harbor freight 125 amp welder vs Lincoln electric century fc-90 flux core inverter fc90 mig 90 amp

Street testing two bottom dollar welders. No edits, no cuts, say it like it is. Which welder would you take on a roadtrip and why?

[@stephendall2329]

I am on my second HF 125 welder, I used the first one for years without a single problem, then I broke the cardinal sin of tool ownership, I loaned it to my neighbor to work on his truck, when he brought it back it was completely dead. I ran test on cord to see if cord was damaged but nothing. I don’t know what he did but he denied breaking it. I taught my two grandsons how to weld with it without a problem. I replaced it and nobody touched it or my stick welder!.....or my law mower!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yeah they suck but they do work. Been using one for years. I prefer the 170 amp or the INVERTER dc output welders for most of what I do though. But they're not 90 bucks

[@montestu5502]

I have the HF welder. That small Century one looks really nice. You can even tell by the sound when welding that it’s making a better weld. Didn’t even know that was available at HD. If I was buying one now I would definitely do the Century one.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Monte Stu yup, I'm pretty happy with it. DC makes for a way better weld. The harbor freight 170 amp model is DC and way better than the 125/90 amp A.C. model... but it's 4 times as heavy as the century and requires a 240v outlet. Not something you can throw in your datsun with a cheap generator....

[@texfulton]

Thanks for the video. When I saw one of your other videos I was set to buy the HF......Now that I've seen this video the century one is for me.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yeah the century is head and shoulders better

[@ek8652]

Great video. I was set on the HF for my first welder to learn on. But after watching this, I started seriously considering the Century instead. When I was lucky enough to find it on Northern Tool for $165 new, I jumped all over it. Just got it delivered and can’t wait to try it out after I grab some wire and a helmet.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Thanks. They really are worth every penny.

[@steveclark1867]

Thanks for the video, keeping it real on the street like we all do!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Thanks!

[@cavemanjoe7972]

I'm glad I found this video again. I've been doing a lot of stick and tig in a machine shop, and almost forgot about something small. I think I'm going to get my daughter one of those little century welders to learn on. She's 9, so it seems like a light wirefeed with no gas would be the easiest for her to get started with.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

And itll be great for portable welding for odds and ends down the road too.

[@cavemanjoe7972]

@@InvincibleExtremes Yeah, it occurred to me that it'd be nice to have a little welder for those quick 'broken trailer in the home depot parking lot' jobs that I can run off my little Honda inverter generator instead of putting time on the engine drive. I have a little stick machine that'll run on a clean generator, but it draws just a *little* too much to run it off the Honda and still get decent welds. I use it on small jobs at people's houses who don't have 220, though, and it's great for trailers, heavy grills, storage racks, and the like. It's always nice to have a new way of making money. That's one of the reasons I'm also planning on getting her a little Cut50DP plasma cutter, so she can start cutting her own parts for some projects without me needing to do it for her with the angle grinder or chop saw. Funny thing is, she really wants to learn tig, but I think flux core would be less frustrating for her. I don't think even a #9 torch is small enough to fit her hand comfortably yet.

[@Homeinspectorsny]

Good man my son is only 3 but I keep him with me when I am doing work on my cars and home.Some people criticized me for safety concerns.I hope more people like us teach or at least expose them to doing stuff.

[@chrisstone5286]

The century is a badass little welder. I know I own one.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yes it is

[@ThatGuy-rb7ft]

great vid. i understand your intentions in this video to show 2 cheap welders side by side in comparison. sure there are many welders out there that are better but for the size, performance and price, hands down the century. now i have to explain to the wife why i have to buy a new welder when i just got one recently from harbor freight. thanks for putting me in this situation on an sunday morning. lol

[@InvincibleExtremes]

m sup I know right?

[@jocktheglide]

I dont know why, but im laughing at the century welder just imaging someone carrying around that thing around their shoulders and randomly welding things hahahahhah

[@InvincibleExtremes]

jocktheglide yeah, it's that tiny. Just wish there was a generator that small that could run it...

[@JorgeMartinez-1128]

Yes like welding someones car doors. imagine the owner walking up to the car and try to open the door hahaha he would be like WHAT THE HELL! 😰😰

[@randomschittz9461]

Bro, he could totally rob a bank and just be welding some shit outside when the cops roll up. 😆

[@Goomer]

Seems like a good place to do some welding as long as you aren't there 4am-5am Wednesdays.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Goomer lol, I actually found a decent spot out in the desert I'll be using.

[@Goomer]

Solar Power welding, now we are talking!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Goomer I wish

[@earnestbunbury2103]

BIG magnifying glass and rod

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Earnest Bunbury that might actually be possible... small rod, big glass....

