Thank you Mark, .... First class post!!! One of the reasons I chose to purchase from everlast was from researching the companies response to various customer issues prior to purchase. This cannot be over stressed as there are so many company's out there that once you by it's, "cricket, cricket" as far as support. Even if one is not particularly satified in a particular situation, the fact that the effort to respond and address has been made is all the difference. That fact alone told me that Everlast is in the "game" to stay, and let me feel better about sending of my $$ in tight economic times. The 250EX is an amazing welder period! And considering the price point value, ..... well nough said. Can it be improved? Sure, but i have seen in a very short period of time that, the company is dedicated to that end, and thats good enough for me. I love to root for the underdog, but will also not hold back any critisizem (spelling? ha) I think i have demonstrated that already for any wondering where are the negative reviews, I call it as i see it, and while there have been some quality control issues, so far everyone at Everlast has been a CLASS ACT!! And i have no doubt that any issue will be handled in a prompt and professional manner.

Thanx to all, Lou (Trackmaster)