*Construction seemed sturdier than other units I considered **MyBest.Tools** Noise level was reasonable. Good pressure and cfm capacity for a small reasonably light compressor.*
You did a nice job plumbing in the system. With multiple water traps and a dessicant filter/dryer I would expect you have pure clean and dry air coming out. Only thing I would do is put a street elbow coming out of the tank, then the ball valve, then the hose. Just so things aren't sticking straight out, but are facing down. But thats minor. Good video.
Nice system. Just have some questions about the copper system. Is there any reason you used 7 feet? You think it will work with a shorter length in case you don’t have the space? Also you set it up with 4 traps would 2 work? Great video to learn about this type of system. You got yourself a subscriber. Keep up the good work.
Thank you! Welcome to the channel. You can use any length for the space you have as long as the overall length of your water trap system is 50ft minimum. You might have to use more traps since you're planning on using shorter pipes.
@@StillStandingGarage I installed a 90 degree fitting out of the tank, then a 6" length of pipe with a tiny ball valve on the end, then another 90 pointing down. Add a shallow drip tray (cut the bottom off a detergent jug) and you're set. I did similar (only shorter) to the compressor drain. No more trying to catch the oil from running down the tank.
He did a great job plumbing it. The idea is that as the hot air passes through the copper it condenses as it cools and the water flows to the bottom of each leg. At the bottom the pipe is extended down past the 90 degree turn. Thats a trap, where the water collects. He has valves at the bottom of each leg to drain the water. It's was a common practice years ago (also in the natural gas industry) but now we have in-line water traps and dryers. He has both (thumbs up).
So far I've baked them 3 times and I replaced them with new ones on the 4th time. The duration of the desicant beads depends on the use of the compressor.
Hey man, your videos helped me get my set up going perfect. I am experiencing the same issue you had with the air regulator humming. I had a 200 psi husky regulator, now a harbour freight Merlin regulator. Both started humming after a couple days of constant use. Should I buy a high-end regulator, try to fix the current one(s), or try to move the current one further away from the ball valve coming out of the compressor (like moving it past the desiccant system at the end near the air hose)? Thanks a TON
Hey, thank you for watching. I would say to add it after your desiccant container like you mentioned. I completely removed mine and use the regulator that's on the 5 stage dryer system. I haven't had any issues since.
Always put the regulator at the end. Filters and traps will reduce the pressure just because of how they are designed. So if you put the regulator first and set it to 90, by the time the air pressure go through the next filters and traps, you pressure will have dropped, sometimes considerably. Same for the size and length of hose. You will drop pressure there also. Some painters will attach a small gauge with regulator on the end of their gun so they know exactly what pressure they are feeding it. Cheers.
I know this video is old but do you think this size of a compressor can keep up with sata spray guns ? I would be spraying collision work no full paint jobs
Yes, this air compressor size will be more than enough. If you want to go deeper than that, check the cfm requirements for the gun you'll be using and compare it to the air compressor you'll be buying/using. This 60-gallon Husky operates at 13.4 cfm when delivering 40psi. Spray guns usually require 13cfm and need a max of 35psi depending on your spraying technique, and, of course, whatever it is, you're spraying.
@@StillStandingGarage thanks for the quick response on an old video . I spray at 28 psi on all 3 of my guns . I’m wanting to start a 2 man body shop and only the painter will be using the air for the most part .
Hey bro, i have somewhat of a similar setup. I wanted to ask you how often does the compressor need to run when you are using it. I use my cut off wheel and a 2 in die grinder regularly. The compressor will need to fill up every 30 sec of use. Just wanted to know it was normal. I used 1/2 in copper tubing, manifold like yours, and i am also using a 50ft 1/2 in hose reel. Thanks
Mine does the same thing. It needs to load after about 1 to 2 minutes of using a DA. I would say it's normal due to the consumption of air by the tool you use. After about 3 hours of the motor running I let it rest. The manual says 4 hrs but I play it on the safe side.
That is not normal. I think this compressor is rated at 50% duty cycle. So you can run it for 5 minutes followed by a 5 minute cool down. I push my comp harder than that when blasting, but it has held up. If it crashes, it's my fault. And cut off wheels and die grinders are among the highest CFM users in the air tool world. They really tax a compressor. If you can put a small fan next to the compressor to assist cooling it will help immensely.
hey bro I just bought the same compressor and need to wire it. where you get that wire from with that plug. I've been looking and that gave a dif plug. I have the same outlet setup you have the L6-30r
I made it. I went to Lowe's and bought a 20ft roll of "10/3 CU SJEOOW BLACK CORD" and a "LEG 30A/250V 3-WIRE TRNLK PLUG BK". I cut the 10/3 wire to 6ft. You can copy and paste those descriptions in Lowe's search bar. Hope that helps.
I'm not an electrician by any means, but I would say you should use 10/3 wire all the way to your box. That 3rd wire is for ground and I would say you need it. That's how mine is set up. I would seek advice from an Electrician to make sure tho.
