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I am here to dispell the myth that the 120V machines won't work. I have one and it was cheap less than $300. I welded the wheel lift onto the back of my wrecker with it about 10 years ago and it's still on there solid as ever. I also welded up a bracket to go on the wheel lift for a hitch so I could haul my 12,000lb trailer. I have hauled 2 cars at a time on it as well as my track loader (late 50s TD6 so it's HEAVY!)I would recomend the 120V machine to anyone who is using it for personal use.I do much prefer my 220V welder (also under $300) for the longer duty cycle as well as being able to weld anything, not that have ever welded anything my 120V couldn't handle. The 120V is nice too since I can take it almost anywhere and use it, no need for the 220V outlet and can easily run it off a small generator. Both are true migs that use gas not a flux welder although I could use flux wire if I wanted with no gas. Parts and supplies are easily available for both my machines too.