I need to buy a welder and I don't have much money to spend. Harbor Freight often times has some seemingly very good offers on Chicago Electric Welders such as http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=6271

I also haven't welded anything since high school 30 years ago, but I need to start welding some things on my 67 Chevelle. I have to repair a toeboard (that would be in perfect shape if it didn't look like someone hadn't try to run a 2 x 6 through it), weld in bucket seat brackets, repair holes drilled in the firewall (a previous owner was a real hack), then do some bodywork repair such as a 50cent size rust area on one fender and lower patch panels for the rear quarters, not because of rust but whatever somebody decided to let roll around in the trunk.

I know that most would recommend Lincol Electric, but unless I find a really good deal, I can't afford one. thanks for your time

If you haven't welded in years-go to a wrecking yard and purchase some of the sheet metal to practice on. Gas welding is easier-but its not as strong as electric. Use a proper face shield and go for it. I use gas for my arc welding and it welds smoother.

If Harbor Freight is involved, it won't be made in Chicago.

I notice that they don't say the gas regulator is included.

Save your money and buy one that works right and which you can get parts for in the coming years.

Buy a real good quality welder from the local welding supply. Or just do this, find the local welding shop and stop there. Ask questions about why they don't carry cheap welders anymore or at all. Low cost welders don't last and are very easy to push beyond duty cycle causing expensive repairs. Buy from the local shop and get it all in one stop.