My 3 month review, Everlast 255ext Tig Welder🔥

[@PacificArcTigWelding]

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[@erichohol4515]

hi, I've been watching your videos and,I'm about to pull the trigger on a tig welder, did some tig welding in school years ago ,but definitely not a tig expert, but Im pretty sure I want an everlast ,just wondering witch model you reccomend? I was leaning toward a 210 ext ..but are ext models better ? and is there much difference between the 255 and the 210 ? I'm looking to weld aluminum, various types and also would like to be able to weld stainless,headers and exhaust.. if you could take a lil time to point me in the right direction, I would extremely appreciate it thanks ...Eric

[@snowkracker]

I just bought one which is why I’m here. Thanks for the video. You got me even more anxious for it to be delivered.

[@ralphwaters8905]

Hey Dusty, one feature of the 255EXT you may not have noticed is that if you push in the setting knob while turning, it magnifies the step size 10X, so you can make large changes MUCH faster. My personal biggest gripe is that the fan blows out the front so I have to keep the machine well away from my work area or divert the blast with a towel. My second biggest gripe is the noise of the constantly running fan. I wish it would shut off or at least slow down when not welding. A third annoyance is probably the norm for full-digital welders, and one the analog models (with knobs & switches) don't have. When you shut it off, it forgets your settings if they're not saved in a memory slot. This makes it a pain when you want a quiet coffee break but don't want to overwrite your current saved configuration. I find myself leaving the machine on when I would like to shut it down for half an hour. I made my own water cooler that shuts off the pump a minute after welding, and it verifies adequate torch flow before sending my weld command on to the 255EXT. Your viewers may not realize that the cable in a water cooled torch is much smaller than an air-cooled equivalent and NEEDS coolant flow to keep from melting down.

[@mjbright9460]

So is air cooled more efficient or are there options for larger hoses?

[@ralphwaters8905]

@@mjbright9460 - Water cooled TIG torches do not offer different sizes of cable. The head, handle, and cable are all part of a system designed to handle a specific current rating. Technically, the larger cable in an air-cooled torch would make it slightly more efficient than a water-cooled torch, electrically speaking, but this does not affect you directly. TIG and SMAW (stick) welding are both constant-CURRENT processes, so the slight extra voltage drop thru a smaller torch cable will be handled automatically by the machine. If you were running a MIG (GMAW, FCAW) machine (constant VOLTAGE process) you might notice a slight difference between guns with different cable sizes. Of course, machines differ as much as people, and we all must play with our settings experimentally so this overrides all else.

[@mjbright9460]

@@ralphwaters8905 that was perfectly explained thank you so much so is there a welder you would recommend over this or is this one best for all around use?

[@kevinpunter7960]

Watching your channel is probably the main reason I invested in a ACDC TIG Welder. I had recently purchased a "multi-process" machine for general welding work and quickly realised that the various "multi" machines tend to be a "jack of all trades and master on none" kinda thing. I'm in Oz and bought a well respected and well featured 200A ACDC TIG machine (In Oz its a Unimig but I think you guys see them as a Jasic or Razorweld). The biggest omission on my machine to me is the lack of an ability to store jobs/setups. I say that .. but I got the machine to learn on and I still don't have power to the workshop ;( The next model up in their range (415V 20A) does store jobs! Although I haven't even sparked an arc I'm already looking at my next TIG machine. I really like the "Torchology" torches and consumables that come with my machine but they're non standard and if I want to stick with them I'm kinda locked into a brand. I recently found that Everlast is available to me here at similar prices to the Unimig (Razorweld) brand and that's a really good thing. Thanks for your reviews and insight.

[@darrellmellott6096]

I was a TIG welder professionally 30 years ago and picked up a 200 amp Everlast machine for home and hobby stuff now I'm retired. Can't fault the way it welds, just I'm a bit shaky now. Yes the fan sounds like a leaf blower and the accessories that came with it are pooh, but now I've upgraded the cables I can't imagine needing anything better. Thanks for the review.

[@jesspierce5626]

Darrell. What did you replace cables with

[@caseyrakes6184]

Can you buy new cables and torches elsewhere, or will they only take everlast?

