[SEL] OT - air compressor question

[bill at antique-engines.com]

"Black Max" label across the front. Coleman decal on the motor mounting,
"Made in U.S.A" on the unit, and on the motor.
No CFM plate/decal that I can see!
15 amps at 230v, states 5hp on it.


> bill at antique-engines.com wrote:
>> What is the following worth (and are they worth a tinkers dang)
>>
>> Roughly 6 years old, use 4, sat in the shop unused for 2 years.
>> Sanborn, 5hp, single stage, 220v 60 gallon tank, vertical air
>> compressor.
>> Very clean, still bolted to the wood pallet. Owner changed oil on a
>> regular basis.
>>
>> I know little of sanborn, but sure have heard the name a lot.
>> My 25 year old Sears 20 gallon 3hp unit is, well, not keeping up with
>> me,
>> and with my new shop, I'm tired of running hoses between buildings, or
>> hauling the little compressor back and forth.
>>
>>
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>
> Not worth much, Uh where is it I'll be happy to "scrap" it for you...
>
> Sanborn makes a good unit. However if this is a home store type unit you
> would be better off looking at the CFM plate. Your old Sears may
> actually be putting out more air.
>
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> Steve Williams
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