Lincoln 100HD for $175

Subject: Lincoln 100HD for $175 Tue Aug 18, 2009 11:17 am

I was in Home Depot today and saw a Lincoln 100hd on sale for $175. It was originally $390. Is this too small for welding on Jeep stuff? It says up to 1/4" steel and runs on 115v power.

http://content.lincolnelectric.com/pdfs/products/literature/e7350.pdf

I wasnt really in the market for one, but if its worth it I would go for it. Only had 1 left in Columbia. The guy said they are discontinued so thats why they are getting rid of them so cheap.

Thanks...

Subject: Re: Lincoln 100HD for $175 Tue Aug 18, 2009 1:14 pm

Really depends on what you are using it for. If to fix a busted shock mount or weld together small areas like a tie rod link end then it will work fine. if you are trying to weld a cage together then it will fail. The duration is the key. if it only is used a few minutes at a time then go for it. if you plan to fabricate your own suspension and weld it to the frame etc then nope. gut instinct is go for it.

Subject: Re: Lincoln 100HD for $175 Tue Aug 18, 2009 4:42 pm

x2. Might not be a bad cheap first welder then when you get to upgrade jump right to a 220 welder when the time is right or you have the need.

Subject: Re: Lincoln 100HD for $175 Tue Aug 18, 2009 5:47 pm

If it has a built in fan it will be fine that is a big deal if no fan then it will overheat ..

Subject: Re: Lincoln 100HD for $175 Sat Aug 22, 2009 6:23 pm

makitupthehardway wrote:: x2. Might not be a bad cheap first welder then when you get to upgrade jump right to a 220 welder when the time is right or you have the need.

gotta agree a welder is better than no welder, lots can be done with a small welder, even horse trade for a bigger one some day.

Subject: Re: Lincoln 100HD for $175 Sat Aug 22, 2009 9:04 pm

I went back to look at it and it looked used (really dusty inside) and seemed to be missing parts on the tip. I may check the HD near my house though..