Another new TIG guy on the everlast Forum

[CGCINC]

Guys, the quickest way to get thrown off the board by me is to speak badly about Lincoln welders. IF you're still wet behind the ears, then all is forgiven.
But anyone that has ever used an old tombstone, ideal arc, a ranger or an SA 200 would never do that. There's a reason many pipeline sites won't let you on the site with a blue machine. If its not lincoln gray or red, you can turn around and head back home.

There's a reason my old SA 200 built in 1958 is still worth more than what it sold for, and its not because its antique that someone wants to crank up now and then.

But seriously, the Lincoln probably has its points out of adjustment or they are dirty.

But I covered my but with "all Lincoln welders don't suck"!!

We have twisted and turned every knob on that thing but it just doesn't do as good as my 250EX.. Maybe because this is an Invertor!??!
BUT, it is a school and a lot of high school kids take the class and don't respect the equipment so I'm sure it's just out of tune...Everyone know's Lincoln makes the best welders out there!

[everlastsupport]

I fixed and used an old 200 2 weeks go. The owner had welded a handle and rack on it way back (angle no less and apparently did not own a square I am gonna bet) for wrapping the longer lead on it. Was funny. Welded like a champ after fixing the missed up lead. If the rack was straight and square or round tube I would not have cracked on that part.

My Dad still has SA200 (I used when I was like 10-13) and a buddy offers to loan me and my son his his ranger all the time.

Yea, they seem to last for a long time and they work well no doubt.

BUT, I will just stick with my Everlast Nothing red or blue here anymore (unless you count shop rags and stuff).

[performance]

Which unit do you have at school? Maybe I can help...But knowing if its an invertec, its an italian machine most likely. They do weld good.

[CGCINC]

Which unit do you have at school? Maybe I can help...But knowing if its an invertec, its an italian machine most likely. They do weld good.

I'm pretty sure it's a Precision TIG 325. It's a Nascar edition and I'm sure it's older.
It's not a big deal...it welds fine, just different than my Everlast.