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If I could find a Yugo, I would buy it. They truly are an amusing car. BUT... in regards to the VFD, I know this is a 'get what you pay for' situation. I'm going to run a cheap VFD, as a quality runs 5-10x the cost.

I didn't realize it made all that much of a difference. The motor is rated to pull 14.2 amps at 230v 3PH, I was mistaken. Plan to use this VFD: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077KSN4C5/?tag=atomicindus08-20 I do not see the amp draw of the VFD by itself. Not sure what the typical amp draw is...

Thanks wyliediesels. I was hoping you would speak up on this one. It is a Quincy 325 with a 5hp 3PH motor. I'll be installing a VFD on the unit. There will be a local disconnect at the compressor. Final question - if the NEC calls out 35a wiring, what breaker should I use? I understand...

I recently bought a 5HP air compressor for my garage, with a rated amp draw of 20 amps or so. Garage is a 30x40x12 detached. I have a 90 amp service running into the garage to a panel. The panel is by the side door closest to the house. I plan to put the compressor on the wall opposite the...

I have been waffling between PEX and the Maxline system. Steel is too much work. Copper cost too much. PVC is bad ju-ju. I have swayed to Maxline due to max working pressure. The Maxline is significantly higher working pressure at higher temperatures. Here in NC it is not uncommon for the...

I'm looking to install an air piping setup in the garage. I have a 5HP Quincy 325 - puts out 18CFM at 175 psi. Garage is 30x40. Home garage - one man shop with average air tools. Burr motor, needle gun, and sand blaster are about the biggest air hogs. Maxline's site recommended the 1/2"...

On the diver hoses? Not sure, never stopped to check. Might have to next time I see one. Probably won't be for a while though, next ship I'm working on will be in a dry dock for the avail.

Thanks for the link to the remote air intake. I completely forgot that divers regularly use those for their breathing air compressors. I work in ship repair and see their rigs often enough on the piers. That settles it, I think I'll build a remote intake when I get this thing plumbed up and...

Good answer! Thanks. Think the 1" will feed it enough air?

I have the 735 mounted to the dewalt rolling stand. I had the stand left over from my miter saw (came with the saw, mounted the saw to the work bench). Works fine! I mounted mine with the feed going perpendicular to the wheels/handle. Care must be taken when feeding material, but not really...

I have a Quincy 325 I would like to quiet down a bit. Installing the compressor outside is not an option at this point in time. The compressor is installed against the gable end wall of my shop. I am thinking about installing 1" PVC pipe up the wall, through the soffit to the outside, with...

Thanks! I did some research and that one came well reviewed. I'm headed out of town for a couple months, I'll pick one up when I get home.

Picked it up for $500. The tank is stamped 1959. The motor is a 5HP 3PH General Electric. It is obviously pieced together. The seller swears it runs good and was rebuilt a few years ago. I plan to inspect the tank with a camera through one of the 1 1/2" NPT plugs and then hydro the tank...

Well, looks like this is going to be a non-issue. I did a search of marketplace on a whim and found a Quincy 325 for $500. I'll need a VFD to power it, as it is 3PH. I would imagine the 325 should be able to stay ahead of the air fall, but may add the additional tank if it proves to struggle...

Interesting. I'll look into that. Especially if it costs the same or less as a decent 5hp single phase motor. Can anyone provide a source for such a VFD?

I found this one too: https://www.homedepot.com/p/5-RHP-4-Pole-Baldor-Electric-Air-Compressor-Motor-160-0291/203349444?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&srsltid=Ad5pg_Fj_hnNvZ6jsR21g6E1ZTziKPZZembY3GIjcgjIfV_22uoEllOTVLE I know Baldor is good stuff, but am concerned they may have low grade models...

The Quincy 325 has an oil pump. They are rated to run between 400 and 900 rpms. I'll likely get a mag starter for it also.

I was looking at Facebook marketplace and found a Quincy 325 for sale at a good price. Only rub is it has a 3PH motor on it. Anyone have a good source to get a quality motor for $500 or so? I found this one...

I have no need for a propane tank. It came with the house, it had a ventless fireplace in the living room that used it. I deleted that fireplace, have never been a fan. The tank has been sitting behind the shed for 5 years now. Around here junk air compressors dont come along very often and...

Good call on getting rid of the residual propane in the tank. It has two ports on top - one 3/4" NPT and one 1" NPT. I'll pull both fittings, fill with water, and then siphon the water out by dropping a hose in to the bottom. I'm a shipyard competent person (the guy that certs tanks safe to...