PURCHASES HOBART CHAMPION ELITE ENGINE DRIVEN WELDER
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- Опубліковано 27 сер 2024
- So I finally decided to jump the gun and purchase an engine driven welder. The main reason I got this over the Lincoln Eagle 10000 or Ranger 225 was this was 600 dollars cheaper for better specs.
The BobCat 225 was in my list also but was $3800 shipped vs $2709 on the Hobart, yes the BobCat had a few more features but I couldn't pay $1,100 more because of the Ac Weld Feature and CC/CV.
I decided to purchase the Hobart to get small stuff around the ranch repaired.
This Hobart is Made in the U.S.A. and the price is great for a Welder / Generator combination. *Thanks for Posting !!*
It's a great machine. It may not be a pipeline rig but it works great. The generator can power alot of stuff and I should really run some test on it.
JUST GOT ONE. YOUR CAMERA WORK AND POINTING OUT THE LITTLE THINGS WERE GREAT. THANK YOU. NOW WHEN I READ ABOUT THESE THINGS IT WILL BE EASIER TO UNDERSTAND.....NO WELD EXPERIENCE...YET;))
My battery died last week so I have to replace it now. I say the battery lasted a good few years. Thanks for supporting my channel.
I hooked mine up with an electric fuel pump, 2psi. I like it better. I also got an analog gauge kit from Miller, 2 gauges amps and volts. I also ran a #4 cable from my truck alternator to the welder battery, with a solenoid, Nice welder, hope you get a lot of use out of it !!! GREAT VIDEO review 😆😆😆
I cant wait to install this on my flat bed truck I am building which is also on my channel. I like the idea of the battery being charged by the alternator of vehicle its on. So basically you installed gauges to see the amperage, that is awesome. I wish you had a channel or video on it. I will check out millers page in a bit.
Any more details on these mods? Specifically the fuel pump (why) and the amp/volt meters?
@@aaroncooper2851
the why on the electric fuel pump, ? Because if you don't use it everyday, the fuel evaporate s, making it crank for a long time before it will start. Plus you can at the end of the day shut off the fuel pump and run the carburetor dry, so the new ethanol gas DOESN'T rot the carburetor.
Volt and Amp gauges, when your welding to code you need to set the specified voltage on the suitcase wirefeeder.
@@billarroo1 Thanks! Assuming here the volt and amp gauges only move when welding? Do you have more information on this? Very interested in how you have it setup.
@@aaroncooper2851 I remember now the Miller volt amp gauge kit is from a 325 or 350 trailblazer. and the induction sensor goes around the NEGATIVE lead inside the machine. . also both gauges are set in a ALUMINUM 1/8" plate that is bolted to the top front and Hangs over the front.
Nice rig, can't wait to see how it preforms... Keep us posted on your review of the welding machine...
I will place an updated video as soon as I place fluids in it and get my leads in. Thanks
Jorge Serna what part of South Texas you from?
50 Miles South of Laredo Texas.
Oh ok, I'm from the RGV, so I can relate to the heat index...lol. Well thanks and enjoy your rig..
Thanks.
I bought one it's actually my second one of these I love them miller owns them there good machines
They are awesome machines. I havent used it much since the grass is so dry here and 112 degree weather sucks. I plan to install this on my dually I got.
Miller doesn't not own Hobart. They are both owned by Illinois Tool Works.
I'm having trouble with the fine adjustment. How much does each number stand for? I have no idea how many amps im actually at. Trying to learn the machine has been a bitch cuz of no display of amps
@@archvile2764 I think the point of the comment was that Miller and Hobart are practically the same nowadays (same parent company but different brands) but they OBVIOUSLY share design departments or at least fluidly share the engineering behind both product lines. Granted the Miller machine will have additional features but for people like me that run stick only and have no need (or desire) to run mig, tig or FC, it's a perfect fit for a great price. The way I see it, Miller gives Hobart the designs for each machine, Hobart then strips the model down here and there and markets the striped down machine with Hobart branding for the DIY homeowner at a much better price. It actually works out well for filling the gap in between different Miller models for those that don't need all the bells and whistles but still need the power and dependability. Hobart machines literally have miller part numbers. Personally I do not feel Hobart is any more a "homeowner/DIY grade" welder than Miller is, in fact, I prefer Hobart in many cases.
