Cheap MIG welders, any good?

[TableLeg]

I could really do with tacking some metal work in order that I could then take the parts to a professional for proper welding.

 

I haven't welded using a MIG before but did some ARC welding many many years ago (only DIY stuff).

 

I looked to see how much a 'budget' MIG welder would be and find that there are a number of welders for around £100.

 

Are these types any good for welding up to 2mm mild steel.

http://www.lawson-his.co.uk/sealey-mightymig100-professional-no-gas-p141438?utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=product-extensions&gclid=CPmxqJ3uvb4CFdLHtAodUDMAoA

 

Thanks in advance.

 

 

 

 

 

[Boombang]

Gasless welders give terrible welds, better of renting or borrowing for that IMHO.  What are you welding?

[TableLeg]

Thanks for the reply.

 

I don't plan on actually welding anything, it would just be a heck of a lot easier for me to tack all the relevant parts together (of which there are a few) and then rely on a Pro to do the proper welding.

 

I'm probably going to have to pay a welder to come to my house and weld in my garage for some of the larger parts and as the welder charges by the hour tacking all the relevant parts in place before could save me a lot of money.

[XTR2Turbo]

I have turbo mig 130 I would sell for £65. Very little use. two gas bottles and one wire reel use in total Will weld up to 4mm steel

[kev91]

If tableleg isn't interested in your mig rig then let me know

[TableLeg]

I have turbo mig 130 I would sell for £65. Very little use. two gas bottles and one wire reel use in total Will weld up to 4mm steel

You have PM.

[XTR2Turbo]

Reply sent

[TableLeg]

Replied to your PM

[XTR2Turbo]

If tableleg isn't interested in your mig rig then let me know

PM sent

[TableLeg]

It's not that I'm not interested but it's a bit too far to travel.

Thanks anyway

[blue ass fly]

Is that the cebora/snap on mig ?

Theyre great little welders

[cszjrh]

A mate of mine recommended a mobile welder who is based down in Tunbridge Wells so possibly not too far from you? 

 

He made me new engine mounts, did a couple of other bits of welding and fabricated me a couple of other mountings all on-site.  Good looking work, a nice chap and a very reasonable day rate.

 

PM me if you'd like his contact details. 

 

Cheers, John

[TableLeg]

A mate of mine recommended a mobile welder who is based down in Tunbridge Wells so possibly not too far from you? 

 

He made me new engine mounts, did a couple of other bits of welding and fabricated me a couple of other mountings all on-site.  Good looking work, a nice chap and a very reasonable day rate.

 

PM me if you'd like his contact details. 

 

Cheers, John

 

Thanks for the reply John but Tunbridge Wells is 108 miles away.

[Graham0127]

Isn't a MIG welder some eastern European that fixes dodgy old jet fighters ?

[Boombang]

Thanks for the reply.

 

I don't plan on actually welding anything, it would just be a heck of a lot easier for me to tack all the relevant parts together (of which there are a few) and then rely on a Pro to do the proper welding.

 

I'm probably going to have to pay a welder to come to my house and weld in my garage for some of the larger parts and as the welder charges by the hour tacking all the relevant parts in place before could save me a lot of money.

 

I actually meant what was it you are fabricating.

 

My brother is in Hengrave near Bury St Edmunds, probably going up in a few weeks.  If it's not a huge task and time works out, happy to chuck my welder in the boot and tack it up for you.