This mill is actually better than my 1 HP step pulley Bridgeport, but
swapping a mill is too much trouble, plus the Bridgeport already has

I'd re think this statement. Move the DRO, should only take an afternoon.

The fact is your wimpy Bridgy will sell faster and and a higher price. Keep
in mind your main customer is totally new to machining and is going to buy
something they've heard of.

Then you're stuck with a better machine - big problem.

Karl