Air Compressor choice

scott657 said

Ive had a Craftsman 33 Gallon 6 HP compressor (oil less)for about 18 years and has served me well.
It has just taken(given) its last breath. I'm looking to replace it with something comparable. My requirements are running air tools etc. I will probably never paint with it. It looks like sears doesn't have that model any more. I would like an American made product if possible
120 volt and portable Id like to keep it under $500.00 if possible. Just looking for suggestions.
I wont buy a compressor from HF.

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Surprisingly the 5 hp 80 gallon Horrible Freight compressors are made in the US by the same outfit that makes Bel-Aire and C-Air outfits.

I've had a Bel-Aire for 18 years. The do use an import compressor but the ones I've seen have US motors and tanks. Mine does not have any ID as to country of origin.

I had a motor die and bought a rebuilt from my local motor shop.... maybe 10 years ago. Now that motor quit but I believe it just needs a capacitor so I ordered a start and a run capacitor for it. Less than $25 on Amazon.

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