I have a portable Miller Trailblazer 302 AC/DC welder generator. 11,000 KW generator. Has handle and a nice set of wheels on it, easy to move. It has 373 hours on it. Fresh Amsoil oil change and new oil filter. Just did a tune up including air filter and air filter pre cleaner, fuel filter. All at 3...

I agree. I am going to call Air gas and Lincoln tomorrow.

That's what I'm thinking. I can't figure out what's else could be wrong.

I live in Ortonville, MI. I weld probably 3 days a week at work. I have multiple sertifications including DOT. I think I have enough experience but maybe I'm just having a stupid moment. . .(Not trying to be a smartass haha) I've pretty much had this problem with the welder since I bought it. Maybe ...

So I have tried adjusting the fine tune on multiple settings, tired 7018 rod from different places and still am having issues. Sometimes the weld starts out great then turns to cap with tons of spattter and the rod gets glowing. I probably get 1-2 out 15 welds decent. Could it he the welder?

Thanks guys!
My name's Matt. I really appreciate all the help. I'm gonna have that a try and see how it goes. Any other tips or ideas are much appreciated!

Hey guys! I know there pretty new but I was wondering if anyone had used the new line of Forney welders. The look really nice, well built. A buddy of mine owns a welding shop and says that he likes them better than miller 250's or linclon 256 and has used and sells all theee. Just curious. Thanks, M...

I am running electrode postive. It kinda feels like I can't get the machine set right.

What's going on? I'm new to the site and have a question!? I have a 2014 linclon Ranger 225 and I'm having trouble getting it set to the right amperage. Lots of spatter. Rod gets real hot. I'm using 7018 1/8" Excalibur. Roughly where would I be on the settings to be at 120 amps? Thanks guys!