[@dougriberch9869]

I ended up buying this welder and let me tell you, this is a 1,000 times better and easier than my 90 amp harbor freight flux welder. The key is absolutely the dc output vs the harbor freight ac output. I wish I had this earlier and I will never use my harbor freight welder again! The only thing I did to my century welder is replace the ground clamp with a better one. Thanks for the review

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Doug Riberch yup, that's exactly what I found when I compared the two. I only use the century fc90 now

[@JohnDoe-cv7gs]

I like to always have a welder with me in my truck. I’ve carried the Harbor Freight with me for a while now, but I just bought the Century FC-90 at a pawn shop for $103 for its size, weight, strap, and most importantly, it’s voltage knob.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

That's a deal. They're great welders because of the DC output and that adjustment knob

[@quadflopper1012]

they get the 125 amp number from when the HF welder is maxed out, you put an AC clamp meter on the output wire feed cable while running 0.35 wire with the wire speed set to maximum and the amperage will momentarily peak at 125 amps or more before settling back down to around 110 amps continuous.....

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yup, both welders are roughly around 90 amps. Only real difference is the output being dc or ac.

[@clavieala]

Thank you for the video. I just bought the Century one tonight from HD but was wandering: do I need to use a generator too or can I just plug it in to regular power using an extension cord? I am pretty handy around the house but have never used any welder before. Thank you for your support.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Thanks for watching! It works great off regular house power. I just used a genererator to be portable...

[@TRYtoHELPyou]

The amperage changes with the wire size looking at the HF specs. And the speed of the wire looks to increase the amperage too. Check out that under portion of the lid of the HF welder.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

TRY to HELP you true, I have a couple of these small red welders and love them. And have used the harbor freight ones for years too, both work but take some skill to use well.

[@spanermantim]

I could of used that set up last week when my son broke a track rod and we dragged the car 18 miles without steering. I like the DC one seems to be better. All the best to you and yours.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Tim the spannerman thanks. Yeah, the power is the same, both are 90 amps on high setting, but the DC machine is just so much cleaner and can be turned down to 30 amps for sheet metal work. The A.C. machine gets tricky with rust repair because it's a 60 amp low setting, and tends to burn through on the lighter stuff.

[@codydayton3573]

DC is mostly recommended for innershield anyway . AC is just a cheaper machine to produce . you will never find a code or a field welder useing AC with innershield . And if you did he would get ran off . innershield or flux core as you guys call it . we run it DCEN . That means Direct current electrode negative . Those AC machines are a fucking scam . my 225 lincoln ranger genrator can run a wire feed . I mostly run flux or we call innershield .so you connect the leads. you put the positive lead in the negative terminal and you put the negative lead in the positive terminal . that's how you get DCEN. Then you turn the amps over to constant voltage or CV . And weld away . no tricky bull shit while welding and no splatter . always buy the DC machine for innershield . not trying to be a know it all just spreading knowledge.

[@forwimp]

That was a fun real world demo. I'm going to go buy a Century at HD now. Thanks.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

forwimp thanks. I have one on the mainland and one in Hawaii. Love it.

[@CarlosMorales-jd5hb]

I own and use one of those little Century flux core welder, I also own and use other machines stick,tig, and mig of the Red,Green and also Yellow(Klutch) variety. Those machines stay at home now because that little Century rides shotgun in my truck. The inverter part of this machine is all business while the drive roller and torch are , cheap, but any way this little welder is wonderful and is now riding point when I do most welding away from home.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Carlos Morales I know Right? The feed is junk... But that inverter makes working with it so smooth... Love earning a quick buck with it fixing rust on people's cars. Hauling a bigger welder for a couple hours of small sheet metal work is almost pointless, especially with a cheap genny in the truck, or in my case, the hatch of the datsun.

[@jessihawkins9116]

how big of a generator? 🤔

[@keithveath]

Nice video! Been watching all your old videos and ran across this one. Is the tip always hot on the Century one or is it only hot with the trigger pulled? Thanks!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

keithveath nope, cold. It's switched hot, not constant.

[@keithveath]

Invincible Extremes Muscle Cars Garage great! Thanks for the info!

[@dougriberch9869]

Is that the ground clamp that comes with the century welder, or is the one on your video an upgraded one?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Doug Riberch the ground clamps that come with both are absolute junk. I bought a $6 one and use it now and it's 100 times better. The contacts are pure copper and the spring is stiffer.

[@sedanmanxlr8]

i have my FC 90 and works great ! and there's a chart under the lid that gives you around about temperature and speed

[@InvincibleExtremes]

I love the two I have

[@lazydog1964]

Great poor mans video thank you I went with the Century 90 works perfect for what i do. Thanks again for sharing

[@InvincibleExtremes]

lazydog1964 glad you found it useful

[@cruzrosas1457]

Thanks this is the video I was looking for I like the century

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yeah it works great. Harbor freight now sells the same welder for 169 with a coupon... it's small and green.

[@janbaillargeon2763]

I've just received one is called the titanium from harbor freight 125 amp . And I haven't had the chance to try . And it looks almost like you're a little red . But mine is light green . I do have another one but it has a bad switch in it for the high and low and that was the Chicago welder 90 amp I had that one for 9 years before it broke down on me . Thank you for your video . On both welders.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yeah the little green one should be good

[@artsmith103]

I like the simple demo that the generator tripped for the Century model.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Normally isn't an issue. Been using the century for a long time now, works great

[@artsmith103]

@@InvincibleExtremes I didn't mean bad for the Century. I meant just that much more power to trip the generator. Therefore probably a little more powerful than the HF model plus benefit of DC. There's info how for ~$40 the HF can be converted to DC but I'm sure that slightly derates amps and you demonstrated the Century probably already delivers more amps and it's a nicer size. Great video! !

