I'm thinking about upgrading my lathe to a larger lathe. I have a Laguna 18-36 with a 2hp motor. Based on electrical calculations it is a true 2hp. The lathe has done everything I have asked, but looking for a little more capacity. Yes, I can stall the 2hp if I try, but not really an issue. I have heard others say they also stall 3hp lathes. I don't do coring and no plans to do so.
So is the 3hp just for bragging rights, or is there a real value to 3hp.
So is the 3hp just for bragging rights, or is there a real value to 3hp.