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OK,
Just draged home a 1980(?) Speedaire , 2 stage 5.5HP / 220V single phase, 18+cfm, 60 gal. vertical tank. I got the electric motor, compressor pump and tank for $350.
including a square "D" electric (whatever that is) box. No filters or regulators ( PO said he left them on the wall of his garage (home, not commercial, when he moved). Seemed like an honest enough guy & he knows I know where he lives so assuming this runs "perfect" as he described, what do I need in the way of filters, water separators, intake filter/silencer , etc.
What size hose 3/8 or 1/2", Do I bolt it directly to the cement floor or get a vibration dampner ? Did I forget anything? Thanks...

4d9r, it sounds like you got youself a pretty good deal and this compressor should handle all your needs. You will need to get a good air filter, regulator, quick disconnect, oiler and another quick disconnect. The reason for two quick disconnects is one before the oiler for painting and the second one after the oiler for lubing air tools. A 3/8" air hose should be sufficent to handle all your needs. I just set my compressor on 3/4" felt pads to reduce vibration and did not ancor it down and it does not move anywhere. The square D box should be the on/off switch and the air pressure cutoff regulator switch. I do not have a silencer on my compressor but it does have a small built on filter for the air intake. I hope this helps and happy air pumping.
Jamo

I wouldn't bother with an oiler. You can just add a few drops to each tool's inlet before you use it. A good water/oil separator and filter is a great thing to have. You do not want more than one or two quick disconnects in the air line. They are fairly restrictive and will severely limit air flow, especially to air hungry tools like impact wrenches. Also, add a pressure regulator before the water separator if you don't already have one. The pressure drop helps the water to fall out of the air by cooling it.

Drain your tank regularly and enjoy.

that box your talking about is the motor starter make sure you hook it up right dont bypass it or you will burn your motor good comperssor

I am thinking the box he left behind is the magnetic starter for the motor. If you only use a pressure operated switch it may not handle the amps. needed to start the motor. They use to run about $100.00. This may be the reason he mentioned the box he left behind.
Hope this helps.
Paul

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Excellent compressor. 18 cfm is wonderful. Will keep up well, even with a 2nd tank. 3/8 hose is fine unless you do farm implements or heavy equipment. Yes indeed, a good water trap and regulator are mandatory. My converted monster sits on a 2x4 frame work, but in the past I just set the compressor on rubber pads to defray vibration in the floor. A 5.5 HP won't dance around unless it's on uneven ground. The typical home garage floor will transmit vibes. Enjoy it, you'll likely have it forever.