McGraw 20 Gallon Air Compressor from Harbor Freight Set Up and Review
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- čas přidán 8. 07. 2020
- MCGRAW 20 Gallon 1.6 HP 135 PSI Oil Lube Vertical QUIET Air Compressor
Oil-lube vertical air compressor ideal for intermittent air tool use, painting, nailing/stapling, and blowguns. Compare to Porter-Cable 118903799
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This vertical air compressor is ideal for intermittent air tool use, painting, nailing/stapling, and blowguns. Featuring a powerful 1.6 running HP induction motor with thermal overload protection, handle and console cover for added protection, large rubber tires, and ergonomic handle for smooth portability. With rubber foot stabilizers for reduced vibration and conveniently located forward-facing drain valve for fast, thorough tank draining.
Up to 27% more runtime
Up to 25% quieter
Oil lubricated for longer life
4.0 SCFM for quick recovery and cycle time
Powerful 1.6 running HP induction motor with thermal overload protection
Large rubber tires and ergonomic handle for smooth portability
Rubber foot stabilizers for reduced vibration
Conveniently located forward-facing drain valve for fast, thorough tank draining
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Wow it’s not very often that I search for a CZcams on something and find everything I needed in the first video I watch. Very well done start to finish!
Thank you 👍😁
A lot of good needed details in this video that no one else covered during review of this compressor. Thanks brother.
No problem!
Well done. editing, clarity, all of it. appreciate it bro.
I have brought the same exact model I haven’t used it yet I’m mainly using it for working on my truck I appreciate the advice and making this video very helpful information thank you
Thanks for taking the time to make this video. It helped me on making a decision on my purchase. My 5 gallon just isn't cutting it anymore.
Great video. Just bought our first house and a buddy of mine works for Harbor freight and just told me he bought this compressor for a house warming gift. Looks like a good one. Never owned one but I'm excited
Oh man your gonna love it 👍😁
Thanks Van! Just bought mine yesterday. I’m 74 and all thumbs. Will attempt to assemble and operate. Your video was short and precise. Love your channel.
Thank you Rick
Thank you, this was much better than just reading the directions. I did read them but this was a good addition to that
Glad it was helpful!
Great review man
This helped tremendously
Great tutorial video. Thank you for your time putting it together.
you went out of you way to show every single step, thank you for the video
it helped a lot
Thank you for the easy explanation on how to first use this compressor 👍🏼
Glad it was helpful!
Everything I needed to know! Thanks!
Awesome video man. I don’t know a thing about these compressors but you made me feel that this is super simple. Letting my 30 minutes run as I type. Thanks so much
No problem. I hope you enjoy yours as much as I do. 😁👍
any updates on it 10 months later?
@@azizshavershian2065 I love it. Works like a charm
@@nbultman_art buying one now ty sir
Gonna pick one up soon, thanks for the recommendation!
Great review bro I was looking at this compressor. Thanks for the info.
Very nice review. I have 2 of the 60 gallon compressors for the house and the farm and one of the pancake compressors that I carry in the travel trailer. All of them were purchased from HF and all are doing great. Thanks for sharing
That’s great to know. Thanks. I was hoping this would last for a lot of years to come. 👍😁 I hope y’all have a great weekend planned.
Great job explaining this product thanks a bunch
👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Best video by far...!!keep them coming
Really useful and detailed vid. Think I skipped my 30 min break in. Not sure how needed
I change the oil in mine every couple weeks I also put a bigger air filter on it too it made it a little bit quieter but it usually stays running constantly when I’m out taking tires off of mobile homes with rusty lugs and everything else so after a year it still runs good
Air guns work good with this compressor ?
Is it loud af when you start it?
Thanks for the tip on the water
Nice video brother. Thanks for doing it.
Nice has drain, oil, and airfilter. 👍👍👍
Im heading to Harbor freight tomorrow to pick up one of these. Looks like it should do everything i need at a good price, on sale for under $170 right now.
Good video bro sound advice 👍
Sweet im thinking about getting one of these
Just the video I needed to see
👍😁 awesome. Hey I really like this compressor too. I never leave air in my compressor but I did right after I got it to see if it would hold or leak down. 3 weeks later and it never leaked down. I’m impressed 👍😁
Nice info man
Impressive video. Thank you!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the video
Hook the tool up to the compressor and hit the trigger, then set the regulator to the pressure. You want the pressure to be set to when the tool is actually working. Add some oil into the air line, and you are good to go.
