Looking for feedback before I buy an Avid CNC

[David Buchhauser]

The AVID machines are quite capable. I helped my buddy order a few parts from 8020.net to reinforce the exiting structure (extra extrusions, cross-members, gussets, etc.). I think he spent about 300-400 on parts/shipping and it made quite a bit of difference after we stiffened up the base.

I think that's where the steel welded machines have a huge advantage, but it comes at a real cost in $$$ and weight!

Michael - if you can, please post some photos of your buddies Avid with the reinforcements installed.
Thanks,
David

[Michael Burnside]

Michael - if you can, please post some photos of your buddies Avid with the reinforcements installed.
Thanks,
David

I'll see if I can get some. If I remember correctly it was 40-series extrusion.

[David Buchhauser]

I'll see if I can get some. If I remember correctly it was 40-series extrusion.

Thanks! I will look forward to seeing what he came up with.
David