You need 3 motors. The problem is you will need 3 drives too, plus the encoders. The drives are $114 each. What you are trying to build is a servo system. Most people spend around $600-1000 for a working system, and you still don't have any of the mechanical parts for the machine yet. There are much cheaper drives out there. It depends what you want.
My suggestion is to sell the motors on ebay, then spend a few weeks at least reading about all the home made machines here. Decide what you want, and what you want to spend, then build a machine. Buy the motors and electronics last. By then you will understand a lot more and know what you need and want.
Ask questions, we will help you along.
Another suggestion I have is start small. Simple means you might actually succeed.
Eric
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