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I was recently faced with exactly the same dilema and looked at a few of the cheaper new machines like JET, FOX etc but I've just managed to pick up a Fobco floor standing 240v model in superb condition for £150 on e bay. It is an absolutely fantastic bit of kit and far superior to the imported...

Well it went back to dealers today- can I just put in a good word for them, they gave me my money back without hesitation, no quibles no fuss excellent service- they are Phil Geesin Machine dealers in Sheffield (although they do seem to specialise in seriously large industrial metal working...

Thanks, I've had another look and as far as I can see its the whole of the outer assembly (it drops through the main casting and houses the inner spindle and lowers with the the chuck etc- the quill?) thats got some play in it, not the spindle itself. I'm not sure if theres any adjustment to be...

After reading various threads on this very informative site yesterday I bought a used Startrite Mercury floor standing pillar drill from a used machinery dealer. I decided not to go down the route of a new Chinese type machine hoping to get a more long lasting and accurate drill. However I have...