FMC 601 Brake Lathe Service and Repair Experts

FMC Brake Lathe Service, Repair and Parts

We specialize in complete service, repair, calibration and parts replacement for FMC brake lathes, including the widely used FMC 601 disc/drum models. These machines are known for durability, but after years of shop use they develop mechanical, electrical and alignment issues that affect cut quality.

If you’re searching for FMC brake lathe, FMC 601 brake lathe, or FMC brake lathe parts, we provide on-site technical service to restore precision and cutting performance.

FMC Brake Lathe Problems We Commonly Fix

FMC machines, especially the FMC 601, often develop issues that prevent accurate resurfacing. These are the most frequent problems we repair:

FMC brake lathe

Mechanical Issues

  • excessive vibration or chatter
  • spindle runout or arbor wobble
  • worn spindle bearings
  • loose adapter seating or mandrel imbalance
  • worn crossfeed system causing uneven cuts

Electrical Issues

  • motor overheating or loss of torque
  • failed switches or wiring faults
  • inconsistent rotation speeds

Cutting Quality Problems

  • uneven rotor finish
  • spiral patterns on rotors
  • poor drum machining depth
  • irregular depth-of-cut

Feed Mechanism Wear

  • feed screw backlash
  • worn gears in feed assembly
  • inconsistent feed rate
  • failure to maintain cutting pressure

Parts & Tooling Issues

  • damaged cutter heads
  • worn cutting tools
  • incorrect adapters
  • need for replacement arbors

FMC brake lathes require precision to deliver factory-quality cuts. We eliminate all mechanical and electrical issues to restore full performance.

FMC Brake Lathe Service and Diagnostic Process

Our technicians perform a complete evaluation of the FMC brake lathe to determine the exact cause of the performance issues.

Diagnostic Includes:

  • spindle runout measurement
  • motor load test
  • adapter alignment and fitment
  • crossfeed backlash inspection
  • cutting tool condition analysis
  • spindle bearing condition evaluation
  • electrical and switch inspection
  • vibration analysis during test rotation

After diagnosing your machine, we perform:

  • spindle alignment correction
  • arbor and adapter balancing
  • motor repair or replacement
  • new switches or wiring
  • feed screw and gear repairs
  • cutter head tuning
  • full calibration and test cuts

We ensure your FMC machine delivers clean, consistent resurfacing.

FMC brake lathe

FMC 601 Brake Lathe – Technical Overview

The FMC 601 is one of the most widely used disc/drum brake lathes in the industry. It is known for:

  • strong construction
  • precise cutting capability
  • compatibility with multiple arbor systems
  • excellent drum depth capacity

However, this machine requires regular calibration to maintain accuracy.

FMC Brake Lathe Parts We Supply and Install

We carry compatible, high-quality FMC brake lathe parts:

  • spindle bearings
  • cutter tools
  • cutter heads
  • crossfeed assemblies
  • feed screws and gears
  • motor replacements
  • switches, wiring and electrical components
  • arbors and adapters
  • belts and pulleys

Proper parts selection is essential to restoring machining accuracy.

Why Shops Choose Our FMC Brake Lathe Service

  • specialized technicians with years of FMC experience
  • full diagnostic + calibration in one visit
  • on-site repair for fast turnaround
  • parts available for immediate installation
  • service available across Southern California

Schedule FMC Brake Lathe Service

To request FMC service, calibration or parts:

Call 805-285-1878
We come directly to your shop for complete repair.