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yeah, the century is only 15 lbs. I love it.

[@CerebusTV]

what was the rating of the generator? I've got a nineties Northern Tool flux core AC welder like the HF, and a 1939 AC stick welder from Century.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

CerebusTV 3000 contestant and 3500 surge watts. My 5000 watt coleman runs a 220 welder no issues though

[@BenModified]

Great video! Informative and entertaining as always!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

ItsBenModified thanks. Making do with what I have...

[@BenModified]

Making it work!

[@TheSteereFamilyAdventures]

HF did it for me, just got to know how to use. Thank you for the video

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Thanks for watching! Personally, i love the 170 amp welder they have. Cheap and works great. But needs 240v

[@anatnom101]

Thank you! Just the info I was needing

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Thanks

[@swordfish1120]

If you can remember what size of generator did u use?

[@DoubleTap702]

So glad I came across this video. I was about to buy a Forney easy weld or HF 125 amp. I will definitely be picking one of these up instead. I think this will be perfect for me to learn on

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Gazlay43 I have nothing but good things to say about it. Spent 4 days in the desert welding on it and it's works great, it's self shielding and lightweight so it's super convenient.

[@DoubleTap702]

Invincible Extremes Muscle Cars Garage that HF welder sure is tempting at almost half the price with the 89 dollar coupon, but the century seems like a much better unit and I hate the two setting switch on the HF welder

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Gazlay43 you won't regret the little bit more money. Because it's easier to weld nicely with the century, especially if you're just learning.

[@davidhagadorn8648]

Welcome to San Diego! Love the videos 👍

[@InvincibleExtremes]

David Hagadorn thanks

[@TheBigGuyGarage]

I had 1 of the 252 they had years ago. It welded really good but than it took a dump after 3 months! I was pissed! I called harbor freight like 5 time asking about parts trying to fix it nothing. I tossed it in the trash and found a hobart 187 remanufactured and ive been using it ever since. I would go with the lowest name brand over the best harbor freight 1 like that style! Good video.

[@bretnagel6531]

I've read several comments about how difficult it is to install the wire spool. Are there any videos that demonstrate the correct way to install it. Or can you advise please?

[@bretnagel6531]

And thanks for your video! Very helpful!!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Wire spool is pretty simple. Hold it in one hand with a finger on the lose wire to keep it from becoming a mess. Then slide it on and feed the end into the wire feed while controlling the spool with the other hand. Lock the feed tension down, and hold the spool in one hand while putting the spacer and nut back on.

[@geepcj2a]

Thanks for the video. I'd be interested to see you do some sheet metal work with it.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

My Instagram has pictures. Works decent.

[@themegasexybasterd]

just set my barn up going solar but going to have extension cord for back up. theres a chance I could have 220 hooked up to the barn. my Q is will this thing drain my battery bank? should I just get the 170 220volt? im really a wood worker , I really don't know how much it will get used.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

If it's only going to be used every once in a while, get the smaller century fc90. It's very portable and will likely be used a little more. As far as drain, it'll drain the same as any 20 amp 120v item... imagine a big air compressor or a saw or something

[@themegasexybasterd]

thanks

[@modeljetjuggernaut4864]

I am welding a repro bottom partuva quarter panel on my beat up 4 door 70 Lesabre. You think the FC-90 is up to the task...assuming I know what I'm doing?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

The FC90 is indeed just fine for it. Used it for the exact same the job

[@modeljetjuggernaut4864]

@@InvincibleExtremes well idn't that a whole heap of awesome. Thanks!

[@shermanyoung8185]

Nice, I was wondering what size generator did you use running watts,? Do you still use the FC 90? How has it held up since you bought it? I have both the FC90 and the Harbor freight Titanium 125 both very nice machine, look to buy a generator to be more mobile, what do you recommend a traditional generator or inverter generator being they are both inverter welders, thanks 👩‍🏭

[@InvincibleExtremes]

The titanium 125 is basically the same machine. They hold up great. I have a titanium 200 i put several hundred lbs of wire through that works great too

[@my2centz196]

Do you have a link to the smaller one? I'm looking for a cheap Flux core welder 120 volt. Something I can take with me and use anywhere without a generator. I really want the 240v but it's just not practical for me I could easily install another 240v outlet but that would limit my ability on being portable which is more important to me especially since I'm no professional welder by far. I have a cheap 120v stick welder that does a decent job but I can't weld thin metals it will just burn it up.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

They sell it at home depot. I love the 2 I have. One in Hawaii and one on the mainland to travel with.

[@my2centz196]

@@InvincibleExtremes thanks. Yeah I was considering the harbor freight model but wanted DC, more power, and control plus being lighter and smaller is definitely a plus. I'd rather pay a little more now then regret it later. The 240v are definitely nice but not really convenient plus I'd end up having to spend a few more hundred to make an extention cord and a few strategic placed 240v plugs not to mention the fact I'd have to buy an expensive generator and lug that around if I needed to use on the go. I actually almost purchased the harbor freight 240 model until I thought about it lol

[@InvincibleExtremes]

I've used the harbor freight model, but now that I've had a taste of how convenient the century fc90 is I'm never going back. The $169 isn't bad at all.

