Ok, I just bought a house that comes with 2 1/2 oversized garage. It has an old industrial air compressor and it is networked around the garage. It runs but I dont think I got enough pressure. What are the things I need to do so it will run well again? I know how to change the air filter. What type of oil do I need to buy? How do I drain the condensation in the tank? I cant seem to turn the **** where you drain (drain every monday printed on the tank). How do I regulate the pressure? Do I need to put a regulator before the air tool? Anyone can guide to a manual somewhere? The tank has PAR sign on it. The engine block has Westinghouse, Lynch Corporation, Model 2AVC-1 .



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bump

 

thats a good lookin air compressor you have there!!!

it has a built in regulator...

i'm betting it uses normal motor oil idk

try using a wrench to open the drain valve on the bottom of the tank...

 

Drain it from pic no 2 or at the bottom? Not sure if there is one at the bottom. The valve wont move at all. I thought about removing the whole valve but afraid I could not get a replacement for it. Where is the regulator? The valve right by the pressure gauge i think is for opening and closing the outlet. I dont think you can regulate it.

Also, do I need to replace the oil regularly or only need to make sure the oil level is good?

 

Hold on there big fella--The big compressors we used at work needed NON hd oil (not high detergent). I believe if you use normal HD oil it will degrade your seals. Your drain looks like a pretty standard device, but you might want to find a replacement before you break it by accident. As far as regulating the pressure, you usually can get regulators that attach directly to the tool you use. That way the pressure is regulated for the use of that specific tool.

 

Sometimes the drain plug is a reverse thread. I have had my fair share of compressors that were like that especially older ones. But before you apply brute force, try locating a replacement or be ready to deal with a tank that wont seal until you find one.

 

I can't be of any help here, I just want to commend you on an excellent purchase.

 

I thought so... here are more pics of the garage.
Oldyeller, how much pressure can i expect from this compressor? How much pressure do you need for a common auto tools like impact wrench? Do i need to change the oil regulaly or only make sure I top it off?

 

still need help here guys bump

 

i think the max is 120 psi

 

holy jesus im jealous of the garage!!!

 

Wish I could help more on the pressure. The shop I was in was a furniture deluxing shop. We used the compressor to drive staple guns and to just blow clean fabric. Usually the tool itself will have a recommended range. My little Craftsman pancake compressor is a 150 PSI model. There is a little chart on it that states that most of the air tools require a 90 PSI operating range.

 

Check your lines. I talked to my dad and he says that either the lines or the connections might not be sealed all the way. Also check the motor. My friends compressor sounded like it worked, but a piston had been damaged, so it was barely working.

Whoever said reverse threads is on the right track. i have used equipment with the same deal. Most machinery stores can get you replacement parts or may have updated parts that work easier.

 

Update, I replaced the drain. I topped off the oil. When I run it, it squirts oil trough this small hole on the compressor block. The location and the shape of the hole look like it is there for a reason. It doesnt look like a crack or a leak. There is a tiny hole right behind a 1/8" plug. I think I will call someone to service it.

 

Good idea--you will have a great set up--might as well treat it right. Good luck

 

you try plugging it in?


just kiddin, robin - great purchase, I just wish I could have been of more help...way out of my league...

I think you're on the right track calling someone to service it.