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[midniteblues]

for the $ the hf hood works. I have one its ok. an i figure if it breaks i could buy 3 more an still be under the $ of a good one. when you go too hf bring extra $ cause you'll find more extras too go with your setup.

lil word of advice.

when you really get into it besure too have a extra spool or two of wire on hand. because you will run out in the middle of a project. same as gas but i keep pretty good tabs on mine. an the local ag center seems like they are allways open to get a refill.

just remember saftey first a good fire extinguisher should allways be in reach when welding i have two screwed too my welder cart.