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Old 01-14-2006, 12:57 AM   #1
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compressor

Hello guys im almost done with my new garage i will be posting more ppics soon i was wondering what size compressor i need to go with as i will be sandblasting and spraying i have one now but it is way to small i just want something that will get my project done thanks and happy trucking
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Old 01-14-2006, 01:37 AM   #2
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Re: compressor

As big as you can afford
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Old 01-14-2006, 01:47 AM   #3
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80 Gallon good enough?
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Old 01-14-2006, 03:05 AM   #4
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Re: compressor

Sandblasting and painting usually calls for around 15 cfm. I have operated a pressure pot blaster with a 10 hp, 35 cfm. The compressor kept up, but was running about 2/3 of the time.
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