Tom,
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The T130 is certainly a nice machine (you have an amazing setup!), and I have considered it. I could have picked up the T130 in the MachineryMax auction that Jared mentioned above for a good price. However, it's missing tilt, and it does not have a sliding table without the package you mention. I don't think that can be added after purchasing either, but perhaps I'm wrong?
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For this purchase I am optimizing for the most features in the smallest footprint, with build quality solid enough for me to build doors & windows in my spare time. The TW55ES is about a big of a machine as I can fit in my garage without moving houses, selling other equipment, for getting very creative with my space. I think it is the best compromise (though I am open to changing my mind).
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Since this is exclusively for hobby work (and maybe for the occasional commission), I don't think I can justify a price bump up to a T130 level of machine. I would be very surprised if I hit the limit of the build on the TW55ES given how few hours I'm actually going to put in on it. SCM rep claims it's the same quill / build as the T110, for what it's worth.
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Kory
