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12.14.2008, 11:46 PM

Wow, pretty!

Is that made of aluminum or steel tubing? Just curious because I noticed the welds and if aluminum, was wondering how you welded it. I'm looking for a low-cost welding solution for one-off jobs but don't want to spend a ton of cash on a TIG or MIG (can't remember which does al welds).
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12.15.2008, 04:45 AM

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I'm looking for a low-cost welding solution for one-off jobs but don't want to spend a ton of cash on a TIG or MIG (can't remember which does al welds).
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12.15.2008, 10:35 AM

You can do AL with a wire feed mig, but I am not sure if the smaller 120v models will do it. I have a larger Miller Mig (actually have 2 of them) and they have been very good machines. We mainly weld sheet metal (car body panels) but I recently was welding 3"-4" galvanized pipe for my low front fence and swing gates, and that stuff is thick. A good welder is a great investment, that is for sure!
   
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