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02-09-2008, 10:20 PM

racin66coupe

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good welder?

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...keyword=welder

is this a good welder for weldin up roll cage/exhaust/body work/frame etc..
its 120v right?

02-09-2008, 10:26 PM

choefle

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RE: good welder?

It's a great welder for the money.

02-10-2008, 06:35 AM

jamieNerikas66stang

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RE: good welder?

i have this exact welder, i love it, no problems, and got a auto helmet with it,...works out awesome

02-10-2008, 06:40 AM

stangimgood

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RE: good welder?

i have any older version of this welder...i think its great for the hobbyist, but i got it from a pro. welder...i prefer the gas to the flux core(i hate cleaning spatter)... will serve you well for years...imho

02-10-2008, 08:21 AM

zmetalmilitia

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RE: good welder?

Definately use the shielding gas. Makes for a much cleaner job and better welds, I think. After welding both ways, gas and no gas, you'll see what I'm talking about.

02-10-2008, 11:10 AM

r7jbodyshop

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RE: good welder?

Gas is much better, cleaner better looking welds. MIG (Metal Inert Gas). Flux core is just a material surrounding the wire for protection during the welding process.