At $569 the price is pretty good I think, I just don't know if I'd use it enough anymore to make the investment worthwhile. And of course it's an oil lube type so it would be much quieter. It's 230v which I also see as a good thing over my current 110v model. It has a 60 gallon tank so double what I have now and is rated at 11.5 scfm 90 psi so that's nearly double what I have now as well. The best candidate I've found is probably this one from HD: Since my current compressor has a rated air delivery of 6.4 scfm 90 psi I wouldn't be willing to replace it with anything that had lower capacity than that. I'm fairly certain they used to have a much bigger selection, so things do change over time. They list nothing in the way of oil lubed compressors now except one for $1350. It's a Craftsman 30 gallon that I've had for quite some time and it's been adequate for most things I've done with it, but it's insanely loud.Īs I was looking at what's currently available I remembered that a lot of people had good things to say about some of the Harbor Freight compressors so I looked at what they list online. I'm at least a little interested since I've been kind or thinking about replacing my compressor. How dead would this place be if no one ever started a thread about anything that's been discussed before? So I only waste a millisecond of my time reading the title. What's up with you guys complaining that the OP doesn't run a search instead of wasting your time? Here's a little tip that I use - if I think a thread is unnecessary based on it's title, I don't open it. I try to keep my money at home when I can. Try to find out the country of origins too. A smaller motor doing the same work will work harder than the larger one hence a shorter life.and it's NAPA (the last ole'school parts store, so I support them with my patronage). The larger motor should mean longer motor life even if all else is the same. If it were me, I'd lean towards the Napa model. Compare the CFM ratings and you'll see what I am talking about, but in order to do that you need to find out what the husky will do at or near 165 psi like the Napa model rating. I don't know anything about the brands, but I can say that the 5HP model should do better with sand blasting and air tools like die grinders, scalers, etc.the ones that you hold on for extended periods of time. You'll get used to it working and never check it and the next thing you 's holding water and rusting out. The "oilless" ones are horribly loud (never again). I think the size you have chosen to be adequate for what you are doing. I don't mind the number of posts you have.can't a person just want the conversation?.I'll join. this compressor is almost double the cost of the husky but may last longer ? I was possibly considering this Napa compressor since it is a little bit more geared toward the professional but this compressor has about the same specs as the husky in terms of air flow, etc. I was thinking of possibly getting this husky 60 gallon / 175 psi compressor as i think this may be what best suits me? I don't know who makes husky air compressors though ? I do like that this one has an automatic drain valve and is dual stage but i also dont want to cheap out and have to replace it again in a few years anyway. I am thinking a 60 gallon/240v probably fits my requirements the best ? I would rather stay around $800 bucks but also don't want to be dissapointed either ? I believe for my needs I want to find a dual stage compressor based on the possible painting aspect ? I would like to possibly use a compressor to clear coat my old truck but am not running a paint booth out of my garage. I wont be using a blast cabinet or any of those high air flow required tools. I want an air compressor that can handle 1/2 impact guns, air ratchets, and automotive repair tools or some air nailers or that type of air tool for construction. I dont actually know alot about air compressors so any input is welcome.I am an above average diy person but am not a professional but I do like professional quality tools The compressor is going in a shed behind my garage actually. Hey Guys, I am in the planning phase of choosing an air compressor for my garage.
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