[@darrellmellott6096]

@@jesspierce5626 Sorry for taking so long to reply. I missed the message. Anyway, I bought two 25' runs of #1 cable and kept the #4 that came with the welder to make a short whip for the stinger. #1 is probably overkill for a 200 amp machine, but you know, go big or go home, right.

[@darrellmellott6096]

@@caseyrakes6184 Everlast claim their machines are compatible with industry standard fittings. However, the cable connectors are smaller than the ones on the heavy duty welders I used in the trade. That said these suit case style welders are getting very popular and I'm sure your local welding supply store has connectors that will fit. Cables of course will fit any connector that is rated for the size. My welded shipped with #4 cable, but I was able to get #1 cable to fit the original connectors. #1 is the biggest they could take though. Hope that helps.

[@curtissiwak5349]

Great video and thanks for posting the video. I own an everlast 255 ext. Although I use it to stick weld mostly, I have a lot to learn more about tig. I did have an issue with the machine going crazy, I called customer support and they were helpful. The fix was taking apart the cover, tighten all possible connections and and blow out any dust that may have accumulated. It stick welded very nice after that. Now I need more torch time and possibly a water cooler.

[@camaro572rr]

Great video, I'm actually about to buy a new 255 ext, so I'm glad I watched a video, always used miller welding machines and love them, but now I'm changing over to everlast.

[@slowboat_8651]

Yes I actually have 3 everlast machines, and recently purchased the 255 ext

[@PeopleAlreadyDidThis]

I use my 255EXT very little. It’s spent most of five years in air conditioned comfort. Got it out today to make an aluminum repair. Water hose in the torch assembly has turned to glass, broke when uncoiling the torch. Has only had distilled water in it. Argon flowmeter o-rings are shot, spews gas. Swapped another Everlast flowmeter, hose threads are smaller. Changed to its hose and it blew apart at the clamped barb. Hoses have turned sticky and are moldy inside. TIG pedal isn’t tapering amperage properly. I’ll never know if the machine itself is working because I can’t get past the other failures. Yes, I was prepared for potential trouble. The Everlast purchase was an intentional experiment. This is the result.

[@rossray5639]

Sounds like typical issues for a machine that sat for 5 years? I wouldn’t call that much of an “experiment”.

[@smokefentanyl]

Everlast isn’t really going to last for ever.. not even close especially being a Chinese inverter welder.. those noname IGBTS will pooch out in no time. Hence why no professional production shop uses them.

[@rottenpumpkiinz3825]

Dude you seem like such a great dude , just quit the resturant industry and have been wanting to weld for a long time now , signed up for a private weld class in mig and tig. Tig welding is amazing and I love it. I’ve learned so much more from your videos than my classes. Your content is amazing so glad I decided to finally weld and that I found your page. Thank you dusty.

[@johnny_4u]

Just go and apprentice at a local shop or local union 👍🏻Get paid to learn & build your hours. One of the benefits of being a tradesman. All the best.

[@michaelbarefoot6334]

I just upgraded my tig setup from an AHP Alphatig 201XD to this exact Everlast machine paired with a water cooler and I have to say I love it. Torch stays cool, welds are a little better.

[@Thewatson77]

Yep! Everlast over here for the past few years 🙌🏻

[@dannyb2005]

MTS 225 over here!! Perfect for the weekend warrior types! Team Green!

[@03hiredgun31]

How's is working out?

[@vr6swp]

I have an older (2012) 250 EX, bought new on closeout. It's mostly been a good machine, with one outstanding issue - I had to send the machine in for repair in 2016 when the processer board played out. Had to ship it to a service center in ID on my dime, they took 6 months to fix it, and when I got it back the machine looked like little kids did the repair. To the good, Everlast has since upgraded their service and repair network, and have said customers are no longer waiting forever to get their machines back. Also had problems with the machine not liking to pedal pulse (pump the pedal a few times, and the arc will noticeably get dimmer and lose power). Does it if you use the pulse function too, but if you cycle the main power switch it will pulse normally for a while. Planning to upgrade to an EXT machine next year so I haven't really tried to get to the bottom of that. Like Dusty said, the fans are really loud. It seems like I read the newer 325EXT models have or will have fan-on-demand, but don't take my word for it. My plan is to get their new remote foot pedal, a longer torch cable, and park the machine a little further away from my table.

