alright so ill be pretty new to welding but im very interesting in a welder i wanna learn how to make things for the jeep any of you guys have a good idea of a beginner welder? keep costs in mind lol not too high. like i want one i can atleast make a roof rack with

 

Buy a good brand name and it will last a long time lincoln miller hobart are all great welders

 

How much do u want to spend? I bought a millermatic 211 over the winter. Very nice machine.

 

can 400 or 500 dollars buy a welder?

 

If I was going to buy a welder, i'd very likey end up with this.

http://www.tractorsupply.com/mig-wel...welder-3812040

 

That would be my choice as well.

 

That's the one i bought about 2 yrs ago,best investment I've ever made. Welds amazing! Also invest in a good Helmet, I personally haven't used one from like harbor freight, but when it comes to my eyes ill spend a little more knowing I have a good one.

 

Plan on buying the same one, how do you like it?

 

Love it. You won't be disappointed.

 

hmm thanks guys lol guess i know what to go after :P

 

in my opinion the hobart 140 amp is the best bargain out there for a beginner and will weld anything you will ever need to build for your jeep just fine. get the shielding gas.

Ive had mine since 2006. love, it. ive built many bumpers, suspension, axles, frames, sheet metal, etc with it. never had any issues with the welder, or any welds fail.

 

My lincoln 125 was 450 and has never failed me once

 

lol uhm how are the century 80GL?

 

It only has two heat settings and runs only flux core wire. At a max of 80 amps you will be limited on how thick of metal you can weld......sheet metal to 1/8". I found it at Home Depot for around $250. You will quickly out grow it.


If this is still your budget then I'd go pick up a Hobart 140 from TSC for $499. http://www.tractorsupply.com/mig-wel...welder-3812040 You can run the flux core wire while you save up some money for the tank of shielding gas.