Just looken around trying to find a used air compressor before purchasing a new one.

Not looking for anything fancy. 15 gallon would be way more than I need it for (sanding, air tools...).

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06 Blue EVO 9

Greg--If I were you, I wouldn't get anything smaller than a 30 gallon. Make sure it has a high cfm too. If you use a die grinder to do any sanding, porting, or polishing, you will appreciate the 30 gallon tank as a 5-6 hp motor will not be able to keep up at 90 psi. That is where I've had the biggest issue with my compressor.

BTW: Craftsman seems to have very good prices on compressors (especially when they are on sale/closeout). You can often pick up a 5.5-6.0 hp and 30-33 gallon tank for under $300 (sometimes they throw in a $125 air tool kit too).

Brad

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Brad
92&93 RT TT

Mods:
TD04L 13T's | Alamo Side Mount Intercoolers | RC 550 cc injectors | Supra fuel pump | SBC DXD 6-puck | 3SX Poly Motor Mount | TySpeed DP w/ TP | custom Magnaflow exhaust | DSBC | S-AFC | + much more

My biggest problem with a 30 gallon tank is space. My garage is pretty small. That's why I was thinking I might get away with a 15 gallon. You're probably right though...

I might just end up buying a new one anyway, but was hoping maybe I could spot a deal online for a used one.

If you get a vertical style tank, the 30 gal doesn't take up much more floor space than a 15 gal, and they aren't too much more expensive. Here is an example:

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&vertical=TOOL&pid=00916870000&subcat=Air+Compressors+%26+Inflators

If you get a used one, just make sure the tank was drained properly and often, as they rust easily from the inside out due to condensation forming in the tank.

I would just advise to get the biggest one you have room for because the things are so noisy when they run that it about makes you deaf when doing long duration things like grinding.

And I'll stop hijacking your thread now. I just thought I'd offer some advice in case a larger tank fits your needs better.

Brad

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Brad
92&93 RT TT

Mods:
TD04L 13T's | Alamo Side Mount Intercoolers | RC 550 cc injectors | Supra fuel pump | SBC DXD 6-puck | 3SX Poly Motor Mount | TySpeed DP w/ TP | custom Magnaflow exhaust | DSBC | S-AFC | + much more

I appreciate the input! Thanks.

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06 Blue EVO 9

I have a 5hp w/ a 60 gal and it has to work to keep up some times.

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'94 vr4- Now with extra slowness

What all do you use it for?? Or just impact/wrenching?

That along with sanding (primarily) and maybe some painting too. Not to mention inflating tires and pressure testing. It's amazing how much faster you get something done on a car using an impact.

I've needed one for a while.