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Good compressor to keep in the truck - messmaker - 05-13-2020
I always need air for one thing or another. What is the best unit under $250. I would like it to be big enough to run an impact and a blow gun for cleaning mowers. It can't be huge.
RE: Good compressor to keep in the truck - Cooler - 05-13-2020
An impact wrench needs about 5cfm at 90 pounds of pressure.
A google search show a fair amount of compressors meeting that requirement, but most are much more expensive.
https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&ei=lBu8XrjNM_21ytMPlJmwkAs&q=air+compressor+5+cfm+at+90+psi&oq=compressor+5+cfm+&gs_lcp=CgZwc3ktYWIQARgCMgYIABAWEB4yBggAEBYQHjIGCAAQFhAeMgYIABAWEB4yBggAEBYQHjIGCAAQFhAeMgYIABAWEB4yBggAEBYQHjoECAAQRzoOCAAQ6gIQtAIQmgEQ5QI6BAgAEEM6BQgAEJECOgIIADoFCAAQgwE6BwgAEIMBEENQ6dcdWJOQHmDyox5oAXABeACAAWyIAYgKkgEEMTYuMZgBAKABAaoBB2d3cy13aXqwAQY&sclient=psy-ab
The Harbor Freight quiet line is the only brand that seems to meet your price requirement.
https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&ei=lBu8XrjNM_21ytMPlJmwkAs&q=air+compressor+5+cfm+at+90+psi&oq=compressor+5+cfm+&gs_lcp=CgZwc3ktYWIQARgCMgYIABAWEB4yBggAEBYQHjIGCAAQFhAeMgYIABAWEB4yBggAEBYQHjIGCAAQFhAeMgYIABAWEB4yBggAEBYQHjoECAAQRzoOCAAQ6gIQtAIQmgEQ5QI6BAgAEEM6BQgAEJECOgIIADoFCAAQgwE6BwgAEIMBEENQ6dcdWJOQHmDyox5oAXABeACAAWyIAYgKkgEEMTYuMZgBAKABAaoBB2d3cy13aXqwAQY&sclient=psy-ab
On the other hand, Craigs list might be a good source for these.
RE: Good compressor to keep in the truck - DieselDennis - 05-13-2020
Do you want a compressor with it's own engine or something to run off your truck?
For 12V electric air compressors, I would have a Puma or a Viair.
Get a battery powered impact wrench.
And blow guns can be run a much lower pressures than what a compressor will top out at.
RE: Good compressor to keep in the truck - messmaker - 05-13-2020
(05-13-2020, 12:19 PM)DieselDennis Wrote: Do you want a compressor with it's own engine or something to run off your truck?
For 12V electric air compressors, I would have a Puma or a Viair.
Get a battery powered impact wrench.
And blow guns can be run a much lower pressures than what a compressor will top out at.
I have a compressor on the truck so I think I will go 110v. I have tried some 12 volt compressors. They are fine for airing up a tire but they are slow to fill a tank and don't have enough steam to use as a blower.
RE: Good compressor to keep in the truck - fixtureman - 05-14-2020
Have you thought about one that runs off the truck engine.
RE: Good compressor to keep in the truck - DieselDennis - 05-14-2020
(05-13-2020, 12:19 PM)DieselDennis Wrote: Do you want a compressor with it's own engine or something to run off your truck?
For 12V electric air compressors, I would have a Puma or a Viair.
Get a battery powered impact wrench.
And blow guns can be run a much lower pressures than what a compressor will top out at.
(05-13-2020, 07:12 PM)messmaker Wrote: I have a compressor on the truck so I think I will go 110v. I have tried some 12 volt compressors. They are fine for airing up a tire but they are slow to fill a tank and don't have enough steam to use as a blower.
So your plan is to haul around a compressor, and then plug it in to an available outlet when you need it, where you need it?
RE: Good compressor to keep in the truck - Red Sawman - 05-14-2020
My 2019 Silverado has 110v outlets in the cab & the bed … I just bought one of the little "quiet" HF compressors.
It runs just fine pugged into the truck and works great for the nailers (the truck must be running) … should be able to handle other small air tools …
It is VERY quiet ...
Red
RE: Good compressor to keep in the truck - messmaker - 05-16-2020
(05-14-2020, 11:48 AM)DieselDennis Wrote: So your plan is to haul around a compressor, and then plug it in to an available outlet when you need it, where you need it?
I have a GENERATOR in the truck(sorry). I plan to use it to power a 110 compressor if power is not available.
RE: Good compressor to keep in the truck - messmaker - 05-17-2020
Pulled the trigger. I picked up a small Mcgraw hot dog compressor from HF. It had better #s than anything close. It seems to do well. It will keep 90lbs running a blowgun and is not too loud. It is low maintenance and has a much more pleasant tone than the pancakes I have dealt with.