I would head straight to Harbor Freight for a stick or wire welder and use this opportunity to learn a fun new skill. Plenty of YouTube videos.
This is normally on sale for $80.00.
https://www.harborfreight.com/90-amp...der-61849.html
This is normally on sale for $130.00.
https://www.harborfreight.com/80-amp...der-61749.html
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