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Nov 19, 2003 | 03:25 PM

LT1driver

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which welder better???

I need a welder for general projects on vette and household things. I plan to buy a mig Lincoln Electric 135 or the Hobart Handler 135, both same price, any comments or recommendations, thanks. :cheers:

Nov 19, 2003 | 03:44 PM

red76vette

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Re: which welder better??? (LT1driver)

I have been real happy with my Lincoln 135 that I have had for a year. I use it for small welding jobs and it has worked great. I don't have any experience with the hobart to compare the two.

Nov 19, 2003 | 03:52 PM

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Re: which welder better??? (red76vette)

I agree with red 76 I have had a lincoln for about 10 years with no priblimes.

Nov 20, 2003 | 08:57 AM

norvalwilhelm

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Re: which welder better??? (LT1driver)

Either will do but it must, must be 220 volts. The 220's are a real step up from the 110's and run gas. The wire is cheaper, it doesn't burn through as quick and you can run overhead.
Flux core acts like stick and it takes alot more skill running vertical and overhead.
Get 220 and gas :)

Nov 20, 2003 | 09:22 AM

redwingvette

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Re: which welder better??? (norvalwilhelm)

:iagree: The 220 volt with gas make for easier better looking welds.

Nov 20, 2003 | 10:51 AM

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Re: which welder better??? (LT1driver)

Either should be fine. Personally, I have a Lincoln but Hobart is also a good name.

Nov 20, 2003 | 11:47 PM

LT1driver

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Re: which welder better??? (burners)

thanks guys, the 135s both use gas or wire. :D I'd like 220 but the cost goes way up for an one in a while user.

Nov 20, 2003 | 11:57 PM

mapman

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Re: which welder better??? (LT1driver)

Either of those 110 welder's should work well for occasional use. I have a small Clarke MIG welder (Gas/No Gas) that is VERY similar to one of the Sears Craftsman welders. It does a good job on small projects.