I've been considering buying a mig welder for a little while now. I've not got a background in engineering or anything along those lines, but the consensus seems to be "with little training, beginners & amatuers can create high quality welding in little time" or words to that effect. Only problem is I don't know anyone who welds or has a mig welder
does anyone have any advice for buying an entry level mig welder? would it be worth considering a short course somewhere? or would someone be kind enough to maybe lend me an hour of their time & expertise if they live nearby? I'm a graphic designer & signwriter so if you ever need any graphics for your bike/helmet/etc I could pay you back in trade
I'm rambling now...
I do know that I need something powerful enough to work on 3-5mm mild steel - the kind used for amatuer projects, trailers & kit cars etc...
to start with I'm planning on practising ALOT, making small work tables/trolleys and bits. Then eventually when I think my skills are up to it, I'm gonna have a bash at building a basic off road buggy using a 100-150cc engine (based on
this book - which I've had for a while but not really bothered with).
Then I've got dreams of working my way up and one day building a
locost 7 or something like that.
All advice/comments etc welcome
thanks in advance