I’m looking at the 2007-2014 range.
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DavidR8's shop shenanigans
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There’s a 2018 and a 2010 GS at Island BMW.
More outside the shop work.
Ordered 2 yds of 3/8 minus crush to build out a pad so I can turn the ST around. Did most of the work yesterday when it was 27 degrees. Rented a 20” compactor this morning when it was 30 degrees.
The crush compacted down very well.
Ordered 2 yds of 3/8 minus crush to build out a pad so I can turn the ST around. Did most of the work yesterday when it was 27 degrees. Rented a 20” compactor this morning when it was 30 degrees.
The crush compacted down very well.
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Nice! CFM?
I use a can of wind or I run the hoses. Nothing in between. I'd love a bigger refillable wind can.
Not sure I could tolerate a small compressor next to my lathe or my mill....... Even a quiet one.....
@Susquatch .8 cfm. Perfect for a single nail gun which is my intended use case.
Go buy a portable air tank from PA, great for filling a tire or put on a blow gun for small projects.
I have one. I use it exactly as you do and wouldn't be without it. I LOVE IT! Especially since my shop is 200 yards from the house.
Too clumsy for the lathe without a hose though. I'm looking for something handheld. Like a can of wind but bigger.
I thought about using one of those fluid cans for oil and just dedicating it to air. But both of the ones I have are filled with oil and cleaning them out for clean air is probably a frustrating experience.
I retired my old damaged air pig a while ago and certainly do miss it. Instead of getting a new pig, I’m considering getting a battery portable compressor (i have lots of M18 stuff & extra batteries) - it would be similar size and only a little heavier than an air pig but at nearly $500 it’s a bit hard to justify:
www.milwaukeetool.ca
I like the more compact, cheaper & lighter DeWalt unit but i only have a DeWalt die grinder with a pair of small batteries- so I’d have to spring for another battery:
www.homedepot.ca
(Santa season is just around the corner - i always put at least one thing under the tree for me from Santa - that way Christmas is never disappointing)
M18 FUEL 2 Gallon Compact Quiet Compressor | Milwaukee Tool
The MILWAUKEE® M18 FUEL™ 2 Gallon Compact Quiet Compressor is only 68dB(A), making it the quietest cordless compressor & quieter than most corded options
I like the more compact, cheaper & lighter DeWalt unit but i only have a DeWalt die grinder with a pair of small batteries- so I’d have to spring for another battery:
DEWALT 20V Lithium-Ion 2.5 Gal. Portable Cordless Air Compressor (Tool-Only) | The Home Depot Canada
Keep using the pneumatic tools you already have while enjoying the convenience and portability of cordless with the 20V MAX 2.5 Gallon Brushless Cordless Air Compressor with FLEXVOLT ADVANTAGE. Each battery charge can sink up to 970 nails, providing runtime to complete a variety of applications...
(Santa season is just around the corner - i always put at least one thing under the tree for me from Santa - that way Christmas is never disappointing)
Just found this comparison review of the Milwaukee and DeWalt portal compressors:
toolsinaction.com
DeWALT Cordless Compressor
You will rarely hear me complain about DeWALT. They manufacture outstanding products that are durable and reliable. My only complaint lately has been that they
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A couple of air tanks off a transport truck at the truck wreckers work excellent for carry tanks and very inexpensive ( $10 each I think mine were).
very easy to rig up. A couple pieces of 1/4 tubing to make a T handle that screws into the center hole ( you will need some to attach a tire inflator) and then a Milton coupler for one of the end holes and your fixed.
very easy to rig up. A couple pieces of 1/4 tubing to make a T handle that screws into the center hole ( you will need some to attach a tire inflator) and then a Milton coupler for one of the end holes and your fixed.
Very interesting. A battery powered compressor that actually works! How many dozens have I purchased or been given that were pure crap. They don't work when you need them and never reach adequate tire pressure.
If these two actually work, they might be worth a try. I have a fair number of DeWalt 20V tools so that seems like a no-brainer - if it works. Although prolly still too big to be included in a travel tool kit.
I'm going to pick up the broken part from the BB lathe on Wednesday. I'll take a bunch of pics, see if I can come up with a plan of attack to make a new part. I don't think repairing it is an option though I might JB Weld it together for measuring purposes.
Picked up the parts tonight. No pics yet sorry. Arrived at the place while they were in the process of moving the lathe out. Was glad I was there as it was pretty sketchy and they needed the extra hands.
@Dabbler I would really appreciate your expert advice on rigging this particular machine.
@Dabbler I would really appreciate your expert advice on rigging this particular machine.