he's wanting one that he can sit outside of his shop and a run hose through the wall into the shop and use it anywheres inside the shop.
2006-12-05 06:16:05 · 4 answers · asked by Ilovemygrandbaby 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
try the newspaper, thrifty nickel, ebay and pawn shops.. your best bet is to buy new cuz they will have a warranty. harbor frieght and northern tool co. are good choices. if used always barter the price down especially at a pawn shop
2006-12-05 06:22:35 · answer #1 · answered by spotlite 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what the air compressor will be used for. If he will be running air tools or a spray paint gun, the compressor will have to be big enough to provide the air that he needs. If he is only going to air up tires or blow dust, that is not as critical. If that is the case, a 2-hp/125 volt compressor will do just fine. You can get those for less than $200 at places like Home Depot or farm stores. I have also seen them at Walmart. Get one that is oil-lubricated if possible.
If he needs a bigger compressor, you might check some auto parts stores that sell to bodyshops. They get used ones in on trade occasionally.
2006-12-05 17:45:06 · answer #2 · answered by united9198 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
id look at the auctions if any in your area, you can also sometimes buy a new unit fairly cheap from harborfreight tools. one thing you might want to know before you buyis how is it going to be used,if he is going to run airtools an such off it,you will need a high cfm model because a small one wont do it.if possible look on ebay, or at a military auction.many times u can find tools that are used, but in like new condition
2006-12-05 14:22:19 · answer #3 · answered by yankeegray_99 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on where you live. I would suggest checking Ebay and local 'Buy & Sell' or 'Equipment Trader' type magazines. Also check with local garage supply type stores to see what information they may have.
2006-12-05 14:23:23 · answer #4 · answered by bwc0356 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