Millermatic 200

[raydss]

I have an opportunity? to purchase a millermatic 200. It looks pretty roached due to sitting out under a tarp and having rats hanging out. Wires all look good, motor feed works, no tank. Just smells pretty bad. Asking $500.00.

 

[COSMOS]

Run and keep shopping.

 

[Rookie2]

nope ! maybe $50.00

 

[COSMOS]

Picture 3, the surface rust you see on the thumb screw is more than likely on every wire connection inside the machine, asking for more trouble than it is worth.

 

[Glenn M.]

"Smells pretty bad" - how? Like insulation burning on a transformer that's overheating? That kind of "acrid" smell?? If it is, then run quickly.

I wouldn't pay over a hundred bucks for it, if that. The wire feeder won't be worth much if the power unit isn't working... If all you have to do is clean every connection & the power selection switch/wire feed speed pot, you may be okay. But the corrosion you see on the surface of mechanical parts may or may not be on the transformer windings - depends on the wiring insulation quality. If it is there, and the insulation has deteriorated, run like ____.

And welcome to the GJ from VA!

 

[1/2 Cup]

Give it a miss, big time!

Welcome to the GJ from downunder, enjoy..

 

[safetyman665]

I'd pass on that. There will be another good deal that comes along.

Welcome to the Forum!

 

[raydss]

Thanks everyone for the welcome and advice. After much consternation I bundled the welder, vintage Yates American vari-speed wood lathe and a makita 2040 planer. All need attention, but my focus was the lathe and at $300 for the lot I think I did OK. Research showed the lathe to be worth $250 plus so I got the welder for $50 and they threw in the planer. My buddy is helping a widow unload some equipment her late husband allowed to fall into disrepair.

I'll keep you apprised. it'll be awhile though. Any knowledge you can impart is greatly appreciated.