[@allanmccullough8550]

One of the drawbacks to owning a Chinese welder.

[@vr6swp]

@@allanmccullough8550 Other than the problems I described, it's been a good machine. Made money with it for almost 9 years. Everlast has addressed the service center issues. Only way you would get a 100% USA made TIG machine would be to buy a huge 25-30 year old HeliArc or AirCo or Lincoln machine and refurb it. With, guess what, Chinese or Taiwanese parts because thats all you can get now.

[@landonstowell779]

@@allanmccullough8550 miller and lincoln all come out of china now

[@patmurphy3410]

I have a 252 STI. It was discontinued right after I bought it. I wish I had waited for the replacement model because the çontrols were changed to a much less busy panel. I have no complaints about the performance of the machine.

[@dandeflavis7004]

I have a 250ex and love it, I don't have a water cooler for it. I like the analog control panel over the semi-digital of the 255ext

[@captaincavedad5080]

Getting ready to purchase. Your video was really helpful. Nice job!

[@calinick86]

Just ordered the 255ext kit online. i was not able to add a referral, but i did reply to my order confirmation via email with your channel.

[@mikeschmidt7980]

Very nice video, thank you for that. I enjoy watching them. I'm waiting for my everlast to arrive today. I'm going to be retiring next year, so I'm setting up my home shop to start a new adventure.

[@josephnovakjr8198]

I purchased a Everlast 350 EXT with the water cooler almost 2 years now... Still trying to learn and figure it out... But these videos definitely help! Thank you... I use it for stick welding more than T.I.G. but that's going to change!!! Got to learn my Mean Green machine!

[@pedal2dametal686]

How does your everlast machine run on fast freezing rids like 6010???

[@jbeardOJKB]

Thanks for the info. Enjoy watching your vids. I bought the Everlast DV200 tig. Love it so far. Home hobbyist and novice welder but really enjoy meeting metal together. Keep up the awesome video.

[@jamescannon7267]

Great episode its filling in my missing welding education….. thanks Studio565

[@wintercoder6687]

I might just have found my first tig welder.

[@giacomoorru3420]

Italian tig welders are also very good. Selco, cebora, fimer ....

[@davidcashin9194]

Hi Dusty I have 210 EXT and an 275P Mig if you want to add something cool to your machine get hold of the Nova wireless pedal it is a game changer for me anyway. My 210 EXT has all the features as the 255 EXT may be it is because that's what we get in Australia but they are great machines. I also use the CK flexlock torch which I have two heads set up one for Aluminium and the other for Stainless. I am happy with both of my machines.

[@jameseberhardt6563]

I too have a 255EXT, Cooler and a 275P MIG with the 360A spool gun. The 275P spool gun wire speed dial on the gun changes the AMPs and I was getting Burn Back. Now I set the Amps wire speed on the gun (leave it alone) and fine tune the amps on the machine. Great machines!

[@hamiltondonaldson]

good video on the 255Ext planning on purchasing one for a race car restoration

[@larropowell3658]

The R-TECH 210 EXT which seems very similar to this product has the feature FAN ON DEMAND which is nice as my old mig has the fan on all the time.

[@DCweldingAndArt]

Lol gosh, they weren't very subtle about stealing everlasts machine name huh. I'm guessing an Amazon brand or something. Heck if it's under $1000, might be worth it. Lol "R-tech", that's a new one to me.

[@larropowell3658]

@@DCweldingAndArt I am in the UK and it is a UK Company so i dont know who has had the product out the longest.

[@DCweldingAndArt]

@@larropowell3658 well then, it might be the UK version of everlast 🧐👍 ide prolly try them put if I didn't already have 2 big tog welders. Lol I used to have an everlast, it was solid, all the way through. Good luck!

[@breamboss12]

I have a 255 ext about 4 years old now, pretty much gets used every single weekend on aluminium and stainless, only thing i dont like is the rough arc starts it sometimes gives on AC. Also have a 253 DPI mig which has only welded ally and does a nice job.

