help me choose between these two welders

[Even]

I think with my next paycheck I'm going to finally splurge on a MIG that I have been wanting for a long time. I'm tired of welding with flux core.

Hobart has the bigger name and better reputation most likely, but $100 less for a slightly larger machine is awfully tempting.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=93793

http://www.toolking.com/hobartwelders_500500a.aspx

[DrThunder]

I'd do the hobart just because i'm not so sure about chicago tools now-a-days

[Hydra]

I'd do the hobart just because i'm not so sure about chicago tools now-a-days

X2, with the big name comes big support/funds for technology/quality control.
I have. Chicago tools mig from the 80's and it's never had an issue, but if I could afford it I'd like a newer, brand name mig

[grundlepunch]

dude search craigslist, i got my lincoln 220v 165amp for CHEAP. and its a great welder

go used, but if were going new i would get a lincoln or hobart/miller (same company now adays amiright?)

[grundlepunch]

oh, dont get a 110v welder, you will regret it immediately

[Even]

dude search craigslist

will do, i have plenty of time to look around

[kfeal]

Hobart, Lincoln, Miller

Whats wrong with 110? I run that now with no issues.

[grundlepunch]

Hobart, Lincoln, Miller

Whats wrong with 110? I run that now with no issues.

i wouldn't want to weld cage/armor/skid/steering/links/frame/brackets with a 110v welder. i would like to know that the welds are fully burnt in

[Hydra]

i wouldn't want to weld cage/armor/skid/steering/links/frame/brackets with a 110v welder. i would like to know that the welds are fully burnt in

agreed, anything structural/life saving i use the ARC and burn that shit home

[Even]

I'm going to bite the bullet and get myself a nice 220V. It's going to hurt me in the short term as far as my build is concerned, but it's something I feel I could really benefit from.

I'm going to keep my eyes open on craiglist for good deals, but I've also found some good deals on brand new Lincoln 180a's on ebay.

[grundlepunch]

http://newlondon.craigslist.org/tls/1344516523.html $450

same welder that i have, works fantastic

[Even]

http://newlondon.craigslist.org/tls/1344516523.html $450

same welder that i have, works fantastic

thanks dana, i'll give a call on that today

[grundlepunch]

if its in my neck of the woods ( i think is it) you can paypal me the money and ill pick it up and bring it to the m&g

[Even]

I was on the fence about considering a Snap-on welder as some people told me they were made by century, and have problems. But I posted on Pirate and they said this is a pretty damn good deal, I may check it out.

http://hartford.craigslist.org/tls/1347718605.html

[grundlepunch]

man, just think of the availability and cost of replacement parts. with that lincoln you can walk into any home depot / lowes / abco / airgas and get stuff you need.

and its brand new in box for $450