Hobart Welder Generator Champ 140 resurrected

[@musicauthority674]

The Briggs and Stratton Vanguard naming is also known for their V twins. which are still manufactured today, and are my preference over the Predictor V twins. that can be purchased at Harbor freight. the more commonly used engine for gas powered welders. and the one that Lincoln uses. are the Kohler boxer twins, which replaced the Wisconsin engines that were used in the late fifties and early sixties. probably most likely for their compact design. that allowed for a smaller more compact design of the whole welding unit. and the opposed cylinder design offered less vibration.

[@DAS-Videos]

Pretty handy machine. You're a skilled metal fabricator, which I knew already. That air box cover looked store bought. Perfect fit.

[@Kyle-ev4fk]

If I hadn't watched him make it (smiling the whole time), I would have never noticed it was after market.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@garrylearmonth9313]

You're definitely right, that air box looks great.

[@simonilett998]

Nice touch at the start with Ginger helping to jack up the scissor lift table, had me rolling🤣🤣🤣

[@sixtyfiveford]

What can I say, she's very helpful around the shop.

[@simonilett998]

@@sixtyfiveford Hell yeh, brings you drinks, balls, inspects and assists with your repairs etc etc, anyone would think she's the boss, or the star of the show🤔🤣👍

[@steves7896]

Those old electric, dual blade, meat carving knives that you always see in the thrift stores work really great for cutting foam, fiberglass insulation and Styrofoam accurately and neatly. Mine looks like it was made in the 70's, it does exceptional work and it's come in handy several times. Nice work refreshing that old unit!

[@sixtyfiveford]

I actually bought a new vintage electric carving knife just for this. You're right, they work awesome and I use it whenever the foam is thick.

[@D2O2]

Don't say this too loud....I just use my wife's. Her using it once or twice a year seems like such a waste.

[@steves7896]

@@D2O2 Haha!

[@musicauthority674]

That's true I know a person who does upholstery work. and that's the type of knife he uses to cut and shape the foam. that he uses to replace the deteriorated foam. in the upholstery jobs he does. in fact he has about a half dozen of them sitting around. just so he has one in reach at all times.

[@2LateIWon]

airbox looked perfect well done I always appreciate your videos

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey thanks. I had full intentions of just buying the cover, but apparently it's non-existent.

[@kanadianken5673]

Excellent Video !!! You continue to give Ole’ Mustie1 a run for the trophies !! 👍

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks

[@Fireship1]

Really nice find Moe! That is one handy little machine. Whenever I’m stick welding I always remember what I was taught long ago. “If it slags, it drags”

[@sixtyfiveford]

I knew it was wrong the moment I did it. I had to leave it in the video though so I'll never forget.

[@richardclifton4120]

I saw that start on the first pull and knew you should send it to me. I can finish the rest. 😀

[@sixtyfiveford]

It'll be on your doorstep within the hour.

[@robertlandry8693]

The best home garage fabricobble channel on KZbin. Thanks for the contribution.

[@1970chevelle396]

I think its been at least 20 years since I've stick welded. I first started welding in High School metal shop class with a torch and a stick welder.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Once you mig weld there's not much desire to go back to stick welding.

[@bruceaskin9645]

Good tip on the scoring

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks

[@patriciahibbert6139]

Gordon here , Another one item that has a new home with lots of T.L.C. Very well thought out job and very informative. No less than a hundred👍.

[@sixtyfiveford]

You're awesome. Thanks.

[@murphymmc]

Nice unit. Handy in a whole bunch of ways. Stick weld, slag...you drag.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I knew it was wrong the moment I did it...

[@mattewiegand9896]

I appreciate you explaining things like oil deterioration to the depths you do. It really gives a well rounded view while working on machines. I'll add it to the ol memory bank.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks. I'm glad you enjoyed the video

[@andrewt.c.wilson808]

great .. now I got welders flash ..... awesome little restore refresh ... I love doing stuff like this ...

[@The_Story_Channel]

That is a great unit to have, so versatile and not difficult to work on. I am going to have to find one. Good job Moe.

[@sixtyfiveford]

They're handy!

[@MillersMotors]

I’m impressed you trained doggo to pump the jack handle!

[@glenns5627]

Love the welder and fix. Love the Dog. Love the Fresca. Love the bit about the oil. IMO multi-grade oil is crap and a scam, had a Crown Vic w/ over 450K on the original motor (115K when I bought it), ran the hell out of it constantly (100+ mph w/ the a/c on) and never ran anything but straight 40w of no particular brand, changed maybe every 5 - 10K. Pretty sure I'll get over the 6 extra miles of fuel mileage that practice cost me; rest of the car finally wore out but the motor still ran great and the a/c blew cold.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey Thanks.