[@alfredocuomo1546]

Ned are you using 2% Lanthanated Tungsten Electrodes 3/32” , they are known to really light hard, you can try E3 or the pink Multi-mix which have much softer starts. That's all I use myself is 2% Lanthanated but maybe I'll take my own advice.

[@breamboss12]

@@alfredocuomo1546 nah mate, i only use the pink multimix tungsten 3/32, i recently adjusted the contact points inside the machine, but it still seems to have rough arc starts sometimes.

[@alfredocuomo1546]

@@breamboss12 Have you reached out to Everlast to see if they can offer you a possible resolution, I was just thinking just like life your issue happens after the Warrantee expires. Well good luck Ned hope all works out for you. Thanks for the reply.

[@kirstenspencer3630]

I like popping bubble wrap too !

[@alfredocuomo1546]

I have a 255EXT and love it, I bought some glass lenses but for the most part I am still using everything the machine came with. I even run it on 120V with the supplied adapter once in a while and it works great.

[@phr3ak652]

Great Video. Absolutely love my 255ext as well.

[@karljohn4213]

Great vids dusty , can you do a video talking about the different ac waveforms on the machine and how they preform compared to eachother

[@waysherr]

I have the 325EXT.....LOVE it!

[@FlashTechEngineering]

Great video review bro, I have a everlast 255ext brand new in the box, had it for 3 years it's a back up machine , you've inspired me to break it out and smash out some dimes 👍

[@Hancofab]

I have one, love it. 325 EXT

[@jacojanks5985]

I am strongly leaning towards this machine. How is this welder holding up for you? Any issues? I was watching your videos and you made a good point about reaching out to people with actual experience. So here i am!

[@johnlane8152]

I also have the Everlast 255EXT and quite enjoy using it! I haven't really done too much with aluminum so it was good to see your settings and technique, I think I should probably get a watercooler soon. Anyways, just wanted to say enjoy watching your channel and learning something new.

[@ChuckAndArbor]

Thanks for the help!

[@citronmetalworks]

Nice review! I think I’m needing one of these. Getting some thin wall stainless jobs. My old faithful thermal 250 is doing the job. Just be nice to have that pulse setup and those wave forms for some aluminum goodness. Thanks for this review.

[@liftedcj7on44s]

On the amperage adjust knob if you press it in a rotate it will adjust by 10 amp increments.

[@mkeyser]

MTS 225, trying to learn TIG. Very challenging. My hand keeps on catching on fire... not sure why... Strongly considering buying the water cooled torch unit and some water cooled torches. I don't think anyone out there in the real world uses air cooled torches, it seems very impractical. As a beginner we don't know anything, so we have no way to compare, it's hard to find the groove other than just burning everything up.

[@JoseSanchez-ub3cc]

Is this machine good for a starter fabricator I'm looking to get a machine to start doing it in the advice thanks

[@kelljemison2790]

Love my 255EXT!!

[@wcmwfab935]

I have a esab 220ic. Very quiet. Great welder.

[@slimdog72]

Great review Dusty. I have had the 200dx for a couple of years now. Great machine, I wish the fan had a thermostat.

[@michaelhoff852]

push in on the adjustment knob when you adjust and itll jump by 10 instead of 1 at a time.

[@georgiyordanov571]

Hi, I realy enjoy your videos. I am curious, Do ho have any opinion on Stahlwerk. I just want to be sure that Everlast255ext is much better than Stahlwerk AC/DC WIG 200 puls digital IGBT.

[@dmbworks8094]

im thinking about picking one of these setups up, thanks for the video. hoping your link is still doing something for you.

[@alecnater9444]

Wow, you are a fantastic welder.

[@johnhale6079]

I've got the UK equivalent a R Tech 260 ext a lovely if heavy machine, love the channel

[@SAXONWARLORD1000AD]

Hi - i just moved back to the UK and dont know the names of any of the machines i see here - Is the R Tech of which you speak a good quality machine

[@johnhale6079]

@@SAXONWARLORD1000AD it's a high end Far East model I like it for the price get over on the mig welding forum you won't regret it

[@miketlane]

My Miller 280 has to go in for service and I had to switch to this everlast.....so far I hate it. I think/assume if I was on the everlast and had to go to the Miller id also hate it. I gave up on the pulse on aluminum and just sticking to the "easy AC" button just to get by till my Miller comes abck

[@williewilson8244]

So friggin cool for some of your pieces

[@bartscave]

Do you prefer your new canaweld over this?

