 Found a MIG welder is it the right one ?, Adding a Mig for panel work on my build. |
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| 914GTSTI |
 Jan 24 2015, 10:37 AM
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Member  Group: Members Posts: 270 Joined: 16-September 07 From: Glendale AZ Member No.: 8,123 Region Association: None  |
Found a Miller 221 MIG. Is this a good choice for replacing the floor panels on my 914 build ? Been used for 25 min's.Guy got sick and needs to sell it. $950
I have stick and TIG. But think I need to add a MIG for this work. Randy |
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| Amphicar770 |
Jan 24 2015, 11:12 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,216 Joined: 20-April 10 From: PA, USA Member No.: 11,639 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region 
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QUOTE(914GTSTI @ Jan 24 2015, 11:37 AM)  Found a Miller 221 MIG. Is this a good choice for replacing the floor panels on my 914 build ? Been used for 25 min's.Guy got sick and needs to sell it. $950 I have stick and TIG. But think I need to add a MIG for this work. Randy Assume you mean a 211 as a MIG? Great unit but you can pick them up new for just over a grand. |
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| Mueller |
Jan 24 2015, 11:18 AM
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914 Freak! Group: Members Posts: 17,155 Joined: 4-January 03 From: Antioch, CA Member No.: 87 Region Association: None
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The lower range of the welder might not be low enough for car sheet metal.
Can you give it a test run at his house and make sure you don't blow too many holes in some thin sample parts? |
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| toolguy |
Jan 24 2015, 11:18 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,275 Joined: 2-April 11 From: San Diego / El Cajon Member No.: 12,889 Region Association: Southern California
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Brand new they are only 1200.. complete setup with cart and free shipping.
. http://store.cyberweld.com/mi211aumigwe.html Millermatic 211 MIG Welder Auto-Set with MVP and Small Cart 951375 Code: 951375 Availability: Usually ships the next business day Mfg Industrial Price: $1,485.00 Cyberweld Price: $1,192.50 Millermatic 211 MIG Welder Auto-Set with MVP and Small Cart 951375 |
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| Mark Henry |
Jan 24 2015, 11:34 AM
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that's what I do! Group: Members Posts: 20,065 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Port Hope, Ontario Member No.: 26 Region Association: Canada |
They are MSRP $1159
Yes it will work well, but unless you need one that size a 120v 141 or a Lincoln 140 is all you really need for sheet metal. Bit cheaper at around $650 to 780 with full 3 year warranty. |
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| 914GTSTI |
Jan 24 2015, 11:59 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 270 Joined: 16-September 07 From: Glendale AZ Member No.: 8,123 Region Association: None |
Miller said its good for 22ga. to 3/8". I was thinking bigger is better as long as it can do the thin stuff.
When I was trained MIG was only in factory settings. So I will need to train myself. I found new for $1079 with free shipping. Welders Supply Co. But was thinking its here and almost new ? |
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| 3d914 |
Jan 24 2015, 12:46 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,275 Joined: 24-September 03 From: Benson, AZ Member No.: 1,191 Region Association: Southwest Region |
Sounds like GOOD FIT. Still be smart to try before you buy.
Enjoy. |
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| mepstein |
Jan 24 2015, 02:01 PM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,874 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region
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I would offer 1/2 price for a used item. No warranty.
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| rnellums |
Jan 24 2015, 02:11 PM
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Professional Enthusiast Group: Members Posts: 1,670 Joined: 26-November 09 From: Littleton, CO Member No.: 11,072 Region Association: Rocky Mountains |
Eastwood has a small mig that can be bought for 300 shipped. It's been sufficient for all my needs so far.
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| MMW |
Jan 24 2015, 04:26 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 152 Joined: 6-October 13 From: Northern NJ Member No.: 16,477 Region Association: North East States |
Does it come with extras? Helmet, gloves, bottle of gas, wire? These all add up, a used bottle runs $125 when you can find it & new ones are $250+ for an 80 cu. ft. Factor that into the price. The 3 yr. warranty is transferable. Goes from purchase date so get the receipt from the guy.
From what I have heard the 211 is a great machine. |
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| bulitt |
Jan 24 2015, 04:30 PM
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Achtzylinder Group: Members Posts: 4,189 Joined: 2-October 11 Member No.: 13,632 Region Association: South East States |
I have a 211. It's awesome. It will crank right down for thin metal. Runs on either 110 or 220. Think I paid 999$ with a promotion last year with free helmet.
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| 914GTSTI |
Jan 24 2015, 09:10 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 270 Joined: 16-September 07 From: Glendale AZ Member No.: 8,123 Region Association: None |
The owner was a little stiff today.
So,I will go with a new one. Thanks for all the helpful input ! |
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| mgp4591 |
Jan 24 2015, 10:34 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,623 Joined: 1-August 12 From: Salt Lake City Ut Member No.: 14,748 Region Association: Intermountain Region
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QUOTE(rnellums @ Jan 24 2015, 01:11 PM) Eastwood has a small mig that can be bought for 300 shipped. It's been sufficient for all my needs so far. Just bought the Eastwood 135 with a gas regulator and hose shipped for 230.00. 3 year warranty and sale price is 199, welds up to 1/4 inch which should be enough for most any job needed on the car. Can't wait to fire it up, should be here within the week! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif) |
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