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Another good transaction with Snapped-off!!!!

Have done a few deals with Snapped-Off, went smooth, good packaging & fast shipment.

Well guys, Thanks for all the great input. Here's how things shook out. My decision to go with an 80 gallon 2 stage was definite & was leaning toward a new Quincy (or BelAire). Yesterday while checking out CL I found an 80 gallon Blue Point 2 stage. It is 6 HP, the pump is aluminum with cast...

Thanks, all great info! I was initially up in the air on tank size & supply capability. Price drove me to the single stage 60 gallon. But after much thought, this is a one time expense (hopefully) & I don't want to have a regret in a year. I can just see myself running a die grinder for...

Definitely agree with you about the aluminum blocks in racing -weight (& daily drivers -mpg), was just making the comparison to longevity, sealing & performance. At first I thought is was a disadvantage, but not sure if it really is....if it's done correctly. Actually it is theoretically...

Thanks for all the replies. These are all the exact things I've been debating about. The 5hp 80 gallon is also been thought about. The cast iron vs cast iron/sleeved aluminum pump is one that has me thinking. The alum. with cast iron sleeves should wear & seal just fine, but I'm guessing the...

I am debating between the following two compressors. Usage will be general car shop usage (40x60 personal shop, not commercial), mainly all automotive. Working on my race car & general car maintenance. Main tool usage will be impact wrenches, die grinders, air hammer, etc. Don't plan to...

Here are a few pics of the exterior. I will put more in the garage gallery later.

Been on here a few months but lurked a bit when building my new shop. Great site with a ton of info. My 40x60x12 race shop incorporates many ideas from this site. Classifieds section is also killer & fueling my tool addiction! Joel