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    Replacement air compressor belts

    Where do you guys get replacement belts for air compressors? I am in the middle of trying to build a nice compressor with an old Champion pump on a budget. The replacement belts I have seen online are really expensive, like $150 or more. That's almost what I paid for the whole compressor. Are...
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    Paint prep question

    How do you guys prep for previously painted metal for new paint? There are tons of threads on restorations of old tool cabinets and the like and the paint looks awesome. Do you typically take them down to bare metal then prime/paint or just rough up the surface and use a thick coat of primer...
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    FACOM S.161 Rebuild Kit

    Anyone know where I can order one? I have only been able to find the 3/8" kits online. Thanks!
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    OK to run a 7.5hp 3ph compressor pump w/ a 5hp 1ph motor?

    Anyone know if it is OK to run a compressor pump with a motor rated at a lower HP rating than specified? There is a Champion compressor for sale in my area. It is a 3 phase and I would need to convert it to single phase. The guy selling it doesn’t have 3 phase and can’t find a model or pump...
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    Good source for an air tank?

    Anyone have any experience buying a new air receiver tank? I am looking at a used Curtis compressor on Craigslist and the price is really good. The problem is that the tank has a rust hole in it so I know I will need a new tank. I checked out Grainger, but their tanks are over a $1000. This is...
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    Compressor leaking

    New member here. Been lurking for a month or two and have learned lot. I'm having trouble with my Porter Cable compressor. We moved recently and I drained the tank before the move. When I went to set up the compressor in the new place, I found that the drain valve was frozen open and would not...
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