(Martin Kosina) wrote in message om...
Hi,

I am thinking about getting a small air compressor for my hangar, any
suggestions what to look for (dry vs wet pump, gal. capacity, CFM
rating, etc.). I expect light, occasional use - tire & strut
inflation, some drilling, fiberglass grinding, small-scale painting
(fairing repair, etc.) and limited use of maybe 2X rivet gun. I am
specifically wondering if any of the smaller "Husky" compressors sold
by Home Crappo would do the job, don't want to spend big $$$ or get
something big I can't easily take home once in a while.

Thanks !

Martin

I put a compressor (sears 3hp, 30gal) in my basement closet and the
pressure wasn't constant enough at the gun to do consistant work after
the long-haul hose run, so I put one of those portable pony tanks
under the bench with a T adapter to provide a pressure buffer/supply
closer to my work when riveting. It keeps the compressor noise down by
leaving it in the closet, but provides a good supply pressure at the
rivet gun. I also use this set-up when I use an extender hose out the
back door to the garage in the summer when I need the airgun for rare
car maintenance. No need to haul the compressor up out of the basement
to the garage now.