It broke but I am still happy.

[Steve]

About two and a half years ago I bought an Everlast Powertig 250 EX. I've used the heck out of it and it made me tons of cash. I really love my 250.

About two months ago it started having erratic arc starts. It was having a hard time getting an arc going with a very weak start. I called tech support and they had me try a few things but it did not help. It finally gave up the ghost and stopped working all together. I got the dreaded 1450 error code.
One of the really nice things about Everlast is the 5 year warranty. I contacted tech support and they said to send it in. Shipping is not covered so it is a bit expensive but with all the money this machine made for me, I cannot complain.

I sent the machine out about a month ago and they did get a chance to look at it.

I called them today to see when my machine will be ready. The techs told me that it was an amperage control problem. I was told that Everlast has moved their tech repair and that things are a bit behind. So if you have a machine that needs repair, expect at least a 6 week wait for the near future.

Again, I cannot complain as the 250EX has been one hell of a machine for me. If I had to do it over, I'd buy one again. Plus I have heard some stories of other major companies having waits for repairs of several months.

I do a lot of aluminum welding and so just in case, I've invested in a spool gun for my mig welder. Plus I've been using my Cobra DHC2000 gas torch for welding steel. Good to have back ups just in case.

The tech support is great from Everlast. Thanks guys.

[performance]

Ray has moved the repair center to a larger location so to have more room and give more expedient service. Took about 2 weeks I think, but he should be catching back up quickly.

[Steve]

Steve, pm me your information and let me step in here and find out what's going on. This is too long.

Many thanks to Oleg and the group. I know it took longer than normal to repair due to the move and such so I totally understand. They did me right by not charging for the return shipping. You guys are the greatest! I am supposed to get it via UPS Wednesday the 11th of June. Hopefully UPS won't destroy it!!!!!!!!!!

It made me think though that I need a back up to the tig machine if it breaks down. I was using a Hobart Handler 210 with a spool gun for aluminum while the 250 was away....it worked OK but I need better control for finer welding that I often do.
I did have a chance to try a Miller pulsed mig machine but the cost was out of sight. I then looked at the Everlast pulse mig machine and I think I will be getting that as the price is right and I have been hearing good things about the Everlast pulse mig machines. Plus the Everlast has the 5 year warranty where the Miller has only a three year warranty.

Thanks again you guys. I really, really missed my Everlast Powertig 250EX. It is my go to machine for most of my welding.

Don't let this thread discourage you from getting an Everlast machine. I highly recommend them and the 5 year warranty is one of the best offered.