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[itsbob]

Thinking of getting an air compressor for the garage.

Any one have any kind of feedback?

Are they worth it?

What should I be looking for?

Looked at a Dewalt Emglo 15 gallon, and 4 gallon.. Both have > 5 CFM (5.4 and 5.2) and same 200 PSI, and only $10 difference in price.

Of course neither come with tools, so will have to fork over money for tools. Biggest thing I can think of for use is an Impact Drill, and of course tire inflation and other pneumatic tools.

After that I'm thinking of a lift for the garage. Not cheap, but a LOT cheaper than I thought they'd be. One can always wish.

 

[Dougstermd]

personaly thats not much compressor. also direct driv
e compressors suck for noise etc. I have had compressors from the tinest to some largest that run on residential current.

 

[desertrat]

Thinking of getting an air compressor for the garage.

Any one have any kind of feedback?

Are they worth it?

What should I be looking for?

Looked at a Dewalt Emglo 15 gallon, and 4 gallon.. Both have > 5 CFM (5.4 and 5.2) and same 200 PSI, and only $10 difference in price.

Of course neither come with tools, so will have to fork over money for tools. Biggest thing I can think of for use is an Impact Drill, and of course tire inflation and other pneumatic tools.

After that I'm thinking of a lift for the garage. Not cheap, but a LOT cheaper than I thought they'd be. One can always wish.

I'd recommend a bigger one Bob. An impact wrench can be really handy, changing tire, lawn mower blades, stubborn nuts. I think you need over 5cfm @ 90psi or so to drive one with decent torque. Like this one.
Find Air Impact Wrench, 1/2" and other Air Compressor Tools at Aubuchon Hardware
For an impact drill I wouldn't even use air. Go electric.
Craftsman 1/2 in. Corded Hammer Drill - Model 10137 at Sears.com
Of course the smaller ones are more portable and drive most smaller tools. For what they won't do you can always find an electic one.

 

[itsbob]

personaly thats not much compressor. also direct driv
e compressors suck for noise etc. I have had compressors from the tinest to some largest that run on residential current.

I thought so, but don't much about compresors. Figured Lowes would be more about outfitting a carpenter than a mechanic. I don't need to roof a house (yet) or do finish work. I'm looking for auto and bike purposes.

And I think I misspoke.. I think it is an impact wrench I'd be looking for. I tried to take out a retaining nut/bolt on my final drive and had to resort to a 20 pound sledge to get it off.

 

[BS Gal]

I think you should forget the tools and buy BG something special and expensive.
YVW.

 

[itsbob]

I think you should forget the tools and buy BG something special and expensive.
YVW.

She has me, what more could she want??

 

[Chain729]

Thinking of getting an air compressor for the garage.

Any one have any kind of feedback?

Are they worth it?

What should I be looking for?

Looked at a Dewalt Emglo 15 gallon, and 4 gallon.. Both have > 5 CFM (5.4 and 5.2) and same 200 PSI, and only $10 difference in price.

Of course neither come with tools, so will have to fork over money for tools. Biggest thing I can think of for use is an Impact Drill, and of course tire inflation and other pneumatic tools.

After that I'm thinking of a lift for the garage. Not cheap, but a LOT cheaper than I thought they'd be. One can always wish.

That's a tiny compressor. Impacts and whatnot don't require much. Plan on doing any painting? Even HVLP guns want more than my 33 gal Craftsman can dish out.

Honestly, for a hobbyist, I wouldn't bother DeWalt. Craftsman 33 gal upright, running on normal 120 @ 20A is more than you'll use. Dad had the same one for over 20 years and he was mechanic. Only God knows how old grandpa's is.

 

[BadGirl]

I think you should forget the tools and buy BG something special and expensive.
YVW.

You know.....I've always felt something very special for you. That kind of "damn, she sure is a sweet woman" kind of thing.

Now I've re-evaluated my position on you.

I now am totally, completely, and honestly in love with you. Not in a weird sexual way, but in the way that girlfriends have with one another.

 

[BS Gal]

You know.....I've always felt something very special for you. That kind of "damn, she sure is a sweet woman" kind of thing.

Now I've re-evaluated my position on you.

I now am totally, completely, and honestly in love with you. Not in a weird sexual way, but in the way that girlfriends have with one another.

