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[bisley45]

I have been looking for some time for an big old American made air compressor and found one. talk about cool factor.

 

[supperfly17]

Very nice.

 

[930dreamer]

We'll need a video of the compressor chugging out so air, nice find.

 

[chopper1]

My step grandfather worked at US Air Compressor and my step dad worked there summers when he was in high school in the 1930's. I still have the compressor dad built for himself while he worked there.

 

[ArtDeco]

I'm envious.

 

[bisley45]

My step grandfather worked at US Air Compressor and my step dad worked there summers when he was in high school in the 1930's. I still have the compressor dad built for himself while he worked there.

That's very cool about your step grandfather and step dad how long ago was it when they worked there ? I am guessing this one I have was made around the 30s or 40s. and would love to see a pic of yours.

 

[chopper1]

That's very cool about your step grandfather and step dad how long ago was it when they worked there ? I am guessing this one I have was made around the 30s or 40s. and would love to see a pic of yours.

My step dad worked there in 1934 & 1935 during high school summer vacation, grandpa retired in the early 50's with about 25 years service
The compressor dad made has rolled 1/4" welded plate tank. 1/2 hp motor. About all it's good for is blowing dust around and filling low tires. But I can't bring myself to get rid of it.
The old US Air Compressor factory building is now a Blue Coral plant or warehouse.

 

[bisley45]

Can someone tell me if these plugs look welded in ?

 

[Packard V8]

Can someone tell me if these plugs look welded in ?

The bung in which the plug is screwed was welded in.

jack vines

 

[d.mcfarland]

Same as above, does not look welded whatsoever.

 

[bisley45]

Thanks for the help next ? do they make square head tool to use on this type of plug?

 

[gus1962]

Nice find ! Enjoy your new toy.