I have a question brother how good is this compressor for sanding??? I have a 20 gallon and it finishes super quick I'm always waiting for charge. What do you recommend?
This 60 gallon keeps up when I'm sanding... it does stay on as I'm using it... after having it running for about an hour straight I let it rest for 30min... the manual states that you can use it consistently for a max of 4 hrs... but like I said I do 1 hr on
Hey bro I have the same air compressor. And mine recently started bogging out , any ideas what it could be? I use it for autobody its my every day use I NEEED HELPPP
*Construction seemed sturdier than other units I considered **MyBest.Tools** Noise level was reasonable. Good pressure and cfm capacity for a small reasonably light compressor.*
No, it needs oil.
Hey bro does ur compressor tank feel hot to the touch when ur running it?
Yes, it does
Orale gracias just bought a used cast iron 60 gallon compressor wanted to make sure that was normal
Lla sabes... yeah they're supposed to get warm
You did a nice job plumbing in the system. With multiple water traps and a dessicant filter/dryer I would expect you have pure clean and dry air coming out. Only thing I would do is put a street elbow coming out of the tank, then the ball valve, then the hose. Just so things aren't sticking straight out, but are facing down. But thats minor. Good video.
Thank you for that tip and thank you for watching 🤝💯
Nice set up over all
Nice set up!
Thank you 🙏💯
What air valve size is it coming out of the air tank? And shees hell of a setup, beautiful 🍻
It's a half-inch ball valve. I have a 3/4" reducer coming out of the tank, then the half-inch ball valve.
Nice system. Just have some questions about the copper system. Is there any reason you used 7 feet? You think it will work with a shorter length in case you don’t have the space? Also you set it up with 4 traps would 2 work? Great video to learn about this type of system. You got yourself a subscriber. Keep up the good work.
Thank you! Welcome to the channel. You can use any length for the space you have as long as the overall length of your water trap system is 50ft minimum. You might have to use more traps since you're planning on using shorter pipes.
Nice setup. What did the dryer cost you if you don't mind. I've been thinking about upgrading. All I have is a single devil is water trap.
Thank you. I paid about $350 for the dryer system from USAWELD.COM
You should just do some type of pan under the tank so your concret isn’t permanently stained
I should that's a great idea. I've also seen people add a hose to come out and they're able to extract the water to wherever they want.
@@StillStandingGarage I installed a 90 degree fitting out of the tank, then a 6" length of pipe with a tiny ball valve on the end, then another 90 pointing down. Add a shallow drip tray (cut the bottom off a detergent jug) and you're set. I did similar (only shorter) to the compressor drain. No more trying to catch the oil from running down the tank.
the hell is all that copper for ??? is that for cooling down ???
It's a water trap
He did a great job plumbing it. The idea is that as the hot air passes through the copper it condenses as it cools and the water flows to the bottom of each leg. At the bottom the pipe is extended down past the 90 degree turn. Thats a trap, where the water collects. He has valves at the bottom of each leg to drain the water. It's was a common practice years ago (also in the natural gas industry) but now we have in-line water traps and dryers. He has both (thumbs up).
gawt dam. That air drying set up cost more than the compressor.... Thats a serious set up right there.
Lol It's not that bad... Thank you!
@@StillStandingGarage I just found the website, thats actually a reasonable price. I wanna get back into painting cars, so might be the one for me.
Yeah its not bad at all. It's holding up nicely for me so far.
Can you make a video on draining the water out of the compressor?
For sure!. Thank you for watching 👊💯
How often do you have to change the dessicant beads out? Have you had to change them since you installed the USAWELD air dryer?
So far I've baked them 3 times and I replaced them with new ones on the 4th time. The duration of the desicant beads depends on the use of the compressor.
@@StillStandingGarage thankyou and killer setup.
Looking at one on the used market. Seems to have the delivery I'd like but the mixed reviews are worrisome. Any current thoughts?
It kept up with what I needed from it. I was able to use my DAs, and it worked out fine when I painted my car. Haven't had any issues at all.
Hey man, your videos helped me get my set up going perfect. I am experiencing the same issue you had with the air regulator humming. I had a 200 psi husky regulator, now a harbour freight Merlin regulator. Both started humming after a couple days of constant use. Should I buy a high-end regulator, try to fix the current one(s), or try to move the current one further away from the ball valve coming out of the compressor (like moving it past the desiccant system at the end near the air hose)? Thanks a TON
Hey, thank you for watching. I would say to add it after your desiccant container like you mentioned. I completely removed mine and use the regulator that's on the 5 stage dryer system. I haven't had any issues since.
Always put the regulator at the end. Filters and traps will reduce the pressure just because of how they are designed. So if you put the regulator first and set it to 90, by the time the air pressure go through the next filters and traps, you pressure will have dropped, sometimes considerably. Same for the size and length of hose. You will drop pressure there also. Some painters will attach a small gauge with regulator on the end of their gun so they know exactly what pressure they are feeding it. Cheers.
