Because some air tools use a huge volume of air ,such as a sand blaster ,I`ve found that a 5 hp comp. and a couple of old 60 gal water tanks work adequately. Each tank has a shutoff valve so I can control the volume , such as one extra tank for sanding and two for blasting.It takes a while to build up pressure but at least you can get a good section of work done out of it. Also they each have a high pressure relief valve and a drain valve . Have fun. jpAt 01:38 PM 2/24/99 PST, you wrote: >I am looking to buy an air compressor for my garage and restoration >activities. I saw a Campbell Hausfeld compressor with a 6hp motor and >60 gallon tank at Home Depot (my second home it seems) for $399. This >looks like it will be good enough to do the jobs that I will need it >for. (sanding, cutting, drilling, possibly sandblasting, and painting). >The price seems right, I don't really want to spend more. Does anyone >have any experience with this unit or units in a similar price range? >Sears has a 5hp 25 gallon unit for about $279. >Any thoughts or comments would be appreciated? >Scott > > > > > >______________________________________________________ >Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com > >
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