MadModder

The Shop => Tools => Topic started by: davidcurtis021 on March 13, 2010, 02:28:52 PM

Title: emco compact 8
Post by: davidcurtis021 on March 13, 2010, 02:28:52 PM

anybody have any views on this as a second hand machine

Title: Re: emco compact 8
Post by: Jasonb on March 13, 2010, 02:38:15 PM

I had the geared head version the Emcomat 8.6 for a number of years, very good build quality and accuracy. Was sorry to see it go but I needed larger capacity.

If you are looking at a second hand one make sure you get 3 & 4 jaw chucks with it as they have a rare chuck mounting and a new Emco one will set you back.

Jason

Title: Re: emco compact 8
Post by: davidcurtis021 on March 13, 2010, 02:54:08 PM

thanks i'll check that

Title: Re: emco compact 8
Post by: tinkerer on March 13, 2010, 06:21:59 PM

Hi David,
I have the Craftsman version of that. Same machine, just rebadged. I bought it used and have had no problems. You will want a QCTP, traveling rest and all of the change gears, if they don't come with it. I agree with both 3 & 4 jaw chucks being needed. This is a picture of mine. I am just a novice and the weather has kept me away from it for quite awhile.
(http://i993.photobucket.com/albums/af57/tinkerer_2009/shoptools001.jpg)