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    115-120 volt air compressor 5 brand model comparison help

    Just where does it say a little pump like that is 100% duty?
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    snap on tool.... what is it

    It may be a stud remover, or an expresso machine. LOL.
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    Coats tire machine help

    Pressure to a coats 40-40 is 150PSI MINIMUM! Also verify there is enough oil in the hydraulic cylinder that governs control speed of the center shaft.
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    Air compressor parts....

    ^^^ Exactly! ^^^
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    Odd dent in garage door

    UPS truck
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    IR Compressors

    Exactly! ^^^
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    IR Compressors

    Got to second this! ^^^
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    IR Compressor problem

    I was explaining how it functioned per your question. don't take it apart. It is a major pain in the *** to try to reassemble. Buy another one and call it a day.
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    IR Compressors

    Kaeser. lol. I agree with C96, You have to rise from the retail store quality to get to superior craftsmanship.
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    IR Compressors

    Model number ? Go look at any tractor supply that sells I/R for around a grand or under. IF you buy the 242,253 or 2420,2430,2520,2530,2475 pumps, and a couple other numbers in this range, then you have an I/R.
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    IR Compressor problem

    The switch sees air pressure from the bottom where it threads into the tank. As the pressure rises in the tank, it pushes against the diaphragm in the switch. the diaphragm is forced against the spring seat and pushes against the springs until the spring pressure is overcome. The contacts then...
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    IR Compressors

    AGREED, however, the less expensive IRs have a very cheap imported pump on them which IR only partially supports. I've had it apart and as stated, it is less than the quality people have come to know IR for.
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    IR Compressor problem

    Normally I would tell you the contact points were arced together be it pressure switch or magnetic starter or both, but in THIS case I would say somehow your pressure switch is either set too high or it is jammed and not allowing the points to kick out. if the former, adjust it down, otherwise...
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    Air Compressor question

    Just slightly crack open the ball valve. it is not necessary to open it full flow.
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    Paper dust mask

    You can always obtain a better mask on your own. Don't rely on others to care about your health.
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    Rotary lifts at sheriffs sale in my town

    That lift is worth 2K used. It is a superior design compared to any lifts new that sell for 2K.
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    What is this compressor worth?

    That is a champion compressor and it's internals are VERY expensive! IMO, PASS on this.
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    Compressor Regulator/Filter?

    You are right on in your thinking. Personally, I'd purchase COILHOSE filter and T-Handle regulator. They may not be the cheapest, but you have already traveled that road.
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    Cement Thickness and Reinforcement Guidelines?

    6" at 3500 PSI with Fiber will carry you up thru a 15K 2 post.
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    What size Refrigerated Air Dryer needed?

    Dryer should be as close to the VERY first drop as physically possible.
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