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Re: accuracy of bench brake lathes
Posted to Tool & Equipment Forum on 12/15/2001

Although I can't promise it every time, I can usually get under .001" on mine (Snap-on made by John Bean). That's measured on the car.

On many cars I will notice .005" on a test drive. .008" is grossly unacceptable, IMO.

In my estimation, a proper lathe mu... Login to read more.