Good 20 Gallon Air Compressor?

mabynack wrote:
I've got a Craftsman that's been going strong for almost 20 years. I worked at Lowes in the tool department a couple of years ago and I never saw a Kobalt compressor get returned.

My 30+ year old Sears Craftsman is still going strong. But I don't think they still make them like they used to. :@

20 gallon is a pretty good sized compressor. Depending on what you're doing with it, perhaps it's overkill. Certainly smaller ones are a good bit more portable.

For use down the driveway, a long air hose might be more convenient. You'll presumably have to run an extension cord if you move the compressor down, so leaving the compressor up the driveway and running an air hose isn't that much different. Just another idea to consider.

I would look for a used higher-end compressor over a new lower-end one, particularly in the larger sizes. A well-built compressor, with a bit of care, can last nearly forever.

Porter Cable pancake compressor in 150PSI rating. You will never be sorry. Was so impressed with mine that I gave away my big compressor.

I've got a Craftsman that's been going strong for almost 20 years. I worked at Lowes in the tool department a couple of years ago and I never saw a Kobalt compressor get returned.

It is not at all unusual for a air compressor to have regulator issues after some period of use. That said, I bought mine from HF and have had it for about 6 years or more of what I would consider normal homeowner type use. The regulator went this year and was easily replaced for a nominal price on amazon. Paid $100.00 for the compressor and would say I got my money's worth out of it already and expect it will probably out last me.