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Bill Esposito

01-29-2005, 10:11 AM

Hi folks,

That being said, can anyone talk me out of it? I'm going for the 2hp version. Yes I know about the PM3520a but one reason for the 1642 is the longer bed and the PM has the same size bed as my 1236.

Thanks
Bill

Jim Becker

01-29-2005, 10:19 AM

It's a really good machine and if you can deal with the smaller swing capacity over the bed, it should work out well for you. It also has the visible speed indicator that the PM3520a does not. You're doing a good thing by going with the 2hp, too...the extra power will be appreciated as you work your way up to bigger and heavier turnings. (My Stubby also has a 2hp motor)