Mine sits on a 2 x 4 frame and has a chain around it attached to the
wall studs.
Linwood H Rose wrote:
> I received my new air compressor today. Ingersoll Rand Electric
> Stationary Air Compressor 5 HP, 18.1 CFM @ 90 PSI, 230 Volt, Model#
> SS5L5 60 lb. tank.
>
> Directions say to bolt to the floor. I have a brand new garage floor
> with brand new professional epoxy paint job. I will drill holes in the
> floor if I must, but is there no other alternative? This is the first
> compressor I have ever had - always done it the hard way - you know
> wire brush in a drill, and turn those spanners, so this is all new
> territory for me.
>
> Is it an absolute no-no to put heavy duty hard rubber casters WITH
> LOCKS on the feet of the compressor? I would then safety strap the
> tank to the wall since these things do appear to be a little top heavy.
>
> Your thoughts and admonishments please.
>
> Lin
> 1960 BT7 "The Bloody Beast"
> 1959 AN5 Bugeye
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