WELDING? Does any one have any info Options

[Digndoug]

Im looking into getting into welding. I would like to learn how to do it, for projects and some things. I dont know anything about it. I would like to know what would be a good welder to get and what price range. I was looking at some at sears for around $250-$350.. Any sugestions or tips?

Thanks

Doug

[playr158]

300$ won't cut it more like 600-700 for a reasonable welder

i like the millermatic 135 and 175
both have gas capability (MAJOR plus) voltage and wire feed speed control....

its alot of fun to do and just takes practice

oh and doug check out
http://tool.capitalrentals.com/
they will rent you out a MIG welder...see if you like it..defenitly cheaper then buying

This post has been edited by playr158: May 3, 2006 - 5:24 PM

[Yellow94GT]

300$ won't cut it more like 600-700 for a reasonable welder

i like the millermatic 135 and 175
both have gas capability (MAJOR plus) voltage and wire feed speed control....

its alot of fun to do and just takes practice

oh and doug check out
http://tool.capitalrentals.com/
they will rent you out a MIG welder...see if you like it..defenitly cheaper then buying

I agree with player. Renting can familarize you with welding without the investment. Get a good welding book and read it. Understand how to be safe, and use proper technique.
If you can already do work with tools and you have enough interest and talent to do most repairs on your car then welding may be really a good way to make excellent modifications and repairs.
Mig welders allow for a wide range of applications without a requiring a very high degree of skill for novices.
Many only require 110 volts and are very portable.
If you like to fabricate and you have attention to detail there are many opportunities to make safe, reliable mods instead of paying someone else to do it for you.
Yellow94GT