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06-28-2008, 10:07 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2005
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RE:Compressor ???
I need to up date my compressor to at least a 13 cfm....60 gal....oil compressor.
What is the best buy out there....best company.....
I have checked and just don't have a good knowledge base to make an informed decision.
Thanks in Advance
Frank @ 1L8...RV7A...last 935 details....................
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06-28-2008, 11:40 AM
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I can't tell you what to buy, but here's what not to buy:
I and many others have had bad luck with the pump on the Craftsman twin cylinder, 3.2 hp, 60 gallon, professional line. The head gasket was improperly designed, leading to quite a few pump failures.
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06-28-2008, 11:56 AM
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Guy
Thanks ...it was but is now not on my list
Frank
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06-28-2008, 12:52 PM
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same here. I was considering that same one.
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Brent Humphreys
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06-28-2008, 01:19 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2007
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Frank-
I bought the Husky Pro 60 gal compressor from Home Depot and have had good luck with it so far.
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Jim Brown
RV6, Christen Eagle II(Sold)
ATP, CFII, A-IGI, A&P/IA
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06-28-2008, 03:41 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Oklahoma
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Probably a good choice
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Originally Posted by fstringham7a
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I've got the I.R. model just under this one. 13.1 cu. ft. No problems so far. Close to finished with the riveting.
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Joe Schneider
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Flying since 2008
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06-28-2008, 06:24 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Delta, CO/Atlin, BC
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Another don't buy
I went through two Lowe's Kobalt compressors in two months. Even though they replaced the first one, I got my $ back on the second one and bought a DeWalt.
greg
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Greg Arehart
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06-28-2008, 07:46 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Maryland
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Go with the2 stage
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Originally Posted by fstringham7a
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IR makes a great compressor. I went with the 2 stage model though, as it makes a lot less noise.
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Jim Buechler
RV 9A - N194HW
I/O 360, Whirlwind 200RV C/S, Slider
RV 10 - 313RT
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06-29-2008, 04:32 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: OH
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I also recommend a two stage.
two stage not twin cylinder (actually they do have two cylinders but are different)
In a two stage, one piston takes the presure up to say 40 lbs and the second piston takes it up to a higher pressure. I believe mine is on at 125 and off at 150 lbs. You can then regulate your line pressure to whatever you want. Compressor will not have to run as long. Unless you enjoy the noise.
The volume is nice if you want to run a tool that uses lots of air.
I have not built a plane yet............just somewhat familiar with compressors, so info is worth what you pay for it.
Todd
NW Ohio
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