Air Compressor Woes

Spent a lot of money on a Quincy also, and I am very happy with it.
Quincy QT-54 Splash Lubricated Reciprocating Air Compressor — 5 HP, 230 Volt, 1 Phase, 60-Gallon Vertical, Model# 2V41C60VC | Northern Tool + Equipment

 

Can't go wrong with that compressor.
Bought mine in about 96?

It cost roughly 1200.00 back then. So this is smart money now.
23 or more years use. Far from continuous use, but heavy extended use at certain
times.
24 years / 1200.00 purchase price.

That compressor doesn't owe me a dime and is re-buildable to give it
a second chance.

One mod I did was to add a piece of pipe with an elbow on it to
make oil change easier. The original design ran oil over the motor
mounting plate. Patton's Air Inc. near here sells Quincy's and services them.
I get my filters and oil from them. This is a noisy compressor and I would
recommend building a shed out back and piping it back into the garage.
Dave

 

My wife's sister's husband did sandblasting work. He was getting his work truck inspected at a Jiffy Lube and noticed
an unused Quincy Compressor unhooked and sitting under the eves at the back of the shop.
He asked, "are you going to use that Quincy compressor?" The guy says no. "How much you want for it?"
$100.00." He reached in his pocket to give him the cash. "Not now, meet me here at midnight."
He said, "forget it, I've got enough trouble without buying a stolen compressor."

Dave

 

Sold my IR, T-30. My next compressor

Eastwood QST-30/60 Quiet Scroll Air Compressor

 

Well I managed to get the table and bench finished using the air compressor and sander. Took longer than I would have liked but turned out great. IMHO. Already have an order for another one.

 

Looks really good

 

Thanks 3B

Wet sanded to 600 grit then buffed with rubbing compound. It is slick as glass.

 

This is not a toy or the cheap products we see. Good to work with this tool.

 

That’s a lot of money. Too much for me. But am sure it’s well worth it to someone who can afford it.

Thanks Alan

 

Quincy compressors are the real deal! They're built about 50 miles from me in Bay Minette, AL.

 

"Air sanders" have a high CFM use...
I have a 10-Horse unit, two-stage compressor on a 220/50a line.
What REALLY makes the difference....Tank Capacity.
I have a "used " 150 gallon upright....connected to a 80 gallon horizontal tank.
I have spent 10 hour days sanding on my truck to paint...
I hear the compressor come on once in awhile then shut off... but never have the slowdown on tools anymore..... plus Impact tools.
Find a BIG used air tank from a broken compressor...they are cheap out there.

George

 

Thanks that’s great information. I will look to see what I can find.

 

Just a after thought.... If you are using 1/4" hoses...they are good only for filling tires.
Don't use anything less than 3/8" ID hose.... 1/2" if you are going to be running any length over 25-foot...
The 3/8" is bulkier and akward but over time you won't miss the skinny hose...
I have seen large capacity ( tanks & compressors ) but using 1/4" lines to the tools...not good.
It is all about getting CFM to the tool.
Good Luck..!

George

 

Using 3/8” x 50’ hose

 

The problem with most 3/8" hoses are they take a 1/4" fitting. And most 1/4" fittings are fairly restrictive. I switched to Milton "V" style high flow fittings, kit #S-217, they claim to flow 74 scfm. Can't vouch for the numbers, but they do make a difference. If you're at the limit with your compressor, it may be worth the $13 to give it a shot.

 

I know its oil-less, and small, but I bought a California Air Tools 2HP/ 10 Gallon air compressor and its been great. Granted, I'm not running a ton a air tools, but for my needs its been great . . . and SUPER quiet! (Happy wife happy life)

California Air Tools 10 Gal. 2.0 HP Ultra Quiet and Oil-Free Electric Air Compressor-10020C - The Home Depot

 

I have a craftsman 26 gal portable that has crapped the bed and i am looking at getting a quincy from northern...

can i add the 26 gal tank to the quincy as additional storage?

will the added volume be too much for the quincy motor?

does anyone have some sort of diagram that i can request?

it needs to be written so a 4 year old can understand it... that way i can understand it too

thanks!