[@musicauthority674]

The reason they came up with multi viscosity oil isn't because it's good for the engine. but rather it's convenient for the car owner. because before there was multi viscosity oil. people would run 30 SAE oil in the summer months. and would change to 20 SAE oil in the winter months. and multi viscosity oil meant that they didn't have to do that anymore. and that they could run the same weight of oil all year round. I used to think that heavier weight oil was better. but on newer cars that's not true. because newer engines have tinier oil passages and tighter tolerances than older engines. and the most crucial time for severe engine wear is at engine start up. and heavy oil can't be pumped as fast to where it's needed as thinner oil. and that the weight of the oil doesn't determine it's lubricating capabilities. and because of that I had reconsider my thoughts about running heavier motor oils.

[@57WillysCJ]

Nice, I have heard people grumble that those are getting hard to find. Had one on a trailer that was pto driven on the farm I worked for in the early 1980s.. We used an olderMassey Ferguson diesel. It would run the welder at almost idle.

[@sixtyfiveford]

That would be neat.

[@mhpjii]

I really respect you for your deep, varied knowledge!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Wow, thanks. I'm glad you liked it.

[@rustycrustytriesstuff]

I’d love to find one of these! I want a backup generator but to have the portable welder would be icing on the cake!

[@D2O2]

One lift table to another....major flex! Ginger the wonder dog helping out again.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Had no intentions of keeping the small lift table when I bought it, but it's coming in super handy.

[@KonKrom]

Oh men You are always such a great source of knowledge. That drain plug trick got me i will not lie.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

A pal moved here years ago from Florida to work on the atomic power plant a little way from here. He got a portable about like that with a single cylinder Kohler, around 18 horse and did all sorts of jobs with it. He was x-ray certified and ended up at the boulder hole. That's a nice rig and Ginger was hiding outside as you brought it in. Thanks, Pal and God Bless!

[@sixtyfiveford]

They seam to work really well.

[@fixit4182]

You nailed that air box cover, it looks factory

[@sixtyfiveford]

@@fixit4182 Thanks man

[@yodasbff3395]

That was a pretty sweet find, nice restoration, looks awesome. 👍 Nice of Ginger to help you jack up the table 😉, she's a really good puppy. 👍

[@sixtyfiveford]

You got that right!

[@Darryl603]

Looks nice and works even better! Why can't I be that lucky...

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks. It worked out well this time. Sometimes you end up with a paperweight.

[@kravenofspider]

Never knew they made such a thing. Great dog!

[@mcarroll598]

Great job man, can’t go wrong with those older Briggs Vanguards. Built so well.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey thanks

[@JOEZEP54]

Great find & restoration. Stay well, Joe Z

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks Joe.

[@JOEZEP54]

@@sixtyfiveford .👌

[@helicopterjohns]

Nice job on the generator/welder. Man you have a nice pet there. i.e. the star of the show.

[@sixtyfiveford]

It seems to work really well. Yeah Ginger is a good sport.

[@UtahDarkHorse]

I've had your channel in my subscribed list for over a year but had never watched one of your videos. That's gonna change! I really enjoy your presentation, wide skill set and your dog! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@handyhippie6548]

this is an awesome unit. lucky you to be able to pick it up for a reasonable price. that's the beauty of buying distressed items. you can get things that would otherwise be priced beyond what one could afford. in perfect shape, this would cost more than a small used car.

[@sixtyfiveford]

So true

[@Trydntru]

Still one of my favorite channels!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks. You're too kind.

[@bctruck]

Thanksgiving s a hell of a find and a hell f a fix.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey thanks

[@dougbriggs6797]

The capacitors are to cut down the noise on your radio when you're welding (noise suppression). Nice job on the restore, including scratches !

[@77gmcnut]

Nice job bringing it back to being useful.

[@finbah5706]

omg your dog is so cute so smart!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks!

[@gregbetts8057]

if there is slag it must drag ... good vid , thanks

[@sixtyfiveford]

I knew it was wrong the moment I did it. I had to leave it in the video though so I'll never forget.

[@jaguarman1983]

I love watching your restoration vids! FYI Home Depot is pup friendly 🐶

[@sixtyfiveford]

If it's hot out I will. Otherwise she loves people watching.

[@mr1pearl]

The price was right you can't go wrong and not a lot of effort to get it squared nice 👍

[@Honkerdown]

Great tip on using an extension backwards to remove the oil plug! Thanks!

