There is a Powermatic 1150 drill press available near me. I am considering making an offer. I want to replace the motor, because it's a 3-phase job. A 1750-RPM motor gives speeds varying from 450 to 4800 RPM. The 1150 RPM motor will give 260-3500. I don't want to fool with a speed control; this is a variable-speed press, so I'd rather just get a new motor.
Seems to me that the slower motor is better, because the upper end of the speed range is not particularly useful, while the lower end is good for big items.
Recommendations?