A compressor tank question...........

[Barry Tucker]

I finally was able to get the inspection plugs removed from an old Curtis tank.

For a tank made in 1942 the inside looks pretty good. When putting the plugs back, should I use anti sieze compound,pipe joint compound or a combination of the two.
Regards Barry

 

[aeromechanix]

I used Permetex thread sealant on my old Ingersoll Rand. Mine was built in 1939 and like your Curtis, I was surprised at how clean the inside wall were after so many years of use.

 

[Pro-Painter]

1939 and 1942.. That's just amazing.

No way in hell will newer style tanks last that long. Ive got a 2yr old IR 80-gallon compressor with an automatic drain and I still get tons of rust water. Im worried about it lasting 10 years, let alone 70+

 

[jabberwoki]

I love that tank!!!!!

 

[930dreamer]

Those beat my 1957 Gardner Denver tank