[@wcmwfab935]

Hello brothers and sisters, in the welding world.

[@Chad_N_Stacey_Hopson]

I SWEAR WE HAVE TO HAVE THE SAME MIND.... I SEE YOU EVERYWHERE THAT I GO.... I THINK I JUST SEEN YOU ON A HIGH IMPACT FLIX, RFB, RV, OR MAYBE EVEN AND WE KNOW'S CHANNEL THE OTHER DAY IN THE COMMENTS..... HAHA

[@wcmwfab935]

@@Chad_N_Stacey_Hopson well nice to meet you welder fabricator/ GOD fearing truther. Yea I have seen you around as well. What kind of welder are you. I'm all prosseses welder fabricator. Tig is my Forte

[@Chad_N_Stacey_Hopson]

@@wcmwfab935 I own an HVAC company but I bought that Everlast MTS 275 Lightning and have enjoyed all of the processes.... I'm no PATW, but I like to Tig myself.... Unless its something that I'm trying to just get together, then Ill mig it....

[@wcmwfab935]

@@Chad_N_Stacey_Hopson yea I work 40 hrs a week for someone else. But I did start my own business. Mobile welding and fabrication. All tooled up. Just have not went off on my own yet. Hard to leave the security of the 40 hr week job. But wow I make good money on the weekends. I'm in southern Oregon. I should of went to hvac. Easy money it looks like.

[@shannonlocklear8116]

I’m new to tig welding an looking for some advice on an affordable tig welder, any help would be greatly appreciated.. Thanks

[@bigirish4886]

I have had Everlast for some time now started with the 256 multi (plasma) then just a 256 no multi. about 3 years now the 255 EXT. I got it for the Advanced option as a hobby guy the price was great. I have a blue Mig but would buy Everlast if I replace it.

[@anthonyhillstead8221]

How do you like your 256 multi plasma?? I am currently looking into getting one but kind of hesitant on this brand and that model any feedback would be much appreciated

[@bigirish4886]

@@anthonyhillstead8221 the 265 multi I had worked fine I used the plasma on the first CNC table I built and it welded very well too. I just moved onto a newer version for the extra features it had and am very happy with it too. I would buy again if needed.

[@TwinTurboLsx]

Im sure you've figured it out y now but if you push the knob in and turn it, it makes much bigger adjustments.

[@lmiranda441]

i have one my is es250 nice machine good job dusty

[@raymondclay5822]

I've had a 255EXT since 2015. It is a beast but there is no need to buy this machine unless you need to weld heavy aluminum.

[@akschu1]

I bought an ESAB Rebel 205 trying to consolidate my mig and tig for space reasons, but the fan constantly on was a deal breaker for me, it just wasn't fun to use, so I returned it. Finally I just went for it and got a Dynasty DX 210, yes, it was very expensive, but it's delightful to use.

[@cruzarcos6639]

I wanna see this run on 110v

[@jessehalfacre6543]

Hey Dusty great video! I have the 210ext and love it. Agree that the fan is loud but that is my only complaint. I seen you twisting the knob a bunch to increase or decrease settings. Did you know that if you push the knob in and twist it jumps by 10.

[@wardnelson1305]

Fun video!! Appreciate your teaching!

[@Pablo_M98]

FWIW I bought a 210 EXT in august 2021 and it no longer has the cheap argon hose and connectors, the hose that my 210 came with it is exactly like the one on your 255.

[@josephnovakjr8198]

I need to get a better hose! I still have the clear stock hose with regular hose clamps (I had to install)

[@clutchshot247]

Does anyone know how well the 255ext run 6010 rod?

[@Erick_D1]

What do you think of the lightning MTS 275 from everlast?

