A Speedaire compressor issue could stem from one of many varying reasons, you could have an air leak or the compressor may not run the way it is supposed to. I have picked out a few very common issues and how to diagnose and fix...
Read Moreby: Andy I had an unidentified component on compressor pump. It’s now fixed, and here is my rebuilt Speedaire compressor. My rebuilt Speedaire air compressor – Photo 1 After a month and a half, the compressor is...
Read Moreby John(Hastings Mi. USA) I need to know what direction the flywheel turn’s. I have no model number but the last three 57c. Speedaire compressor pump I also would like parts manual and know where to get air filters. Thank...
Read Moreby Duane(Houston, Texas) I bought this unit about 8 years ago for $250 because it had a rod that was egg-shaped at the crankshaft end (probably run low on oil). I rebuilt the pump and it’s been a champ ever since! My...
Read Moreby Allan Ryan(Wading River,Long Island) Air is escaping from the vent in the front of the governor casing. It seems to be fed from the tube that runs from the outlet of the high pressure piston that runs to the storage tank....
Read Moreby David(Yuma, Az) Bill, I may have a doozy for you. I have an early 1980’s vintage Dayton Speedaire compressor that I am in need of identifying. The model number tag is gone – but I do have engine info. Old Portable...
Read Moreby Danny(Wood-Ridge, NJ USA) Bill, Thank you for your help on my original questions. I am enclosing pictures of the plates on the tank, Speedaire compressor, and motor. Although the tank is in excellent condition with no visible...
Read Moreby Steve(Bozeman, Montana) I have a large 10 hp/150 gal. tank Speedaire compressor and the in-tank pressure release valve is shopped. I cannot get a replacement for 7 days and I have some contract deadlines to meet. New...
Read MoreIf your Speedaire air compressor is bogging down, and you can’t quite figure out what the reason is, it can be very frustrating. Fortunately, this guide will provide you with the most common reasons why your Speedaire air...
Read Moreby Nate(Palm Desert, CA) Seems like the blow off used to trip a @ around 80 lately it has been 100PSI. Just want to make sure it is safe for use still. __________________Nate, when you say “blow off” are you...
Read MoreThe Speedaire 3z406 compressors are decades old now and are no longer supported by Speedaire / Grainger. The Speedaire 3Z406 compressor has a horizontal tank about 30 gallons in size, two wheels at the rear, and a handle to drag...
Read MoreWhen you try to find information about the Speedaire 3z180 air compressor on line, you will often end up on Grainger’s website. Speedaire is the house brand of Grainger. The listing for the Speedaire 3Z180 returns...
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