Hello: I am not a machinist. I am a ceramic designer and saw the need for the abiliity to machine parts not only for myself but for others also. I liked the idea of a compact machine that fits just right in a small space. Of course I also was concerned with value. I don't have the time orthe inclination to keep poking around Ebay for machinery.
I bought a fully equipped Eldorado Bridge Mill with DRO, Ball Screws, and the CNC package. Over the 3 years I have had the machine, it lived in its crate before I had the time or the space to install it. After moving into Denver, I got the machine up and running. I followed th ecleaning instructions, how to make sure all the parts line up, etc etc. I received an excellend machine. Everything was tight and to spec.
I have always received promt and courteous advice, service, and replies from JT both email and phone. I have subsequently purchased tooling from both him and other vendors...McMaster Carr, MSC etc.
I like the ease of operating this machine, It works for me. But again I am not a machinst.
What I find anoying is the noise and craziness of the lathe drive system. I don't need the auto feede system so I'll disable that. I will eventually install a VFD drive system and enjoy its quiet and clean workings. Perhaps JT should look at that arrangement as future upgrade.
All in all, with enough coffee, I enjoy working with this machine and it suits my puposes very well. Again I am not a machinist.
Best
Jonathan in Denver  |