Is your hose a 3/4? Or is it the same running from your compressor (1/2).
It's a 3/8 hose with High Flow fittings
@@StillStandingGarage 3/8* sorry. but your high flow fittings are they the ones from Harbor Freight? The 1/4?
@@StillStandingGarage and also what’s your Instagram?
Yes, they are 1/4"
My ig is diaze_stillstanding
I want to buy the tank but how would I figure out how to plummet the way you did? I have no idea
I made a video on how I made mine. Check it out 💪💯
@@StillStandingGarage ok. I subbed
What size of copper tube you're using? Is it 1/2?
3/4" Check out the video ua-cam.com/video/tKGQlEDMHjA/v-deo.html
I really need to get my sh$t together and get setup lol...looks good bro
Thank you!
I know this video is old but do you think this size of a compressor can keep up with sata spray guns ?
I would be spraying collision work no full paint jobs
Yes, this air compressor size will be more than enough. If you want to go deeper than that, check the cfm requirements for the gun you'll be using and compare it to the air compressor you'll be buying/using. This 60-gallon Husky operates at 13.4 cfm when delivering 40psi. Spray guns usually require 13cfm and need a max of 35psi depending on your spraying technique, and, of course, whatever it is, you're spraying.
@@StillStandingGarage thanks for the quick response on an old video .
I spray at 28 psi on all 3 of my guns .
I’m wanting to start a 2 man body shop and only the painter will be using the air for the most part .
Just found this exact model on sale at Home Depot , wish me luck !
@AChampagneWeezy Nice! Yeah, this one will work well for you.
@@AChampagneWeezy That's what's up! 🔥💯 Good luck!
what size is the ball valve to the htp system?
I used a 1/2" ball valve
Does this keep up with a da sander?
Yes it does
Hey bro, i have somewhat of a similar setup. I wanted to ask you how often does the compressor need to run when you are using it. I use my cut off wheel and a 2 in die grinder regularly. The compressor will need to fill up every 30 sec of use. Just wanted to know it was normal. I used 1/2 in copper tubing, manifold like yours, and i am also using a 50ft 1/2 in hose reel. Thanks
Mine does the same thing. It needs to load after about 1 to 2 minutes of using a DA. I would say it's normal due to the consumption of air by the tool you use. After about 3 hours of the motor running I let it rest. The manual says 4 hrs but I play it on the safe side.
@@StillStandingGarage thanks man, I thought I was overwhelming the compressor. Pheww..
No problem 👊... I think we're good
That is not normal. I think this compressor is rated at 50% duty cycle. So you can run it for 5 minutes followed by a 5 minute cool down. I push my comp harder than that when blasting, but it has held up. If it crashes, it's my fault. And cut off wheels and die grinders are among the highest CFM users in the air tool world. They really tax a compressor. If you can put a small fan next to the compressor to assist cooling it will help immensely.
So how long does it take to fill up from 0 to full
About 7 minutes
Mine took a crap at 1 year.
Damn!
hey bro I just bought the same compressor and need to wire it. where you get that wire from with that plug. I've been looking and that gave a dif plug. I have the same outlet setup you have the L6-30r
I made it. I went to Lowe's and bought a 20ft roll of "10/3 CU SJEOOW BLACK CORD" and a "LEG 30A/250V 3-WIRE TRNLK PLUG BK". I cut the 10/3 wire to 6ft. You can copy and paste those descriptions in Lowe's search bar. Hope that helps.
@@StillStandingGarage thanks that helped alot. I have some 10/2 layimg around fromt he 240v outlet i installed you think that would be good enough?
I'm not an electrician by any means, but I would say you should use 10/3 wire all the way to your box. That 3rd wire is for ground and I would say you need it. That's how mine is set up. I would seek advice from an Electrician to make sure tho.
@@StillStandingGarage thanks you once again bro I appreciate for your time
No problem at all 💯
Bro your making me feel dumb af lol this is another level of having a compressor. Ima get the same one soon and I hope you can help me out
Appriciate it 👊💯 I'm here if you need help... hit me up on ig
@@StillStandingGarage for sure bro!
I have a question brother how good is this compressor for sanding??? I have a 20 gallon and it finishes super quick I'm always waiting for charge. What do you recommend?
This 60 gallon keeps up when I'm sanding... it does stay on as I'm using it... after having it running for about an hour straight I let it rest for 30min... the manual states that you can use it consistently for a max of 4 hrs... but like I said I do 1 hr on
Hey bro I have the same air compressor. And mine recently started bogging out , any ideas what it could be? I use it for autobody its my every day use I NEEED HELPPP
Have you checked the oil and the breather? It's possible that the breather is clogged up due to all the dust bodywork produces
@@StillStandingGarage i have i change the oil monthly cause I use it soo muchb
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Dang it now i am not first
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