Pat,
I went with a Thermal Arc Fabricator 131, MIG.
This unit handles virtually every welding job on my farm, save heavy frame work on my tractors, which I prefer to job out.
I love the flexibility of the unit and its ease of use. It runs well off of my portable generator so I can take it anywhere on the farm, which has come in handy.
I also took a welding class which was invaluable.
Good luck on your search for a TIG...the Lincoln comment WAS funny, btw!
