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These guys make some awesome motorcycle lifts (stuff for trikes & snow mobiles too) https://jsjacks.com Sent from my iPad using The Garage Journal mobile app

My old Delta drill press (maybe late 80's - Taiwan build) has a JT33 taper...

Thanks! You'd be surprised how effective it is. Air exiting the pump is up to around 300*F. After the cooler, it's just above ambient temperature. That's over a 200*F drop. It does have a downside though -- when you cool air that quickly, you generate lots of water, so you need a good water...

Sold!

I'm selling my trusty Quincy Air Master 20G compressor (only because I just upgraded to a 60G vertical because I needed more volume). This one is from back in the day when 100% of the machine was made in the USA. The compressor runs great and easily builds and maintains 125 PSI. It has a...

I picked up a new Quincy 60G QT54 compressor last month and have been busy tweaking it a bit. I added an aftercooler in the form of a B&M transmission cooler mounted to the rear guard with anti-vibration mounts. The pic of the cooler shows it with straight fittings installed, but I later...

Happened to be at Tractor Supply yesterday with a friend, and they had some Ingersoll Rand compressors on display. So sad to see reputable American brands with Chinese pumps. I guess they have to trim costs to stay relevant with entry level buyers. I inserted a photo below, but for some...

Thanks for that -- I guess that would explain the "V" model prefix. I don't spray cars, use a plasma cutter, etc. My compressor gets only occasional use (air tools when I need them, or some upcoming occasional abrasive blasting). I certainly don't need industrial power and quality like a...

Looks like Zoro has the Champion model you mentioned, and with the discount, it comes in at $1,886. I think I just made up my mind!

Saw this the other day too. Wasn't surprised considering the grade of compressor he was testing. I wouldn't expect that kind of marketing license with compressors in this size though...

Good points also. I wouldn't say I'll be doing a good amount of blasting - just want to be prepared for when I do. I can certainly consider stretching my budget a bit for one of those two. I was hoping to stay with a brand that is offered on Grainger/Zoro.com as I have a 25% discount due to...

Great point.

Every one of the models I listed are under $2k and hit all the criteria I listed. Just waiting on confirmation of Country of Origin for the pumps. I know "Made in USA" doesn't guarantee that all components are made here.

Thanks for the additional info, Tool Tyrant. I looked at the QR-25 units, but they're a bit out of my budget. I'm trying to stay under $2k all in.

Careful when you say "none". There are switch rated plugs, but they are expensive, and you won't find them at Home Depot. I don't have enough posts here to post links, but Google "Meltric Motor Plugs"