 

[Dougstermd]

She has me, what more could she want??

well you are special and insignifigant(sp)

 

[BS Gal]

She has me, what more could she want??

 

[Gtmustang88]

I would look at the craftman 33 gal upwright one also. I have that one with 75 feet of hose and love it for the most part. It will run any tool I need to. I use mac and snap on tools with mine though, since the craftsman ones they give you with it aren't that great, at least not the impact. The only problem with the oil free compressors are that they are noisy, especially in a closed in garage. Alot of the ones that run on oil though are bigger and require a 220v outlet.

 

[Mojo]

Not in a weird sexual way, but in the way that girlfriends have with one another.

 

[Ponytail]

I would look at the craftman 33 gal upwright one also. I have that one with 75 feet of hose and love it for the most part. It will run any tool I need to. I use mac and snap on tools with mine though, since the craftsman ones they give you with it aren't that great, at least not the impact. The only problem with the oil free compressors are that they are noisy, especially in a closed in garage. Alot of the ones that run on oil though are bigger and require a 220v outlet.

Thats the one that I have for my garage (Craftsman 33 gal 1.5 Hp. It is noisy, but it's tolerable considering price and all the tools that it will run. I have 50 feet of hose, so it gets me away from the noise somewhat. YOu can run multiple tools at once to without any trouble. You just have to keep it close to an outlet and make sure it's on an unloaded 20Amp circuit. The larger the tank, the more powerful tool you can run with fewer compressor cycles (on/off).

Itsbob, to give you an idea, I also bought a sweet portable compressor to run my home repair airtools (nailers, etc). Made by Senco. It's only a 2.5 gal dual tank, is SUPER quiet, has thick rubber feet and won't mar the wood flooring, and doesn't dance around at all. Fills up in about 33 seconds. I love it. Can pick it up and carry it anywhere and easily runs on a 15 Amp circuit. Good for filling up the motorcycle/bicycle tires real quick too. THAT one won't run an impact wrench though.

Check Toolbarn.com for good compressor reviews and descriptions, then go to Discount Tools, Discount Tool Store for price comparison. You can't beat Coastals prices or Customer Service, though they don't always have the make/model that you are looking for. They carry high end stuff. I've spent $$$ there. Never been disappointed.

PT

 

[willie]

Don't fool around with a cheap impact wrench. Be sure it will do at least 600 ft. lbs. in reverse.

 

[BS Gal]

Diamonds are a girl's best friend.

 

[BadGirl]

Diamonds are a girl's best friend.

Does Diamond make an air compressor?

Next question..

CFM.

If a compressor is 5 CFM at 90 PSI, what's the CFM at say 10 PSI? Or does it not change? Will it always be 5 CFM independent of the PSI?

 

[BS Gal]

Does Diamond make an air compressor?

Next question..

CFM.

If a compressor is 5 CFM at 90 PSI, what's the CFM at say 10 PSI? Or does it not change? Will it always be 5 CFM independent of the PSI?

I'm not aware of any company named Diamond that makes an air compressor.

As for that other stuff, the answer would be :shrug:

 

[desertrat]

Does Diamond make an air compressor?

Next question..

CFM.

If a compressor is 5 CFM at 90 PSI, what's the CFM at say 10 PSI? Less Or does it not change? Will it always be 5 CFM independent of the PSI?

The critical factor is will it supply enough CFM at 90 psi to do the job. Most compressors will develope plenty of pressure, but not be able to maintain the flow. What kind of CFM is coming out of the hose would depend on what you have hooked on the end. If its just blowing air then the higher the pressure goes the more CFM are blowing.
Most tools need 5-6 CFM, bigger tools would need more. Look at the tools you want, they have the requirments on them, then get a compressor that'll handle it.

The Air Compressor Buying Guide For Air Compressor Newbies - ToolCrib.com Blog

 

[glhs837]

What I read once was to browse an air tool catalog section, and try to pin down the tool you figure was the biggest air hog youd use. Me, eventually, when I get around to restoring the classic car I have, I'll be needing to use a straightline sander, and chose mine accordingly.

As for useful tools. Boy, the basics, impact wrench, 3/8ths and 3/4 ratchets, blowgun, tire inflator, those at a minimum. If your doing home improvement, I highly recommend a set of air nailers, man, trim works a breeze.