Don't forget you can weld thicker material with flux core wire compared the reg wire and a gas shield.

I have a cheapo mig and it's fine for now. However, I agree with others that a good 220v welder with reg wire and a gas shield would be the preferred option. Flux core is tricky and often messy.

Good luck with it. Being able to weld is enormously useful <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />


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