Opinions on this ancient Capmbell Hausfeld 30 gallon compressor?

Burgerkong · May 22, 2013

I'm going over to pick it up, seller wants $225, probably could get it down to $180-ish. Looks like it has been spray bombed in the past. What are some things I should look out for? Don't have a borescope, so can't peek inside the tank, but will undo the drain and see what color of liquid comes out and stick my finger in there to see if there's any rust. It claims to have a 5hp motor, I've read somewhere that 5hp is definitely possible on 220V. Good buy? I've been looking out for a medium sized compressor (due to space constraints in the garage) for a while and decided on compressors in the 30-40 gal range (Puma makes a 40gal one, but can't get that locally), was going to settle on a cast iron USA-made Husky (which should be identical to the older 30gal Kobalt, IR Garage Mate and the other variants Northern Tool sells).

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Thoughts?

G_P · May 22, 2013

Definetly repainted but at least whoever did it was competent enough to mask off all the stickers and decals with the info on them.

Looks like a nice little machine. Would be nicer if the tank was bigger but this should be perfect if space is at a premium.
Check the level and condition of the oil in the pump as well. If the oil is really low or really dirty than that gives you an indication of how well it has been cared for.

Burgerkong · May 22, 2013

I guess hearing it would identify if it was oil less or oil lubed, but am I correct in the assumption that it is a oil lubed unit?

87Pomona · May 22, 2013

Yes, its an oil lubed compressor.

Burgerkong · May 23, 2013

Wonderful!

Jim Johnstone · May 23, 2013

I doubt its actually 5 hp though. That little pump doesnt need more than 3 hp

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Burgerkong · May 23, 2013

I'm sizing up a circuit for it right now. Should be looking at 30 amp but contemplating whether or not to go up to 50 amp in case I eventually want to get a welder.

sk farmer · May 23, 2013

i had that same pump/motor unit on a 60 gallon tank. it is a little loud and runs a little fast but it ran and ran and ran and ran for nearly 25 years before i upgraded. i sold it for about 300 bucks and as far as i know it still going.

Burgerkong · May 23, 2013

Hopefully it's not too loud.

ssentt · May 23, 2013

My concern would be the condition of the tank. Some people drain their tanks sporadically and some religiously and some never. In talking with the seller that would be something I would ask about. Without a ball valve and piping type drain I would guess sporadically at best. I would look over the bottom of that tank very closely. Personally I think the price is a little high.
With a 30 gal tank that compressor will be running a lot if using a cutoff tool, die grinder, DA sander, anything that needs a high volume of air. I would opt for a 60 gal tank unit if funds are available or a used one can be found. The older cambells are a decent compressor to own. IMO

Major Ramifications · May 23, 2013

If you call that ancient, you must be a 12-year-old.
It's a good unit, I have a 60 gallon with what I'll bet is the same pump and motor that's been serving me well for 20 years or so. It's not whisper quiet, but not obnoxious. Parts are still available.
Campbell Hausfeld makes the Husky compressors that you see at Home Depot as well as most other store brands. They've been around for a long time, they started out making farm implements to give you an idea of how long. They are a good bunch of folks who are a pleasure to deal with.
That being said, I do believe his price is a bit high.

RaysnCayne · May 23, 2013

It's a cute little guy, but what niche does a tank like this fill???

It's not a 60 or 80 gallon vertical, stationary and it's not a 30 gallon horizontal, portable.

At this size and price point, I'd think a horizontal, portable one would be more ideal and wouldn't take up too much more space. A vertical 60 gallon wouldn't have a much bigger (if any) footprint.

I assume it's too late, but if I were you, I'd scrape together another $100 or two and get a 60 gallon vertical with a two-stage pump.

And yeah, that ain't ancient! It's a whippersnapper compared to mine.

Burgerkong · May 23, 2013

I've been looking for a quality decently priced unit here in Canadeh and the prospects just does not look good. Narrowed my choices down to a defer Quincy 325 but it has a 80 gallon horizontal tank, found a flawless Kellogg American but again it's a large horizontal unit. There's a sprinkle of Brunner and Devilbiss but they look trashed with sky high prices. Sigh.

