I want to get into welding machine repair, but I need broken

What lead you into wanting to specialize in something like that?

On top of that, the market for this is likely slim, if it's a welder worth having, it likely won't break

>>1214176
I work in a welding supply shop and the guy I consistently deal with who fixes machines when they break is incredibly unreliable, I have to deal with it because he's actually the only certified miller\lincoln repair technician in the area and really it's more than he can do on his own. (He's had some of my customers machines for upwards of 6 months because he's so backed up). I've already asked him about coming in and offered to work for free any time I can because I just want to learn, but he's not interested. Thus, my current position.

>>1214169
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>>1214177
Repairing a welder will consist of replacing one of just a few big expensive parts. All of which are going to be proprietary to the machine.

All the trained technician does is put it on his bench, make a part order from Miller, and swap the parts when they show up.

>>1214169
Pipeliners op.

Not a cheap introductory eaither.

Lots of new guys fresh out of school buy some old shitbox that has been updated with new parts for a descent starting rig.

Seriously just find a bar or pipeline near you and bring a couple of cases of beer and tell them u wanna rebuild pipeliner welders. Most all of the old pros have a few just kicking aroubd