except the big castings. I will look forward to any input from fellow owners. I was not expecting to stumble on this unit and it was an expense I was not ready for, but I am very happy to get this unit due to the size and yet it is a full featured knee mill. Let me know what I should keep tabs on or buy in advance.
Thanks
Mark
I just brought home my Clausing 8520 on Sunday and after a good scrubbing it seems I actually have found a nice, lightly used machine that was hidden under a layer of grunge. I have a few maintenance items to address but overall it is in great shape. The original motor was removed but not detached and a Dayton with a variable speed control was installed in its place. The guy I bought it from thought the old motor was for an accessory for the mill since it was still attached but sitting to the side. I have seen a lot of good comments about these units but would like to know if there are any potential problem areas to keep an eye on. I have gotten in touch with Clausing and they indicated that parts support is not a problem for most items except the big castings. I will look forward to any input from fellow owners. I was not expecting to stumble on this unit and it was an expense I was not ready for, but I am very happy to get this unit due to the size and yet it is a full featured knee mill. Let me know what I should keep tabs on or buy in advance.
Thanks
Mark