Originally Posted by
$hawn
^ Cochese had a 115v welder at his old shop. I couldn't get it hot enough to weld a ball to a hitch receiver. I've never had any problems with my Miller...
Ball and hitch is both more than a 3/16 - 1/4 inch. That machine is very nice but way more than a hobbyist would even need. A whole lot more money too. When you need to weld something heavier than what machine calls for just pre- heat with a torch and save a grand or two.