[@stormmountain2521]

Wow you did it again! You really amaze me at times.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey thanks

[@robertmailhos8159]

Well at least you got it going again there Young Man 😎 I use to work at a place that had a Lincoln stick welder and generator

[@robertmailhos8159]

Thanks for the heart young man 😎👍

[@not2fast4u2c]

Looks so Nice now You could add a removable table on top to hold all your supplies Simple frame made from conduit with some bolts with wing nuts holding it

[@sixtyfiveford]

I like it! Great idea.

[@adnacraigo6590]

I have heard to drag if there is slag. Hope I'm right. Nice machine.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I knew I was wrong the moment I did it.

[@aaronpowell4885]

Nice find and save! While not searching, I've had my eyes and ears open for one of those for years. Super handy piece of equipment to have at the ready! Thanks for sharing👍🏻 and thank you Ginger for supervising and guarding the truck😉

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey thanks. Honda made a great unit years ago and generally their dirt cheap. There model starts with EW(engine welder). They had the EW170 EW171 and EW140.

[@vinces8974]

Fantastic work on the welder generator, looks great!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Glad you like it!

[@martinblouin3639]

Ginger raising the lift 😆

[@rodneybrand8521]

Hey buddy..i agree with you on the briggs vanguard they are great engines..i have a Lincoln weld and power welder with the kohler 10 hp industrial engine it's really huge compared to other 10 hp..it was given to me 5 years ago and wasn't running .. cleaned the points and now it works well it's pretty old too must weigh 350 lbs or more i had to put new wheels and tires on it also..I'm happy with it.. you will be as happy with yours as well great find..always enjoy seeing Ginger she is so smart..take care friend see you on the next one Cheers 🍺🍺🍺🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@sixtyfiveford]

Those Lincoln Engine welders are built like tanks and last forever.

[@roderickmacgregor4867]

Really enjoy watching your vids your informative and good fun

[@muddyfences5559]

Wow Moe's, you are on a roll with the cool restorations. I can't wait to see what is next.

[@sixtyfiveford]

More to come!

[@LunkerFishing]

Your dog is impressive. Great video.

[@TotoGuy-Original]

very nice work on the air filter box wish i was that good!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@1997cr80r]

Just want to point out that the vanguard engines are made by dihatzu (Toyota) and that's why they are so good. I have this exact welder I wish I could find a manual just to see what hobart has to say about matinence and stuff

[@artfulcoyote]

Nice save! Useful product.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey thanks

[@Goomer]

Ginger 0:13 Thanks for the tip on the 30w and the ratchet extension.

[@sixtyfiveford]

She's always helping

[@tblbaby]

Very cool relove job on that great welder generator.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@chucktaylor4958]

What a find. This is a great channel.

[@rockstarfan886]

That behr spray paint is freaking awesome stuff

[@sixtyfiveford]

It actually is. it has good hide ability, which is a must for light colors.

[@rong2578]

I see what you did there, making Ginger pump up your high lift pallet jack at :14 sec. Love those little video editing. But seriously another great video.

[@rong2578]

Had to buy Ginger a new bone, Best shop dog there is.

[@sixtyfiveford]

@@rong2578 You're awesome. Thanks. She's a great sport.

[@mikespain8655]

Did a great job. Nice little rig.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@hubertrobinson8825]

That cover look like OEM nicely done

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey thanks

[@bidders77]

i love the ingenuity of it all

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey Thanks.

[@wayneo7307]

Nice Job on That. Great Find ! You're Dog the Coolest .

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks Wayne

[@doylerabjohn3435]

Nice find......Great repair job. I need one of those.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@jstrunck]

Jack’s Small Engine for air filter housing? McMasters-Carr may have the generic motor mounts. It’s a good machine to have around the shop. All the best sir!

[@halliemyler8644]

I luv the tips!!! I’m a MiLF and I Love the show!!!

[@sixtyfiveford]

I love Milfs!

[@Banshee350speed]

nice job 👍👍 if there's slag, drag 👍

[@letttttttssssss_gooooooo]

Lots of good nuggets of knowledge in this one. Thanks!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey Thanks.

[@JackdeDuCoeur]

Nice work. Ginger rulz!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks

[@IronMan-ml5yi]

Do you know where I can find some dinse connectors? I just got a Honda ew140 with no leads.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I used to own a ew171 but don't recall the exact quick connect connector. You can buy new male/female for pretty cheap amzn.to/3W13KBE . Just drop the panel off and install these. Or if you look around you should be able to find the correct ones. You could also go to boats.net and look up a parts schematic and see if oem ones are still available.

