8 replies to this topic

[jakface]

is this a welder ok for mini panels (nu-tool bodyshop nw101-2 no gas mig welder) i have no idea but been offered it by a friend

[nomininolife]

http://www.nutool.co...?ProdID=NW101-2


This welder will be fine it has a low setting of 30amps so great for bodywork, but not for long periods of time, You will need to take plenty of breaks to give it chance to cool.

Otherwise it is fine, go for it, have fun.




David

[mr_apples]

not tried one personally, but people i know who have tried gasless migs have told me there turd (to put it nicely)

try to find a well known make of welder, it will be easier to get spares for it.

[dklawson]

not tried one personally, but people i know who have tried gasless migs have told me there turd (to put it nicely)
try to find a well known make of welder, it will be easier to get spares for it.

I'm not in any way trying to take away from Mr_Apple's comment but I would like to point out that the operational part of the initial post is that Jakface has been offered this welder by a friend. If the offer is for "free" (regardless of whether this is a loan or a gift) it certainly can't hurt to try it.

There are many web sites out there showing the basic MIG welding procedure for panels. In addition to the welder and wire there are some other bits you'll need. Don't forget a helmet (I prefer auto-darkening), leather welding gloves, MIG pliers, s chipping hammer and brush, and... an angle/disk grinder with flap wheels. Once you've collected the other bits, see if you can find a local auto body shop. Ask them for some scrap panels (doors or door skins, bonnets, boot lids, etc. ) off of any car they happen to be working on. Read the web sites, prepare samples from the junk you get from the body shop, and practice, practice, practice. Get comfortable with what you can and cannot do with this particular welder before using it on your car.

EDIT: Jakface, you may also want to post this in the paint and bodywork forum of this board. Fresh eyes there may offer some additional comments and suggestions.

Edited by dklawson, 01 June 2008 - 02:44 PM.

[mr_apples]

yeah if its free or real cheap try it, you might like it.

has any one used one of those welders, its a lot easier to learn to weld with a good welder

[Ethel]

I use gasless, yeah the results aren't as tidy, but for occasional use and the convenience I'd say they are ok. I might look at gas if I had a a steel car to restore, there are some decent gas suppliers for light users now, have a look on http://www.mig-welding.co.uk/

Should add, it's not either or - gasless migs can also use gas as well

Edited by Ethel, 01 June 2008 - 03:58 PM.

[AngeloEvs]

Unless you have a large gas bottle (the small disposable types will cost you a fortune!) the gasless is your best option. I always used gas but now only use the 'gasless' option and find that it gets the job done just as well. Get yourself an auto darkening helmet, they are cheap as chips now and make the whole process far more convenient.

[jakface]

ok wicked thanks everyone

[R1mini]

I use gasless, yeah the results aren't as tidy, but for occasional use and the convenience I'd say they are ok. I might look at gas if I had a a steel car to restore, there are some decent gas suppliers for light users now, have a look on http://www.mig-welding.co.uk/

Should add, it's not either or - gasless migs can also use gas as well

Only if you fit the solenoid and other bits required, it's far easier to use a gas mig as gassless as long as they take 0.8mm wire

Cheers
David