Well that revelation certainly changed my plans...

I had thought of getting a used machine and stripping retrofitting it, but the deals are so few that i would probably be searching forever.

I am strongly considering getting the VMC frame, toolchanger and enclosure (which is offered as a package) and extending the X and Y travels. Also replacing the existing spindle and motor with a single built-in motor spindle (http://www.alibaba.com/product-detai...534965688.html).

I feel that I really don't need the frame to be as rigid as it is given that i'm only doing HSM, and that extending the travels should not be at the machine's detriment.


Thoughts?