[Cairo94507]

I just started my full garage remodel yesterday. Will be buying a compressor w/in the next 2-3 weeks so we can add air to the garage in addition to an in-ground mid-rise flush-mount scissor lift from BendPak. When a fellow member makes a comment to someone asking for advise or assistance about a product they have chosen without explaining their answer and providing an alternative, they are leaving that person in the dark. If the Eastwood compressor is not a good product, explain why and suggest one that might better suit their needs.

I have tentatively identified the Ingersoll Rand 60 gallon 5HP in 220 power supply for my garage. I went 220 because it has been explained that provides for better service life of the motor. I chose Ingersoll Rand as they are located about 25 miles from my home and I can pick-up my compressor directly from their factory. if I have a problem, they are right there to address it- hopefully.

Compressors in this size, which is maybe a bit overkill for a home 3-car garage, all seem to be in the $1K range, all in. The hardest thing is even when they say "Made in the USA", you find they may assemble them here, but they source parts from all over the world. In the end, you end up selecting one that meets your needs and hope you get lucky I guess. One of the variables rarely shared on compressor is the decibel rating. Now my compressor is going outside in a little "house" of its own as I do not want to have the loud noise in my garage. Installing it in a nice insulated shed, with plenty of ventilation will keep it clean and fairly quiet too.

I also plan to install a timer for the power switch so I don't end up leaving it on and it kicking on in the middle of the night. In my garage I will need a dedicated line to the lift for the locking mechanisms, and then I will likely add a quick-connect on the front half of one side wall and the rear half of the other side wall. The garage is only 30" across and 25" deep so having a air connect on other side should do it. I will run iron pipe in the walls for supply lines and stub it out so it keeps a clean appearance w/o having visible pipe running around the garage.

I am hoping that will take care of my air needs for the remainder of my life.