Recent content by allanjs

That's not a bad compressor for your needs. The last I knew they were made by Campbell Hausfeld and just painted over the tags. These do come up for sale used as quite a few guys upgrade. I have the same model (I believe) and just recently upgraded the pump to a 3 cyl. Eaton. Huge difference in...

Tom, Codes vary greatly across the country and change almost yearly. With a project this large I suggest you get the proper permit(s) if you're not planning to already. The inspector can guide you and answer your questions specific to your location. At least that's the way it works in my area.

The motor should not draw 20amps with no load. Go back to the 30amp breaker. 40 is too large for 10ga. The overload circuit is doing its job properly. Sounds to me like the motor has a bad winding. Contact the motor manufacture and explain your problem. If it's a warranty issue they will...

This is what I use. Bought mine at Menards. Sits on the edge of a bench with a 5 gallon bucket under the spigot. http://www.walmart.com/ip/Coleman-5-Gallon-Water-Carrier-Blue/21156004

Keep in eye on your local Craigslist adds.

I have a Miller 211 auto-set MVP and love it. Runs on 110v or 220v. Way better than the 110v only models that I have used. Bought it through Cyberweld.com with free shipping and a Miller discount. Fully adjustable settings for heat and wire speed. No 1,2,etc. heat settings to deal with. Dial it...

Eric, Be absolutely sure you can leave a boat or recreation vehicle outside. I know of some HOA's that don't allow it and you can't even leave the garage door open. This might make a difference in just how convenient you build-in the extra height.

Just joined and want to introduce myself. My son and I own and operate a machine job shop located in Iowa. I've been in the metal working business pretty much all my adult life (59yrs old). Started my own business in 2004. My son (34yrs old) joined me in 2006. I've visited this site a number of...