Yes, everything will be documented here.

I have found a VMC frame from China that seems to be around my specifications
http://www.alibaba.com/product-detai...904489677.html

The seller I have contacted (not the one above) will sell the frame my itself.
The 'Frame' includes the Spindle, HIWIN guides, P3 ballscrews, auto lubrication system and way covers for 7300USD. the ATC is a 1700USD option.

I have given some thought to either:
  • Making a fabricated steel clone of the machine above
  • Buying the frame and doing the electronics (not a creative project at all)
  • Sticking to my initial idea and doing the entire thing from scratch.


The first option is likely to be the cheapest.
The second option is definitely going to be the easiest and quickest, but the least satisfying.
The last option is one that has the least probability of success, but the most satisfying.


Thoughts?