Moosetrot:
I would support what everyone else is saying here. Get a MIG welder with gas. Also an auto darkening helmet, while relatively expensive is the way to go. I bought a Hobert 135 with gas (I beleve they are the same as Miller). It has been excellent for me, especially since I never welded before. The heavier stuff was OK, but I needed (& still do) a lot of practice on sheet/body metal. A MIG welder is relatively easy to learn and it doesn't buckle sheet metal as easy as a gas welder (I learned the hard way). The only thing I would be careful of is to ensure that your unit has a good wirefeed mechanism (sturdy & smooth). I also agree, overbuy now - you won't ever be sorry you bought a better unit.
