Mark, a 5 hp is a good choice for one person, I wouldn't recommend anything
smaller. Air tools consume more air than the paint gun, and air tools are a
must in paint work. I have in use constantly here on the farm a 5hp Sears I
bought in 1988. I have only replaced one belt and the reed valves.
Lee
----- Original Message -----
From: "Mark Mintmier" <tenisguy@gte.net>
To: <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2007 7:35 PM
Subject: [oletrucks] Air Compressors
> I know this topic has come up several times, but I think I've narrowed
> my decision down to two choices, and I'd appreciate any input from the
> list. I'm 90% sure that I'm going to tackle the paint job on my 1950.
> For a lot less than the cost of a good paint job, I could buy all the
> equipment, save a ton of money, have a little "fun," and maybe learn
> something along the way. It's been recommended to me that I should be
> looking for a compressor capable of 13 CFM at 90 PSI to paint a vehicle.
>
> Keeping in mind that a big air compressor would be cool, but that after
> this job, I may never need a compressor quite this capable again. Then
> again, I might. As is the case for most of us, money is an object, so
> I'm considering the following:
>
> (1) Kobalt model K7060HFV from Lowe's. 7HP, 60 gallon, 13.3 CFM @ 90
> PSI, $499.00.
>
> (2) U.S. General model 93274-0VGA from Harbor Freight. 5HP, 60 gallon,
> 15.8 CFM @ 90 PSI, $799.00.
>
> I'm leaning heavily toward the Kobalt model. Does anyone have any
> comments regarding either choice? I know Harbor Freight is not
> necessarily known for quality. Is there any chance that their
> compressor rated at 15.8 CFM is worth an additional $300?
>
> Thanks for any input.
>
> Mark Mintmier
> 1950 Chevy 3100
>
>!
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