I don't think he's asking where to get one, so location or personal information have no real bearing on the topic. Some folks on here know me and know where I am, some do not. I don't think it makes my questions or answers less relevant, even if it bugs some people for not knowing.
It seems that a few folks are frustrated or offended when people don't give out all of their information around here. Requesting that info sometimes goes from a courteous "By the way..." to outright rude. We've been teaching people for the last 15 years not to put their personal info on the internet. Now, to go with whole generations of wary internet newcomers, we have identity theft on the rise and employers searching their workers, prospective workers and competition.
Hiding your personal information may come off as rude or thoughtless to some but to others it just makes sense. It's just like capitalizing all of the words in a post - to some people it just gets a point across or seems "normal", to others it's just yelling.
To the OP:
I don't know what controller comes with the 3HP model from Rob, sorry. I would just go with a 2HP motor and a KBAC-27D, especially since you're looking to save some money. I've never worked on a 3HP machine, but 1.5 and 2 have never given me problems, as long as I don't bear down on the platen with a full 6" of stock. The 2HP machine with the KBAC from Rob is plenty for just about any task.
If you find something that slows/stops the motor (I've done it once on a 2hp KMG w/VFD), just ease up on the pressure. Sometimes problems that we think require more power really just require more prowess.