[@alsaffarstudios]

Very informative video. Thanks for sharing it with us 🙏🏼

[@mike94560]

OK if I get one what do I do with my Miller Synchrowave 180? It is an analog beast. LOL

[@TheArron86]

I have a R-tech 260EXT is this the same machine as the everlast 255EXT? They look identical other than the spot weld feature.

[@bartscave]

Will an aftermarket CK thumb amp control plug into it?

[@brianroselli229]

I have the 250ex love it power house

[@maxl.8804]

hi there. have you ever had experience with (ANDELI TIG-250PL)? im struggling on Aluminum -it shoots too much amps at minimum pedal input n hard to control arc (it says 10 amo is min for AC-but it feels like 20-25 amps are at minimum)

[@francescomarini6867]

please make a video where you explain how to weld aluminum without pedal.

[@NaughtyElectron]

I Love Your Videos Man . Always Amazing :)

[@rixward5475]

does the 255 have tack features ?

[@MrBigbomber007]

Nice video, informative

[@TinkeringNerd]

Nice video, Dusty. I dealt with fan noise on my 255 EXT. Detailed description on my channel. Cheers.

[@gone2dmtns]

What Everlast model TIG do you guys recommend for a beginner wanting to do some aluminum work? I can do 240 volts input and wouldn't mind having stick capability. The 210EXT perhaps?

[@Kahunaz]

I have the 210ext. If I could do it over again, I would go with the 255ext so I could run 6010 rods. The 210ext wont run them.

[@gone2dmtns]

@@Kahunaz Thanks for the feedback. I really appreciate it

[@Pablo_M98]

210 EXT does almost everything the 255 does (that really matters) for a nice chunk of change less (even for the air-cooled 255). From memory the 210 gives up these to the 255: - No sine wave in A/C (but it has the other 3) - No specific 6010 rod function - Easy setup functions (seems like a pretty useless feature) - Probably has a lower duty cycle (but I'm just assuming here) - And of course 45 AMPS lower top end. The 210 will also work with a water cooler if you decide to get one later. I say get the 210 unless you KNOW you need to weld thicker aluminum. Even then I'll bet a 200A machine can get it done with an extra pass...

[@gigli767676]

What’s the price for this machine?

[@nigelroberts3417]

Hey wats wats a good settin on weldin a t joint it’s 4043 3/8 thick

[@marcusharley3064]

Dusty, wheres the link to purchase a 255EXT? And to all the gripes, pay several thousands more so you won't have to.

[@notanymore9471]

So I’ve been in the business 25 years and my old thermal ac started dying last year so in a pinch I bought a Vulcan from hf because of the warranty and it isn’t all bad but mostly the pedal and high frequency such. So I’m looking to upgrade and have been eyeing this...I’d really prefer a fronius Miller or htp but for now none of those are friendly to my budget. Now are you using this as a daily driver versus your HTP? Does the high frequency compare to one of the big brands or is is weak on AC and require changing electrodes often?

[@joanpfister6734]

Not Anymore, I was wondering what thermal arc you had for 25 years. After watching many videos of tig welders I have found that my 300gtsw 240 single phase, 208-480 three phase does every thing the modern units are capable of. 60% duty at 300 A

[@notanymore9471]

@@joanpfister6734 I have the little brother the 185 gtsw

[@humourless682]

Are the Everlast machines the same thing that is stickered as R-Tech in the UK?

[@leslieaustin151]

They seem to be. I use an R-Tech TIG 170 it seems like a nice machine and looks exactly like these Everlast ones, save that it’s blue, of course. Les in UK

[@humourless682]

@@leslieaustin151 I wonder what long-term reliability is like with these machines? My cheap eBay OTC is 20 years old, and still going strong.

[@leslieaustin151]

@@humourless682 i haven’t had mine long enough, nor used it enough, to comment, but people like Doubleboost (on YT) seem to rate them well. Like most reasonable equipment, if you look after them they’ll keep on going. Les

[@humourless682]

@@leslieaustin151 Ok I can understand that. Did Doubleboost buy all his R-Tech gear, or was it provided FOC?