[@my2centz196]

@@InvincibleExtremes I'm looking at it now and got a good laugh as I seen what appears to be your comment lol. It's the 1st comment for it. Think I will give it a try I love the fact it's DC also. I just hope I can get consumables for it easy as I have never tig welded before and will probably be burning them up lol.

[@QQTrick1QQ]

What amp is your generator generating? Also the extension cord wire gauge and length for voltage drop? I know both tests were done under same conditions. I would say hands down the Century, the settings and portability is worth the extra cost, looks like it lays down a better bead too.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

QQTrick1QQ it's a 3000 watt gen, 3500 surge. 12ga cord at 25 feet. I wouldn't have an issue with my bigger 5000/5500 generator from coleman. I'm loving this little century. I wish they sold an American made one for under 500... I would definitely buy something like that

[@QQTrick1QQ]

I still have a century 90 gas and flux that I bought at Harbor 20 years ago still going strong, I think name brands are over rated, at the end of the day it's the guts that does the work.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

QQTrick1QQ true. Neither of these cheap welders have a good wire feed mech, but both do ok for the money

[@thelasthallow]

the reason the smaller one lays a better weld is because flux core welding is like stick welding, so you actually get better welds with DC rather than AC also look how good that weld looks, thats probably because the wire feed and power are more consistant where the harbor freight welder varies alot in output and even wire speed, clearly the little guy is way way better.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

thelasthallow that's exactly it my friend. That's also the reason why people modify the cheap A.C. welders with diodes and capacitors to convert them to DC. Honestly if this small inverter welder wasn't on the market I would too.

[@lvwrx]

was planning on replacing a sub frame on a motorcycle, would u recommend the century for a job like that? probably no more than a 1" OD tubing

[@InvincibleExtremes]

I recommend the century no matter what. It's a better welder and half the size and weight...

[@gussferretti9665]

Use a stick welder no flux welder can penetrate like a stick does.

[@hdsquarebodyandmore.3592]

I’m glad to see you making videos again, I hope your son gets better and you make a road trip soon...

[@InvincibleExtremes]

I did a pretty epic video with Jon and his 75 firebird. Currently intstalling a 2015 mustang differential into my datsun and plan on roadtripping and racing it as soon as i can.

[@shartne]

I would really like to get the Sentry DC 90 it makes a pretty decent weld. I already have that other welder something is not lettig it weld I think I need to check the ground on the inside and see if its burnt off I bet it is. Or my switch died again.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

shartne sentry DC 90? Or century? My cheapie a.c. welder has been good so far, had another I used for years untill the feed got iffy and I chucked it, but I had used it for years and years... I love the dial on the DC welder. I'll mostly be using it turned all the way down to do rust repair.

[@mick8200]

Man, i love watching your videos. Im actually going to take the "125" amp welder from HF back today since i have a warrenty. I really like how you can control the amps on the century for only 50 bucks more. Looks like its built better also. Thanks for comparing them and showing the difference between them. Take care man!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

1983Ranger 350V8 oh, and I forgot to add, it has a 6 month warranty... But yeah, being able to turn it down to 30 amps for sheet metal work is definitely a plus...

[@mick8200]

Like i said man, i went out and bought it. I like it. Its small and a ton lighter. I cant wait to use it. I mainly weld sheet metal so i cant wait to see how it works for being a cheaper welder. Thanks again for showing me this!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

1983Ranger 350V8 yup, let me know how you like it. I love mine so far.

[@mick8200]

Welp, i used it on an exhaust today. Man its alot nicer to weld with. Im not professional either, but man this welder makes it alot easier to learn on. The setting for the amps help out so much. Got a set of lincoln wire in it, it does great! Thanks again for showing me this welder!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

1983Ranger 350V8 I'm so glad I was able to help at least one person with an honest review. I love the welder too, very easy to usr, and super light weight

[@markeholbrook]

Great review! I also saw your review on Home Depot. I wasn't looking to buy one, but now I'm thinking mabyeso, mabynot, more maybeso. Merry Christmas!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Mark Holbrook I found it very handy... and I can't find them on the website, so I think they are no longer made. Too bad too, they are super convenient.

[@markeholbrook]

They showed up on the website, but showed 0 in stock locally. I see there is one in KY, which is the closest to me 60 or so miles away. You reviewed it here: www.homedepot.com/p/Century-90-Amp-FC90-Flux-Core-Wire-Feed-Welder-and-Gun-120V-K3493-1/302139495

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Mark Holbrook it's the wire feed version of their inverter stick welder. The super compact one. They still sell that, but not this. I'm loving this, glad I grabbed it, only so much fits in my datsun.

[@markeholbrook]

Yes, you're right. They look identical to me.

[@breykruskie4678]

That century wins I think love the vids man and hope things are going well for your family and I hope baby Luke is doing good also

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Brey Kruskie Thanks! Luke is coming along.

