Shop Fox M1018
This is the "real deal." It is mostly cast or machined steel and very heavy - shipping weight was 501#. I used a diesel engine hoist to get it up on the workbench. The workmanship appears to be very good. The vise and beds are very tight and no visible or measurable play (by hand) yet move smoothly. The gears, motor and all drive parts run very smooth and quiet. I have not used the mill portion yet but will update when I do. If you buy one be certain to check EVERY nut and bolt as loosening may occur in shipping. The gearbox on mine was only half full of gear oil. Also be sure to run the break-in ... Great for turning, cutting threads, drilling and milling small projects, this
Shop Fox M1018 combo lathe is packed extra add-ons like a 4-way turret tool post, 9-1/2" faceplate, 40" 3-jaw chuck
Shop Fox M1018 and a built-in rotating vise Features a 16-1/2"
Shop Fox M1018 swing over bed, 11-1/2" swing over saddle, 19-3/16" distance between centers, 3/4" spindle bore and MT #3 tapers. Hobby or
Shop Fox M1018 entry-level machinists will not want to pass up this versatile machine 2 dead centers Built-in vise ... »»
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