Originally Posted by Runner4404spd  i'm looking at these two machines. i had a 9x20 a while ago and sold it. is the 8x14 physically shorter than a 9x20? i don't have the space for a larger lathe right now and don't want a 7x10. on the 8x14 does the lack of quick change gears bug you? i liked being able to turn material off at various feedrates and was wondering if this bothered anyone? ultimately i would like the quick change gears but won't be threading a whole lot with it. ultimately size is a bigger concern at this point in time. |
if you want i can measure end to end my 8x12. one positive thing about the 8x12 is its only $360 + tax at harbor freight right now with sale and 20 percent cupouns
