which compressor you recommend?

[Schugg]

im looking to getting a compressor, and being im very picky that all my tools are the same brand im getting a craftsman. i would really like getting one of the black craftsman professional compressors, but they are a bit pricey for the amount of use it will get. it will just be used for working on my car, minor work to motor swaps, i want to eventually attempt my own paint job, just cant remember the recommended tank size.

but these are the 2 im looking at,

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...+%26+Inflators - this one comes with tools, dont know they qaulity but probably cheap, but it has all good reviews 4/5 stars only.

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1...6762000P?mv=rr - but this one is a bigger tank, with no accessories, but it has quit a few bad reviews about regulators and stuff going out.

i was actually looking at the one for 200, until i seen the reviews. so i figured i would move up 1 or 2.

[green91]

Kaiser twin screw. Nice and quiet, low maintenance.

[Barefoot]

i have a Ingersoll Rand 2340L5 t30 60 gallon single phase http://www.factorynew.com/detail.aspx?Recnum=AC-300182 . this bad boy never runs out of air.

ive had lots of low end compressors from 10 gallons to 60 gallons an none would ever hold up to painting a car or any kind of continuous use. the low end comps are fucking loud like really really loud. so dont plan on using it at night if u have neighbors.

[JessAlba452]

Hmm...number 1 looks like the best value even if the tools are crappy you get a little more for the money.

If you want to attempt painting later down the road, save up and buy the right compressor now.

Recommended is a belt driven, iron cast, two stage at 5hp or at least 12cfm. (pay attention to cfm) a 30 gallon tank would work, but will keep running to supply enough air.
Which means dips in air pressure while you're painting. But it may be enough for what you would need using it at home since you won't be painting multiple cars.


Good brands are...

Ingersoll Rand
Quincy

Though I would warn they are pretty expensive. They're quality compressors that come with a good warranty.


Other than that I've seen a nice 60 gal, 5hp Kobalt at Lowes. Not sure on their quality, but it was around $700.

[Barefoot]

did u ever pick 1

[Andy099]

check out Husky Oil Less Compressor..the 20 gallon version. verticle stand...looks identical to the craftsman one..

I thought about getting a craftsman too but for the price of the Husky at Home Depot...i believe is $150 new..you can't beat it. Comes with an air hose

i got it new form someone off craigslist for $60 and he threw in extra tools he had..I've been very happy and tons of power..i believe its 150 PSI...


for a starter don't waste your money on expensive ass compressors..the husky is a good enough size and strong enough to do the basic things your looking to do..

[Barefoot]

for a starter don't waste your money on expensive ass compressors..

come use my IR then use the husky an i beat u wont ever say that again. when your buying tools dont go cheap. cheap gets u into more trouble wanted time and money.

[Tech5]

i would bet against that with my compressor , I would bet yeah what I paid for it new lol

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item....re&dir=catalog

come use my IR then use the husky an i beat u wont ever say that again. when your buying tools dont go cheap. cheap gets u into more trouble wanted time and money.

[RWD164]

My 2 cents,

Don't buy compressors that come with tool kits. The tools are usually shitty and they are compensating for a sub-par pump.
If possible, get a really high quality used compressor. Check display shops and other businesses that are going under.
Bigger tank is always a plus (unless you like the sound of your pump running...)

MA

[Schugg]

did u ever pick 1

not yet, ill probably get the one with the tools, im assuming it has the same motor as the bigger one but it has better reviews for some reason. but im back up on the deployment list now, so chances are ill get something else i can use while im gone. then i can get a good one when im back.

[Schugg]

My 2 cents,

Don't buy compressors that come with tool kits. The tools are usually shitty and they are compensating for a sub-par pump.
If possible, get a really high quality used compressor. Check display shops and other businesses that are going under.
Bigger tank is always a plus (unless you like the sound of your pump running...)

MA

i would only get the one with the tools because i would be replacing them anyway. i wanted the bigger one for the same price with no tools, but for some reason it has bad reviews.

[Barefoot]

i would bet against that with my compressor , I would bet yeah what I paid for it new lol

http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item....re&dir=catalog

lol thats a lil much even for me. if i had like 12 guys in a shop using it. yah i spend the money.

once u see the price i got mines for ull shit. check your pms.

[Tech5]

well that is snap on list price I paid 8k for it

lol thats a lil much even for me. if i had like 12 guys in a shop using it. yah i spend the money.

once u see the price i got mines for ull shit. check your pms.