The Sunnen PM-300 is a precision rod-boring machine designed to re-bore connecting rods, small bores, and other cylindrical components — often used in engine-rebuilding, remanufacturing, or performance shops. As a used machine, the PM-300 offers a cost-effective way to add or expand boring and cylinder-work capability without the expense of a new machine.
Whether you’re refreshing worn rods, re-bushing small journals, or prepping components for rebuild or custom applications, the PM-300 delivers the rigidity, tooling adaptability, and dimensional control needed for accurate bore work. In a shop environment, a properly maintained used PM-300 can serve reliably for years, making it a practical entry or upgrade for shops handling rod work, small-bore rework, or light engine rebuilding.
Precision Rod / Small-Bore Cylinder Boring — Designed to bore or re-bore connecting rods, small journals, and light-duty engine components and housings.
Adaptable Tooling Setups — Supports various boring bar sizes and tooling configurations, allowing shops to match the machine to the part size and material.
Compact Shop-Friendly Footprint — Easier to fit in existing shop space compared with large engine-block boring mills; suitable for rebuild shops, performance shops, and mixed-use machine floors.
Cost-Effective Used Machine Solution — Offers much of the functionality of new rod-boring machines at a lower cost — making upgrades or expansions more affordable for smaller or mid-size shops.
Versatile Work Capacity — Useful not only for rods but also for small housings, brackets, small industrial parts, and light repair work — adding flexibility to shop capabilities.
Good Entry Point for Rod & Journal Services — Practical for shops adding rod rebuilding, journal repair, or light machining services, without over-investing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | Sunnen PM-300 Rod Boring Machine (Used) |
| Machine Type | Rod / Small-Bore Cylinder Boring Machine |
| Typical Workpieces | Connecting rods, small journals/bushings, light-duty housings, small castings/parts |
| Tooling Flexibility | Supports multiple boring-bar sizes and tool setups — configurable per job requirements |
| Use Cases | Rod re-boring, journal repair, sleeve or bush replacement, small-bore rework, light machining work |
| Best For | Machine shops, engine rebuild shops, remanufacturers, rod-service shops, light-duty rebuild work |
| Advantages | Versatile, compact footprint, cost-effective used option, adaptable to varied small-bore jobs |
| Limitations | Not intended for large-block main bore work or heavy industrial cylinders — capacity limited to small/medium bores |
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