Very nice! Hope you get great use from it!!
I have used it several times as a generator during storms and has worked great. I plan to use it more as I finish my flat bed build.
Good deal. Now burn that rod hoss! All the best.
Hi Jorge. New to your Channel . I’m Service tech on unit . That unit and of new unit do not jump start them if battery gets weak . Only trickle charge or replace battery . I’m up in Spicewood Tx and I got a guy up in Seguin Tx . If need any Service or questions . Help welding Kevin .
Thanks for the suggestion on weak batteries. I am actually looking for a smaller machine to hook up to my 220v outlet so I don't put to many hours on this machine. I bought the oil and filter about 3 months ago and still have not made time to change it but might have a video on that soon.
I love my bobcat 250 and had a 750$ rebate
The bobcats are nice and I like the color blue more. This Hobart has been doing good and plan to use it more this month. I am doing a flat bed and this will be used a lot.
Can’t wait to see I like bobcat for the ac option
Should have gone with the Lincoln ranger 225 like I did or a miller bobcat! Those things have the generators go through brushes often!
I had placed an order on the Ranger 250 when it had like a $1200 discount but my card got denied and was the last day of sale. A few months passed and started looking again at the Ranger and Bobcat 225. I did go with this one because the savings of $1000 minimum compared to other machines. I still have 70 hrs on unit so does not get much use as I expected so hopefully it will last a while.
Hey nothing wrong with that just keep in the back of your head they like to have brush issues between 400-500 hours! Besides that they are good welders I went with my Lincoln cause of the price and it has cv mode, don’t use ac on stick much so don’t need the bobcat personally
@@adamswelding5052 I appreciate your input since I could not find much info on these Hobarts online during purchase. I got this one over a Lincoln Sa200 because I needed AC power at ranch but do want a lincoln pipeliner welder too.
@Jorge Serna I don’t know if you had heard but they make a kit for the Lincoln as welders to make their power plugs ac. Maybe you could look into one of them!
I thought the miller bobcat 225 was the same welder? Doesn't Miller own Hobart?
thats a good deal for a new machine, you will be even happier you bought it when the power goes out after a storm and you can run it to power your house.
do you still have the welder? how is it working?
Good for you. Enjoy
I like it 😊😊👞 nice 👍 welder
Hobart is also made by Miller and I would rather have a bobcat 225 because it has ac and the doors were the wielding leeds go are made to accept the quick discount s
I actually looked at a Miller 225 and a Lincoln Ranger 250 before looking at Hobart. The Hobart was way cheaper back then especially with a 10% off coupon that gave 20% off instead. I also looked at a SA200 which was a power house but lacked generator power. Prices are crazy high these days.
I use the hell out of 6011s
BRENT3143945 I have about 50lbs left of 6011 which I use mostly on oilfield pipe. This little machine works awesome. I just bought a used truck to mount this welder to. 2 weeks before it arrives, just paid for it.
I just bought one this afternoon and fired it up. I noticed it will rev up and down on its own while it’s on idle. You ever had this problem
I have owned mine for a bit of time already and today it was at idle and then I heard the rpms drop. Mine will automatically rev up when I arc it but dont recall it going that low before. I did have a bad battery so not sure if it was revved up to charge it.
Jorge Serna I know what your saying but mine will be on idle and just randomly rev up then down then back up lol
@@JoseMartinez-xl8ux I just turned mine on again but it stays revved up kind high and did not drop down. I will keep you updated if it starts doing what yours does.
I ran mine on high idle for 30 mins and it stoped doing what I said it was doing. Turned it off and back on and now it’s working perfectly
Its been a few years since you purchased this welder, would you reccomend it? How much have you used it? Any problems that you have encountered?
I have not used it much but I am around 80 hours. I replaced the battery a couple months ago and that's all. I recently mounted it on my flat bed truck but haven't used either truck or welder.
