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Hobart 140 Mig Welder

Discussion in 'The Tool Shed' started by Stout, Jan 10, 2017.

  1. Jan 10, 2017
    Stout

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    Bought a new MIG welder. I went with the Hobart 140 based on on-line reviews. I'm going to practice with flux welding before stepping up to gas. Haven't plugged it in yet but hopefully it will work better than my old Craftsman flux only welder.
     
  2. Jan 10, 2017
    Pack Rat

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    I think you will not be disappointed (y).
     
  3. Jan 10, 2017
    Daryl

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    Easier and cleaner welds with solid wire and gas shielding. Gases Flux wire is really just meant for outdoor farmer fixes.
     
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  4. Jan 10, 2017
    oldtime

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    X2 and use 75% Argon 25% CO2 gas for mig welding mild steel.

    Is this the same Hobart welder that you have ?
    Welders Save My Sanity Please
     
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  5. Jan 10, 2017
    Stout

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    That's the one. I just tried it out by welding two pieces of scrap metal together. Love it! Even I can weld with this thing. I've never welded with gas before (true MIG welding) and can't wait to try it. It came with the setup but I need to get a tank somewhere.
     
  6. Jan 10, 2017
    47v6

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    just bypass the flux core stuff and go directly to MIG. Get the biggest bottle they carry.
     
  7. Jan 11, 2017
    Daryl

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    Be very careful buying bottles from a private seller used. Very common for people to sell store owned bottles as owner bottles. Sometimes getting a bargain can bite you when you go to exchange your bottle and the store keeps it. There are no set rules on how to identify a owner vs a store rental. Different regions use different rules. Always best to buy a bottle from a welding store
     
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    47v6

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    This is my experience as well
     
  9. Jan 11, 2017
    Mcruff

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    Bought mine from tractor supply!
    I have had my Hobart 140 for about 6-7 years now, love it.
     
  10. Jan 11, 2017
    tarry99

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    True.................but most bottles have a Servicing Company name clearly deeply stamped into the bottle near the screw on cap.....................call the company with all the info stamped and they can tell you whether or not the bottle is an owner unit or not.
    Along with that if the bottle has been out of service for many years a charge may be levied to recertify it prior to refilling.................check with your local welding gas supplier as to the cost of the bottle size you require prior to looking at anything used.
     
  11. Jan 11, 2017
    Mark Wahlster

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    make sure you change the polarity when going from Flux to MIG
     
  12. Jan 22, 2017
    Stout

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    Well, got a tank of gas and hooked it up -- and I remembered to change the polarity, thanks Mark. Wow, what a difference! With some practice, I may be welding like a pro. I welded up a stand for my drill press out of some angle iron and it worked splendidly. Love this welder.
     
  13. Jan 22, 2017
    IRQVET

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    I have a Hobart 210 MPV, best money ever spent- capable of anything I've thrown at it thus far.
     

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    Stout

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    I was going to buy the MVP but cheaped out. I may regret it some day but for the type of welding I do, 110 volts is enough.
     
  15. Jan 24, 2017
    GeoffreyL

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    you can do alot with the 140 amps. i have a miller 140 110 unit and i've welded the frame on my truck a couple times when i found cracks. just keep it nice and hot and you can get almost anything you want done.
     
  16. Sep 19, 2017
    Dauntless1971

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    I am about to pull the trigger on a welder. All that I need it to do is weld on both the body and the frame of my CJ5. I borrowed my friends little miller unit on a boat frame and felt I did OK. For a budget this welder appears to be all I would need? On a cj frame would really need to torch it first?
     
  17. Sep 19, 2017
    tarry99

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    A 110v welder may be OK for many jobs........but the 220v welder with dual voltage & 110v adapter plug covers all the needs.......now and in the future.
     
  18. Sep 20, 2017
    oldtime

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    Yeah.... You need about 180 amps minimum to weld 3/16"thick frame.
     
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