NitrousBIG
Plastic
- Joined
- Oct 18, 2018
I have got three lathes in my Auto/Metal shop. One is a South Bend SB1002 which works VERY well and rarely breaks down (knock on wood). I also have two Chinese made lathes which are a constant source of problems. They have gotten to the point where my repairman cant find parts anymore and are only partially working. You also have to understand that my students have worn out the two Chinese machines, they are kids and they do screw up but they are generally very careful.
Because I am unable to get parts what would you guys suggest I replace them with. I am thinking another SB1002 and one larger lathe with about a 12" swing. I am leaning toward South Bends because of quality and part availability. My repair guy is recommending King Industrial Lathes because of parts availability here (Abbotsford B.C. near Vancouver), but I am leary of buying Chinese. I know the South Bend stuff is made in China (as far as I can tell) but the quality seems to be better.
Any ideas or recommendations would be great.
Thankyou
Because I am unable to get parts what would you guys suggest I replace them with. I am thinking another SB1002 and one larger lathe with about a 12" swing. I am leaning toward South Bends because of quality and part availability. My repair guy is recommending King Industrial Lathes because of parts availability here (Abbotsford B.C. near Vancouver), but I am leary of buying Chinese. I know the South Bend stuff is made in China (as far as I can tell) but the quality seems to be better.
Any ideas or recommendations would be great.
Thankyou