im a "retired" tech at the age of 25. i got out of the auto industry but still have all my tools. recently bought a house, and refuse to work without air after being spoiled in a nice shop for so long.

i was gonna go to sears, but not sure what size compressor i need. i figured i could get something pretty decent for about $300.

i have all the regular professional air tools, leakdown and compression tester etc. i want something thats not gonna screw me if im working for the entire day in the garage.

thanks in advance for the help.

 

http://www.aircompressorsdirect.com/...ompressors.php


how much we spendin

 

i was hopin $300-$350 max. never bought a decent compressor before so i dont know hwat to look for.

on the other hand i am buying a 30hp rotary screw for our stone shop, but i dont know what cfm i need for my house.

 

You need a nice IR compressor.... Get out the check book


John

 

$350 will get you a roll around compressor that will run all ******* day long while you work..

or a nice pancake style compressor.. you could run a whole nailgun on .

break the bank and get a 5 hp 50gal and be done with it

 

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00916760000P

That is what I have and no complaits about it, ran a die sander, I think that is what it is called. And I ran it for a hour and never had to stop. The tools and air line is not worth a chit.

 

i like the $399 specials you see often. the "5hp", 60gal tank, single stage units. seems like you get quite a bit for the money.

the oilless are very loud.

something like this but for under $400 >> http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?actio...275&lpage=none

 

^^^ That is a killer deal!

My compressor is not too bad, I keep it in the back yard and roll out the hose

 

Check out craigslist in your area. Find something with a 5 hp compressor and a 60 to 80 gallon compressor.

We got lucky and traded a laptop for one. Pretty nice unit with very low hours on it.

 

thanks guys. i was lookin at the 33 gallon, wasnt sure if that would cut it. at times i will be all out with the air tools disassembling everything in sight. when i do, i dont want to have to wait for the tank to fill up again. ill check into a 50-60. it sucks, but i know its true to just quit being a bitch and buy a good one.

the holidays suck, i went out to buy christmas presents and came back with a new computer for myself. i think im retarded or something. i still havent bought **** for anyone.