Which compressor to buy?

[AZ Garage]

Got it narrowed down to these ACs that I am considering.

My budget is only for this price range. Main use is for auto work/restoration and woodwork. Looking to buy by the end of next week. 220V won't be a problem, in the industry and already have that covered.

Dome Depot:
http://www.homedepot.com/h_d1/N-5yc...splay?langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

Lowes:
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=102750-1126-VT6275&lpage=none

I looked at the Sears brand, but saw there were way to many negative complaints on them.

 

[Blacknwhitepit]

Which color do you like? They are both Campbell Hausfelds.

-BWP

 

[AZ Garage]

wow... did not even realize that... I feel really dumb...

I like red.

What about floor placement. I see some people keep the AC on the pallet while others don't.

 

[Blacknwhitepit]

It's all good

-BWP

 

[bmwpower]

I like these:
http://www1.mscdirect.com/CGI/NNSRIT?PMPXNO=5368259&PMT4NO=0

 

[evintho]

Said it before and I'll say it again. The hockey puck system rocks!!

 

[GzrGlide]

I have the 'red' one! LOL!!! It works fine for what I need it for. You'll find though that if you use a cut off wheel or other high CFM tool, the compressor will cut in quite often.

I left mine on the pallet only becaue it was more convenient than lifting it off and mounting feet on it. Did attach a drain system to it though.

 

[Gary S]

Something is goofy on their CFM ratings. The red one is rated at 10.2 CFM at 90 which is about right for a 3.2hp motor.
The blue one is rated at 5.5cfm at 90 which seems very wrong.

I don't think Lowes has their numbers right. That compressor should put out double what they advertise it to do.