In addition to the discussion on cfm and stages (I bought an IR T-30 2-stage
V-twin 60 gal upright and now wish it were an 80 gal) another very important
factor in buying a little more compressor than you need that is in the $750
range is it will get you a compressor that is cast iron and not aluminum
(even though they have steel liners). These aluminum compressors will just
not have the longevity. I have a 20 gal Sears compressor I bought back in
the early 70s and its still going strong - its just won't keep up with the
demands I put on it now. I bought my compressor knowing my son will
probably have it into his adult life. Yes, the initial investment is higher
but it will probably be the only one you'll buy in both your lives. Do you
remember the analogy I heard used when I was a kid? Buy a Rolls Royce and
you'll never have to buy another car in your lifetime. That's a little
extreme given the initial capital outlay but it gets the point across.
-Bob
55 Belair Post
56 Cameo
56 Panel
54 5-Window
----- Original Message -----
From: "Duncan M. Nickles" <DNICKLES@mbakercorp.com>
To: <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, December 12, 2001 9:34 AM
Subject: [oletrucks] air compressor questions
> I have been reading all of the recent postings about air compressors and
shop set up. I have the impression that those of you with the large
compressors are running more that your average shade tree garage.
>
> I too have been contemplating a compressor but am on hold until the funds
materialize (or quit disappearing at least).
>
> I have been looking at the CFM displacement rather than the psi rating,
etc... but the large compressors that have been discussed lately seem to be
overkill for typical handy man activity. If I go to Sears, Home Depot, or
Lowes and but a small compressor - less than 200 psi with a relatively small
tank - less than 50 gal. - the CFM ratings are still there that I can run
impacts, wratchets, die grinders, drills, sanders, paint guns, etc... I am
not planning on running hydraulic lifts or anything of that industrial
nature, but I may look at some small scale sand blasting in the future. I
also will use the compressor for pneumatic nail guns in the shop.
>
> Am I missing the boat? I definately cannot afford a $750 - $1000
compressor (probably for the next 20 years). But I can afford $300 - $400
for one from Sears, Home Depot, or Lowes. Will I be disappointed? I
realize that the compressor will run when I am using high demand tools like
sanders, drills, and die grinders.
>
> Thanks
>
> Duncan Nickles
> Canonsburg, PA
> '59 Chevy 1-ton
> '75 Jeep CJ
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