[@leslieaustin151]

@@humourless682 some and some, I think. But whether f.o.c. or paid for doesn’t affect the reliability, does it? If someone offered me some gear f.o.c I’d take it, though I wouldn’t sell my soul for it, and neither would John I think. It would get called some very rude names if it didn’t perform!! Les

[@Chad_N_Stacey_Hopson]

YEAH, I GOT THE MTS 275 LIGHTNING AND HATE THOSE GAS HOSES....

[@deathxmusic353]

Just ordered my 275. Any thing you can suggest for upgrades? Did you get a cooler or cart?

[@pedal2dametal686]

Any experience running 6010 rod on your 275 lighting???

[@gingerben9310]

I always double dip way better. Thinner filler rod boom your sorted

[@snowkracker]

“ I am not paid for this review” Never mind the $2500 welder and $500 water cooler huh? Okay.

[@JUSTINtime518]

Whats your opinion on Fronius? We have to use them at work TIG welding aluminum and stainless. Anywhere from 1mm up to 7mm landings in one pass. Insane amount of settings. They are expensive machines but honestly i would prefer an old school Miller Sync. Just curious what other professionals like your self think. Your welds are fucking mint by the way man! Great shit man. Welding Porn right here haha. Love it!

[@smokefentanyl]

Lol if they give him one for free then he will put tape over the everlast like he did to the Canaweld and sell out once again, only that time it might actually be worth it . Fronious is solid and arguably the utmost best right now; and will be for a long time to come.

[@dostuffchannel]

You say you aren't paid for the review, but if if the company gave you the welder then isn't that a form of payment?

[@smokefentanyl]

Lol ofc it is and of course it’s biased. He’s sold out for a measly Chinese welder lol

[@SpeedandChromeTV]

No. It’s not.

[@replyhere590]

@@smokefentanyl Not a fair comment. Practically every USA mfr of anything tech, including welders, uses Asian pieces/parts, even if they appear to claim otherwise. We get what we pay for, certainly at least in the long run, but IMHO the main reason there is a really big gap between the lower end - mid machines and blue/red/yellow (eh...) is that the latter have raised prices much more aggressively over the last year or so. Surely Everlast is not Vevor or Yeswelder class.

[@MikeYurbasovich]

​@@smokefentanylI have a 255ext and a 400ext, plus a 253 dpi MIG, along with my millermatic 200. Previously owned a Miller Dynasty 350dx and an XMT with the 22A feeder. All of the Millers I love, but I actually give the 255 and 400 preference over the Dynasty in the arc. Now, the Miller is a much better build quality, but I can pound on these everlast machines and they do well. They have great performance on low amp dc and high Amp aluminum. Miller just has nicer buttons/knobs, made heavier. The DPI I wouldn't purchase again. It welds nice, but it's no Millermatic. I only bought it to build a tank that was all vertical welding and it couldn't have any leaks. I had one issue with the DPI, sent it in and no troubles since. Service took 4 weeks door to door.

[@timberslasher4899]

I have had both everlast and primeweld mig and stick machines mainly just to see what they are about. They have some great features but when you dig them in for hours on end up toward 200 amps welding 3/8 or 1/2 or 5/8 or more like us loggers do their duty cycles are a joke next to my Lincoln Idealarc 250, Miller Bobcat 250 portable, and my Forney 270 amp mig. Now to be honest I also have a millermatic 250 that has always been junk.

[@gregwilkins7649]

🪙🪙Great demo Dusty.

[@bruced1429]

What about your Canaweld Tig welder , did you just throw it out ? you said it was a great welder too now your kind of confusing us.

[@jimmurphy5739]

Yeah. I'm on the verge of buying something and I was leaning toward the Canaweld TIG AC/DC 201 Pulse-D based on his past videos (and a little, honestly, on the fact I'm Canadian) but I get the sense Dusty has entered into a marketing relationship that prevents him from saying much about anything non-Everlast. Did you notice the tape or sticky note placed over the name of his Canaweld unit? When companies make agreements with "influencers" they will often try to bind them into special conditions. "You can keep the welder as long as when you do your review, you make sure that our brand name is the only one which can be made out," is the kind of thing that gets put on the table. I do notice that he hasn't compared it to the Canaweld unit. That says something (maybe not a lot, but something nevertheless) and I don't see an "affiliate link" pointing to a Canaweld unit. This isn't adding up, unless Canaweld simply wasn't on board with engaging.

