I-R, and only I-R. The Model 241, 1/2" impact tool is the best on the market
at a reasonable price... made in the good 'ole US of A, and available from
HF. Plenty of "guts" for the home user (unless you're gonna be working on
Euclid dump trucks).
Don Sforza djsforza@snet.net KA1WV
1966 4/4 S.V Comp 3/4 Morgan Group B1290
1974 TR6 CT Triumph Register CF25689U
----- Original Message -----
From: Michael Ferguson <fergie@ntplx.net>
To: <Triumphs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Thursday, November 22, 2001 12:13 AM
Subject: Compressor/Air Tools
> If any of you are in the market for a compressor, check out Home Depot.
> They're no longer carrying the Ingersol-Rand model 2340L5 (5 HP, 2-stage,
60
> gallon) and it was just too good a deal to pass up. Yep, I FINALLY bought
a
> compressor! WAY more than I need, most likely, but most everyone keeps
> telling me I can never have too much air., Plus, I-R is having a promo -
buy
> a 2-stage (from Home Depot) and get a free 1/2" or 3/8" I-R impact wrench.
I
> figured I could barely buy a Campbell-Hausfeld (or similar) single-stage
for
> the price. Now I can finally keep my tires properly inflated! :^)
>
> In looking at air tools, there seem to be several options... Devilbiss
> markets a line of Made in China tools (3 or four tools plus accessories)
for
> about $100. "Excel", I think, is the name. Porter Cable has some Taiwanese
> products, priced a bit higher. Then, there's always Harbor Freight's
Central
> Pneumatic (for THOSE prices, they HAVE to be Far Eastern as well). Also,
> Ingersoll-Rand and Craftsman.
>
> Does anyone have any comments on the overall adequacy/quality of any of
> these (or other favorite) brands? Not looking to break the bank on tool
> purchases, but don't want to have to buy a ratchet every three months
> either. I have a hard time believing that a $20 ratchet is going to last
> very long!
>
> Lastly (honest!), for restoration and general maintenance of our beasts,
> which air tools are the most needed? The impact is free and a ratchet
seems
> obvious...what else?
>
> As always, any suggestions or recommendations will be most welcome!
Thanks!!
>
> Michael Ferguson
> 1959 TR3A TS53990L...O
> There is a very fine line between 'hobby' and 'mental illness.'...Dave
Barry
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