What old Buzz Boxes?

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Hi all. In my grand scheme I want to get a buzz box for the home garage. Nothing fancy and found in the used aisles of the world. What are the good used ones at the lower end but still 220v? Only ones I know about are the Lincoln Tombstones. What else is out there that compares with them? Any diamonds in the rough so to speak? Thanks everyone! I love this Forum!
Reply:Pretty standard stuff really, miller thunderbolt, old Forney is nice, Montgomery ward power craft, century, craftsman...In regular buzz boxes, there are tons that buzz and weld When you see one you want - post a pic (or the ad) and get some feedback - good luck 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:Ask and you shall receive! http://myrtlebeach.craigslist.org/tls/4372503350.html
Reply:Pretty cool but you can do better Probably find one for $75 with good leads.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:Thanks.
Reply:I like the AC/DC Miller thunderbolts myself. They cost a bit more, but the ability to run both is very handy sometimes.
Reply:Originally Posted by RiesI like the AC/DC Miller thunderbolts myself. They cost a bit more, but the ability to run both is very handy sometimes.
Reply:I've see the AC/DC Miller Thunderbolts go for as little as $150. in nice shape.  There are a lot of different Marquette models out there and quite a few Forneys.  Ocasionally you'll find a small AIRCO that is a rebadged Miller.  Century made some welders for Sears, Montgomery Ward, Dayton, Air Products and even ESAB.  I'm still looking for one of the cool old Mid-States boxes, the ones with the little vent grilles on the top corners."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:Some options for youDave 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 agree with the above. MILLER THUNDERBOLTS AC / DC are great. I like the PIN connectors instead of the fixed cable, although you could add connectors. Depending on location priced anywhere from $ 200 to $ 300.00.
Reply:What do you all think of this? Looks great to me. http://raleigh.craigslist.org/tls/4364503617.html
Reply:For an AC only machine I'd expect half that price.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:http://greensboro.craigslist.org/tls/4392128788.html Is this near you ?  This would be a great price by me. Test drive it and bring it home ! Miller 180 SD sycrowave - $800 (Gibsonville)I am selling my stick and tig welder because I have no use for it. Hasn't been used in about a year been garages kept. Come with gas gauges,foot pedel, ground wire with clamp, stick welder end and the tig welder end which needs tips. Must be able to pick up not neeting anyone any where. May consider trades for a four wheeler or other guy stuff. Txt me at 3three6three8zero9two9sixdo NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers
Reply:I've been eyeballing that lincoln in Lake City SC for a while now. Can't believe it's still on there.Miller trailblazer301gLincoln sa200Miller251Miller spectrum 625Victor oxy-acc2002 Chevy duramax 3500 dually 4x4
Reply:Originally Posted by BlackbeardI've been eyeballing that lincoln in Lake City SC for a while now. Can't believe it's still on there.
Reply:This one looks as good as new.http://grandrapids.craigslist.org/tls/4366160337.htmlHobart Handler 175Lincoln 225Rockwell 15-017 Drill Press
Reply:$300. for an AC Thunderbolt is way too much. I gave $300. for my Dialarc 250, $350 for the Idealarc 250 with cart and 100 foot 1/0 leads and $50 for the AC180C."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