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Originally posted by rnln
Harbor Freight is having a 2HP, 110v, 60hz, 115 PSI, 8 gallon for $100 and a 21 gallon for $150. I am leaning to the 8 gallon since being compact is what I am looking for. Anyone have any comment?
Thanks.
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If all you want to do is pump up the tires on your car and blow dry parts, then the above would be useful. To do work, you need something a little larger. I'd suggest nothing less than a 20 gallon tank, at least 2 running horsepower, 4 to 6 starting horsepower. You also want a high pressure system, say 150 psi at least, 175 psi is better. That's stepped down by your pressure regulator to power pneumatic tools, usually to about 90 psi. You definitely want an oil bath compressor, the oil-free are so loud you can't stand to be anywhere near them. I bought a Sears 25 gallon portable that meets most of those specs last spring, but I just checked on Sears web site and it's no longer listed.