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We got the huge one from Princess Auto. I think it's either 60 or 80 gallon. It has 3 pistons and works great. We use it to blow the sprinklers out before the winter, as well as all pneumatic tools.

there are a few here...

compressors

bunny, check this out..............

http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/pro...fromSearch=true

This is what I might look at and buy the extra guns that I want/need.

and Aaron told me this was on sale with more crap at the same price

http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/pro...D=1143487838153

meford4u,Mar 27 2006, 01:40 PM Wrote:bunny, check this out..............

http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/pro...fromSearch=true

This is what I might look at and buy the extra guns that I want/need.
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Not trying to re-plug my original suggestion, but that CT compressor motor is a lot smaller capacity (HP, even though the tank is bigger) with no guns and is nearly the same price as the Sears one WITH the guns.

A smaller motor/large tank means that it will run longer to fill a large tank to bring it up to operating pressure. A smaller tank/large motor means the motor cycles more but for less time, plus it doesn't take forever to get up to 100PSI.

The latter is what you want for nail guns and staplers, because the gun uses small pops at high pressure.

Just an FYI

meford4u,Mar 27 2006, 02:40 PM Wrote:bunny, check this out..............

http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/pro...fromSearch=true

This is what I might look at and buy the extra guns that I want/need.

and Aaron told me this was on sale with more crap at the same price

http://www.canadiantire.ca/assortments/pro...D=1143487838153
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I saw that in the flyer this week :blink:

well fine then

OAC_Sparky,Mar 27 2006, 04:15 PM Wrote:A smaller motor/large tank means that it will run longer to fill a large tank to bring it up to operating pressure. A smaller tank/large motor means the motor cycles more but for less time, plus it doesn't take forever to get up to 100PSI.

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This is good advice - I have a small compressor with 3 gallon tank that pushes just 2.9 cfm at 90 psi ... works fine for the brad nailer, but even using the impact gun to back off 4 sets of lug nuts is marginal and forget about filling a tire. Even just moving a single tire up a couple of lbs has the compressor struggling to keep up.

If it's in the budget go for the higher capacity and get the tools later if need be.

I think Sparky found me the right one that is a good comprimise between the portability I need and the power I might need.

So I'll check it out in the coming weeks and go from there. But back to what bunny wants.

Bunny, have we solved what you want yet?

i'd be kinda worried about what tools would come in a deal like that one sears offers .. the quality of them can't be the best

you'd probably be better off buying the proper air tools seperatly, that way you get what you want and don't have to worry about replacing them in a years time

You want a brad nailer: Princess Auto check out this page:

http://www.princessauto.com/_osn.cfm?CTRY=...&CurrentPage=19

MAlby7,Mar 28 2006, 12:26 AM Wrote:You want a brad nailer: Princess Auto check out this page:

http://www.princessauto.com/_osn.cfm?CTRY=...&CurrentPage=19
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I have that one (Actually I have a PA stapler and a spiker too). It's "OK" The only reason I'm suggesting "better" tools is because I know Meford is using it for business, not just for putzing around the house.

I'm a big proponent of buying quality tools, especially when you use them as a professional. You look silly leaving in the middle of the job to go th PA to get your gun repaired/replaced.

My $.02

OAC_Sparky,Mar 28 2006, 06:43 AM Wrote:

MAlby7,Mar 28 2006, 12:26 AM Wrote:You want a brad nailer: Princess Auto check out this page:

http://www.princessauto.com/_osn.cfm?CTRY=...&CurrentPage=19
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I have that one (Actually I have a PA stapler and a spiker too). It's "OK" The only reason I'm suggesting "better" tools is because I know Meford is using it for business, not just for putzing around the house.

I'm a big proponent of buying quality tools, especially when you use them as a professional. You look silly leaving in the middle of the job to go th PA to get your gun repaired/replaced.

My $.02
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so true. I have been caught with my pants down on a site. Try explaining to a customer why your delayed and why it's your fault. Fireworks ensue.
I won't be buying my tools from Princess Auto. Let's just leave that at that.
There is a very good tool company that I deal with in Hamilton. Teg's tools.
I will be looking at what they have and taking a little advice from everyone and making an informed decision. I have always leaned toward spending a little more to get a lot more bang for the buck.
The first pneumatic nailer I was looking at, and I am still considering is not pneumatic at all. It's the new cordless Dewalt 16g nailer. Pretty nice unit but the 16g is a little heavy for finish work. And it's around $500 for just one tool.

I agree if it's for business you need to get something reliable. PA is great for around the house s***!