Got some questions on machine capabilities...

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Ok guys...I am on the verge of buying a TIG machine.  Just got my first MIG in January and am hooked on this stuff...just wish I had more time to spend doing it.  I got a M210 in Jan, and love it.  Now want to get a TIG as mentioned.  The unit I am looking at is a Miller Syncro 200 Runner....they want 2000 even for it and 151 for a filled tank...and I am sure I can get a little more off than that...know the guy.  My question is before I drop 2k on this unit I want to make sure it will do aluminum intake manifolds as I could see having a need for that use.  Will the unit do that sorta work?  Seems to step up from the 200 which seems to have good reviews by most, the $ goes up drastically which I am not feeling good about spending.....What are you thoughts...want to make sure I get what I want.  The sales people I have spoken to said it will do the intakes NO PROBLEM...but want to here it from someone that doesn't have their hand out for $$.  Thanks and appreciate as always your input.  RegardsBest Times with 434 Naturally Aspirated Vette60 - 1.261/8 -  6.37@ 107.25 MPH 1/4 - 10.08 & 134.9MPH1/4 - 9.60@144MPH
Reply:I have never welded an intake, but 150 amps will do 1/8 plate nicely.  I think you would be fine.  You might have to  preheat the intake.DavidReal world weldin.  When I grow up I want to be a tig weldor.
Reply:You should be looking at 18 to 1950 for that machine, even with the rollers. If you get it without the casters, its about 150 less. I would make my own roller system and save my money. I just bought a new syncrowave 180 today. Yes, they don't make them anymore but I got a hell of a deal and it will do it all. Also, you should have no trouble doing intake work. Watch your duty cycle and you may need to preheat. You won't regret buying a syncrowave 200.Good luckBill