It's a small version of a Computer Numeric Controlled Milling machine found in machining shops etc...
Now that project you're working on sounds Great! I've love to see some pics if ya could... 
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10.5*172FSB(1806/ 1991 high), Vcore 1.792...@84.95Watts
--86' Chevette Heater Core
--1/2" Vinyl tubes
--Via1300-Stealth Mod(QUIET!) 
---Home made copper-tube block
---PVC small internal res
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