What welding machine is best?

[757driver]

I would definitely pop for a gas shielded machine. After you get it, buy a pile of scrap metal in varying thicknesses and practice. In a just a short time you will get the hang of it! I would advise you to get an auto-darkening helmet, too. Best money you will spend. They are pretty inexpensive. It's fun to weld and your cool factor with the neighborhood guys will be off the chart!

Jerry