There is no question in my mind. This one is the best, though a little more
money, but well worth it:
http://www.lowes.com/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=177708-1703-K2159-1
>From what I understand, the lowes Lincoln models (pro mig) are the same as
sold by Lincoln welder dealers, but at a lower price. I have the 125 plus
model. The plus means that the amperage is infinitely variable. On some
cheaper models (Lincoln non plus and non pro mig) models the amps are
controlled by a 4 position switch -- that is not a good thing to limit
yourself to 4 ranges.
The 135 easily welds up to 1/4 inch in one pass and can be throttled down to
do body panels. Gas is the only way to go. Oh, and it's 110 volt -- nice
and easy to plug in.
As an aside, when you get a welder suddenly you find all kinds of stuff
around the house to use it on. Heck, I made a big old awning on the side of
my shop with square steel and angle iron -- never would have done it with
bolts. Made a great frame for a wooden fence -- strong and easy. Plus, I
use mine for all kinds of metal art stuff. Kim
>From: "Tim Triplett" <ford_edge01@juno.com>
>Reply-To: "Tim Triplett" <ford_edge01@juno.com>
>To: bricklin@autox.team.net
>Subject: Welding
>Date: Wed, 9 Mar 2005 02:02:45 GMT
>
>This is just a general inqury into what I should look for in a welder.
>There are alot of options out there and need a little help making sense of
>it all. I know the terms, know the difference in MIG vs Flux core, as far
>as how they work but I am just looking for a good quality machine that will
>work well for body work. Should I look at a MIG or a Flux core , which
>would work the best. How many Amps should I need, and how thick should I
>look for, is 1/8" too small. I figure if I'm spending the money, maybe I
>should look at something that can go up to maybe 1/4" incase I need it
>later. I want the least expensive option that can compromise with my
>needs. I am a beginner so I am looking at the entry level models, mostly
>the Lincoln Electric brands but Sears does have a Craftsman model for
>199.99
>http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&vertical=TOOL&pid=00920568000&tab=spe#tablink
>
> I'm looking at spending no more than $300 or so.
>
>Thanks in advance,
>
>Tim
>
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