[@nalvarez3505]

Hi thanks for the video, when to go down or up on amperage?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Noe Alvarez if it's not strong enough, go up, if it's burning through, turn it down a little.

[@workinmanworkinman3889]

I’ll be buying the Century , thank you.... it’s already in my Amazon cart 🛒....

[@InvincibleExtremes]

I have two of them. Use them a lot for little things. Obviously a shielded welder is better. But they're bulky and heavy

[@brianpatrick8441]

@@InvincibleExtremes its called spatter not splatter

[@Doing150s]

What one of these would work better for rocker panels on a car and spot welding a radiator suport on a car. I also never welded but need to figure it out

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Definitely the century fc90. I used it for all kinds of rust repair and it works great

[@Doing150s]

@@InvincibleExtremes thank you. Is the lowest setting best

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Just a little above it, that's another reason I love the century fc90. It's variable.

[@jimcool530]

How did the wire speed compare between the units? The century seemed a good deal slower on max than the HF.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

jim cool wish I would've tested that, both were set to 4 out of 10 or so... and I'm pretty sure they both have the same cheap mechanism. The inverter is hotter for sure.

[@Koshunae]

The inverter has a much healthier sound. I've been using a that exact harbor freight welder and it's gotten everything done that I needed it to, but for a few extra bucks I'm really digging the century.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Koshunae same here. Neither are great, but the century had the advantage

[@rickmelto6750]

its good to keep the small welders on .when not using for a few ..the fan keeps running

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Sure is. They cool better like you said.

[@frankmarti8984]

Thank you for sharing great information

[@tyronekim3506]

I appreciate the comparison. I'm inclined to buy the Century. What welding helmet are you using? Thanks for the video.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Cheap 45 dollar helmet from harbor freight. Been using it for 5 years now

[@tyronekim3506]

@@InvincibleExtremes Thanks for the info. Good luck

[@sentry9834]

The shade 10 glass on the helmet is awesome for looking at solar eclipses.

[@ccdirecttvdllc5246]

Where is the info that says it is Dc output / Inverter?

[@MerelyAuditing]

I bough the FC90 yesterday as a complete beginner at welding. I’m getting encouraged by all the positive reviews I find on here. Makes me thing I made a good buy!

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Its a great buy. I have one on the mainland and one in hawaii, i love and use both all the time.

[@ogmont]

What do you use as a power source? Can I use normal house electricity?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yes. I use the little red welder all the time with a regular 15 amp 120v outlet

[@austintaylor7117]

Lam Mar yea. i run a 225 lincoln cracker box welded al lthw time

[@shelbyandmargaret]

I usually order from Ebay because I have shipping with Ebay down to a science and you need to know which carrier is being used to ship your mail and packages here. In Presidio Texas there is no local mail carrier. Everything must have a PO Box number unless it is being shipped by UPS, Fedex or DHL in which case you can have it shipped to your home's physical address. No one tells you this here in Presidio (not even postal employees) It took me an entire year and hundreds of dollars in lost packages to figure it out. I found the Century FC90 on Ebay for $199 (free shipping) but this payday I'm ordering the Century FC90 from Home Depot for $169 (free shipping). Your video gave me the information and confidence to spend the money and get my own welder and repair the exhaust myself. I could go to Mexico and have the work done for a fraction of what it would cost here in Presidio and my son and I go to Mexico all the time to the restaurants but many people aren't familiar with the limitations on what you can take to Mexico and what you are allowed to bring back. You can actually cross the boarder with some materials and/or liquids and not be able to bring them back to the United States. Many people in Texas have firearms because of vast open land and wild animals. If you accidently go to the boarder with any type of firearm or ammo you are going to jail. Most likely boarder patrol will believe your story because it happens all the time. They may even shed a tear or two with you but you will go to jail. We use our van for camping and hauling food, water, wood and propane. We take none of these things with us when we cross the boarder. So I'm going to add the money I would spend paying someone else to fix the exhaust to the money I'm using to buy the Century FC90 Welder. Thank you for great videos.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

margaret gardner we have a baby in the hospital in San Diego, and using this welder I have been able to make hundreds of dollars to help pay bills. It's a good welder, very convenient to have around.

[@shelbyandmargaret]

Our prayers go out to your angel in the hospital and we would like to send a small donation March 1st.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

margaret gardner thank you for the prayers. The best way you can help us is share our story. Thank you for the offer though.

[@justsomeguy4319]

Thanks for the video was thinking of getting the century I like the fact you used it on a generator got a outdoorsman 3500/4000

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Glad I could help, this isn't great, and i always recommend using a gas shielded welder for a little more money

[@InvincibleExtremes]

But flux core is great for fences in a windy environment

[@justsomeguy4319]

@@InvincibleExtremes well I’ve never welded before was looking for a introductory machine to start to learn do you think this would be good for that

[@InvincibleExtremes]

If you can afford it, get the green titanium 140 at harbor freight. Otherwise this one would great too, and best part is once you get much better, this one can still be used around the house or farm on a generator where a gas system won't help because of windy conditions

[@billlee1724]

Help!!! I was off roading on my moped and cracked the frame and bent it up haha which one should I get

[@InvincibleExtremes]

kush roller you should go to home depot and get the inverter one, century fc 90... works better and you can weld together a go kart or something

[@billlee1724]

Invincible Extremes Muscle Cars Garage appreciate the quick response man !!!! And will do !!

