Hey.......anyone out there got a 60 or 80-Gal compressor they aren't using??

[Paul65K]

Hey just thought I'd check and see if anyone has a 60-Gal vertical compressor hanging around that they aren't using anymore??

My garage was plumbed with high quality air lines (heavy gauge copper) by the previous owner and I'd like to retire my small 4-Gal Dewalt portable back to travel use and upgrade the garage to a larger unit. I have the perfect spot in the garage to put a supply and it has both dedicated 20A-120V as well as a 50A-240V outlets so I was hoping to find a nice unit that could handle at least 150 PSI.

So if anyone has one of these of has a line on something that sounds like it might fit this bill and isn't way pricey please let me know.

Thanks
P65K

[Stainless]

That's exactly the setup I have, plumbed with black pipe. Just remember to regulate pressure on tools that only like 90 psi, ask how I know? ;)


CH3NO2

[Paul65K]

A couple of friends are cleaning out their hangars, I'll ask about compressors.

Does it have to be vertical?Thanks Wheeler.......Vertical would be soooooooo much better :D

[SJP]

Paul - you need to get one of these.

http://www.aircompressorsdirect.com/Quincy-2V41C60VC-Air-Compressor/p855.html#reviews

[Paul65K]

That's exactly the setup I have, plumbed with black pipe. Just remember to regulate pressure on tools that only like 90 psi, ask how I know? ;)


CH3NO2

No need for me to ask.....been there, done that :rolleyes

[Paul65K]

Paul - you need to get one of these.

http://www.aircompressorsdirect.com/Quincy-2V41C60VC-Air-Compressor/p855.html#reviewsThanks Sam, that looks Real nice but I'm trying not to spend that much on a compressor that I won't be using more than once or twice a week...........remember I'm a cheap bastard:nutswinger:

[SJP]

Thanks Sam, that looks Real nice but I'm trying not to spend that much on a compressor that I won't be using more than once or twice a week...........remember I'm a cheap bastard:nutswinger:

Yeah I hear you. It is one of the only compressors still made in the US.

[Stainless]

Paul, I got mine out of box return bc someone didn't have 220 to run it. That's a long shot, but you might try Sears, Lowes, Home Depot after Christmas for returns. ;)


CH3NO2

[Paul65K]

Paul, I got mine out of box return bc someone didn't have 220 to run it. That's a long shot, but you might try Sears, Lowes, Home Depot after Christmas for returns. ;)


CH3NO2
Great idea......if nothing comes up by then I'll try that :D

[HB Vic]

I might have a 3 phase rotary we're not using :D

[ChumpChange]

Have you tried the Harbor Freight thread?

[thatguy]

Have you tried the Harbor Freight thread?

LOL!!

I have a Craftsman 60 gal. upright that went 7 years with just oil changes and belt adj.

Last summer I had to replace the head and valve body after it cracked.
I think I paid about $600 - $700 for it brand new on sale.

I use the shit out of it. 8 years now.
The Sears in Redding also has Ingersols in stock on occasion for not much more.

I would recommend a new one if you plan on making it a fixture in your garage, used ones are generally used up...

Mine is losing the lower end now I think, it gets HOT and never used to.

But still, 8 years is a good run IMO for that price.

I could replace the entire compressor unit for around $400 I think?

[Paul65K]

What do you guys think about this one?? http://www.lowes.com/ProductDisplay?partNumber=54284-1126-VT6362&catalogId=10051&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=3370356

Price looks good and out of 22 reviews only one bad one.......and that one was bad out of the box??
Makes 11 CFM @90PSI and comes with a 3 year warranty!!


I agree.......those of you that know me realize that I'm just a little anal about my shit........new would probably be more my style :D

[thatguy]

What do you guys think about this one?? http://www.lowes.com/ProductDisplay?partNumber=54284-1126-VT6362&catalogId=10051&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=3370356

Price looks good and out of 22 reviews only one bad one.......and that one was bad out of the box??
Makes 11 CFM @90PSI and comes with a 3 year warranty!!


I agree.......those of you that know me realize that I'm just a little anal about my shit........new would probably be more my style :D

I like the Ingersoll below it better....

Here is your deal right here!!

Hell, I may get another at that price!!

Same model I have now, kicked ass for 7 years.

http://www.sears.com/craftsman-professional-60-gallon-air-compressor-3.1-rhp/p-00916476000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1

[Paul65K]

I like the Ingersoll below it better....
Yeah....I saw that but it's 30% more money, 20% less HP and only 135 PSI vs. 155 PSI........although I agree that IR is a good name. The breaker for me is that the IR is white and it will probably always show the dust in my garage :D

[Stainless]

What do you guys think about this one?? http://www.lowes.com/ProductDisplay?partNumber=54284-1126-VT6362&catalogId=10051&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=3370356

Price looks good and out of 22 reviews only one bad one.......and that one was bad out of the box??
Makes 11 CFM @90PSI and comes with a 3 year warranty!!


