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Old 09-04-2020, 01:09 PM
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I'm looking at adding a welder to my shop. Due to my budget I know a 220 welder is preferred and would be better overall but can't afford one of those and the necessary wiring/outlet to install it at the moment. I've heard decent reviews around 110v wires (hobart) but didn't know if they are any good. I'm looking at welding up clearances in major wear points like rock shafts/holes, mower deck holes, sub frame pin holes, seat pan pin holes that have wallered out and are no longer tight, etc. Does anyone have one they use that they like?

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Old 09-04-2020, 09:05 PM
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I am partial to "Miller". Been around for a long time with a good reputation. I have a 211 Millermatic and I really like it. I see a lot of Esab emerging.
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https://www.lincolnelectric.com/en-a...s/welders.aspx

Then pick USA from list of countries
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Old 09-05-2020, 08:27 AM
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I have this Hobart. It's a great welder for home shop use.

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/pr...r?cm_vc=-10011
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A good welding machine,
does not a craftsman make.
Pick something in your price range or a good used machine and learn how to use it with years of experience/practice.
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Old 09-05-2020, 09:50 AM
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I like my Miller 210 for most jobs. It can run on 110 or 220. It is light enough to throw in the back of the truck when needed. It wont weld thick materials like a stick will however, It has no problem up to 3/8. I also have an aluminum spool gun for it.
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Old 09-05-2020, 06:36 PM
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my two cents... tools and tires are two things in life where you get what you pay for. I suggest you get a brand name welder (Lincoln, Miller, Hobart) that is for the material grade and thickness you plan on welding. There are not a lot of consumables for MIG and TIG but you want them to be available for the next 30 years I am assuming. I also suggest you buy a MIG or TIG not a flux core or stick (arc buzzbox whatever) welder. MIG is probably the easiest to learn if you don't know how to weld already. The flux core wire is a bit pricey the blanketing gas is inexpensive and lasts quite a while unless you are welding often.

I have Lincoln Welders and Hypertherm Plasma. I have never had any problem finding consumables and my MIG is over twenty years old
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It depends on your budget. Around here people want almost as much for a used machine as it would cost new. I tried buying my machine from the local welding store but the guy didn't have time to show me any of his machines or answer any of my questions so I purchased it online and saved a bunch of money.

I looked at the welders at Hazard Freight but the cost savings just wasn't enough. They do have some pretty nice machines.
https://www.harborfreight.com/search?q=welder

I ended up going with Esab and I would put their equipment up against any other machine made. I wanted to buy a pretty blue welder but Esab offered a multi process machine that could do mig, tig and stick for the same price as the Miller.

Here is where I purchased my machine.
https://bakersgas.com/

Good luck and let us know what you get.
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I have a Hobart Handler 187 MIG welder and using the factory manual to look up part numbers, it also lists Miller numbers. Miller bought Hobart and it seems the only difference is the paint color.

I would purchase a brand name welder, Miller , Hobart , Lincoln or ESAB.

If you go with TIG welder, I highly recommend a water cooled torch if you are doing anything more than sheetmetal. Again, go name brand on the torch so you will be able to get parts in the future.

Same with auto darkening welding helmets, name brand. Deals can be found on ebay. I got a $300 Jackson auto darkening helmet on ebay for under $100 shipped. You can also get magnifiers that fit in the helmet if you have "older" eyes or do small work.

If you're new to welding, either learn from professional welder ( someone who knows how to weld correctly) or take a class at the local Tech school.
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I know this is an old post, but if you have not yet bought a welder check into Baker welding. Check on line on their web site then visit a local store. They have stores in Monroe Mi.Tecumseh Mi, and Wauseon Oh. I would look into a dual voltage Miller 211 that they have on sale right now. I have the older version and it is a great welder for home and light shop use. It will weld up to 3/8 on 220V and 3/16 on 110V. I have been buying all of my welding supplies and machines from them and they have good service. This would allow you to get a welder you can use now on 110V and down the road if you upgrade your electrical you can just change the included adaptor plug and plug into 220.
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