1st time welder

if you have the capability buy the 220v you will be hapier when you see your electric bill in the long run. if your like most people and have a electric clothes drier in the garage your home free just put the correct plug on the machine or make a extension cord. the main thing you need to look at on any welder is the duty cycle at different amperages. and if it is a mig see what size wires it can handle and what you have to do to change sizes. you can weld pretty much anything in the home shop atmosphere with nothing heavier then .030 wire. body sheet metal will be .023 wire, here is a good welding site to check out for good info and tips. www.weldingweb.com good luck and lots of practice and patience. also stock up on grinding wheels you will need them lol