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I agree it's going to be located within sight of the breaker box and they actually recommend 50 amp breaker and a minimum of 10 gauge in the instructions. I figured 50 was overkill and decided on 40amp/8 gauge because I only wanted to do the wiring once and also in case there is higher amp draw...

That's it I'm putting it out on the curb. Kidding... So I think l'm going to use 40amp breaker, 8 gauge wire, add a disconnect, and call it a day. I'm also going to try one of those moisture minders to keep the moisture out of the tank. Maybe I'll add a magnetc switch down the road. Thanks

I attached the motor specs if that helps

I picked up a Quincy 2V41C60VC single phase 5hp/230v/21amp. I've searched, have been doing some reading, and now have additional questions on wiring it up. At minimum it sounds like I need a 40 amp breaker for main box, 8 gauge wire @20-30 feet, conduit, and wire it directly to the...