My Le Sueur MN diamond in the rough find

SDMike · Apr 25, 2016

I have been wanting one of these for quite a while, but could never justify the $400-$1000 price tag. Now I need to find an engine for it, but for $20, I think I did ok. If you can, go to this event. It was very large and had a lot to offer. Sorry I missed the gathering at the fire hall, I was too late.

Mike

Dalex · Apr 25, 2016

That style is really handy . Does it have a brand on it ?

flembo · Apr 25, 2016

Is there some sort of clutch on the pump that kicks out when pressure is reached then kicks in at low press, or is it at the motor. just curious.

jon f mn · Apr 25, 2016

Most of those just use a dump valve to bleed off the excess, the higher priced ones also have an idle down when max pressure is used. I've never seen one that has a clutch to stop it.

Dick2 · Apr 25, 2016

Reviews on the small engines that Harbor Freight sells are pretty good. Wish that they would put electric start on the smaller engines also.

I bought new compressors for ADOT's field service trucks and specified Honda engines; that made the field service guys happy.

P I Pete · Apr 25, 2016

I bought a consoul roof mounted radio and antenna for $7 and it works,going to put it in my golf cart. Pete

dzc3 · Apr 25, 2016

Nice find but take a look at the tag and determine how old the tanks are. They rust from the inside, and can become dangerous. Anything over 20 years is running up against the clock. Now I know a lot of people will chine in and talk about how there tank is 40 years old etc. Just saying after a certain age look out.

SDMike · Apr 26, 2016

Dalex, the brand is a "Rol-Air" Jon F is right, it has a "pop" valve. Found a 5hp Honda on CL last night. With any luck, I will have this operational by the end of the week. Thanks

Mike

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