[@bruced1429]

@@jimmurphy5739 you noticed that too, That's marketing. Peter Zila told me that Alcotec aluminum mig wire is the best and the only wire to use with pulse, I bought Nexaloy aluminum mig wire made right here in Canada and it works just fine and i have some (Esab) Alcotec wire to compare and no difference. Zila is big in with HTP, I have an Esab 215 a Fronius Transteel 2200 a HTP pro pulse 220 and a Fronius Transpocket 180. They all work just fine with what ever wire or stick I use . The HTP and Fronius 2200 both mig aluminum well I would say the Fronius has a smoother arc, the only thing the HTP has over it is pulse mig and double pulse mig aluminum.. Anyway they are all out to make a living, Everlast's real competition is coming from Yes Welder in the low to mid range welders.

[@smokefentanyl]

@@bruced1429 lmao yeswelder? They are uttershit bro, that’s no competition to anyone except the other junk on Amazon lool

[@smokefentanyl]

@@jimmurphy5739 get the Canaweld, by far the best most reliable bang for your buck here in Canada, and they will stick by you for years to come if you need parts for your machine. Everlast is garbage made from scrap used components salvaged from other electronics with god knows how many hours on them. Known for mediocre customer service and boards , specifically IGBTs burning out after a few years leaving you SOL unless you replace them with name brand ones, if the boards not destroyed.

[@jimmurphy5739]

@@smokefentanyl I ended up going with the Canaweld rig and it's working fine. I have it running on 120 volt AC house power at the moment, but I'm putting a 50 amp 220v outlet into the garage soon so I'll be able to crank it up a bit. So far, though, no issues on aluminum and mild steel. Except for me. I suck. But that's why they invented practice!

[@leroyl2427]

In this part two video what size cup did you use for your argon gas shielding? It also looks like it was Pyrex.. I just ordered last week the 255EXT with water cooler and upgraded nova torch and paddle kit 25 feet. I also told them that I watched your videos and use you as a reference when I purchased! Can’t wait to try it out thanks for your videos they’ve been awesome!

[@jerrybrombrom3772]

Can you weld a aluminium inside corner with 60 hz and how can you do that ?

[@chrisheberer1820]

What I think is every everjunk machine I have bought has failed within 2 years of using it. When I have downtime on a machine for 3 weeks to get it repaired and send it to Tennessee I have lost 10 fold. Bought a Miller and it hasn’t skipped a beat. Not to mention it’s a used 15 year old machine. The everlast welds good when it welds. But other than that it’s junk.

[@soldat2311]

Good afternoon , question : does a ball form at the tip of the electrode in spot mode ??? in DC mode?

[@p3nisqueef818]

No it only forms on ac or dcep(which you should never do) not dcen

[@soldat2311]

have a ball formed in spot mode on direct current , can you help me or need to contact the service center

[@p3nisqueef818]

@@soldat2311 are you sure it was dc and not ac?

[@soldat2311]

yes spot in DC mode

[@ronsgarage2057]

Same with my primeweld 225...can't stand that fan!!!

[@joeblock62]

Buyer beware... I am a life time welder... recently bought an Everlast TIG welder for the home hobby shop and while the welder may be good (remains to be seen) the accessories are not. In short order the Argon hose blew out and the regulator leaks at the gage fitting. Basic China quality.

[@smokefentanyl]

Soon as I seen the gas hose and those ugly ass crimps , as well as how thin it was I knew it was gonna be shit.. sucks to hear I was right . And those argon regulators , always friggin leak at the cylinder connection, I know because I have two sadly.. they are shat and worth about $15 on Amazon lol. The Canaweld he got is much better and costs less.

[@smokefentanyl]

Wait until you open it up and see every component is no name recycled from used electronics when you have to replace a burnt bridge of IGBTs out.

[@GraditelMacedonia]

Im owning similar welder and when push that encoder, values jump for 10 every scroll...

[@chuckcoughlin3112]

your link is bad. Just thought you should know

[@MAC_6.7]

Negativity free? Are you even a welder? Lol jk 🤣

[@paulrovira873]

Hey does this welder have two gas inlets