Hi Micky-
I have the Sears 6hp model you describe, the horizontal version. Have used
ratchet, impact, grinder, palm/DA/board sanders, a palm nailer (not on the
Spitter!), and blasted a frame as well as misc small pieces with it. Its
louder than a jet engine but works ok. Sometimes I wish I'd spent the extra
$50 for the belt drive (quieter, faster recovery) rather than direct-drive
but hey, it does the job. Am still working up the nerve to paint with it...
"Any drive you don't return from on a tow truck was a good one..."
Jon
'77 (mostly) 1500 "Ol' Yeller"
FM66043 7U
Nass #104 VTR #14429
www.yankeespitfire.com
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-triumphs@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-triumphs@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Mickylong@aol.com
Sent: Friday, November 14, 2003 8:58 PM
To: 6pack@autox.team.net; triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Air Compressor Redux
To those who provided advice to the lister who was asking about air
compressor purchase -- I'm also looking to buy one to drive an air ratchet,
impulse
wrench, maybe basic painting, etc. I wanted a unit with wheels that used
110V so
that I could use it for more than just work on the 6 (I know, I know, is
there anything else worthwhile?) and have narrowed the choice to two
units --
Sears Craftsman and a Campbell Hausfield. Here are the specs:
Sears 6 HP 33 Gal. 8.6 SCFM at 40PSI and 6.4 SCFM at 90PSI
CH 6.25HP 28 Gal. 7.4 SCFM at 40PSI and 6.1 SCFM at 90 PSI
Anyone have any personal experience with either brand since the specs look
evenly matched? Price is about $20 higher for the Sears so roughly equal.
I'm
leaning toward the Sears primarily due to larger tank. As always, advice
from
the experienced is greatly appreciated.
Micky Long, Atlanta
72 TR 6
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