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Was taking out the trash a few weeks ago and found this little gem in the dumpster behind our shop.

As best I can figure, the compression fitting had rattled loose and the plumbing assembly connecting the motor to the tank was no longer a closed system. All the air was just blowing out like crazy.

Went down to the ACE hardware and got a $3 NPT pipe plug and it works like a champ.

I guess it's some kind of compressor for trim work and roofing? Don't know what the design advantages are, but the dual tanks were cool.

I ended up giving it to my buddy since I've already got a 20 gallon Campbell Hausfield. Image

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Wow, nice find!
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Nice find! I have that same compressor in a different name in the house garage, been serving faithfully for nearly 20 years, what little use it get anyway
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Yeah, for construction work. Not a lot of capacity so they are constantly turning on and off when running a few nail guns. But great if you only need it for filling tires and such.

But I'd take one for free too.
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Items like this compressor and much more can be found at the metal scrap yard. For those wanting machinery, tools, building materials antiques and such I suggest a visit. One may think that things in a scrap yard are beyond useful however this is not at all true, especially if you don’t mind a bit of cleaning or something as simple as replacing a power cord. Check for access before you go, many yards do not allow scavenging.
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