Hobart welder Thoughts

[pontgta]

I am thinking of getting this welder Hobart 500535 Welding Hobart Welding Handler 140 with Cart/Helmet


Hobart Welder
Any thoughts? What would be the Lincon Equivilant?

Only want it to fill in small holes or body panel replacements

[jf781]

Good welder - If you look in northern tool it has a bunch of reviews and they are 99% good. Since Hobart is owned/made/what not by miller your not going to have any trouble finding parts.

FWIW - I just bought a used Miller 135 that I plan to do all of the sheet metal with on my 71 (which is a lot).

I would shop around a little and see who has the best price though (including free shipping).

[pontgta]

Thanks for the reply,

I will do some more looking around , but looks like i will be getting this one

Thanks

[62 mark]

Got a hobart off craigslist ,and it works great...it's a 230v unit, so i do bodywork on my 62, and on the high pwer setting i made some hefty uprights for my garage out of 3/16 steel, no problem

[msgross]

the 500500 model is only $479 with free shipping, northerntool.com often has free carts too...

[tommys69/454]

I had E-bayed a 175 handler for around $450 brand new with free shipping, but no cart. but hey I had a welder and made one.!!!

[Fitz]

Originally Posted by pontgta

I am thinking of getting this welder Hobart 500535 Welding Hobart Welding Handler 140 with Cart/Helmet


Hobart Welder

Any thoughts? What would be the Lincon Equivilant?

Only want it to fill in small holes or body panel replacements

Most guys don't know it but Hobart is now owned by Miller. The mid to low end Miller and the Hobart machines have the same internals. What separates the Hobart Handler 140 and the Millermatic 140 is only the autoset. They use the same power supplies etc.

[52 Chevy]

I have the 187 and love it.Almost the same as Miller for way cheaper.

[8mpg]

There are cheaper places to buy... Also, if you get that kit, find out what helmet it is. If its a stanard hemet...get an autodarkening one. Doesnt have to be a high end Hornell but done get a Harbor Freight helmet either. Its your eyes. I like the Miller helmets.

You can get the Lincoln equivalent to that model at Homd Depot or Lowes for $450 or so.

Make sure you get the gas conversion kit with it. Its a must when it comes to welding. Dont even bother with flux core welding.

[mitch1965]

I have the Hobart 140, and I love it. We also have a large Miller at work, but I brought in my hobart for a job in a remote part of our plant for ease of use. I have never regretted this purchase. I have very rarely needed a more powerful unit.
Like others have said, there is no problem at all finding parts.

[custom70]

Another vote for the Hobart 140, I used it alot and its a nice machine for home use.

[Kabwe]

I have a Hobart 180 and I could not do without it. I love it.

[pontgta]

yeah i did get the kit only becasue of i though it was a good deal. It includes the Hobart Black - #770432 helmet .

thanks for all the responses

[ChiefThinElk]

I have a Hobart 140, its 120V, it's my first and only welder and have never had the opportunity to try another make. I am happy with its performance. One thing I must say, I have welded patch panels on both inner and outer rockers, hick panels, floor, door pilars, door panels, lower bed panels, and each time I have to monkey with the contols to inspect and find the best penitration with out burn through. Do you guys with other welders have the same experience?

[Bugeyev8]

I have a hobart 150 and it works perfect, it is a cheaper made unit with all plastic parts on the wire feed motor and when the drive motor has troubles a whole new assy is required...my lincon 120 had a much better quality wire feed assy, I have has the Hobart for 3 years and am happy for the most part, the amp rating is not varible but rather 1/2/3/4 ...sometimes its a pain... but mostly good

[chev-obsession]

hobart makes a good welder. i have a little one, not sure on the size but it plugs into a 110 outlet, perfect for body work and hobby stuff.