[zinthorne]

We got a very old mill this past season. It is a small mill that fits on a cart and no digital readout. It has completely revolutionized how we make parts. It may be slow and the nicest but as somebody said above its how your team uses the tools and utilizes them. Our robot could not have been made this year without it.

In terms of new machines to get I would reccomend a table lathe or larger lathe if you have the money. Being able to make drive shafts and spacers is invaluable. Next I would get a good sander. After that I would say a mill of some sort. Ours only cost $2000 and that came with a large lathe and a large assortment of milling tools. Best of luck to you guys!