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V try to check this one too. I did inspect this at LYS when it was on sale. Looks beefy.

http://www.sulit.com.ph/index.php/view+classifieds/id/1005994/Powercraft+air+compressor+2+stage+vertical+type?referralKeywords=powercraft+compressor

Timber's Asturo gun seems to be happy with his 2 HP Vespa compressor.

http://www.spraygunworld.com/products/Asturo/WB%20Kit/IndexWBII%20ExtremeWood.html

The Finex 3000 gun I have chokes on a 2 HP Vespa.

http://www.tcpglobal.com/spraygundepot/shafx.aspx

So I reckon the lower cfm guns like the Asturo or probably the Astro Evo will do the trick if you want to stick with the 2.5 HP Powercraft.

http://autobodystore.net/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=APEVO4014-18&Category_Code=LESE

Mini guns should not be a problem.

Hope this helps.

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like Jay said Doc, tip size is not the determining factor sa cfm rating ng spraygun... guns like finnex requires 9 to 13cfm, so depending on the gun, a 2hp cpmpressor might not be enough.... best to get a lower rating gun or a bigger compressor :twister3:

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Timb I thought you were suppose to organize a Binondo trip before. Maybe it's good chance for a group tool hunt.

Join na guys. Chance na ito for a tour from a guy who knows the place like the palm of his hand.

Moji tool hunting? Hehehhehehe

Tell me when you guys will go to binondo. If the sched is clear i can go. Something tells me to leave my wallet at home on this trip hehehe

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The Speedaire Compressor spare parts arrived.

A replacement / conversion pressure switch manufactured by Condor.

http://www.condor-usa.com/products/MDR-F.htm

The Solberg Air Intake Filter

The Weksler Liquid Filled Gauges. Very high quality. Too bad not available at Amazon anymore as I wanted to get a few more. My idea is to standardize all gauges in the shop airline piping setup for a more consistent pressure reading throughout the air delivery system.

Will find another source. Probably I'll bring some extra units next time for those who want to try these. Larger gauge faces at 2.5".

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When are you going to install those Jay?

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When are you going to install those Jay?

Anytime. I just want to double check the pressure switch part first and study it a bit more.

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@all,

id like not to complicate my mind anymore with gun and compressor specs..just one last question..if the gun says it requires 2cfm and i will be using this 9cfm compressor, oks lang ba yun?

question can be answered by a simple yes or a no...:)

thanks..

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@all,

id like not to complicate my mind anymore with gun and compressor specs..just one last question..if the gun says it requires 2cfm and i will be using this 9cfm compressor, oks lang ba yun?

question can be answered by a simple yes or a no...:)

thanks..

Yes :attack:

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@all,

id like not to complicate my mind anymore with gun and compressor specs..just one last question..if the gun says it requires 2cfm and i will be using this 9cfm compressor, oks lang ba yun?

question can be answered by a simple yes or a no...

thanks..

well, you can 😮 ... and 😎 ... then... :boom1:tapos yes ang answer...:horse:

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@jay & timber,

yehey!!!

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I had both colors mixed today . 250 pesos per liter. Still had not decided what color to use ..... ahahhahaha :sun:Waiting for it to shine.

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@V Go go go ka na ba sa 2.5 HP Powercraft?

Started to repair the compressor today.

Replace pressure switch, gauges and filter.

Replacement pressure switch. If only I knew before hand then I could have saved $18 purchasing this direct from the manufacturer instead of Grainger. The new switch uses Pozi drive screws.

Bigger 2.5" gauges make adjustments easier and you can even read / estimate the pressure while being far away from the gauge.

I think I'll get a 2"long pipe and a straight elbow for the Solberg filter so I can mount it upright where it could suck cooler air away from the hot pump.

Bitin. It's a Sunday and I don't have the proper wire connectors to hook the power & motor cables to the switch. Hopefully tomorrow this baby is going to start official duty. LOL

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would it be cheaper to buy a telescope Jay so you can see the reading better? that way you need not change all your gauges... hehehehe :boom::boom::boom:

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would it be cheaper to buy a telescope jay so you can see the reading better? That way you need not change all your gauges... Hehehehe :boom::boom::boom:

lol ..... 🙂

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Got the proper connectors today. Insulated rated for 15-20A.

Channellock 909 Crimping Tool with Cutter. Purchased the last one from Panda.

This is a very good tool for crimping. It works for insulated and non-insulated. There are other more expensive ones but I found this one to be the best bang for the buck.

Channellock 909 Crimping Tool with Cutter ( Made in USA )

http://www.amazon.com/Channellock-909-Crimping-Tool-Cutter/dp/B00004SBDI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=industrial&qid=1306738652&sr=8-1

German designed Pressure Switches. If they say it will cut off at 135 PSI then at exactly 135 PSI it will cut off. Unless the pressure gauge is off mark in its calibration.
Cut in pressure is set at 100 PSI.

As a safety precaution it is always good to test compressor safety valves. At least I check mine every month or so. Just pull the ring and it should release pressure. If it's stuck then that's not a good sign.

Solberg has a permanent customer now. I like the result so much that I'm contemplating getting filters for the 2 HP Vespa. The high pitched ear piercing sound is gone. Compressor is still noisy ( nature of the beast ) but much better. Now it's just like a Gixer 1000 with tune intake and exhaust compared to a 250cc Enduro with a cut muffer before. . LOL
Sa wakas natapos din WIP ng Speedaire. Lots of work. The price to pay for buying a used non operative tool. :whipass: