Build Thread Want To Blow 5 Years And $50k On A Foxbody? Step By Step Instructions Inside!
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You're going to love it . My buddy just bought the same welder . It's insaneSo I did a thing last week, and this is on it's way to me. Should have it Monday.
I technically bought it for my wife's new business so I can TIG weld some artistic pieces for her to rent/sell, but let's be honest, I just really wanted a TIG welder. It's a win-win for us though. She gets a nice business deduction, and I get a new toy.
Time to get some scrap aluminum and steel and have some fun. It's a good thing winter is around the corner, because I'll be back to spending most of my free time in the garage.
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I have a buddy with one too and he loves it. I think it's a perfect welder for a hobbyist. Affordable and capable to weld just about anything.
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stangboy
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I didn't ask because no matter how much it costs I can't afford to get one right now anyway. But since you asked.....yeah, how much does it cost????
Aren't you the guy always giving people sh*t for not using Google?
Here, let me help you with that:
http://www.weldingsuppliesfromioc.c...m_campaign=product-ads&dfw_tracker=16631-3637
Why is this unit better than my $180 Amazon piece?
- it'll do aluminum
- it's infinitely more adjustable
- if it breaks, there's parts readily available
- it'll do thicker material
So yes, spending 10x is definitely worth it if you have the ability to do so.
(shut up about the $500 TIG on Amazon)
edit* treed by Chris.
I will not attempt to pollute up Scott's brand new toy by offering up a Chinee alternative,.....
But now that you mention it..
670.00
But now that you mention it..
670.00
You mean there's a comparable welder out there for half the price??? Better start the return process on mine now.I will not attempt to pollute up Scott's brand new toy by offering up a Chinee alternative,.....
But now that you mention it..
670.00
You know me, Mike. I don't buy Chinese turbos, so it's no surprise that I'm not buying a Chinese welder. Besides, the new Lincoln will match my MIG welder.
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I can appreciate that you try to stay American when you make your purchase decisions. But try as you may to stay true blue, the fact of the matter is that there is already a significant amount of rice in your daily diet.You mean there's a comparable welder out there for half the price??? Better start the return process on mine now.
You know me, Mike. I don't buy Chinese turbos, so it's no surprise that I'm not buying a Chinese welder. Besides, the new Lincoln will match my MIG welder.
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more than likely, the phone your reading this on,... the computer, or tablet you use , The Nikes on your feet, and the TV you watch are all products of some part of the PRC, or some other SE Asian neighbor.
Threw down some welds on 1/8" aluminum last night. TIG welding is definitely challenging. I obviously have a long way to go, but this stuff is really fun. I need to build a table in the worst way. It's not easy welding on nothing but a vice. I dipped the tungsten 3 times. And for the record, the 150hz hum when welding aluminum is rather annoying.
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Looking good already . I was gonna tell you that thing is loud man .Threw down some welds on 1/8" aluminum last night. TIG welding is definitely challenging. I obviously have a long way to go, but this stuff is really fun. I need to build a table in the worst way. It's not easy welding on nothing but a vice. I dipped the tungsten 3 times. And for the record, the 150hz hum when welding aluminum is rather annoying.
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It really is. I started welding on steel and it was so nice and pleasant. Then I switched to aluminum and jumped off the seat when I struck the arc. The arc walked across the sheet because I never lifted the foot pedal. Lol
magnet18
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Dang, this is one of the nicest build threads I've ever seen. 
FWIW, you need a table of contents, I've been flipping through for half an hour and I still haven't gotten to the engine bay pics! (or gotten my jaw off the floor)
Very well done, amazing attention to detail
FWIW, you need a table of contents, I've been flipping through for half an hour and I still haven't gotten to the engine bay pics! (or gotten my jaw off the floor)
Very well done, amazing attention to detail
How about when you decide to sit on an old metal milk crate , drop the handle and accidentally hit the foot pedal . I never saw my buddy jump so fast . He said he fried his nuts right though his pants . Lmfao .
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Wait until a good hot day- and you dip that filler rod into the tungsten - it's an experience you won't wanna repeat lol
Not sure they make a 'Murca versionhttp://www.harborfreight.com/adjustable-steel-welding-table-61369.html