The machine welds nicely and also powers my 220v Dewalt 60 gallon compressor, My Plasma cutters and devices during black outs.
The welder starts up fine during any weather and no issues besides battery going out after a few years of use.
Will this weld WHILE your running something in the generator??
@@danvertdavis6867 I saw another video on it, they said they could stick weld and have a mig machine plugged into 220 outlet and they said it works great. Can’t confirm that myself, just what I’ve seen.
@@mydinosaurz5479 o wow that's impressive as migs are very touchy on voltage fluctuations!!
@@cutweldngrind First off, thanks for the video, still relevant today thank goodness. You said you used it during blackouts to charge devices, are you saying the generator has an inverter that is making it safe to charge sensitive electronics like cell phones and laptops?
What u pay for a hobart you can get a lincoln 225 ranger . it has a CV option so u can run a suecase off of it .
Cody Dayton This welder was my 3rd choice. I was looking at the Ranger 225 and Bobcat 225. I could not find a better deal on the other 2. The Hobart is $1,000 cheaper than the Ranger for sure and maybe $1300 than Bobcat as I type.
Price on Hobart was $2999 minus,$450 discount and minus $159 tax exemption. Total paid $2550.
Its a nice machine. I did think of the CC and CV. If I need a mig welder I will add a Lincoln 210mp with the savings I had.
A guy had a 19hr used Ranger 225 for 1900 but I got beat to it by 10 minutes. Local sales ad.
Thanks for watching.
Should still be able to run a voltage sensing suitcase off of it like a miller 12 or 8 vs.
Ya and this one is dc only
Lincoln ranger eagle is 3200$ at Atwoods
@@BRENT3143945 The Eagle is not a Ranger. The Eagle is pretty comparable to the Hobart.
U have a video to assemble it bc i am getting one tomorrow
I don't have a video on assembly. I bought mine and all I did was remove the bottom crate which was 4 bolts, hooked up the ground cable on battery and installed the exhaust pipe. I cant recall if the motor had the oil but that's all to get the machine running. I did buy some 1/0 thick cables for long runs and added the quick connectors and ring terminals.
How’s it working out for you?
AcePowdercoating Ace it has been working great and does what I need it to do.I poured a small concrete footer for a sliding gate and will be using welder this weekend. I was sick a few days and worked several weekends at my job so welding was put on hold.
Is this a unit for beginners when it comes to Engine driven welders or does it even matter what model?
I needed a gas driven welder and back up generator and this one fit the budget. The Lincoln 250 GXT had better features for expandability but did cost way more. Welders have gone up in price and really depends on your needs. I wanted a SA200 pipeline welder but was going to be about $6000 after rebuild.
I like the welder and sure helped during the Texas Freeze running 3 or 4 days.
I think this is an entry welder that competes with the Lincoln Eagle gas driven welder from Homedepot.
Very interesting video, definately lots of good information, where was the coupon from? I was looking at the ranger 250, but this video got me thinking
The coupon was from Tractorsupply. I tried it online to see the final price with tax and noticed it removed way more. I rushed to the store and coupon only removed what it stated, tried online again and it removed more so I bought online and traveled 45 miles to pick it up. The Rangers are nice too. I wanted the 250 but was over my budget. The battery is going bad now but unit works good.
Jorge Serna thank you!!!
@@cutweldngrind compa cual es mejor la Lincoln oh Miller oh Hobart no se cual agarar
@@franciscocastillo2824
Compré el hobart porque obtuve un descuento muy bueno. Realmente depende de cuáles sean tus necesidades. Solo necesitaba una máquina de soldar decente y un buen generador para alimentar mi casa en caso de emergencia. Los modelos de entrada de cada marca tienen aproximadamente las mismas características. He usado Hobart y Lincoln Eagle de Home Depot. Intenta encontrar un amigo que te pueda prestar uno para que lo pruebes.
Where did you get the coupon? Was it from TSC?
Yes, it was emailed from them directly.
