Thanks for all the input.. should have known not to ask for 'opinions' around here
Matt, nice bead.. which Lincoln do you have? Ed, I've looked at the 125A machines.. problem with them is that they are setup only for flux-core.. by the time you add the solenoid and guages, you are just about to the same price as one of the 135/140 machines (but with less power and shorter torch lengths).. particularly now that lincoln has come out with their new machines and the older SP135T's can be had brand new for around $400. I might be tempted to go for a smaller 220v machine, as I could run it on my portable 5000w generator and it would give me broader range.. after looking at the setup charts for the 110v machines, it seems that to get to the magic 1/4" weld you have to use flux-core.. regular gas MIG drops that down considerably. Matt, how do you like that HH187?
Cheers,
Brad
