i use a lincoln 110v flux core that i weld everything up with. i have made long arms cross members front and rear bumpers, sliders and other stuff. the key it to turn the wire speed up a little and the heat as well and just go really slow. here are some of my welds.

 

i use a Lincoln 110V 140amp buzz box too, but i run gas, gas and flux sometimes if needed.

 

ya im able to run gas with it just i don't have money for a bottle right now i was barely able to afford just the welder myself. hope i can make some more money so i can try a different wire with the bottle on but other that i just got to hold on it for now

 

Mine is not able to add gas. But I will continue to keep playing with it til I get better. I am also going to pick up a stick welder to be able to thicker metal.

 

Alot of people forget joint prep also. Very important with a low amp welder on thicker material.

 

And what does that mean?

 

here is one of my welds

 

he means using a grinder to remove material at the joint so you have room to make more than one pass on thicker material. i use a torch to heat the material before welding for better penetration if needed.

 

looks good....a little inconsistant but even penetration.....flux core or gas?

 

^^exactly...Not too important on bumpers and stuff like that, but if you're welding on suspension brackets or anything structural I'd make it a point to do it. Also make sure everything is clean and theres no rust or grease to burn through.

 

I use a big tombstone Licoln stick from the 70's for big stuff and a little Lincoln 110 mig flux/gas for tacking and body work. Practice, Practice, Practice.

 

I use a miller 251 with gas

 

These two posts are the most important things to remember when using a low out-put flux core machine. Cleanliness and preparation make the welds.

OP.. I have exactly the same welder.. I have run about 15-20 rolls through on on all kinds of projects. For the price I paid for it, it has paid its keep more times than I could count. I still use it for exhaust work, its just about the perfect welder for that work. Easily portable, easy to set-up and use.

The very first project I ever made with it....


Made from an old bed frame, some parts from a burnt up air compressor and a couple of liscense plates.

 

That is a cool little cart. I plan to make one too but out of an old pressure washer cart. Thank you for the info. I plan to do more with it then move up. I couldnt beat the price I paid though. 50 for it and a auto dark helmet and gloves.

 

Nice work on your first welding project...
The spotting looks fine... Just need some buffing machine for the finishing touches...