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Originally Posted by WydRyd
Thanks, Bill.
Now I'm told even a run of the mill ARC welder can be used to do simple exhaust work in mild steels or even stainless steels, depending on the type of rod used of course.
So many options it's becoming confusing now! I just want the easiest method to get me up and welding quickly  |
When I was researching welders I found out that the ARC is for thicker metals. MIG is for thinner and the TIG is for even thinner and specialty metals ie alum. Therefore I went for a MIG for an all around general welder. I've done exhaust pipes and body panels.
I used my MIG with just the Flux shielding and it wasn't pretty. Once I got the shielding gas it welds were a lot better and it made it a lot easier to use. So I recommend getting the shielding gas.
I also heard the MIG is the easiest to learn on of the three.
Lastly, if you get an auto-darkening helmet it makes a TON of difference IMO.
Again, I'm a novice so you may want to take my limited welding experience with a grain of salt.