[@elcodreamin5280]

Dude I think I need that century, Im just installing some floor pans, that should work out for me. Quick question Im no welder either, I work on my car in my apartment parking lot, I was thinking using laundry room outlet as my source of power. Something like that century is too powerful to plug into any home or apartment right?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Plugs right into normal outlets without issuem

[@elcodreamin5280]

Sweet!

[@badassYJ69]

are these welders good enough for welding axle and suspension brackets?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

The century fc90 maybe... even then its a little light on amperage. The 170 amp welder from harbor freight is $165 with a coupon and has enough power for that... AND can be used with a bottle for shielded mig. Its welds real nice with a bottle, and fairly nice with just flux core as well.

[@badassYJ69]

@@InvincibleExtremes nice, thanks

[@jodymundon8637]

I got the 125 harbor freight when i started an then bought the titaniaum 170 ..all i can say is DC makes huge difference

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yes it does. I have the titanium 200 and the 170 amp chicago electric and both work great with flux or solid wire... DC is the way to go.

[@allenmckinney9533]

The 90a models were actually 125a but was labeled 90a. Same thing happens with 18v power tools vs 20v. It's all in the marketing.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Allen McKinney true, except with the dewalt 18v and 20v tools, the tools are the same, but the battery is different internally and lasts a lot longer on the shelf, and so on.

[@danbarrett6113]

Thanks, informative. Id say the century is well worth the extra few bucks.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Dan Barrett yes, very much so

[@sebastiansavalli8109]

Great demo! Love the Z! I'm a Z guy too. Looking to do some panel repair on my 240z...in your opinion, are either one of these adequate? Or should I buy a better one w/ gas? Thanks

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Gas is WAY better

[@daiiahi3403]

I have a Century and it does well.....just doing sheet metal for now but I did do fence post and some galvanized pipes....will try some heavier gauge metals later on.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Be careful with the galvanized, its super toxic for you

[@daiiahi3403]

@@InvincibleExtremes Thank You....I weld outdoors and not as much right now but I will start using a fan to blow the gases away. Also, thank You for the videos you make.

[@sentry9834]

You're like me, I ride around with a 8000 watt. HF generator paired with various HF welders. I own 5 of them. I'll set up anywhere and practice welding. I really would have liked to see your generator. How much power did it output?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Genset is a cheap 4000 watt unit 120v. But it works for this small welder.

[@sentry9834]

@@InvincibleExtremes Really? I wish I knew that before I purchased my big 8000 watt unit. I researched extensively on the size I needed to power my welders. Everything I read said the smaller unit wouldn't work. The extra power is great, but I enjoy small and compact power equipment as well. I really like the small white HF inverter stick welder. That with the small 4000 watt gen set would have been perfect for my needs. I primarily do artistic welding, go carts and bicycles.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yeah... a 90 amp welder runs just fine off a 4k and i use a 6500 coleman genset for my 240v 170 amp welder... no issues there either.

[@ramwall1500]

I remember back when I was a kid watching some guy weld on a concrete floor the heat made the concrete explode I guess it was some moisture in it and he almost lost an eye

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Wow, thanks for the heads up

[@gta-6837]

Glad somebody made this video. Nice datsun btw.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Another great cheap welder is the 170 amp model... 165 with coupon and can be hooked up to gas for a nice clean weld. But it does require a 240v outlet.

[@americathefree3708]

edit?

[@charlesmay8251]

what generator are you running?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Charles May cheap 3500 watt max one

[@RubenNNieto-tl5ye]

Í Love your Nissan more than your welding!!! Use yo have an 81. Thank you for your demo. At one time Long time ago Í had two 3K generarors running at the same time to feed a 220 volt Lincoln stick welder. My friends thougt that Í was crazy.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yeah that datsun is fun

[@RubenNNieto-tl5ye]

@@InvincibleExtremes the first one I had 74 240Z, two 78 and 79 260Z and the 81 280Z all manuals. To me those slant sixes were the best. Made some money against turbo engines like dodges, toyotas, fords, chevys the harder to beat was the vw jetta.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

This one has a v8 and it's fast.

[@RubenNNieto-tl5ye]

@@InvincibleExtremes what you got???

