Hello guys new to the forum and I have a question. I've bought my 2nd 68 convertable and I will need to replace the floors (big surprise), torque boxes, and parts of the rear frame under the trunk. I have never done any welding but would like to try this on my own this time (I'm tired of paying others to do this stuff). What would be the least expensive type/size of welder I could buy and do this work? Could I use one off of household current? Thanks in advance.......

Todd

99 GT 35th Anny Edition
68 Vert

 

You want to look for a mig welder with gas. As with anything, the more you pay, the better the product. They come in 110 and 220 volts, and at differing amperage ratings. Get a 220 volt with as many amps as you can afford. If you don't have 220 in your garage, either wire it for that, or try to use the clothes dryer outlet with an adapter if the dryer is close to the garage.

 

So then something like this is not enough?

ebay

Weeeeeelll maybe I should rethink this DIY approach?

 

You might be better off paying some one else to do your welding. Welding on cars is never easy, but especialy on the thin sheet metal the floor pan is made of. Its real easy to burn a hole in thin metal, especialy if you're new to welding. I'll weld on tractors, and fences, and to make brackets and stuff, but I wouldn't do any body work or any of the delicate areas. Its too easy to mess up.

 

My Dad welds and I was going to use him as my teacher. He's just not available enough for me to "use" him for all of it.

 

You might be ok then.. just be sure to do a lot of practicing before you go to work on the Stang.

 

I will........there will be a LOT of practice before I screw up those floors.....

Do you think the above welder will be enough?

 

I just got this welder, It works great. Its a 110, beacuse i dont have 220 service. It is a pretty nice welder and can weld through some pretty thick stuff. I am also new to welding, and will be welding on my own car..

http://cgi.ebay.com/MILLERMATIC-135-...QQcmdZViewItem

 

I got mine about a year ago model kinda in between the two listed in this post. Mine runs on 110v and has a gas option which really helps on splatter. Didn't really know that much about welding but have spent the time since then learning and having a blast with it. You learn quick or you cut out pieces and start over. It is easy to overheat pieces and blow holes in them but I've gottoen a whole lot better since I first started. Been working on my floorboards and cowl. See sig to check out some pics.

 

What type of welder is it Cus? Nice work by the way......