What to Look for When Buying a Used Goodway
Goodway CNC lathes are manufactured with in-house cast components, precision-scraped beds, and proprietary turrets and spindles. This vertical integration gives Goodway machines a reputation for rigidity and long service life. Here is what to inspect on used units.
Check the spindle and headstock. Goodway machines use high-power Fanuc spindle motors with built-in or belt-driven configurations depending on the series. Measure spindle runout at the nose and test across the full RPM range. On machines with C-axis (Cf-axis with disc brake), verify positioning accuracy and holding torque. Listen for bearing noise at both low and high speeds after thermal warm-up.
Test the turret and live tooling. Cycle the turret through all stations and check for smooth indexing, positive lockup, and absence of play. On live-tooling machines, run each driven tool position and verify speeds and torque. Check VDI tool holders for wear at the shank interface.
Inspect the bed, guideways, and ballscrews. Goodway slant-bed lathes use linear roller guideways or box ways depending on model. Check for wear or scoring. Test ballscrew backlash on all axes. On sub-spindle models, verify smooth traverse and accurate part handoff between spindles.
Verify the CNC control and software. Goodway machines use Fanuc controls (0i, 0i-TF, 31i, 32i) with G.LINC HMI on newer models. Confirm clean power-up, successful axis referencing, and that stored programs load correctly. Older GCL-series machines typically run Fanuc 0T or 0i controls.
Goodway GCL Series (Legacy Turning Centers)
The GCL-2 is Goodway's most iconic model, with over 10,000 units sold worldwide. This compact horizontal turning center features an 8-inch chuck, 51 mm bar capacity, Fanuc control, and a proven slant-bed design for general job shop and subcontracting work. Variants include the GCL-2L (long bed) and GCL-2B (big bore). The earlier GCL-15 also remains available on the used market.
Goodway GA Series (High-Performance Turning)
The GA series (GA-2000, GA-2600, GA-3000, GA-3300) delivers high-performance turning with rigid box-way construction, high-power spindles, and optional live tooling with Y-axis and C-axis capability. The Cf-axis disc brake system provides exceptional rigidity for milling operations. Chuck sizes range from 8 to 15 inches. GA machines serve shops that need heavier cutting capacity and larger workpiece envelopes than the GCL platform.
Goodway GLS Series (High-Speed Turning)
The GLS series (GLS-150, GLS-200, GLS-260) uses 30-degree slant-bed designs with linear roller guideways for high-speed, high-precision production turning. Compact footprints (as small as 4.6 square meters) make GLS machines efficient in floor-space-constrained production cells. Optional live tooling, C-axis, and sub-spindle configurations are available.
Goodway GTS & GTH Series (Multi-Axis)
The GTS series (GTS-150, GTS-200, GTS-260) twin-spindle/twin-turret machines combine the capacity of two lathes in one footprint for high-efficiency production. Optional Y-axis provides off-center milling, drilling, and tapping. The GTH series (GTH-1500, GTH-2000) uses a parallel twin-spindle architecture with gantry loading for automated mass production in automotive and medical environments.
Goodway SW Series (Swiss-Type)
The SW series (SW-20, SW-32, SW-42) delivers Swiss-type sliding-headstock turning for small-diameter, tight-tolerance components used in medical, electronics, and connector manufacturing. Fanuc 31i controls support complex multi-axis programming for front and back machining in a single cycle.
Goodway GV & GMT Series
The GV vertical turning centers handle large-diameter workpieces for energy, aerospace, and heavy machinery. The GMT series (GMT-2000) provides large-capacity horizontal turning with lengths up to 2,520 mm for oil and gas, power generation, and heavy industrial applications.
How to Sell Your Used Goodway
Goodway machines hold strong resale value thanks to in-house manufacturing quality, Fanuc controls, and consistent demand from production shops worldwide. GCL-2, GA, and GTS series machines are in particularly high demand on the secondary market.
Resell CNC buys used Goodway machines, every model and generation, nationwide.
- Contact us — call (844) 478-8181 or email sales@resellcnc.com.
- Free appraisal within 24 hours, no obligation.
- Accept the offer — we handle rigging, transport, and logistics.
Frequently Asked Questions About Used Goodway Machines
Are used Goodway machines reliable?
Yes. Goodway manufactures all critical components in-house (beds, headstocks, spindles, turrets, tailstocks) and uses Fanuc CNC controls throughout the product line. The company has produced CNC lathes since 1984 and shipped over 10,000 GCL-2 series units alone. Well-maintained Goodway lathes routinely deliver years of production service.
What CNC control does Goodway use?
Goodway machines are equipped with Fanuc CNC controls, including the 0i, 0i-TF, 31i, and 32i series depending on model and generation. Current machines feature Goodway's proprietary G.LINC HMI interface layered over the Fanuc platform. Older GCL-series lathes typically run Fanuc 0T or 0i controls.
What should I inspect before buying a used Goodway?
Focus on spindle runout and bearing condition, turret indexing accuracy, ballscrew backlash on all axes, guideway wear, and CNC control functionality. On live-tooling machines, test each driven station independently. On sub-spindle models, verify accurate part handoff between main and sub-spindle.
What is the relationship between Goodway and Yama Seiki?
Yama Seiki USA is the North American sales and service arm of the Goodway Group. Used Goodway machines sold in North America may carry either Goodway or Yama Seiki branding. Parts, service, and technical support for both brands are available through the same organization.
What industries use Goodway machines?
Goodway lathes serve aerospace, automotive, medical device manufacturing, energy (including wind power), electronics, heavy machinery, and general subcontracting and job shop production.
What Goodway models hold their value best?
GTS twin-spindle/twin-turret machines, GA high-performance turning centers, and SW Swiss-type lathes maintain the strongest resale values due to production capability and market demand. GCL-2 lathes trade at accessible price points with consistent buyer interest. Call (844) 478-8181 for current valuations.
How do I sell my used Goodway?
Contact Resell CNC at (844) 478-8181 or sales@resellcnc.com. We buy every Goodway and Yama Seiki model nationwide, from legacy GCL-2 lathes through current GTS multi-axis production machines. Free appraisal within 24 hours.