Need a shop compressor!

OSU4Runner · 08-24-2008, 09:46 PM

So I've been stocking up on some new tools, and I'm going to be purchasing an impact wrench and a few other air tools soon. What size compressor should I be looking at to run? I'll only be doing light maintenance. How many HP/gallon tank should I get?

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toytech76 · 08-25-2008, 05:48 AM

I got a craftsman 27 gal compressor. It works good, I just wish it was bigger since it kicks on alot. I do use it for more than light maint. Usually quite a bit of heavy duty stuff. They are usually about $299. Sometimes they go on sale for $249. I believe they are 1/3 hp

CJM · 08-25-2008, 06:45 AM

Husky has a campbel hausfeld (it just says husky on it), 33 gallon that uses oil (good thing) and puts out about 6.5CFM which will run almost any tool you want for a good bit. Its like 350 bucks or so.

OSU4Runner · 08-25-2008, 01:57 PM

I was hoping to find something under $150....any suggestions

ScottyC · 09-03-2008, 03:40 PM

If you want the best bang for your buck. Look on Craigslist for a 60gal or 80gal used unit.

I run a 60gal dual piston Husky that I bought from Home Depot for $399. If you plan to use your tools a lot, then go big.

111db · 09-03-2008, 03:56 PM

I've got the same one Scotty has. If you ever paint 60gal is the way to go, not to mention it cycles much less. Mine is 220v though, which is better than 110v.

But I second looking at CL. There are usually quite a few available there at good prices.

86tuning · 09-03-2008, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by OSU4Runner

I'll only be doing light maintenance. How many HP/gallon tank should I get?

The bigger the better.

A 240v compressor is 2-phase and will use less current during normal operation than any 120v compressor.

A stand-up tank is better than a lay-down tank because you can drain moisture from it faster, and because the air outlet on the stand-up is higher ( = less moisture in the lines).

The size of your air fittings determines how well your air tools perform. I run a hose directly off the ball-valve on the tank (no quick-couplers) and then I run supersize air fittings on my air tools. It's like putting a bigger exhaust on your truck, it makes a big difference in flow/power output.

08-25-2008, 05:48 AM	#2 (permalink)
toytech76 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Camino, Ca Posts: 1,161	I got a craftsman 27 gal compressor. It works good, I just wish it was bigger since it kicks on alot. I do use it for more than light maint. Usually quite a bit of heavy duty stuff. They are usually about $299. Sometimes they go on sale for $249. I believe they are 1/3 hp __________________ 97 Runner. 4" Pro Comp IFS lift in the front, LC coils and shocks in the rear, 33x12.5/15 Pro Comp mud terrains, 15x8 Pro Comp 1069 alloys, 00 runner headlites, clear corners and bumper lenses, 00 runner airbox/MAF conversion, Reverse indiglo gauges, 5000K HID's, LC hood struts, Magnaflow exhaust, custom grill insert, hella driving lights converted into headlight highbeams, retrofitted avalon homelink sunvisor.

08-25-2008, 06:45 AM	#3 (permalink)
CJM Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Central NJ Posts: 4,561	Husky has a campbel hausfeld (it just says husky on it), 33 gallon that uses oil (good thing) and puts out about 6.5CFM which will run almost any tool you want for a good bit. Its like 350 bucks or so. __________________ 96' T100 SR5 4x4, ISR mod, Custom ABS snorkel, KC 57's Hella optilux el cheapo backup lights. Cobra 19III CB, Firestick 4ft antenna, Bilstein shocks. Be polite. Be professional. But, have a plan to kill everyone you meet.

08-25-2008, 01:57 PM	#4 (permalink)
OSU4Runner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Woodway, TX Posts: 1,336	I was hoping to find something under $150....any suggestions __________________ 2006 Tacoma SR5 - Stock for now 2000 4Runner Limited 16x8 Pro Comp Steelies wrapped in 285/75R16 Pro Comp M/T'S~RB 2" Body Lift~SS 1.2 Lift~1st Gen Roll Bar~Surco Safari Rack~ Trail Gear Sliders~Deckplate Mod w/ True Flow~Satoshi Grille~Hayden 1678 Aux Cooler~Safari Snorkel and a bunch of other crap.....

09-03-2008, 03:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
ScottyC Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Windsor/Greeley, CO Posts: 1,179	If you want the best bang for your buck. Look on Craigslist for a 60gal or 80gal used unit. I run a 60gal dual piston Husky that I bought from Home Depot for $399. If you plan to use your tools a lot, then go big. __________________ Scotty http://www.addictedoffroad.com/ 970-420-4198 Toyota Winch bumpers on SALE!

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111db Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Mesa AZ Posts: 1,215	I've got the same one Scotty has. If you ever paint 60gal is the way to go, not to mention it cycles much less. Mine is 220v though, which is better than 110v. But I second looking at CL. There are usually quite a few available there at good prices. __________________ Jon *97 4Runner 3.4 4.88's * ARB Lockers F/R * ARB compressor * Sonoran Steel numba 1 * 285 BFG AT/KO * TJM 17 * BudBuilt Skids * Stubbs Sliders & BBQ sauce * Irbis out back * Various Electronic Gadgets**

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