December 3, 201114 yr For the past two months I have been without a compressor. Mine took a dive and I need to finish a couple jobs to get a new one. But in the meantime, I have been doing it the old fashioned way, hammer and nail. Fortunately I have not had to spray anything. At this point, the times I really miss it is when I need to blow stuff off. I sent a couple tools to some guys on here yesterday and I really wanted to hit them with high pressure air to get the nooks and cranny's blown free of dirt or dust.But my point is, it's been kind of nice building my cabinets with the ol hammer and nail. There have been a few times though, with the sheer mass of the cabinets (Storage Lockers, 4'wide by 7.5' tall) it's nice to have that quick third hand in the form of an air nailer for that quick temporary tack together while you go grab the screw gun.This has forced me to get one step closer to my "neanderthal roots" as Steve Newman calls it. And take my time. I must admit, it is taking me a bit longer without air, but it's all good.Funny how misfortune can turn into a nice thing, it's been quieter in my shop too.John MorrisThe Patriot Woodworker
December 4, 201114 yr Glad you found your silver lining, John. Personally, I couldn't get anything done without my A/C. I've often thought about relocating it outside the shop just to cut down the noise. But, I really don't need that hassle. I guess I'll just live with it. Gene'The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.' G. K. Chesterton
December 4, 201114 yr I had to do a little of that this past week also John. Not because of a problem with my compressor but the location. I was replacing some windows in the house and I was on the ones the furthest from the shop. I had to hammer and nail all of the inside trim back up without my nail gun. It only took hitting my finger once to know why I need to buy a longer hose for the compressor. I know I am spoiled and I like it. John MoodyJohn Moody Woodworkshttp://www.johnmoodywoodworks.com
December 4, 201114 yr Author This is just a long journey on my part to neanderthalism. It is something I have been considering for a long time, even to point of ripping solid lumber by hand, it has always interested me, it's just another yearning of mine to slow my life down, if even by force. But as long as I get these oddsnends side jobs that require the use of sheet goods, air is a must in the shop. John, a longer hose, what a novel idea! Locating it outside is a great idea Gene, something I would like to do, but my neighbors are only 30 feet away from me. John MorrisThe Patriot Woodworker
December 4, 201114 yr John, Around my parts we call it Caveman construction, I suppose it's kind of fitting as some people refer to us as living like a caveman with our woodburners and all. But I've spoiled myself with my Stihl chainsaws (4 of them with capacitys from 12" to 59"), and a log-splitter. Before the splitter was a lot of work, that of which my old bones appreciate now having the splitter. The wood heat is nice as I don't send as much to WE Energies, but it is still a lot of work! Larry The Caveman!John Morris said: This is just a long journey on my part to neanderthalism. It is something I have been considering for a long time, even to point of ripping solid lumber by hand, it has always interested me, it's just another yearning of mine to slow my life down, if even by force. But as long as I get these oddsnends side jobs that require the use of sheet goods, air is a must in the shop. John, a longer hose, what a novel idea! Locating it outside is a great idea Gene, something I would like to do, but my neighbors are only 30 feet away from me. John MorrisThe Patriot Woodworker
December 4, 201114 yr John M, Hoses are cheaper than busted thumbs....JMO, though. For quickie jobs, a portable air canister will supply enough for at least a rack of 1.5" pin nails. Gene'The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.' G. K. Chesterton
December 5, 201114 yr Your right Gene, I have got to get me one of those. I had a small pancake compressor, but I gave it to my SIL to use in his shop. You always need something when you don't have it.That sounds like a Yogi-isim.John MoodyJohn Moody Woodworkshttp://www.johnmoodywoodworks.com
December 5, 201114 yr Gene, how do you have a regulator on your portable tank?Ron DudelstonAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
December 5, 201114 yr Get one of the Paslode cordless nailers. No compressor needed, or an electric stapler.My job is to give my kids things to discuss with their therapist
December 5, 201114 yr One of mine came with a regulator/gauge already installed. The other one doesn't have one. So I just fill it to 90lb and use it till the gun quits setting the nails. I think you can buy an inline regulator but that would be a hassle when dragging the hose around the job.My hose reel has 50' and I have 3 more hoses @ 50'. Bought them when we were building our house and they sure came in handy. I now have 2 canisters gathering dust. If those Paslodes had been available then, I might own one now. They are pretty slick.Ron Dudelston said:Gene, how do you have a regulator on your portable tank?Ron DudelstonAbove and Beyond WoodWorks
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