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It was hard for me to post this as I did not want to show anyone up! Kidding -- just needed to get these up off the floor while I get my new one built. I am also upgrading my little Lincoln 110V -- looking at the Everlast Power I-MIG 200 which should be more then what this hobbyist should need.Cheers, Patrick
Reply:That will work. As far as what you are looking for, choose wisely. Hobby or not I would stick with real machines. It will cost more but you will only do it once. As far as a upgrade, I would go with Miller , Lincoln, or Hobart. Check on pricing, The Hobart 210 might be close to the neverlast your thinkin about. Doesn't cost too much more to go first class. Northern has the Hobart 210 for $849.99. http://www.northerntool.com/shop/too...9230_200479230The Miller 211 is around $1070 and is in the current rebate program.http://www.millerwelds.com/landing/build-with-blue/Lincoln has a current rebate too. http://www.lincolnelectric.com/en-us...ncolnElectric)
Reply:Another possible consideration for upgrade is finding a machine like this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Miller-CP-20...item1c3ade4909 In your area for cheap, and converting it to single phase via the Haas-Kamp method. 3-phase machines converted this way work G R E A T. GREAT.Miller Dynasty 200 DXMiller CP-300 with 30A feederHypertherm Powermax 900Oxy-fuel w/Harris torchesScotchman Glide-in bandsawMonarch 10EE latheEmi-Mec Autoturn latheDeckel FP2NC milling machinePro-Tools 105 Bender
Reply:Cool man, I see you went with small wheels tho! I hate being bi-polar it's awsomeMy Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys
Reply:look into hobart. cant beat the quality for the price
Reply:Hobart, Lincoln, or Miller is the way!! I thought about a C-H or clarke but I decided to go with a Hobart. Wishes I had a Miller!! Dont go cheap!Millermatic 211Dewalt 14" ChopsawDewalt 4 1/2" GrinderCraftsman
Reply:Originally Posted by BD1That will work. As far as what you are looking for, choose wisely. Hobby or not I would stick with real machines. It will cost more but you will only do it once. As far as a upgrade, I would go with Miller , Lincoln, or Hobart. Check on pricing, The Hobart 210 might be close to the neverlast your thinkin about. Doesn't cost too much more to go first class. Northern has the Hobart 210 for $849.99. http://www.northerntool.com/shop/too...9230_200479230The Miller 211 is around $1070 and is in the current rebate program.http://www.millerwelds.com/landing/build-with-blue/Lincoln has a current rebate too. http://www.lincolnelectric.com/en-us...ncolnElectric)
Reply:Originally Posted by weldermikeCool man, I see you went with small wheels tho!
Reply:http://www.tractorsupply.com/en/store/search/weldersthe hobart 190 is the same price and better quality. or you can get it with a spoolgun for 800
Reply:Originally Posted by jamesyarbroughhttp://www.tractorsupply.com/en/store/search/weldersthe hobart 190 is the same price and better quality. or you can get it with a spoolgun for 800
Reply:You may want to take a closer look at the two Lincolns. I think one has a plastic drive housing and one has a aluminum drive housing. Maybe a Lincoln member will add input. Might be worth starting a post on it.
Reply:Originally Posted by BD1You may want to take a closer look at the two Lincolns. I think one has a plastic drive housing and one has a aluminum drive housing. Maybe a Lincoln member will add input. Might be worth starting a post on it.
Reply:you are correct. the machine made for Home Depot is badged HD and the drives is plastic vs the aluminum version from a welding supply store. I have investigated and the parts can not be changed out to upgrade the Home Depot model. But I have 5 or 6 years use out of mine.
Reply:Spool please take BD1s advice on the better machines. I don't want to have to start yelling at a company who won't stand behind their product. I already have high blood pressure so it would help me if you bought brand name. Don't want my head to splode.Arcon Workhorse 300MSPowcon 400SMTPowcon SM400 x 2Powcon SM3001968 SA200 Redface1978 SA250 DieselMiller Super 32P FeederPre 1927 American 14" High Duty LatheK&T Milwaukee 2H Horizontal MillBryan
Reply:Originally Posted by weldermikeCool man, I see you went with small wheels tho!
Reply:I will definately no be doing 22's, but spinners sound cool Cheers, Patrick |
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