On , Matthias Knappik wrote to Cloyce Osborn :
MK> MH>> How hard is it to learn this wire welding? What are the
MK> MH>> differences in the MIG, TIG, etc, and which ones can be
MK> MH>> used with and without adding a gas? What are the
MK> MH>> differences in the Argon or the carbon dioxide and
Thanks for the reply. I am the originator of this thread, hence the initials
MH...
MK> co2     20-30 dm
MK> co2 dry 50 dm
MK> corgon  100 dm
MK> argon   min 200 dm
Relating the above to USA prices, I come up with CO2 $6, and Argon $40. So I
can see which one I will be using to practice with. I still have not 
urchased
a welder, but am looking around for a used one first.
MK> i don't know the prices over there but a good welder in germany costs  
MK> about 1600 DM.
The prices here in the states seem to be about $700 for a good unit, not sure
on the duty cycle, but thanks for mentioning I should check that. I sure 
on't
want to wind up with one permitting only 30% duty. After you finish the weld,
and grind the spot, do you fill the joint with lead, or do you use plastic
body filler?
I can find many old pickups around here, but was afraid of the extensive body
work they needed. I spotted a 1952 black chevy only blocks from my house
recently. I think I can buy it for about $200-$300, but it needs floorboards,
fender repairs, and many other things. Now if I just had my garage in place
instead of having to work outside...
- Pedit Ver 2.6
Best Regards,
Mike Hill
...What we laugh at reveals our character.
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