Good info thanks
Great review
Thanks bro just bought one today
No problem 👍I hope you like it as much as i do
Thanks for the helpful info 👍
Not a problem 😁👍
Very helpful! Thank you!!
Great video
Another great video Van!
Thanks brother. My wife will keep me busy with this addition to my tools. She’s already had me paint a hope chest and now she’s buying a bunk bed that I have to paint. Lol.
@@VansWorld , that will teach you to buy a new one. She is going to get that money you spent out of you one way or another. lol , smart Lady.
😂 true story right there.
Very informative thank you
Thanks for the information
Thank you I was needing to know how much oil to put in
Great Review And Thanks For Sharing My Friend!
Hey Rex. Thanks for commenting and watching. I really appreciate it brother.
@@VansWorld can u replace the drain valve ? My black valve. Stem broke on it so I can’t really drain it
Good video!
Great video thanks
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Great video! You're entertaining, educational and you don't ramble on. Great video my man! How have you been liking this unit for the past few months?
Thank you for the kind words. I’ve used this compressor a lot. It’s great for a paint gun. I’ve used it tons with nail guns since I got it too. The only setback I see is it’s not very portable friendly when needing to put air in tires. It’s really heavy. And I’m rolling it across the unlevel yard. I’ll be getting a portable air tank soon and keep it filled up with this compressor.
Thanks Van
Good informative video
Good video
I HAD A CRAFTSMAN UP RIGHT COMPRESSOR USED ONCE. STORED OVER WINTER IN A SEALED GARAGE. WENT TO USE IT IN LATE SPRING. THE TOP COMPRESSOR HOUSING AND PARTS CRUMBLED IN MY HAND. NEVER AGAIN! I DO LIKE THEIR TOOLS.
Good review thx,,,,👍
Good information!
Thank you. I’m really enjoying this air compressor. 👍😁
Nice super good work
😁👍
Just bought one today.
Awesome. I’m still loving mine.
Very helpful information bought one just like it and following the instructions and your video helped me get started so thanks very helpful
Good information
Thanks man!
Thank you
Your welcome 😁👍
Thanks ❤❤❤❤
Good one!
Thanks. I’m liking it.
Nice video boss
👍😁 thanks
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I might buy one, toss the compressor, and use the tank to replace an old rusted one on my old Craftsman compressor.
Hey there my fellow Georgia brother! I was looking at those harbor freight compressors. Just haven't pulled the trigger yet. Guess I will now.
Hey MD. How ya been. You can’t beat the price. Way less than Lowe’s or Home Depot. Amazon has some great prices and free shipping. 👍😁
Nice
Nice video. I’m looking to get one. Can you turn the 135 psi up anymore
Thank U
GOOD. THANKS.
I appreciate you. Have a great week.
Just bought one but it cost more than yours at $219. I plan on using it to blow out sprinklers lines. I hope it does the job.
Thanks bud.
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Hi Van, I just reviewed your video. How is the McGraw 20 gallon air compressor holding up? I believe in the video, you had the compressor power cord hooked up to an extension cord. Any issues?
Great Video!
Thx
Good information presented clearly and without the stupid fluff! Thanks for posting.
I see you posted this in July. So after 3 months of ownership would you buy it again?
I definitely would buy it again. It’s perfect 👍😁
Was the included oil enough for initial break-in and second refill?
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Awww thank you so much for your comment. 👍😁 have a great weekend
Thank you. Straight to the point. How quickly will it air up a 265/75/16 pick up truck tire from 60 psi to 70 psi. The fuel station (well) I’m sick of the hassle. If you know what I mean.
Not sure. Probably won’t take long.
I purchased the 20 gallon 135 psi McGraw. 60 to 70 psi took about 1 minutes and 10 seconds.
Good 👍👏
Thanks 👍😁
Thanks for the video - great job! Question: any idea why it keeps popping my breakers? Thanks!
