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A lot of people ask, What is a Duty Cycle? Especially when they're checking out our welders and plasma cutters. In simple terms, it's how long a machine can operate in a 10-minute period. For example, the duty cycle of our Mig 175 welder is 30% at 135 amps. That means, when it's running at 135 amps, it can operate 3 out of 10 minutes - then it must cool the other 7. That's a good duty cycle for a machine that can handle everything you need it to do on that restoration. And if you don't think 3 minutes is a long time, hold a pencil like you are welding, and run it across your desk for three minutes.

"I purchased two Pro1200SE lifts for my garage back in October 2014 and they are of the utmost TOP QUALITY of any lift I have seen or used and are working outstanding. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this lift to any consumer looking to purchase a QUALITY lift which includes all the accessories and no need to purchase them separately. Clark had answered all of my questions that I had prior to purchasing and add. I ordered my lifts on a Saturday and they were delivered the following Friday! You will need a forklift of some sort to get the lifts out of the truck as they are extremely heavy FYI. Thanks much NH Pro Equipment for the great experience!"

-Brandon P., Definitive Contracting Big Lake, Minnesota

Check out Brandon's chopper, a 2004 Bourget Python on one lift and his 2009 Harley Davidson CVO RoadGlide on the other. He says, "I have been working on some stereo upgrades on the bagger and of course all the routine yearly maintenance on both (tires, oil changes, etc). "

Thanks to Yulonda for purchasing the PRO 1200 Motorcycle Lift for her husband for Christmas. We're glad to hear he's so happy with it (and you!)!

"The lift is working great! My husband loves it. It was exactly as advertised and what we expected. I'm the best wife ever thanks to this awesome Christmas gift! Thank you," Yulonda E. Rector, Arkansas

Eastwood's Mig 250 Welder is powerful, easy to use, and - it won't break the bank. Featuring inverter technology, and completely portable, it weighs 1/2 as much as similar welders (and costs 1/2 as much, too). Though lightweight, it still manages to delivers all the power you will need to weld steel up to a 1/2" thick and aluminum up to 1/4" thick, with a 60% duty cycle at its full 250 amp setting. Plus, with the efficiency of the inverter and the ability to run on 120v or 240v, you can easily take it to the race track or job site and run it off a generator. It is also completely adjustable, re: both voltage and wire feed speed settings, is capable of accepting both 4" & 8" diameter spools and feed steel, stainless or flux core wire from .023” to .045”. Optional spool gun also available. Features 120 or 240 volt powered Infinitely adjustable 30-250 amp welding range 60% duty cycle at 250 amp setting Inverter technology Uses 4" or 8" wire spool Optional spool gun for aluminum wire Torch cable length: 10 feet Ground cable length: 10 feet Warranty: 3 Year Weighs: 66 lbs Includes 250 amp output MIG gun Ground cable and clamp Gas regulator and hose Instruction manual 120VAC to 240VAC cord 2 lb spool of MIG wire.

"I have to say I am very happy with the purchase.  First off, the delivery came much quicker than I anticipated, and unpacking and setting up the lift was pretty easy.  I just recently swapped out the swingers, rear shock, front forks and front wheel on my Victory XC and the the lift was invaluable, and performed flawlessly! Thanks again for a great product and the quick turn around on my order!"

-Karl, Millersville, MD

Visit the PRO 1200SEMAX Motorcycle Lift Package on NHProEquip.com.

