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    https://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/t...473088143.html

    https://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/t...463442622.html

    Keep an eye out for a used unit. I bought my Lincoln 180 with tank/spoolgun/helmet/consumables for $500 on CL.

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    I've got a Miller-Matic 180. Works awesome.

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    Quote Originally Posted by ultradriver10000 View Post
    I think i've narrowed it down some, the Lincoln 180HD and the Eastwood 175... both units are around 500-600.

    I've been around welding, but haven't really ever done it myself. I don't plan on EVER needing to take the welder outside my garage. Any projects i'll ever work on will be in my pole barn.

    I haven't looked into starting yet, I figure step one get a decent rig, step two weld sh!t. I'll do my best to not get burned or start anything on fire. lol
    Get the Lincoln, service parts will always be available, and it's a proven brand.

    I had an old old Lincoln Tig welder, like from the late 50's. I was still able to get parts for it. I sold it a while back here on Motown, and I'm pretty sure it's still in service.
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    I have a 110v Lincoln in the garage and have used many 220v units, you already have the 220 and don't plan to travel with it so you mind as well get the right equipment. A welder is not something that i'd buy an off brand of, if you need parts and your in the middle of a job its nice to grab it local than wait for it to come from china.

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    I have a Lincoln which I love but I can't comment on other brands I haven't used. One thing I like about mine is that the dials that don't have adjustment clicks - they are "Infinitely" adjustable. Some of the cheaper migs have limited settings for wire speed and current (my friend had a Hobart and I think it had 5 clicks for wire speed and 5 for current). On the Lincoln I have, the dials have pretty much infinite settings with a rheostat type dial. That is the only recommendation I would make. You can't go wrong with Miller and Lincoln, though, that is for sure.

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    thanks guys, you've helped me settle on a lincoln probably a 180hd.

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    Last year I was in the same boat as you. In my opinion the Hobart 210MVP is the best deal going for an all around machine. It’s 120/220 so you can use it anywhere. It’s got plenty of power when needed. With a spool gun welding stainless or aluminum is a breeze. It’s one of the best garage purchases I’ve ever made.

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    SilverMig17.jpg

    Mig 17 ... last I heard you could pick up one for 18k US... but then you have to get it back from mother Russia....
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    Quote Originally Posted by ASRoff View Post
    SilverMig17.jpg

    Mig 17 ... last I heard you could pick up one for 18k US... but then you have to get it back from mother Russia....
    really 18K? I'd pick one up for that kinda money

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    Quote Originally Posted by ultradriver10000 View Post
    thanks guys, you've helped me settle on a lincoln probably a 180hd.
    yeah...I bought mine and it has worked awesome for me...was a great purchase

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