Buying A Compressor

Discussion in 'Technical Help' started by bob1, Jun 9, 2018.

  1. bob1

    bob1 Noble Member
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    #1 bob1, Jun 9, 2018
    after a bit of advice I am thinking of buying a cheap compressor would a 1hp 8 litre be suitable for pumping up tyres and maybe a bit of spraying side panels petrol tank that sort of thing
     
  2. Oldyam

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    #2 Oldyam, Jun 9, 2018
    Blowing up tyres etc will be fine, but for any spraying you will find anything less than 50L to be a pain and you'll spend more time waiting than spraying and the pressure will fluctuate all over the place.
     
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  3. Yorkshireman

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    #3 Yorkshireman, Jun 9, 2018
    Agree, I have a small compressor bought just to do tyres, blow excess water off the bike after washing, etc and it’s forever kicking in to top up the tank. Get something bigger assuming you have the space if you are going to be spray painting.
     
  4. t552

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    #4 t552, Jun 11, 2018
    Get at least 25 ltr
     
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