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I am looking for a good general purpose welder for auto repairs and restoration. I will begin working on my 61 Ford Falcon in 6 months to a year. I will probably need to do some frame repair, would like to box the frame and will need to do bodywork and repairs; install patch panels, etc. I would like to purchase a used unit to keep costs down - anything I should look for?
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Matt Wittmaier
Don't skimp and buy a worn out welder. There are several good, lower priced welders out there. I have a 110V Clarke, it does great, and cost me under 400 dollars. Go to the extra expense, and get a small gas bottle, also. Flux core wire sucks for doing body work and sheet metal repairs. It's also ugly as hell. Bill
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William Forster
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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.
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