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| scottb |
 Sep 8 2004, 10:08 AM
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who wants a PEZ?!  Group: Members Posts: 1,993 Joined: 27-December 02 From: south-(not north)-wick, MA Member No.: 32 Region Association: North East States  |
i have exactly zero welding experience but would like to learn. i have yet to buy a welder as i am not certain what type would be the most useful for car/home use. i am certain all have advantages but the best 'all round' one would be what i would like.
so what do those in the know say? thanks in advance.... |
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| 1bad914 |
Sep 9 2004, 08:27 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 618 Joined: 6-May 04 From: Battle Creek, MI Member No.: 2,028 |
Buy the best that you can afford. You will probably out grow a 100 amp welder. You can always upgrade, but if you have the 220v service and can afford it, buy at least a 175 amp welder. I originally bought one of the lincoln weldpak mig kit's, great for the beginner, but as my welding skill and nerve increased, I starting doing jobs that the 100 amp lincoln could not keep up with. I just bought a Lincoln Pro 175 plus, I doubt that I will out work this one, I have done a ton with it already and have not had a problem. Whatever you decide to buy, practice! Buy sheet metal, clean it up and start practicing, I took an old Beetle fender and cut holes in it just to paractice stitch welding on automotive sheetmetal. Cleanliness is the key!!
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