Packard V8 · May 23, 2013

Opinions on this ancient Capmbell Hausfeld 30 gallon compressor?

If you call that ancient, you must be a 12-year-old.

It's prolly newer than any of the three I'm running at present. In home shop use, an industrial compressor literally lasts forever. When I was a tire shop service manager, we had two which ran 24/7 and either a motor or a pump was being replaced every year or two.

Prices on used tools and equipment definitely vary by locale. When I was in CA, there was one for sale every day. Up here it's maybe one a year.

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Burgerkong · May 24, 2013

What about this one? DeVilbiss Air Power PALC6560V (60 gallon 6.5HP).

http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-...-Air-2-stand-up-compressor-W0QQAdIdZ485953500

Burgerkong · May 24, 2013

Perhaps this one? Says it's a Dayton.

http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-tools-other-Big-air-compressor-W0QQAdIdZ484744853

Burgerkong · May 24, 2013

Perhaps this one as well? No brand info.

http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-tools-other-Air-compressor-W0QQAdIdZ482455524

lilredex · May 24, 2013

What are you planning on doing with your new compressor?? That first one is probably big enough for most DIY work.

This is one, I pieced together and it can easily stay ahead of a paint gun or most sanders. The two compressor heads look similar (Speedaire), mine has a 2HP, 3450 RPM motor on 220V. I've had it for more than thirty years and it does it all for me.

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mikegt4 · May 24, 2013

I have the same pump w/3hp motor on a horizontal tank. It is nearing 30 yrs. old and still runs strong. It comes from an era when CH made stout American iron. My 3hp will easily out pump my much newer 3hp Industrial Air.
BTW, I live 15 miles from the CH plant and it's not the same as it use to be "back in the day".

Burgerkong · May 25, 2013

lilredex said:
What are you planning on doing with your new compressor?? That first one is probably big enough for most DIY work.

This is one, I pieced together and it can easily stay ahead of a paint gun or most sanders. The two compressor heads look similar (Speedaire), mine has a 2HP, 3450 RPM motor on 220V. I've had it for more than thirty years and it does it all for me.

*snip*

Would like to get into media blasting and basic automotive applications.

Jim Johnstone · May 25, 2013

Media blasting uses a ton of air. That little 30 gallon CH likely wouldn't keep up to even a small cabinet.

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Burgerkong · May 25, 2013

http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-tools-power-tools-lincoln-air-compressor-W0QQAdIdZ486086543

Really tempted to pick up this Lincoln, has a Quincy 325 pump on it. Rebuilding it will be fun, looks like it was stored outside.

Jim Johnstone · May 25, 2013

If you can argue down the price it might be worth it. Quincys are great and worth a rebuild.

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zkling · May 25, 2013

Burgerkong said:
http://toronto.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-tools-power-tools-lincoln-air-compressor-W0QQAdIdZ486086543

Really tempted to pick up this Lincoln, has a Quincy 325 pump on it. Rebuilding it will be fun, looks like it was stored outside.

Wow, I hope you can run it, seller says it is 220 AMP :scared:

If it runs good and is ready to use, that would not be a bad price. Looks like it has been outside for quite some time though.

Based on your expected applications, I would look for a 60 gal minimum with ~15cfm @ 90psi minimum. Single or 2 stage would be fine.

RCStocker · May 25, 2013

That paint is a good way to cover rust.
I see rust in several places
If the tank is old it will cost you $500 for a new tank it that one blows. $150and I would take a chance. I know I would not buy it at any price to put in my second hand store.

Burgerkong · May 25, 2013

Jim Johnstone said:
If you can argue down the price it might be worth it. Quincys are great and worth a rebuild.

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I've spent the last hour or two watching a guy rebuild a 325 pump on Youtube :lol_hitti

Just worried I'll be in over my heads. Not to mention I can't fit a horizontal tank, so would have to take the pump and the motor off and mount i

Burgerkong · Jun 17, 2013

I bought the compressor last week, the rebuild is in my signature.

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