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Originally Posted by CRCRFT78
I'm interested in buying a MIG/TIG welder. Haven't decided which one just yet. I do have access to a MIG welder so I'm leaning towards the TIG. Problem is, I have no experience welding but plan on taking classes to learn. Need help from you experienced welders on what type of setup would benefit me the most. My plans are to use it for fabrication and automotive purposes. Also some light projects around the house and in the garage. Something portable and not too expensive. Remember I have NO experience welding. Just don't want to break the bank the first time out. Most likely will go with a TIG setup since I have access to a MIG but would like opinions on both. Such as brand (Lincoln/Miller), usage/purpose, benefits/disadvantages of both MIG/TIG, just a general honest opinion. I have "NO" welding experience so I'm pretty much counting on your opinions when it comes time for my purchase decision. Hope that doesn't put alot of pressure on you guys, THANKS.
Joe
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Joe, how much welding experience do you have?
Some guys will tell you that MIG is easy to learn. Beware of those people. It's just as difficult to learn as anything else to do
correctly.
Concerning brands, here's the rule to live by: If the brand name sells anything other than welding machines, plasma cutters, and their associated consumables and accessories, do NOT buy it. I'm talking about brands like Craftsman, Chicago Electric, etc. Any decent brand names will be fine in a hobbiest environment.