Bob wrote:
On Jun 12, 4:30 pm, "Morgans" wrote:

WoW! I can't even comprehend a compressor that big!

What is the power source; IC engine, or electric, and do you know how big the
power source is, in either HP or amps? That would help me try to put it into
size.
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Dear Jim,

A modified VW engine makes a pretty good media blaster in the medium-
size range. This is a 96cid engine that is modified so that two
barrels are constantly pumping whilst the other two serve as the power
source (ie, about 15hp). Using a VW bug body as an example, it will
usually take from six to eight hours to strip one of paint, tar, etc.

Tthe really big units are found at dry docks, for treatment of
concrete piers and other heavily encrusted objects.

-R.S.Hoover
-(USN Retired)


The VW engine idea sounds interesting. Any suggestions where to find
plans? I don't think Id build one, but it should be an interesting read.

I would imagine such Navy machines would be a tad noisy. I have
never had the pleasure of hearing a rivet gun used in building large sea
going vessels. I have the feeling it also would be a bit loud.

Dan, U.S. Air Force, retired