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Finally broke down and bought an entry level TIG. Miller Diversion 180. Absolutely love how this weld. Not as bad as my buddy told me. Soon I'll be welding up my own headers out of mild steel for the LS. Then when I feel comfortable I'll do them in stainless. Oh, and a fuel tank, and..........
Can you tell I'm excited. My dad had some stainless plates from when he worked at the lab, so I did a little welding to get a feel for the machine. All I can say is Wow, I should've got one of these 5 years ago.

Dave.....age has nothing to do with the cold. I absolutely despise the cold!

David

David, when you get more time in with the new Miller, I'll betcha the old MIG turns into a genuine dust collector!!!! I've been looking at that 180, they are such a nice size compared to my behemoth antique Miller TIG.... Good to hear you like your new one, I've got a guy who would buy my old one but I've been a bit reluctant to spring for the new one!!! Think I will, now! Miller also has a very nice sized MIG, 220V and perfect for light work but will still do 3/8" with no problem.... Thinking getting both the 180 Diversion TIG and the small MIG (I forget the number on it) and putting them both on one cart with both bottles.... Thanks for the input on the Diversion 180, helps me make up my mind!!!

Dave, the biggest perk for me was that the welder adjusts the power source (slope, freq, etc) automatically based on the material your welding via your amp setting. I didn't want to feel like I was sitting behind the instrument panel of a stealth fighter. I am a newbie and for the welding I'll be doing this thing is perfect. I can see the need for complete adjustability of the professional level machines......just not for me. I'll still probably pull out my mig for heavier material like 3/16 even though this will do it with a possible need for pre-heat. The hardest thing I'm having trouble overcoming is the pre-flow and post-flow. It just doesn't feel right. Lols. I use to weld 36" duct pipes with an acetylene torch because that was all the buggers would give us. So the ambedextious side of this isn't a problem.

David

Originally Posted by Dave Severson

David, when you get more time in with the new Miller, I'll betcha the old MIG turns into a genuine dust collector!!!! I've been looking at that 180, they are such a nice size compared to my behemoth antique Miller TIG.... Good to hear you like your new one, I've got a guy who would buy my old one but I've been a bit reluctant to spring for the new one!!! Think I will, now! Miller also has a very nice sized MIG, 220V and perfect for light work but will still do 3/8" with no problem.... Thinking getting both the 180 Diversion TIG and the small MIG (I forget the number on it) and putting them both on one cart with both bottles.... Thanks for the input on the Diversion 180, helps me make up my mind!!!

That wouldn't be the 330A/BP type of behemoth would it? Don't tell me you'd cut that loose for a digital??? the Miller rep has a standing offer on mine as production shops will gobble them up whenever they come available, they are the Stradivarious of welders.

Originally Posted by ojh

That wouldn't be the 330A/BP type of behemoth would it? Don't tell me you'd cut that loose for a digital??? the Miller rep has a standing offer on mine as production shops will gobble them up whenever they come available, they are the Stradivarious of welders.

Nope, it's about that old but a couple sizes smaller.....

Yeah, for me simpler is better on welders. About all I use the TIG for is moly, stainless, and aluminum. Once you get things dialed in I guess I'm just not smart enough to know what all them other little knobs do anyway!!!! My Miller rep got me an invite last summer to a 'Demo Day' they had at the store. The factory reps were there and showed us the new Diversion series as well as the new MIG smaller welders. The one rep was really super sharp with a TIG, one of the best I've ever seen!!!! Then of course the discussion moved to us geezers and our lack of dexterity---his suggestion was to use a rotation deal---If you can't get your body to move into the right position, then just rotate the piece to where you want it. Came out of their with lots of good ideas!!!!!

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I picked this up from Eastwood 220VAC 175 A with aluminum spool gun off ebay , Shipped to my door for $499 with a full 3 year replacement warranty . Now for its welding after working my Lincoln Weldpak 100 for 11 years this thing is sweet .

That looks like a really nice sized unit Bobby!!!! If you think of it, could you get the dimensions, length, width, height??? I really want a small MIG and TIG to combine on a single cart that doesn't eat up much floor space. I'll keep my big Lincoln MIG for the thick stuff, but these smaller MIG's look like they would be extremely handy for sheet metal work, and with the spool gun, I could use it to tack aluminum in place, then do the complete aluminum welding with my TIG!

Dave the measurements are 17 L 13 H 10 1/2 W . Here is the link but check ebay for a better deal . Its also rated at 5/16 thickness .

175 Amp Mig Welder with spool gun - Eastwood MIG 175

Thanks for the link and the info Bobby!!!!!

Not a problem for a Mentor !!!!

I just finished a brake job for my neighbor garage had a hurricane . The garage is ready to block the Mustang , recoat block again , wash down seal and paint . All I have to do is stay off here a few days and out of the recliner .

Ha ha Bobby,

Those recliner sure are comfortable this time of year if don't say so my self! I'm thinking abou expanding my garage at home and heating it although I enjoy the excuse to get out to dads shop if nothing more than just see dad and mom. With dads battle with cancer last year I appreciate any time I get with them.

Update, I'm about to pull the trigger on a lake style open fender exposed rear ( no bed) 36. I have found a cab close by. I just have to talk him out of it or I'll be changing my entire direction on my truck. I have someone interested in my rolling frame for a 34 master sedan if I end up going the latter direction.

David

David the recliners do lock you deep in the cushion .

There was a 37 Chevy cab on this site for $500 with title and doors real good shape the thought of the Bobber came to mind after the 322 nail ended up here . I think that it could have been a quick and good build but I didnt jump . I am trying to locate seller to see if he still had it .

That would be great Bobby. I found a pair of 36's north of Springfield MO and made the trip, but they were in real bad shape. I didn't feel like Id be able to make one decent cab ou of the two so I bailed on the fella. I'll do a search as well in the classifieds.

Thanks,
David

Dang, my electrician is having a heck of a time tracking down the correct motor for my furnace.... One more day sitting in the house and I'll be even more wacko!!!!