And another new one...

[Mick Annick]

Hi

Having learnt to weld (arc and gas) to a reasonable standard as an apprentice truck mechanic for Readymix in the 70's, I feel the urge to take it up again. The need to modify my bike trailer (I do a bit of twin-shock motorcycle trials) and the loan of a Selco inverter from a guy at work got me going again.

As I hope to retire in 10 years (some hope) and do a bit of basic blacksmithing, I'm toying with buying my own kit to get my skill level back up to where it was 30 years ago, but what to buy? Although pricey, is the Murex Tradesmig 150 any good, or are there better cheaper machines?

BTW, love the tutorials on here, they've been a great help...

Mick

 

[cumbriasteve]

Welcome to the forum Mick, I do a bit of ornamental steelwork in my retirement and purchased a Portamig 235 last October...if I could turn the clock back would I buy the same again?... definately, a good solid made machine which is great to use.

 

[Chipper]

Welcome Mick. My neighbour is into twin-shock trials as well, does very well. There's a "What bike" thread somewhere, for pics of member's bikes.

 

[Shox Dr]

Hi Mick. Wish I have the bikes I had back then. Welcome

 

[slimjim]

welcome,

is'nt Wantage where Williams are based, will be in Wantage in a couple of weeks,and be having few beers in the Volunteer

 

[Mick Annick]

Thanks for the welcome all

Yes, Wantage (or at least the village / suburb of Grove) is home to Williams F1.

Never been in the Volunteer, though I hear it's OK, I prefer the Royal Oak, as it's only 50yds from me...

So, what about an inverter, any recommendations?

 

[Shox Dr]

You are better off asking your question in the right forum, as this one is just for saying hello

 

[Mick Annick]

"You are better off asking your question in the right forum,..."

Good point

Mick

 

[FranV8]

Hello! And welcome!