[@WJCTechyman]

Nice job overall. Some people have better luck with Briggs engines than I do as the only one I ever had was on a Husqvarna made Craftsman snow blower that wasn't disappointing, only the carburetor was one of those Nikki things, kind of a pain to work on. I have a 25 year old Vanguard V-Twin on a Cub Cadet Series 2000 that has been a thorn in my side for quite a while. More recently I had to get an air filter for it and thought a filter for a Kohler Command Pro would work since they were similar dimensions. It was too tall so I modified the mounting bracket to just accept it. Basically I just replaced the threaded stud on the bracket with a 1/4-20x1.5" carriage bolt, locking washer, nut, fender washer and wing nut and it made it so I didn't have to special order it.

[@D2O2]

If there's slag, then you drag is how I remember.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I knew the moment I did it that I was wrong.

[@C-M-E]

Man, that thing must have some stories to tell! That's definitely in the 'high mileage curb club'!

[@sixtyfiveford]

She wasn't treated well.

[@pine6163]

Enjoy your videos . You’re skill range is nice, keep it up🤙

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@somedudeRyan]

Looks as good as it runs, great!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks!

[@markhuston6816]

Ur dog great. Nice. Nice find.thanks for sharing.

[@dakotamcclure6165]

Nice find

[@butler386]

Great machine for smaller projects. Why don't they make them anymore? I suspect because by making them separate you have to purchase two machines and not just one. Mo Money for them I think. Just a thought. Great job fixing this generator/welder. Thanks for the videos.

[@sixtyfiveford]

This particular model just isn't made anymore. They still make them, they're just not very common. They're geared more towards industrial so the price point is really high. If they make more diy versions I don't see why they couldn't get the price down closer to that of a stand alone generator.

[@Bigtwin88]

Great Project..

[@singleshot2218]

Looks great! Take care and stay safe! Merry Christmas to you and your family!🙏✝️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks, you too!

[@ww321]

Thanks for your videos. I'm working on a Lincoln Weldanpower G3000. Same engine, different generator. It's not producing power. Any advice on where to get info to troubleshoot it? Thanks again.

[@shannonbradley963]

Nice Moe,where do you find all your treasures for projects.thanks!

[@sixtyfiveford]

I got the last few projects from an estate auction

[@dannydunnagan3267]

Went to Walmart to get oil this morning no 30weight of any kind on the selves that's all I use in small engines. Don't know what is going on.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Yeah, I hate Pennzoil but that is all I've been able to find for months. But it's never really easy to find.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Nice score, Moe.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks

[@RyeOnHam]

The Ginger Channel! (ft. sixtyfiveford)

[@sixtyfiveford]

Pretty much.

[@d46512]

.047 uF is a really common size and it's usually marked as 473. Capacitors of this size to ground couple high frequency A/C noise and short it out.

[@lauraswanson4806]

We have used the kzbin.infoUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!

[@Iowa599]

What is the max dc voltage & amperage output? Add it to an electric golf cart to replace the battery.

[@greggandrade9587]

I also add mystery oil to my gas, with carburetor motors.

[@pomonabill220]

Your dog is something else! Funny!

[@danmccurley466]

Great job...

[@briantruck2284]

Good work

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks

[@jimpark4600]

How do you get the stickers off and what adhesive do you use to put them back on?

[@harpwoolsey]

I really enjoy your work. Did you build a work table lift out of a pallet jack? Do you have a video for it?

[@sixtyfiveford]

I bought it 2nd hand kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHOUpX2XacyDhZY

[@garymgb5371]

Love your channel, and Ginger too!You mentioned that 30w non-detergent oil would be even better than normal 30w in air-cooled engines. Why is that?

[@sixtyfiveford]

Detergents were added to oils to carry all the metal, carbon, dirt, water etc around with the oil so an oil filter could remove it. Non detergents allow all these bad things to settle to the bottom of the engine case and be drained out with oil changes. If you're engine doesn't have an oil filter using detergent oil is essentially forcing all your lubricated parts too continuously eat all the harsh contaminants. This causes unnecessary wear. Non detergents were key in all cars until oil filtration became the norm in the 50's, then you could use detergents. The only drawback to non detergents is you could build up sludge(settled particles) with severe neglect and seldom/infrequent oil changes.

[@garymgb5371]

@@sixtyfiveford Great explanation. Thank you so much. You are the best.

[@geigertron3000]

Great dog sir!

[@Palmit_]

0:0:12 - aww puppy halps❤ 🐶🐕🐕‍🦺🦮 🐩

[@jimmiecatrett7371]

Do you have a video on multi-mig welder model 90070-71 wire feed not working.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I don't.