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Just a 350 and 4 speed for now. Going big block Ford later

[@mikehilbig8280]

I have both of these machines and that Century FC-90 is a very sweet welding machine. I only bought it to tack together smaller stuff, for finishing with a larger machine but I ended up using the FC-90 a lot more, even on 1/4 plate with great results. Welds hot and clean. Lincoln bought out and now owns Century, so thats about as American as you will find. Internal components are all imported for everything these days, even when the sticker says made in USA. Don't be fooled by mainstream company model names as most all "140" machines are really only rated at 90 amps and 180 machines are really 140 amp machines. Don't believe me, - go read the spec sheets. Creative duty cycle numbers are being manipulated to trick the consumer into thinking a machine is bigger than it really is.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Indeed

[@accalarentia4029]

Beautiful like always.. Ciao!🙋

[@pacheco464]

What kind of generator? Harbortfreigth cheap one?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yup. Got it used for $120

[@truth1267]

The Chicago electric is great! At first I ran it on a weak outlet and thought it was trash and I then bought at 1000 dollar 240 set up and then one day u deside to get beef up cord and a 50 amp breaker and this cheap welder became my favorite... yeah it may not look as good as my mig but it's easier and cheaper to run

[@richard1165]

Is there any way to improve the feed mechanisms on these? That being said, it's by far one of the better flux-wire welders on the market. Inverter model for portability? DC negative for Flux-core? Continuous Amperage Control? Yes, fucking please.... Also, would you say the amperage control is relatively accurate compared to these other chinese welders that tend to short-change you on the level of power it says it is capable of?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Not sure how accurate the control is, but it gies from 30 amps to 90 and its fairly easy to set how i want.

[@bksims63]

If you want the weld to go though to the other side, you need to bevel the plate first but this was a good review.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Keith Sims thank you, that's very true. Or leave a gap, which I didnt.

[@mikefawc22]

I just got a 125A power fist mig welder and the dial for the voltage is letter a b c d e f and so on how do I figure out what to set it?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

The fact that you have lots of options is good. Just go by feel, pretend the left one is 39 Amps and the right one is 90 Amps use it like that

[@mikefawc22]

Invincible Extremes Muscle Cars Garage okay cool thanks man! I think I got it somewhat haha no idea what I’m doing but the pieces of metal are sticking to each other😂 haha

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Gotta start somewhere. Just make slow "Z" motion back and forth and stay consistent and it'll work

[@mikefawc22]

Invincible Extremes Muscle Cars Garage yeah iv been making Z shape and circles and seems to be working pretty good still confused on the settings last night i thought I had it good but then today it seemed off again

[@mikefawc22]

Invincible Extremes Muscle Cars Garage hoping to be able to build some kind of mini bike or go kart or something over the winter can’t start there tho haha

[@HoustonR6ryda]

wish I had a brother,cool real world vid

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Nick Henton thanks! Just doing what I can.

[@HoustonR6ryda]

enjoyed you guys,keep making good vids

[@cocobolo1911]

Century it is, thanks!!

[@ironlung9189]

What thickness were those plates? 1/8?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

soldadorsupreme 1/4 inch. If I had left a gap either welder would have welded them together strong as can be. The harbor freight would have just been a little messy, that's all.

[@ironlung9189]

Invincible Extremes Muscle Cars Garage I guess it can do an ok weld on 1/4 even though its only rated up to 3/16. I wouldn't trust it for anything critical though, unless you bevel and preheat the material, and use multiple passes, then maybe. I picked up a flux 125 today, plan on using it for art work and small projects.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

soldadorsupreme sorry, I meant to say that it can, but in two passes. For single pass I wouldn't do anything thicker than the 3/16 like you said.

[@jrmcdaniel9729]

I bought the Harbor Freight welder on Friday, returned it for a refund on Wednesday. It was my first time ever welding with flux wire and the amount of spatter is rediculous. I weld at work with a Miller Millermatic all day long but I was very open to trying the Harbor Freight one for home. Especially since I was just using for tacking nuts and bolts together for sculptures. The cheap price was the only motivator for me but I was not satisfied with it at all. Maybe in the future I'll try one of their gas welders.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yeah they're not great. However the 170 amp or 200 amp models they have are pretty decent

[@RhugidLeeHansum]

You are doing it wrong, trust me. If u don’t have your settings correct you would say that. I use the same welder with no issues

[@michaelhaulotte689]

What would you suggest for floors on an old car . Gotta go cheap just started a new hobby. Help an Army Medic out . I’ve messaged you before with your buick . I’m the guy with the Buicks up in Northern Wisconsin. I have you and your son on my prayer list. I hope the little guy is doing well. P.S love the station wagon.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

I honestly recommend one of two welders... if wanting 120v capability then go with the little INVERTER welder like the red one. Harbor freight sells a green version for $169 with coupon. But if you can get a 240v outlet then the 170 amp welder is better. You can actually hook up a gas bottle and weld up the floors cleanly and it has the power to do bigger things as well.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

The 170 amp model is the black one for under $200 with a coupon.

[@73leo73]

Get a Hobart Handler 140 mig / flux core welder they go for under $500 and run on 120 volts. They are rated for up to 1/4 inch in one pass and are fantastic welders. Check the reviews on Amazon.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

73leo73 I'm planning on getting a Hobart 190 later

[@73leo73]

Invincible Extremes Muscle Cars Garage good choice but if you can afford a little more get the Hobart 210 MVP instead.

