Hi Stan,
That compressor will probably be running often while sandblasting, but the
Harbor Freight price is great. I just ordered a Quincy two stage from them
to do the kind of things you will be doing. I also looked at some Quincy
compressors locally and was really impressed with their heavy weight design
and endurance.
Hard decision. Good luck,
Stephen
----- Original Message -----
From: Stan Fickes <fickes@acm.org>
To: <shop-talk@autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, May 01, 1999 9:19 AM
Subject: Air Compressors
>
> I know this is a common subject, but I couldn't get through to the
> archives... Sorry!
>
> I am getting ready to buy a compressor, and thought I'd check the
collective
> wisdom before making a potential mistake.
>
> The compressor I am considering is the DeVilbiss/Air AmericaL6560V,
> HF#35373. I want to paint and do occasional sandblasting, as well as
drive
> the usual air tools.
>
> It has cast iron sleeves in (I assume) an aluminum pump body, and I was
> hoping someone might have some experience with that. Is it less reliable,
or
> prone to more problems than a solid cast iron pump? Or is it just 100 lbs
> lighter...
>
> It's rated at 10.5 SCFM@90, 13 SCFM@40. Is this an adequate supply for a
> well-equipped restoration shop? Will I be a lot happier with more air?
>
> Thanks!!
>
> Stan
>
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