Snap-on Brake lathe model 102 question

[endmill]

Looking @ a snap-on Model 102 brake lathe. PROS CONS ??? Thanks

[mccutter]

Make sure it has all the disk adapters, bearing cones, etc. With so many mfgs recommending replacement (not turning) of rotors, the brake lathe is not as popular a tool as it once was.

That said, a buddy of mine turned my front rotors a couple years ago and they are still going strong. $10x2 he charged me. Of course you need a way to measure them to see if there is enough "meat" to turn. I picked up this caliper from HF "open box" for $18. LINK

PS: he paid $300 for his lathe--I'm not sure of the brand but it is not Ammco or SnapOn...

[kbs2244]

I question the need for a brake lathe now days.
It would make a nice basis for a woodworking faceplate lathe though.

[endmill]

it in my blood being a machinst, when i work on my vehicles i want to do the job in my shop in stead of taking them to get turned.

[mccutter]

Originally Posted by endmill

it in my blood being a machinst, when i work on my vehicles i want to do the job in my shop in stead of taking them to get turned.

In my case there may have been a 12-pack of Heineken involved...