Looking for beginner Solid Core Mig Welder

[Kozworth]

I took some welding classes at school, and really enjoyed them. My car needs some arch work, and my buddy only has flux core. From what I read, the solid core with argon gas really welds thinner automotive applications much better.

I was wondering if there was anyone in the same boat that had any recommendations for a welder. Harbor freight seems to only have flux core welders.

It needs to fit a 120v and hopefully under <300$ if possible.

[ravenlord89]

I have a little Thermal Arc (Canadian company) 110v welder that is amazing for body work. I have also used it for so many other things then body work. Life is so much better when you can build your own tooling. It has also come in handy for getting a stripped bolt out. Just weld another nut on top of the stripped head.

[FredK]

Try to find a Hobart Handler 135 or 140, or Miller Millermatic 135 or 140 off Craigslist. You should be able to find one with a bottle for around that.

[IronFreak]

Miller Millermatic 135 or 140

Dont waste your money on anything else in a welder size that small. You can go to any welding store and get parts. Great company that's been around for a long time. I have been a steel fabricator for a LONG time, I have used a lot of different machines and I rest on Miller for everything besides tig welding. I have a Miller in my garage!!

[Kozworth]

Thats a good point.. ive modified many a tools on a grinding wheel haha.

http://www.eastwood.com/mig-welder-110vac-135a-output.html

I just found this.. and from what i have heard I thought eastwood was decent. Tell me what you guys think, because I need something asap not really like waiting on one to pop up on craigslist. I will check for the miller though.

[brianao34]

I would definitely lean towards a better product used rather than a lesser brand new product. I don't have tons of experience with welders, but I haven't really heard of them going bad...