Finally set up air properly in my shed so that I can easily test and run engines. I wish I'd done this years ago.....so much easier!I've put a permanent air line from the compressor to my workbench. I can now easily adjust the pressure and/or shut it off completely.
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Jim, I have the same regulator on my benchtop, but never thought of putting an additional on/off valve as you have. Great idea and I have the perfect valve for it. Thanks for the suggestion.
Rog
a handsome outfit Jim, it will be very useful i'm sure.
Now you need to run a line into the steam room too
I run a similar set up, did it after blowing the bottom seam on a Doll boiler because I forgot to turn the pressure down on the compressor and blasted it with 90 PSI set for my nailer.
A fine setup Jim, swell done !
...after blowing the bottom seam on a Doll boiler because I forgot to turn the pressure down on the compressor...
Am certain that was a memorable wakeup call Frank 
Jim, I have the same regulator on my benchtop, but never thought of putting an additional on/off valve as you have. Great idea and I have the perfect valve for it. Thanks for the suggestion.
Rog
Thanks Rog, I put that valve on after a few days. I think one of my sons gave it to me in a box of parts. I was able to silver solder a Nitto steel fitting on to it. Very handy being able to shut the air off and keep the pressure the same.
I'd like to replace the kg dial with a PSI dial though.
a handsome outfit Jim, it will be very useful i'm sure.
Bruce, I can't believe I didn't do this years ago.
Now you need to run a line into the steam room too
Its only about 30' away and its crossed my mind Nick
I run a similar set up, did it after blowing the bottom seam on a Doll boiler because I forgot to turn the pressure down on the compressor and blasted it with 90 PSI set for my nailer.
That's a good heads up Frank, thank you.
A fine setup Jim, swell done !
Am certain that was a memorable wakeup call Frank
Thanks Jan, its such a pleasure to use now.
Yes, having the regulator and gauges RIGHT THERE can make a huge difference in convenience and operation. Always made sure I had a similar set-up in any shop where I worked.
If I ever get a decent compressor that can live out under the carport (outdoor shop) roof, then I'll do something similar I'm sure!
Yes, having the regulator and gauges RIGHT THERE can make a huge difference in convenience and operation. Always made sure I had a similar set-up in any shop where I worked.
If I ever get a decent compressor that can live out under the carport (outdoor shop) roof, then I'll do something similar I'm sure!
Daniel, I should have done this ages ago. Main problem now is the noise from the direct drive compressor. I have been looking at belt drive ones and there's a newer type that's supposed to be almost silent (advertised that way anyway).