OK, I'm making progress on cleaning up and installing the Craftsman lathe and drill press I mentioned in my previous post, 'Newbie needs Advice.' I got several replies on that one, and their suggestions have been very helpful. I'd like to thank them.

One person says he's sent me a copy of the owner's manual - I'm really looking forward to it.

Now I'm going to buy a set of precision measuring tools, specifically;

Set of micrometers, 0-4"
Micrometer stand
Depth micrometer set,0-6"
Set of telescoping gauges
Dial indicator
Dial indicator stand

I can't afford Starrett, but I notice that a lot of people sell inexpensive precision measuring tools these days, from several sources. Grizzly is just up the road in Bellingham, and I can easily go up to their showroom and see for myself, but I don't really know what to look for. Does anybody have any experiences, good or bad, with their tools? Their prices are hard to beat, and it might be a case where these are good tools and other brands are overpriced. It could also be a case of 'you get what you pay for.'

Does anybody have anything to share?

Thanks, again

[This message has been edited by Steve Rundell (edited 06-20-2001).]

[This message has been edited by Steve Rundell (edited 06-20-2001).]