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Old Feb 11, 2007 | 08:32 AM
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ok as I come acros other welders I may add them here to see what yall think.

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Miller CST 250 - Stick/TIG Welder what would a decent deal be on a used one in good condition?
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Old Feb 11, 2007 | 10:09 AM
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http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=91811

im sure this isnt a great welder but do you think its decent for a beginner to learn on?
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Old Feb 11, 2007 | 02:16 PM
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stick is a bitch to learn with as a starter. i just picked up a lincoln electric 135. i like it
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Old Feb 11, 2007 | 02:50 PM
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Man you can't go wrong with miller, I have a 180sd stick/tig in the garage and use water cooled syncro-250's at work. High quality machines for sure.
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Old Feb 12, 2007 | 11:22 AM
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I bought a millermatic 175 about 6 months ago...worth every penny!
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Old Feb 12, 2007 | 09:13 PM
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I would personally stay away from the harbour freight welder..But Miller makes excellent stuff. Stick welding is not that hard to learn (especially when set up as dc). I have yet to learn tig, but it seems to be the best for aluminum. What kind of welding are you planning on doing? This will determine which type of welder is best for you. I have a large gasoline powered welder (250 amp) which is great for "heavy" guage metals and a Lincoln 180C mig which is great for the thinner stuff but can be also used on heavier guage especially if you don't mind making multiple passes. Just my .02, but figure out what you plan on welding first, then find a welder that suits your needs.
Whatever process you choose, it takes practice, practice, practice. Hope this helps.
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Old Feb 12, 2007 | 11:05 PM
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ebilodeau84 is right what your welding has evey thing to do with
your choice. the world is headin twards wire feeds for the ease of use and prodution levels (exept aluminum) so what are you planing on welding
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i have a little Lincoln SP135 and it works great for small stuff. i also have a Airco 250 MIG and a Lincoln Precision TIG 225. Since i got the TIG that's usually all i use, but the the SP135 is a great hobby level unit and nicley priced for what it can do.
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