Posted by David N. Lundstrom on Wednesday, November 08, 2006 at 1:56PM :
I am in need of a new air compressor. I was looking at a 2hp, 25 gallon Craftsman for $380. I don't want direct drive, I want a cast iron compressor that is belt driven. I then went to Lowes, and saw a Kobalt 3.5 hp 60 gallon for $400. The Craftsman is 5.8 CFM @ 90 psi, the Kobalt is 10.2 CFM @ 90 psi. The Kobalt seems like more compressor for the money, but I have never heard of the brand and that makes me nervous. It comes with a 3 year warranty, but I want this to last me 30 years, not 5. What compressors do youse guys have and like and dislike about them? Thanks
Dave
PS I will use this for nailers, impacts, sanders, etc. It is home/farm use though, not for a business.
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