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There is only a handful of things I will suggest from horror freight. This compressor is one: 5.3 CFM @ 90psi for under $150. With a coupon it runs $129 at times. The motor alone is worth more than that.

http://harborfreight.com/2-1-2-half-hp- ... 67708.html

Bill Mayo got me hooked on the zoom spout oiler from Ace hardware. Ultra high quality turbine oil with a extendable spout. It's the only thing I will use.

I really wish I could work out a trip to see Bill. Better yet, I wish I lived in Florida

If you can get to the windings you can probably make it reversible. What brand is it?

12 gauge is rated for 20 amps so that is what I use for power cords and I also use 12 gauge wire when rewiring the motors.

Thank you for sharing this...and I lost the dare

Never seen one like that before. Maybe from a clone?

Tubalcain (mrpete222) did another series of videos, this time using graphite.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QoFqaPwnGzg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9us16ZaZgo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AakwLO0RqPc

Thank you for this...it would easily work on mine =(

Something most people never even think about.

If you get a refund, they do not automatically put the money into your source account. You have to initiate the process to transfer the funds from their 'pocket' to your 'pocket'. They will point out a balance if it stays in their account long(month+). Reviewing monthly summary will also flag you. ...