Shopping for air compressor

[kenpoman1]

Get a makita hotdog, very quiet, small and powerful, oil filled motor, will last a long time 150$ on amazon. I love mine, very well built.

[4AudiQ]

Have you checked out Harbor Freight Tools?

[03silvaevo]

Thanks for all the suggestions. I`ll have to check out Harbor Freight as well.

[BJ007]

Go ahead and pass on Harbor Freight for the compressor. If it has buttons or switches, needs to be accurate or last a long time, then I recommend against HF. Sandpaper, gloves, paintbrushes, fittings, drill bits, etc. are great items to buy there.

[kaval]

here is an excellent writeup my friend did on shopping for air tools and compressors



soak it up like a sponge!

Air Compressors and Tools 101 - ClubEL.ca :: Canada`s EL and CSX Automotive Community

[kapinnn]

Not trying to hijack the thread but what is a good unit for detailing only? I run a part-time mobile detailing business. I only have the back of an SUV as storage area, so it has to be small if possible. I will NOT be using it for tools or anything else besides getting water out of wheels, crevices, door handles, engine bay, and interior. Any suggestions?

[Emzilla]

I would check out ingersoll rand`s line Industrial and Portable Air Compressors, Compressor Parts, Compressor - Ingersoll Rand Air Solutions

[imported_Peco]

I have a SanBorn 3HP 20 gallon, but they sold out to Ingersoll Rand. This is from the late 80`s early 90`s and work great. My is oil, belt driven.