Plasma cutter for the poor

Harbor freight plasma cutters came out in the sale paper today for $500!

 

just a follow up from my original post. apparently the parker guys have lost their following on the off road board... buyer as always beware...

 

I am glad I read this I have been looking for a plasma also.How much cleaning the metal is usually involved?Does it have to be spotless.I use my die grinder and air recip saw for sheet metal and it works well.I am just wondering for the money is a plasma worth it or should I save a buck and buy new tires?