I have found a monster Quincy 350 air compressor with 120 gallon tank.. But it is in a really tough place to get to. No way for tractor, any ideas?

[ipgenie]

I've got a Saylor Beall knock off (Eaton) that has a 10hp single phase motor. Before I upgraded my meter base to 320A, it would briefly dim the lights when it cycled on. I wasn't aware of the power company limits at the time. It was too good of a deal to pass up so I brought it home.

I love the big 120 gallon tank and having enough air for anything I want to run. It's quiet, turns at a slower rpm and should last my lifetime.

Bring that bad boy home, rebuild it with your boys and enjoy the experience. The boys will talk about that when they get older. Sounds like a fun opportunity to make a memory and will run whatever you hook up to it.

 

[mike93lx]

where would it be noticeable

Sand blasting or in a multi person shop

 

[OccupantRJ]

Since you have a cherry picker, 1/2 or 3/4” plywood sheets overlapped end to end on the ground or a couple pieces of channel or beam should provide a rollway to use the picker to lift slightly, roll out, and lower onto a handcart with proper size tires. Maybe remove the pressure relief valve to prevent a possible snag point. I sometimes park my forklift outside on 1/2” plywood laid on the grass to keep it from sinking while it sits to be out of the way in the shop for weeks, rain or shine. Spreading the contact points on the ground makes a hell of a difference.

 

[MOS3522]

the Quincy 350 is 33-55 cfm

At that output sustained, you could mount it in a rowboat with a sail and cross the Atlantic!

 

[motorcitykid]

Quick and simple

 

[motorcitykid]

My Dads little tractor was an absolute lifesaver, made light work of it.

 

[MacMcMacmac]

I wish the former owner's interest in mufflers would transfer over to the general public.

 

[motorcitykid]

It’s from 1974, so not new but not really antique either. The oil does look dirty but not hazy or milky. The tank had a little water in it, maybe a cup. My kid is really excited about it, maybe even more than I am.
I’m thinking I’ll leave it in my driveway while I get it dialed in, then move it behind the garage and pipe it in.

 

[Yellow Jacket]

@motorcitykid Glad you got it out, but comeon’man! All this build up about how to pull it out and we get one pic of it already on the trailer. How did you get it out?

Also please keep the thread going with the rebuild. Interested to see how it turns out. Good luck!

 

[motorcitykid]

@motorcitykid Glad you got it out, but comeon’man! All this build up about how to pull it out and we get one pic of it already on the trailer. How did you get it out?

Also please keep the thread going with the rebuild. Interested to see how it turns out. Good luck!

I took video of it and planned to upload details once everything got settled.

Originally we were restricted from using a tractor due to a small fence, but when the fence was removed it allowed a small tractor room to navigate. Luckily my Dad has the perfect size tractor and we used the forks pushing them together and going under the mounting platform on the top of the tank.


Everything drained and disconnected from pipes and power. Slowly tipped it back and backed it out.




Slow and steady, nothing much to show.

My dad backed it out of the corner, then positioned it better on the forks, and navigated his way out of the yard.


Once he pulled up on the trailer he turned to me and said “Do you think we brought enough tools?” And laughed. I had the truck loaded with massive prybars, floor jacks, utility wagons, hd dollys, block and tackles, ratchet straps. Always better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it, but I am really thankful my Dad was able and willing to help me out.

 

[PCustoms]

I think it may have an oil leak...

 

[motorcitykid]

I think it may have an oil leak...

She’s got a lot going on, but I’m hopeful it’s not anything big.

 

[Spareparts]

I bet everyone in the neighborhood knew when it came on.

 

[Yellow Jacket]

Nice! Smaller utility tractors can do so much. Looks like a great project. Hope you and your sons enjoy the process.

 

[gimpyrobb]

Sweet! I love to see it and I am the same way- I bring 10x too much stuff to any task. Its nice to have options when things go south though.

 

[motorcitykid]

It’s been a rollercoaster so far as far as gathering good information. Everyone says Quincy has great records but their site requires you to email them to get the copies.
Lots of info on the 325’s on YouTube, So I’ve been watching and making notes. I’m guessing it would be best to do a full rebuild.
Physically on the exterior things look pretty good, the air cooling fins are not smashed to hell. It’s had an oil leak for a long time and the oil at the bottom of the drain was somewhat milky. The oil at the top didn’t look too bad, this one is stamped LS which is evident by the dual unloaders up top but doesn’t have a screw on oil filter.
Should I just continue on this thread with the tear down or start a new one? Also any tips or insight would be greatly appreciated.

 

[yatg]

I’m thinking I’ll leave it in my driveway while I get it dialed in, then move it behind the garage and pipe it in.

Once you get it into place, make sure you build a shed around to prevent easy future access.

 

[yatg]

Here's some info on the 350 ROC 15.

 

[motorcitykid]

Once you get it into place, make sure you build a shed around to prevent easy future access.

Well, I have to make sure the neighborhood kids can't run off with it.

 

[motorcitykid]

Here's some info on the 350 ROC 15.

Thank you

 

[PirateTurner]

My getting and rebuilding the 325 was quite the trip for me. Hearing it come on and load the 80 gal tank still makes me smile. I'm believing you'll really like your 350! Look forward to seeing the rebuild.

I'd suggest a new thread for the rebuild. It really doesn't matter.

Check out PacificAir for parts/support.

 

[toplessHO]

Could you assemble some sort of gantry over the top of it to lower motor down? Also use gantry to raise tank up?

that was my thought as well

 

[motorcitykid]

It was seized up pretty good, but the cylinders are nice. My guess is there’s an issue in the oil system, I made a post for the rebuild if anyone wants to check it out.

1974 Quincy QR 350 LS ROC 15 is going back to work... Hopefully.

I have been watching Facebook Marketplace for a month or so, posting questions here in the forum as they relate to the best home shop compressors and with the help of several members I was able to narrow down my search for compressors to build up for my shop. Saylor Beall 705, Champion R15...

www.garagejournal.com

 

[OccupantRJ]

Well, I have to make sure the neighborhood kids can't run off with it.

Make sure they can’t put sand in the intake filter If they don’t like the noise.

 

[motorcitykid]

Make sure they can’t put sand in the intake filter If they don’t like the noise.

Its about 8'-9' high and looks like an exhaust, but hopefully it's not outside for long.

 

[nadogail]

Its about 8'-9' high and looks like an exhaust, but hopefully it's not outside for long.

Back in the day, I was a very resourceful little Brat. Never under estimate the evil that a misguided kid without supervision can do.

 

[csp]

I called Quincy with questions on mine and spoke with a very helpful tech person. Sometimes people actually conversing live are just more productive than emails.

 

[metalmagpie]

I vote for laying the big 350 on its side and pull it with a rope. That smooth tank side would slide easily on grass or mud. You can always repaint it later.

 

[PCustoms]

I vote for laying the big 350 on its side and pull it with a rope. That smooth tank side would slide easily on grass or mud. You can always repaint it later.

Did you read the thread?

He's moved it already