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Yes, I understand the hobby machine aspect. After looking at some of these more robust machines with aluminum bearing blocks, I am hoping in the future to upgrade mine or just rebuild a bigger, better one. I am mostly concerned about the lengths and accuracy of the belts at 48x48". For now, I...

Wow, very nice! I will have to consider the aluminum bearing blocks after I get mine up and running. Do you guys have CNC mills or are you manually milling these? Or sending them out to a shop?

After review it does say to tap the little holes with a 10-32 Hello everyone, the question is regarding the JD's Garage plans (Complete Gantry 2.7), well, I am assuming (you know where that gets us) that on the x-axis arm, do I use nuts to secure the components there? (belt mount idlers) I...

Ok, I just updated the drivers and printed from USB vs WIFI. Printed perfectly when put to actual size

Hey guys! I love this! I am about to assemble my JD's Garage. I am building a 48" x 48" cutting area so 58 1/2" x 67 1/2"so I had to get creative with the sizing. It is a bit out of the suggested comfort zone but I figured I would build it and upgrade some parts if the build is not suitable for...

Ill have to rig something up to take the strain off. I could re-wire it and add your suggestion but I will definitely take it into consideration. I'm not sure when but I would like to look into a 3 phase motor option to where I could control the voltage/speed. It would be nice to go lower than...

It's technically top heavy but very secure. Once I have it in its semi permeant spot here in this studio I will bolt it to the ground. Good eye!

Agreed about the vice! I got this guy for free as it was broken and was able to fix it up enough to be stable (I think). I will have to rebuild but damn those other options are brilliant! The whole reason I got a DP was to have take the time and get the accuracy, so I will be holding nothing...

I'm impressed and thankful about this drill press. Runs smooth and quite, belt is in very decent shape. The only issue is some old cracked wiring I will fix first thing. Thanks for all the help!

Ok my Friends, I will be picking up around 8pm tonight and will report back with some pictures. Thank you all for your guidance. This has been a warm welcome to garagejournal.com!

Things have changed. The seller wants $400, it comes with nothing else and its an hour drive away. Not that I'm not up for a drive for a great deal/piece but considering its age, I have no idea what shape its in. It looks clean but that is only a plus not a guarantee I wont need to dump a bunch...

Wow! That pretty much clears it all up for me. You have literally answered all of my concerns related to the Drill Press Hunt. Thank you Cat!

The motor says 1725 RPM so I guess its the higher version That's interesting about you not using the lower powered press unless your drilling in something rare and extra hardened. I guess I just wanted the most flexibility but I suppose I could swap the motor at some point. I really just need to...

Ahh, Thank you very much for the info. I just missed an auction for one that went for $230. So agreed this is a good deal.

I'm pretty sure its a 1 Phase 120v. In that case am I missing out on the possibilities of utilizing a VFD with a 3 phase? So would I upgrade to a 3 phase? Or is there a VFD option for 120v? Thank you

I was just sent an updated image of the spindle speeds and apparently it goes down to 400 - 260 RPM's with belt E. Is this a variable speed drill press? How do I achieve this? With a belt gear change? Thanks!

I'm looking at picking up a Clausing 1640 for $300 and I'm wondering if anyone has any experience with these. I'm looking to do strictly steel drilling and I'm wondering if it will go low enough RPM's to take care of my needs long term or possibly what I can do to upgrade this machine? I'm...

Hey All, New to Garage Journal. Setting up a small fab shop and I found Powermatic 1200 Drill press for $350, no chuck, no power cable etc. I might pick up a Teco 510 to test this thing out as I will need one for any future 3 phase tools in my shop. I'm pretty good with electrical and I got my...