[@FranconiaFriend]

I bought this welder a few weeks ago. It has run fine, except now the thermal protection sometimes comes on even when I have not welded long enough that it should, or even welded at all. I just tried to start tack welding - and it cut out at the first tack. I waited for it to clear but it has not yet. Have you seen this happen? Pretty frustrating. I just sent a note to Century, will see what they say.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

FranconiaFriend mine hasn't tripped thermal ever. I would get it replaced, since it is guaranteed for 60 days I believe

[@InvincibleExtremes]

FranconiaFriend mine hasn't tripped thermal ever. I would get it replaced, since it is guaranteed for 60 days I believe

[@InvincibleExtremes]

FranconiaFriend mine has never given me an issues. I would get it replaced, should still be under warranty.

[@FranconiaFriend]

It's good to hiear yours is doing well. After I wrote this note and the one to Century, the thermal protection indicator cleared and I went back to doing tacks. No problem then. I'll see what Century has to say. Thanks!

[@lawrenceholmanjr.5870]

I have a Century 130 wire feed welder @90-105 amps and is 22 years old. It still works like a charm but weighs around 75 lbs. It's also gas compatible.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yeah that's an older transformer machine. They are heavy but work

[@lawrenceholmanjr.5870]

@@InvincibleExtremes They just don't make them the way they use to.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

That's the truth

[@randabuffer6562]

I noticed you made a couple videos welding in random parking lots? Why not just weld at home? Just wondering

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Randizle Peregoy I have no home

[@olbear9984]

Bought Harbor Freight wire feed for $89.00 this week end , regardless. Price $ 179.00. Black Friday sale. Worth money paid. Old 83 year hacker also. Great around home , small shop. Ol Bear 🐻

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Itll work for odds and ends

[@EmilyTienne]

Must be a Southern California thing to do your welding right in the street, with the vehicle culture so big in that part of the world.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

No, i had no choice. I've welded out in the desert too

[@EmilyTienne]

@@InvincibleExtremes I enjoyed your video!

[@alexmendoza1740]

Great video.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Thanks!

[@MidwestRidazmotorizedbikes]

you got a new sup kool video

[@InvincibleExtremes]

+Midwest Ridaz motorizedbikes thanks! Have a good one!

[@william38022]

Truthfully I believe you couldn’t go wrong paying $99 for a 125 amp welder the average homeowner would probably get a heck of a lot of use out of that.I have an older Hobart EZ125 I bought years ago flux core only no valve and it does pretty good however I paid a lot more than $99 for that one. The new 125 amp digital inverter harbor freight titanium welder can be bought on sale for between $160/ $180 they say they workreal good

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yeah the titanium welders are awesome

[@my2centz196]

I was just curious but how'd this thing holding up? It's been a while now and was wondering if you still like it

[@InvincibleExtremes]

I love it. Great for odds and ends. Still going strong. It doesn't even begin to compare to a bottle fed mig, but its much more compact as well.

[@my2centz196]

@@InvincibleExtremes yeah I wouldn't want a mig honestly it just to much to lug around. I thought about getting a 240v one but that's also just not convenient enough. I went ahead and ordered it so hopefully I'll know for myself soon enough lol I just hope I can get the tips locally. I have a 120v stick welder and don't get me wrong I love it. It does a fantastic job but I just can't weld small stuff. I like the portability of the 120v smaller ones.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

I have two of them. Can't argue with something thats 15 lbs and can weld sheetmetal and lighter 3/16 plate steel no issues. The dial lets you turn it down to 30 amps and up to 90.

[@my2centz196]

@@InvincibleExtremes yeah it was your video that turned me on to this one months back and I've been debating it for a while. I actually planned on buying it a while ago but I got busy and forgot about it until about a week ago or so when I really needed one. Today just so happened I had some free time and was thinking about it. HD said it would arrive next day but I'm assuming more like Friday seeing how it's coming FedEx but I'm looking forward to playing around with it. I've only used a wire welder a handful of times but I don't imagine it will take to long before I can do a good enough weld lol.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Just remember SLOW Z back and forth. Can't run over old slag when using flux core. But on an actual mig its a constant cursive e...

[@cuevasedward]

That’s a nice accord in the back

[@InvincibleExtremes]

No idea what you're talking about

[@cuevasedward]

At 2:57 there is a nice blue accord in the background lol

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Oh ok

[@william38022]

Nowadays everybody’s talking about the harbor freight titanium 125 and titanium 140 they are digital inverters welders also

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Yup, I have the 200 amp model and it's amazing. The little 125 is the same as this little red one.

[@chinautofab8480]

Where u get d Lincoln to buy

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Home depot. Harbor freight sells the same thing called the titanium 125, it's green. I've been using the 200 amp version for a year and love it

[@waltparkhurst2494]

I hear a lot of complaining about splatter.... duh they do make an anti splatter spray that works quite well. Also what do you expect from a flux welder?

[@InvincibleExtremes]

The century fc90 does pretty well actually.

[@scalejedi3849]

How about trying a 10 gauge wire extension cord so you don't blow out the trip fuse.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

It's fine. These have hardly any draw

[@ardennielsen3761]

I figured just to use an inverter stick welder to jump the power from the old transformer flux wire welder... DC 105amps 22 volts 230 inches per minuet... buzzes like a fly stuck in honey.

[@InvincibleExtremes]

Thats definitely a way.