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iTrader: (14)

Ive used Lincoln brand welders for a long time. Its time for me to purchase one for the occasional at home use, and this Lincoln Power MIG 140 C really seems to be a decent deal. I can purchase it new for right around $640. Do you guys have any oppinions or other recommendations? All i will be using it for is occasional collsion repair work, and other automotive and race related stuff.

sciff5

iTrader: (1)

That is a good deal on a new one of those machines. I think they are like 800 normally.

That being said I got a LE 180 (Not the C version so its the cheaper stepped unit instead of continously variable used for 300$ and it had never actually been used)

Gordon0652

iTrader: (4)

If you can not afford Miller go with Hobart, i had a Lincoln and screw their support when you need it - okay welders till they break.

Mr.Nguyen

Got 10 of then at the college and they all broke down. The 8 hobart are still kicking. All machines we used daily for 3.5 years.

MYSTIC-1SC

iTrader: (14)

thanks guys what hobart welder would you recommend for me?

Gordon0652

iTrader: (4)

Yes, i believe a hobart handler 140 you can campare to the Lincoln. And they are around 450-500$ maybe less because of the Holidays.

MYSTIC-1SC

iTrader: (14)

thanks again for the advice. I assume its a gas/ or fluxcore wire welder as well.

MYSTIC-1SC

iTrader: (14)

ok i just checked it out looks like its right around $480 with a welding cart included. If anyone else has found a better price or has any suggestions Id appreciate it. I definetly think the Hobart will suite me very well.

Gordon0652

iTrader: (4)

Yes it is. i had the Hobart 140 for my first welder - and i still have it 6 years later but it only comes out when i have to leave my shop for something small.

01ssreda4

iTrader: (96)

I have the Lincoln 135 and it welds like a dream. Been welding perfect for the last 3 years. I would say I use it more then the average garage mechanic would

Mr.Nguyen

Any dollar you save from a welder should be saved up for a plasma cutter.

Daryn

iTrader: (19)

i have a lincoln 140 hd.. ive had it for a while... welds like a beast!!

01ssreda4

iTrader: (96)

You can do all the exhaust work you want once you get your new welder.

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iTrader: (14)

haha Heck YEA, LMAO.

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iTrader: (14)

Ok guys here is another one to throw in the mix. Its the Eastwood 135 mig welder. I read several reviews and even watched a few videos on it, and for $300 its tempting even though im a namebrand kinda guy. It has a 3 year no hassle return policy and does basically all the same things the hobart and lincoln are suppose to. Just curious if any of u guys had used or heard any stories about this welder?