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[46 knuck]

bought a 1946 kellogg american 321tv newer 3hp 1750 sinphase 80 gal horisontal in the process rebuilding pump. Tank is in great shape.paid 150.00 another 135.00 top end kit. I'm then going to repaint it original blue. Im trying to post a pic maybe u guys can lift my spirits.

 

[Ben Buck]

I think you did quite well on that purchase! When your finished rebuilding and painting, it should serve you well!!

 

[kams1973]

Kellogg made some damn good air compressors. Two thumbs up here.

 

[46 knuck]

well im hoping to sell it' along with the other collection of compressors ive acumulated. what an addiction thanks to all on the forum. i will be showing progress as i rebiuld.

 

[bigred292]

Nice score! I picked an older IR compressor about 1 1/2 yrs ago- I just actually came in from getting mine going for the first time in its permanent spot. Takes awhile to build up and has a slow leak somewhere. Filling it up right now.
Seller said it needed a little work-paid $75 for it



Can't download pix right now-I'll give it a try later

 

[ra42mario]

I just started using a 80gal Westinghouse from 1955 in my shop. Its a little slow filling up, but I have it set at 155psi and it starts refilling at about 120psi. A big upgrade over my old 20gal compressor. Plus for $100 I can't complain

 

[kent1003]

You sure bought the right brand. Great workhorse.

 

[MegaManny009]

you will have major progess

 

[DHS]

Nice compressor! I would leave the original paint though.

 

[FluxCore]

That's a great cast iron pump...easily rebuildable and will last another lifetime.

Check the tank...have local jurisdictional boiler inspector do an ultra sonic test on it...you might have to tote it to him for a free courtesy test.....sound lowest part or tank for remaining thickness and compare it to top of tank.

They rust from inside out-oil or no oil-they rust and thin...then they rupture and go straight up thru the roof..yup, they do and as a Boiler Inspector I've investigated many that have.

As a guide, my current employer, the feds, smartly give air compressor tanks a 30 year life where they then demand we replace them...their instruction is inked in Human blood and machinery downtime.

 

[46 knuck]

thanks to all.will definetly get tank over looked'and kinda thinkin leavin old paint to. decals in decent shape . will showw pics when finished.