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My little 6 gallon Porter Cable air compressor died today.
I use it mostly for blowing out dust. I also use a few staples and air nails, but not big jobs.
I do have a vacuum chuck system (Hold Fast) that I use the compressor.
The compressor I have wasn't very expansive. And, I guess that shows since in isn't very old.
I don't a huge industrial size model.
Any thoughts on a compressor that will last several years. I don't

Thanks,
George

I have a Harbor Freight 2hp 4 gal twin tank (item#60567) that has held up well for me and I haave seen carpenters use them for several years with no failures.
The oiled compressors last longer than the diaphragm type but tend to be slightly noiser.

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Monte

I've had the same compressor for about 5 years and it seems to be holding up reasonably well, esp given the price if you catch it on sale (and then add a 20% off coupon). I've used it for nailing, inflating, blowing dust, and even painting. It can pretty much keep up with my LVLP gun.

What part of the compressor died?

I have a Porter Cable, probably the same size.
had to replace the piston and connecting rod and been fine ever since.
Don't just replace the piston alone, I did twice and didn't last but a few days.

Sean

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