I agree.......those of you that know me realize that I'm just a little anal about my shit........new would probably be more my style :D

Get another 5% off if you have Lowes card. ;)


CH3NO2

[thatguy]

Yeah....I saw that but it's 30% more money, 20% less HP and only 135 PSI vs. 155 PSI........although I agree that IR is a good name. The breaker for me is that the IR is white and it will probably always show the dust in my garage :D

look back at the link to the Craftsman in my post edit.

[Paul65K]

look back at the link to the Craftsman in my post edit.
Yeah...........looks pretty close huh?
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-professional-60-gallon-air-compressor-3.1-rhp/p-00916476000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1

I'm not a real fan of the Sears Local shop here in Havasu.......never really liked these guys and Lowes has been awesome......I think I'd rather deal with them on warranty issues......especially with 3 years vs. 1 year on the Craftsman......but that's just me :D

[thatguy]

Yeah...........looks pretty close huh?
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-professional-60-gallon-air-compressor-3.1-rhp/p-00916476000P?prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1

I'm not a real fan of the Sears Local shop here in Havasu.......never really liked these guys and Lowes has been awesome......I think I'd rather deal with them on warranty issues......especially with 3 years vs. 1 year on the Craftsman......but that's just me :D

Good points, I paid more 8 years ago than what it is going for on sale.
It wasn't my first choice either, but it's been damn good to me!

Our sears is a good one though, happy shopping!!

[Paul65K]

Sooooooooooooooooo............It looks like you need to buy a separate regulator for pressure out with these larger units.......does that sound right to you guys??

I was going to put in a water trap anyhow but just wondering??

[thatguy]

Sooooooooooooooooo............It looks like you need to buy a separate regulator for pressure out with these larger units.......does that sound right to you guys??

I was going to out in a water trap anyhow but just wondering??

I always put one on anyways, and leave the compressor reg (if it has one) wide open.

I have mine plumbed with separate lines and 1 reg so I have a tire filler hose that is always full PSI.

[SJP]

I think my vertical Husky has the same cylinder config as the kobalt you are looking at. Mine leaks oil a little and is louder than I would have liked. Mine is wired and plugged into 110 and I need to change that. They run like crap that way.

I have a Sears professional horizontal 26gal in HB. It is awesome. Quiet and other than replacing a belt / oil changes has ran really well. I have had for 12 years. If you guys get any of the models let me know the feedback. I wish you could here them run at the store. That would effect my buying decsion.

[Stainless]

Sooooooooooooooooo............It looks like you need to buy a separate regulator for pressure out with these larger units.......does that sound right to you guys??

I was going to put in a water trap anyhow but just wondering??

Yes on both.
I think the crafty thing would be to split the discharge and have one side regulated to 90 psi and the other full pressure. That way you don't forget to adjust pressure down for small air tools. 90 psi tools don't like getting banged at 150. :D


CH3NO2

[Paul65K]

I always put one on anyways, and leave the compressor reg (if it has one) wide open.

I have mine plumbed with separate lines and 1 reg so I have a tire filler hose that is always full PSI.That's a good idea.........keep the plumbed system at ~90 PSI and a direct line out to the air line I use for tires at fthe full 150 as I use the compressor about 50% of the time just to air the Jeep tires back up after off-roading.......thanks :thumb:

[thatguy]

Yes on both.
I think the crafty thing would be to split the discharge and have one side regulated to 90 psi and the other full pressure. That way you don't forget to adjust pressure down for small air tools. 90 psi tools don't like getting banged at 150. :D


CH3NO2

Copycat!

[Paul65K]

OK.....Little change of direction and want to get your opinions.

http://www.sears.com/craftsman-33-gallon-vertical-air-compressor/p-00916572000P?prdNo=20&blockNo=20&blockType=G20

This is certainly not the same kind of compressor but will likely meet all my needs and with 33 GA and 165 PSI it should meet my needs and be a quick plug and play.......not to mention at a substantial price difference. It is also a rotary compressor vs. a piston so an upgrade in technology as well...........whatdoyouguysthink???

[Stainless]

I don't know Paul, theres something about having a 60 or 80 gallon tank in your shop, kinda looks badass. :D
Seriously the one you posted would be fine. The only time I have needed big was to break lug nuts on RV with 1" impact.

[Bobby V]

OK.....Little change of direction and want to get your opinions.

http://www.sears.com/craftsman-33-gallon-vertical-air-compressor/p-00916572000P?prdNo=20&blockNo=20&blockType=G20

This is certainly not the same kind of compressor but will likely meet all my needs and with 33 GA and 165 PSI it should meet my needs and be a quick plug and play.......not to mention at a substantial price difference. It is also a rotary compressor vs. a piston so an upgrade in technology as well...........whatdoyouguysthink???

This is what I have in my garage in Havasu. Never had any problems.

[Paul65K]

I don't know Paul, theres something about having a 60 or 80 gallon tank in your shop, kinda looks badass. :D
Seriously the one you posted would be fine. The only time I have needed big was to break lug nuts on RV with 1" impact.
Yeah I know......I agree 60GA is the shit but.............my 4GA with 120 PSI is actually doing the job right now for everything but blowing out the garage to I'm guessing that I can make this one work for quite a while.......and I won't even have to change the oil like I do now :D