Thanks to Tyler of Coon Rapids, Minnesota for the nice comments and photo! "The lift is awesome!   Couldn't be happier with it.  You guys did an awesome job. Thanks." He added this, along with a photo:

Thanks for the great review, Tina - we're glad your husband is enjoying the lift! "I got this for my husband for Christmas and he loves it. He has his bike sitting on it right not, hasn’t had too much time to be working on anything. He thought it was of good quality, color was good ( fits into his “Harley” color scheme). Impressed that I thought to get him something like this. I believe I spoke with Clark when I ordered it, he had all the answers I needed and helped me with the shipping arrangement. Winner winner." Tina, Winchester VA

2/7 Roarin' on the River 14999 Historic Rte 66 Topock, AZ Proceeds benefitting local children and adults with vision needs. Featuring Sports Cars, Classic Cars, Muscle Cars, and Exotics. 9:30 - 10 am registration and parking 10 am - 3 pm - SHOW

2/13-2/15  5th Annual O'Reilly Auto Parts Auto-Rama Dallas Market Hall Dallas, TX America's top rods, customs, and trucks, "burn out" contest, model car contest, FMX and Globe of Death Stunt Shows, exhibits, free parking.  40,000 expected to attend over 3 days.

2/13-2/15  55th Annual O'Reilly Auto Parts Kansas City World of Wheels Bartle Hall Kansas City, MO The O'Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels returns to Missouri's largest exhibition facility, Bartle Hall. Hosted by Rod-tiques Car Club. Cars, exhibitors, featured attractions!

2/13-2/15 O'Reilly Auto Indianapolis 56th Annual World of Wheels Indiana State Fairgrounds Indianapolis, IN Hot Rods, Customs, Tuners and Trucks, Competition for the Hoosier & Circle City Award, Live Music, Pinstriper's Charity Auction and Motorama '62 featuring traditional Rods, and More!

2/14-2/15 37th Annual Corvette/Chevy Expo Reliant Center Houston, TX World Class Show Cars, Major National Vendors, Aftermarket showcase, Buy/Sell Your Dream Car! Corvettes, Camaros, Bel Airs, '55 - '57 Chevys, Chevy Classics, Monte Carlos, Cameos, Corvairs, El Caminos, Classic Chevy Trucks, Impalas, Nomads, Novas

2/20-2/22 53rd Annual O'Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels Wisconsin State Fair Park Milwaukee, WI Milwaukee's premier indoor automotive event featuring Motorama '62 featuring traditional Rods,Pinstripe Legends Charity Auction, TS Customs Bike Display Sponsored by Hupy and Abraham, ISCA Student Career Day on Opening Day. Meet Celebrity Guest WWE Superstar  Seth Rollins!

2/20 - 2/22  Lone Star Throwdown 2015 Lone Star Expo Center and Mongomery County Fairgrounds Conroe, TX We're all about hanging with good friends and showing off our rides! Cash prizes, "Top 75" and "Best of" Awards

2/21 - 2/22  Motorama Presents the Rod, Custom, and Tuner Show Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex Harrisburg, PA Over $15,000 in cash awards and prizes! Purse payout to Best and Outstanding Competition Divisions, Quarter midget racing, Rod, custom and tuner show, Robot Conflict, Go-Kart Racing, Remote Control Racing, Arenacross Racing, Speedshow, Vendors 2/22 First Cruise-in of the year for Hooters Slidell.

Feb 22nd 2015, then 3rd Sunday after this one. Hooters 1776 Gause Boulevard Slidell, LA 70461 Open cruise-in for cars, trucks, bikes, whatever you drive; come show it off and have some wings while your here. Area for vehicles showing will be roped off in front of restaurant and down the side. As this is a restaurant- no burn outs, no loud music, no reckless driving, we want to be able to continue this cruise-in every month.

2/27 - 3/1  60th Annual O'Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels Century Link Center, Omaha, NE Special guest celebrities include Farmtruck and AZN, co-stars of Street Outlaws, Wrestling Superstar Shawn Michaels and Peyton List of Disney's "Jessie." Also featuring Motocross Stunt Shows. Rider Award and Legend Cup.

Thanks to Eric V. for the nice pic of his friend's Victory on the PRO 1200 Motorcycle Lift! He writes, "One tool....One lift table...Sure makes things easier. A friend wanted me to work on his new Victory...I said sure, then I got out my favorite tool (okay second favorite tool).......The new Vance and Hines exhaust sounds great."