buying a new welder

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what is eastwood like.ive been look at everlast and I see that eastwood is on sale.im not sure what to buy any thoughts on this id apppresiate a resonse im looking to get a ac dc tig welder
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Reply:Yeah well read the Eastwood warranty terms carefully. Note that as cheap as these seem, they are could have problems and you are responsible for shipping to and from regardless of whether the problem is covered by warranty. That is a deal breaker in my world. Then one good thing about Everlast is you can bitch high and low here and they will hear you. Just be courteous and professional and start in this section of the forums. Then when everyone sees your distress, they will offer recommendations before your thread is moved to their section and has editing power.Weld like a "WELDOR", not a wel-"DERR" MillerDynasty700DX,Dynasty350DX4ea,Dynasty200DX,Li  ncolnSW200-2ea.,MillerMatic350P,MillerMatic200w/spoolgun,MKCobraMig260,Lincoln SP-170T,PlasmaCam/Hypertherm1250,HFProTig2ea,MigMax1ea.
Reply:A nice use Miller Syncrowave 180 or 200 is the perfect learning tig for AC/DC and probably about what you'd spend on those import units..No government ever voluntarily reduces itself in size. Government programs, once launched, never disappear. Actually, a government bureau is the nearest thing to eternal life we'll ever see on this earth! Ronald Reagan
Reply:IF you want to buy a '' REAL '' welder, Lincoln , Hobart , and MILLER. Red, white, or blue.
Reply:Eastwood, Everlast and a number of other companies are sellers of welders. They might have some input into design, but more likely just specifications.  Not like companies that design, produce and sell welders directly, or through distributors as a primary source of revenue.  Miller, Lincoln, ESAB, Hobart and the like are true welder manufacturers."USMCPOP" First-born son: KIA  Iraq 1/26/05Syncrowave 250 w/ Coolmate 3Dialarc 250, Idealarc 250SP-175 +Firepower TIG 160S (gave the TA 161 STL to the son)Lincwelder AC180C (1952)Victor & Smith O/A torchesMiller spot welder
Reply:Red, White, and blue welders seem overpriced. When you factor the leg work you have to do to get a Chinese welder to work at all, then soon after, it fails, Ultimately they aren't as cheap as you might have thought. Miller, on the other hand will keep you a happy owner. Their warranty process is amazing! I've had them send me parts without argument, or even proof that the old one failed! Even a 35 year old machine gets attention from their service and support.I won't say Lincoln, Hobart, or even ESAB don't take good care of you, I just don't own them.The way I see it they are similar in cost, why not pay up front, and have the best machine in the world. A miller sells used for a little less than new.
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Reply:Originally Posted by ishuumDad always said  " a cheap tool is an expensive tool"
Reply:Originally Posted by ishuumDad always said  " a cheap tool is an expensive tool"
Reply:Originally Posted by Willie BRed, White, and blue welders seem overpriced. When you factor the leg work you have to do to get a Chinese welder to work at all, then soon after, it fails, Ultimately they aren't as cheap as you might have thought. Miller, on the other hand will keep you a happy owner. Their warranty process is amazing! I've had them send me parts without argument, or even proof that the old one failed! Even a 35 year old machine gets attention from their service and support.I won't say Lincoln, Hobart, or even ESAB don't take good care of you, I just don't own them.The way I see it they are similar in cost, why not pay up front, and have the best machine in the world. A miller sells used for a little less than new.
Reply:Originally Posted by MinnesotaDaveOf course they may just be hoping I've finally broken it so they can sell me a new one
Reply:Originally Posted by DSWAnd I'm betting you'll go right out and buy another 330AB/P to replace it should it ever die.
Reply:Originally Posted by MinnesotaDaveMan that's the truth, my 1963 Airco is a Miller and the guys at my local store will ask if I need anything for it. Of course they may just be hoping I've finally broken it so they can sell me a new one
Reply:That's why I'll just buy the next $200 machine I see to keep as a spare...in the basement...plugged in so I can weld down there in the winter when it's -30 outside Dave J.Beware of false knowledge; it is more dangerous than ignorance. ~George Bernard Shaw~ Syncro 350Invertec v250-sThermal Arc 161 and 300MM210DialarcTried being normal once, didn't take....I think it was a Tuesday.
Reply:I got tired of replacing them every time I wanted to Tig weld something. That's why I sold it and bought the Dynasty. But I'll tell you what, those old machines can sure run 7018 like a dream!  Attached ImagesDon’t pay any attention to meI’m just a hobbyist!CarlDynasty 300V350-Pro w/pulseSG Spool gun1937 IdealArc-300PowerArc 200ST3 SA-200sVantage 400
Reply:Originally Posted by BD1IF you want to buy a '' REAL '' welder, Lincoln , Hobart , and MILLER. Red, white, or blue.
Reply:Originally Posted by CEPI got tired of replacing them every time I wanted to Tig weld something. That's why I sold it and bought the Dynasty. But I'll tell you what, those old machines can sure run 7018 like a dream!
Reply:Originally Posted by MinnesotaDaveThat's why I'll just buy the next $200 machine I see to keep as a spare...in the basement...plugged in so I can weld down there in the winter when it's -30 outside
Reply:Originally Posted by soutthpawBet carrying that down into the basement is fun.    Agreed.  I parted one out for about 3x what I paid for it.    Sold the HF panel complete on eBay for $75
Reply:Originally Posted by soutthpawOr yellow....