Jorge Serna I need to get on that list. Jaja
How is it welding for you can you post some video's of you welding with this machine
Darcy Patterson its awesome. I plan on working on the smoker next week. I will try diffrent electrodes so we can see how it does. I have welded up to 1/2" wall pipe and lots of 1/4". I did some 24 guage steel and with the first batch of Hobart 3/32 7018 and welded great, the second batch at same setting kept burning through.
Jorge Serna
Can you post some video's of you welding with the hobart im thinking about getting one and how did you get the discount on it thanks hope to hear back from you
Darcy Patterson I dont have any welding projects yet sonce the weather is nasty. On the coupon I got it was 10% but online would be read as 15%. So I ordered online and did a store pickup. The coupon had no limit to savings but the latest one has like a max 100 or 150 dollar off.
Does this generator work good for a back up power for your house?
I have not wired it up to the house but I have powered several big devices. 240v compressor, 45a plasma cutters, fridges, lights etc. I have 75 hours on the unit and half of those hours are as a generator.
Did you end up hooking up the 2 female terminals, if so where?
The 2 spade connectors were left unplugged. I never followed through to see what they were for.
Did u just crank up an start welding I just bought one last week
I picked it up at night and the next day started welding. I have to do an oil change after running lots of hours during the Texas power outage. The welder works great and was one of my best investments.
I cranked it up yesterday after work I luv it
Just bought this welder, did you figure out what those wire connectors are for?
I still dont know what those wires are for. I saw the connectors again this week as I relocated the welder.
@@cutweldngrind I’m thinking you can add remote start. When I go to airgas I’ll look at there 225 Miller bobcat and see it will give me some kind of a clue
I believe it’s for an optional 220v plug or something. At least that’s what I got from the manual I may be wrong
Would this welder be good for every day use ?
This is a great machine to use on a farm or home. The prices have gone up a ton since I got mine but its a great machine. I weld lots of purlins, oil field pipe and scrap metal and never failed me.
@@cutweldngrind I work in shoring and piling and would be using it every day welding in the field so hopefully it does me good if I decide to buy it
Welder nation caps are better I think
What's the choke button for??
Choke button is pulled to help crank the machine easier by altering the fuel mixture. When the machine is on you can slowly push the button back in.
what type of ⛽ used for this welder?
I use basic gasoline in the machine, I still have the $1.80 per gallon gas in it lol. I cant believe how expensive fuel has got especially Diesel.
Thank you
How's it holding up? Used it much?
I actually just turned the welder off. I used it to power my 60 gallon 240v Dewalt compressor this morning and now welding some 7018 Hobart 1/8 electrodes. I am building a Gin pole for my truck but so far the welder has worked great. I may use it more in October or November once its cooler outside to build stuff on the ranch. If you look at my last video it shows the 2 7/8 pipe mocked up. I am slowly recording today but ots hot. Anyways the welder works really good.
Hows the welder doing now ?
It works awesome but I only have about 58 hours on it. It ran great during 2 power outages and been great so far. Battery is still original and working good.
Thanks
anyone figure what those plugs are for?
Trailblazer box dc only…??? Funny how the face of the machine look same.
5 years later I just paid $4599 for the same machine lol
Its crazy how expensive things have gotten. I saw the Lincoln Eagle 10,000 welder for $3000 around the time I bought this machine and now it was $4999. The DeWalt compressor cost 2x now from date of purchase.
I bought one today for 4600 after tax
How do I get that coupon too??
I was lucky when I got the coupon code. I buy stuff from Tractor supply and they would offer every 3 months a neighbor coupon and it just happened to give me more % off when used online, it was a glitch I think.
A dc stick welder. As it should be. Won’t ever be using ac
I used an AC welder for years and when I switched to DC it was the best experience ever. I can't remember the last time I powered the Lincoln. Thanks
That welder will fit your lifestyle, too bad that hat won't fit your head !
I sure due have a big head. The machine has served me well and even saved me from freezing during that Texas freeze we had. Thanks for watching.
Wtf this is a replica of Miller 225 but only difference is no tig or mig option or a.c.
You can together with this buddy.