[WilliamAWebb]

I was able to get a Brand new miller 211 for 598.00 so I think I am going to end up getting the jd2 model 32. The next question is what software I should get to go with it. I am looking at the bend tech ez, but I am wondering whether or not I should step it up to the Bend tech ez 3D. I am planning on making my own tube fenders, modifying front bumper with a stinger and grill guard, and fabbing up my own roll cage that is going to be frame mounted so the 3D design aspect may come in handy. What do you all think?

Also do you all think 1 3/4 in die set will be a good overall tube for my projects? Should I go with .120 or 1/4 in wall dom for the cage?

 

[bodyguy]

.188 wall

 

[jeffmarion]

I was able to get a Brand new miller 211 for 598.00

Where did you find this deal, I'm looking for a new welder...

 

[PhilD]

Those northern tool ones you posted are pipe benders, not tube benders. They'll bend it, but they'll look like total poo..

That is why they are known as "tube crimpers"

I don't have one, but know people who use JD2 Model 3's and they swear by them. They all swear by chromoly and TIG welding too.

 

[WilliamAWebb]

my mothers boyfriend runs the briggs and stratton/ ferris industries plant in upstate new york so he gets the millers for half price. He was able to get this for me for an early christmas present.

 

[BAILEIGH INC]

The JD2 and Pro-Tools tube benders are pretty much the entry level for getting a good bender. Those Northern Tool and Harbor Freight Benders are tube kinkers from what I have read. When I get a bender I plan on going with the Baileigh RDB-050. You get what you pay for in tube benders.

x2

You get what you pay for.

 

[08rubicon]

Just picked this up off Craigslist from a good oh boy. He said it's a Jd2 model 3. From what I can tell it is, but there are no markings that I have found yet. It's really dirty and my 18 month old makes it hard for me to get out there and clean it up. Pluse the fact I'm hiding it from the warden. Haha

 

[BIGROCZ]

There was a great write up doing a side by side comparison of the JD2, Pro Tools, and JMR. The JMR had more material thickness at the critical pin locations and it was the only one that usedbronze bushings at the main pin. This prevents wear and allows the pin to be removed without the arms separating. Another think to note, JMR and Pro Tools dieswill interchange where JD2 only works on their bender. And the dies for the JD2 won't work on the JD32 when you upgrade...Just my. 02