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Re: Air compressor - What to look for

To: spridgets@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: Air compressor - What to look for
Date: Tue, 28 Aug 2001 08:42:26 -0500
References: <3B8AE359.D8DE4285@solve.net>
At 08:10 AM 8/28/2001, Ron Soave wrote:
>  I plan on putting mine in the basement here in IL and am able to
>run the line into the garage from there.  Gotta help
>out cold operation as well.
===
What we did, and I heartily suggest if zoning allows, is put our compressor 
in a shed next to our building.
         We used a Sears tin shed (200 bucks). Built a 'foundation' of RR 
ties for the perimeter, plus 2 in the middle for the compressor feet to 
bolt to. Back filled with sand. Lay a piece or 2 of plywood for the floor. 
Rigid foam insulation on walls and roof. Ran a 3" pipe into the building 
with the compressor line inside. We added a "brooder" lamp that is focused 
on the comp. motor oil pan for easier winter starts. Only needs 20 min or 
so at -20F. Total outlay (w/o compressor) about 300 bucks.... and quiet.
         Ron, I doubt building codes would allow a compressor in the basement.
         Peter c



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