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Third party software and hardware support forums. / Re: whats best 3axis for $5000

« on: July 14, 2013, 03:58:50 PM »

I want to do some gunsmithing as a possibility. But overall it will be mostly aluminum and some lite steels. I am not a manufacturer of anything so im not as concerned for speed. I doubt any tooling will exceed 3/8-1/2". And tooling is a never ending need for money lol I will b making some things for my harley like engravings and such. i know im ignorant to cnc but i do have a van norman mill and southbend lathe and the willingness to learn as i have taught myself my whole life w books and hands on. I appreciate the help. i do not want to turn the van norman into cnc cause theres no parts available for my mill and the wear and tear would worry me. Im wanting at least a 24by24" area towork w on mill table. thank you!!

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Mach4 General Discussion / Re: New people welcome !! Come in here and introduce your self!

« on: July 14, 2013, 12:46:56 PM »

Hello,new guy w a van norman duplex #2 and 13" southbend lathe. . im looking to get into cnc work at home and i appreciate all help and hopefully i can help u w something. ive done mostly car work my whole life but a recent 4 neck and back surgeries have crippled my work career. so id like to get into home hobby cnc work and im currently looking for the best machine u guys can suggest for $5000 or less 3axis.

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Third party software and hardware support forums. / whats best 3axis for $5000

« on: July 14, 2013, 12:40:52 PM »

Hello,new guy that has a van norman mill,and southbend lathe but want to get a cnc. what is the best i can get for mostly metal work ,3axis for aprox. $5000+/-. Thank you for input!!!