Guess I get to start welding!!

It has the option for gas as well. It came with 2 spools of wire, 1 flux core and 1 solid, I figure i will try practicing with the flux core. I havent priced gas out yet but its probably pricey.
PoisonDart74 that is a good idea with the dimmer.
Dovercrossing, I have left over 14/2 wire in the garage and was going to use it, but you are saying that 12/2(larger than 14/2) wont cut it???

Whats everyone think of this autodarkening helmet?? It's 1/2 price, the only concern I have is that it takes no batteries, it's powered by solar panel??? Dunno how good that would be....
http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/6/Tools/WeldingSoldering/AccessoriesRodsWire/PRD~0580037P/Lincoln+Electric+Darkfire+Autodarkening+Welding+Helmet%2C+Shades+9-13.jsp?locale=en#BVRRWidgetID

Thanks for the tips everyone!!