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Good welder?
Don't know too much about welding and I'm looking to learn. Don't know that I necessarily need my own, but it'd be nice to have while doing the sas and other accompanying projects. Found one for sale pretty decently priced that I might pick up but don't know if I should splurge for something better
It runs on 208/230 so that kind of threw me, guess it can run on a 240 outlet though?
Or, anyone have a welder for sale?
That is the welder we borrowed from Flem for the past year or so. I think it's a great welder, it's what I welded my cage up with. I think he had some issues with regulators or something. Ask Flem what he thinks.
I like Miller's. I looked at a few lincolns before I decided on my millermatic 210. I just liked it mo betta.
i hear if you order a hobart from tractor supply. it will most likey be drop shipped directly from the miller factory.
Yup and they'll even replace some of the shiney metal parts inside with plastic **** so you dont have to lug around so much weight.Quote:
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see hobarts are cheaper than millers AND better. i did not know that....
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same thing
Make sure that 208/230 is not three phase.
and totally interchangeable, so when your nylon gears wear out you can replace them with metal ones from millerQuote:
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It's single phaseQuote:
Originally Posted by Chadnutz
SP-175 Plus
So, this is good or look for a hobart so I can wait for it to break and make it a miller?
That one's good. Lincolns cost more than millers.
There's nothing wrong with hobarts, at least for the home user. I like how we have experts with experience using and working on them.
Just talked to the guy. It's about 4 years old, says he hasnt touched it in 2 years, he used to make bbq grills with it. Don't know what to look for when checking it out, he told me everything worked well when he last used it, he just "dont need it no more".
He's selling for $500, the things run new about 1K. Do they hold their value if I decided I wanted to get rid of it, or should I jump on this one. He told me he'd bring it to Dallas this weekend if I wanted it instead of me driving out to Tyler/Lindale to pick it up. Also said he'd throw in a co2 tank, but its a coke tank so I dont know if anyone will fill it.
I have heard people swear to a miller, some to lincolns. Most folks who buy a hobart either buy them for the price or convenience (TSC being open on sunday). They are all good machines, but if you plan on running a production line, then the machine you have will not make it. You will need something a little heavier, but I figure you will use it like I do mine for minor repairs, and small fab ups here and there. It will serve you well, and if you think you are getting a good deal on it then jump on it. I have heard debates on millers and lincolns get more heated than a bar full of nascar fans on race day, so go on with yo bad self. :beer:
If you can plug it in somewhere try it out. Hopefully he has some gas in the bottle, if not you can still see if it works without. Check if the wire is rusty before using it though. If its rusty you just have to remove the first layer or so and it'll be good.
Check the tip out, it is kind of like checking to see what radio station the guys listens to. If it is clogged up and burnt to ****, then I would be wary. Check the condition of the plug and the gauges, those are good indicators of how someone cares for their tools.
Probably wont have anywhere to plug it in. Only 240 is in the laundry room and those things are wedged in there tighter than robbies ass when he's around krebs.
I guess I'll just check it out and try to talk him down. I have no idea what it's worth other than new they cost the $1K.
I got my Miller 175 from one of my dad's good friend's over a year ago and it's worked great, paid about $375 for it. It's well over 5 yr's. old or so and has been rebuilt several times but it still welds good, there's nothing wrong with buying a used one, just check it out.
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check the cigarette lighter, if it has ash on it, it's been smoked in...right Karl? :)
how many cupholders does it have?
$580 "*NEW*" on ebay
http://cgi.ebay.com/LINCOLN-SP-135-P...QQcmdZViewItem
maybe there is something in the fine print im not seeing
nevermind thats a 135 im dumb
$765 for the 175 "*NEW*"
Yea, I was just looking at those. Don't know if I shoud just pony up for a new unit and get the 3 year warranty, since I'm liable to **** something up on it.
I left the guy a message with an offer of 400, if he calls back, I'll check it out this weekend. I dont think I even really NEED a welder, but I have some $$ and I like buying stuff
then buy some chit for the garage and lets put it to use. we need to buy a torch now, hmmm. my turn
I've had a hobart for over 5 years now. Never had a problem with it until david O was using it :flipoff2: Actually, it just need a new tip.
I know scott has a 135 miller and he's ran too many 10 pound spools through it to count.
you'll never use it enough to know the difference between the brands. especially if you dont already have a preference. personally, i dont like the incremental amperage control on the hobart. i like the variable control on the miller, but if i were buying one for my personal use and found a deal on a hobart id jump on it and i grew up using millers and like them. you or i are never gonna use one enough around the house to wear it out. i have no opinion on the lincoln but would be happy to have one.
the regulator they come with is crap with oddball threads. other than that the welder is fine.
I paid 500 for mine too, so they might not hold their value.
My dad got one of the 300 amp lincoln ones for $300, but it had had almost a whole roll through it and was 3 years old. We've put about another 2 rolls through it. It works great for all our uses like building exhaust and truck accessories. But they won't use it on trailers and it's not practical for trusses.
I finally used my Lincoln Ranger 10000 and it seems to be good but loud, and I only welded about half a 6011 with it.
I paid about 1500 for my hobart generator/welder... a little high but it is portable
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is this the 360 powered one you built?
No that's the 2 year old gas powered one I got for $1000 with 1400 hrs on it. It's powered by a 20 hp kohler. It sits next to the big ugly metal brake with stuff stacked on it, but I start it every time I go home. I think about mounting it in the back of dodge so I look cool.
my hobart 180 has worked fine for just about anything around the house....usually dont have to turn it up much when welding....i got mine with a helmet, gloves, regulator, and stand for around 700
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Where'd you get yours from?
I've been looking at both the lincoln 175 plus and the hobart 180 now.
Only differences I've seen is that the lincoln will do up to 1/2" with an additional kit and hobart will do up to 5/16".
I'm not sure how much 1/2 stuff I'd be doing, but it would be nice to have the capability.
Looking like about 760 for the lincoln and 650 for the hobart.
try here, we got our welder and plasma cutter from them.
http://store.cyberweld.com/migwelders.html
Dang that place is right down the road from me, DANG!
Any comments as to the hobart welding up to 5/16" only? Can you use a different wire to weld thicker, or just do more passes?
Is the lincoln worth the extra $80?
Yea you can weld thicker with multiple passes. The lincoln doesn't weld 1/2" in one pass either.
If you can get a Hobart for the price you want don't be scared by the guys saying they suck or whatever. It will do just fine. When I was oilfield trash last summer I saw a lot of people using hobarts and these guys work 90+ hours a week welding pipeline and welding onto casings. These are arc welders so maybe they're a step above the mig but they sure as hell can take abuse.
Alright, I've started looking back into welders lately, to have one around the shop so I don't have to bum welding services all the time.
I've been thinking about just getting a decent stick to have around, but that limits me as far as doing some lighter work and on tubing for the sliders. So, I've been looking at the hobart 180. Anyone ever used this one before? I've found a pretty decent deal on it, so I might just go ahead and buy and ask questions later, but figure I'd try on here real quick.
Also, whats it cost to have someone come out and run a 240 outlet to the garage? I assume it's something that needs to be done by a certified electrician, correct? Or is that something I can do myself without dieing?
If you can't weld sliders with a stick you suck.
Get the hobart 180, I like those. Been thinking of getting one for when I build me buggy. Probably won't anyway.
The wiring isnt' hard to do... How the hell did our house on austin st. burn down again?Quote:
Originally Posted by JeepPhisherman
I've had the Hobart 175 for years and it's never given me any problems. I can't say much fro the 180 as I've never used it.