Sometimes it’s as easy as you may have a week breaker that needs to be replaced. Check the owners manual. It should say what size breaker is required. See if yours is the correct size. One other thing is the size of the wire used in your walls may not be the correct gauged. Causing the wire to get hot and tripping the breaker. Hope this helps. An electrician may be required.
check the amp rating of the compressor. should be about 15 amps.
now check the breaker it's running on. a 15- amp breaker WILL NOT run a 15 amp motor especially if that breaker is already powering other loads.
a 15 amp motor should be on a 20 amp breaker with no other loads.
Will it run a impact gun like taking tire off
You said you were going to use it to paint. You may want to video how to use it and the paint gun. I know I need it because I am going to use it to paint and I have never used one
Ok cool. I’ll see about making a video soon. I need to paint my rails on the porch. Keep your eyes peeled for it. 👍😁
What is the total height of this compressor, ? thanks
is it really quieter ? i want one for my car detailing business, but i run it out my house and i don’t want my neighbors to get mad
Would it do any good using two oil air separator‘s? one at your tool and one at the compressor? Or is that unnecessary
One at the compressor is sufficient. Its actually a moisture bowl. You'd be surprised how much water builds up in a compressor
Any problems with it not filling back up when pressure drops? People saying with extension cords cuts off won't fill back up
So far it’s doing great but I am using a 10 gauge extension cord. A 12 gauge would be sufficient. The 14 gauge cords will mess up a air compressor pretty quick. It can’t carry enough amps to support the compressor. It can cause a compressor to burn up or lock down
@@VansWorld ok great, thank you
Would this work well to blow dirt and grime off a bike. Would it give me continuous air for at least a few minutes
Yeah. It should. It’s a pretty big tank.
I have the same one and mine is making a hissing noise at the end of the air hose is that normal
The connections wear out over time and will need replaced. They’re easy to replace. The just unscrew and screw the new one in. 👍😁
Now it's $230 on sale.
The reviews are split. But most are positive
Hola amigo una pregunta con ese compresor puedo trabajar todo el dia
Yeah if it’s plugged in. 😁👍
Wow- they're close to $300 now.
Will this power an impact gun to remove lug nuts?
Yep sure will.
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Thank You for your comment and for watching
@@VansWorld seriously
Where can I find it around that price Vans! Cause the cheapest I can find it it’s $219 at Freight Harbor
I got it on sale at harbor freight 👍😁
It’s on sale rn gooo look
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How's that compressor been working for you. Is it good for air tools
It's been working great I really like it. But it's not very portable when you get a roll of across the ground that's uneven. I haven't used it for air tools yet but I have use my pneumatic spraygun the SP33000 low-volume paint sprayer and it works great for it. I do want to get an impact wrench for removing the wheels off my truck one day real soon
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I have the same air compressor and it doesn't have a power switch. It's just the red lever. It's not even a year old. I'm not getting any power. I've made sure the outlet works. I've made sure it has oil at the middle line. There is no air in the tank. Not sure what I'm doing wrong. Hope it's not dead.
There is a thermal switch on the motor just where the plastic cover ends on the old model however its automatic on the new McGraw. If you use an extension cord or have it plugged into a weak circuit this will often pop to protect the motor and will need to be reset when manual but the automatic overload can and will eventually fail after too many events. This McGraw 20 gallon compressor is a 14 AMP machine so it is really best practice to plug it directly into its own dedicated 20 AMP circuit and if you use an extension cord it has to be less than 50 feet long and preferably 12 gauge with 14 gauge being the minimum. Once any piece of equipment has been run at low voltage though amperage draw goes up to maintain wattage and the more amps the more heat will be generated at the weakest point which on a compressor will often be the overload switch or the contacts in the pressure switch. Anyways you need to follow the path of the power using a voltage meter to verify that power is making it into the pressure switch and then out to the motor. Somebody may have just tripped over the cord damaging either end of it internally in which case there would be no power going into the pressure switch. The switch could be hung up or the contacts burned in which case you can get a replacement Condor pressure switch at reasonable cost from your local Graingers Warehouse. If the power stops at the overload switch (believe it shows as part #15 on the McGraw 20 I set up today) even if HF does not sell them you can get a 14 amp overload switch at Graingers or similar and you can choose to get another automatic one or a manual one with a reset button.
The red lever on the pressure switch is the power switch.
Best!
@@neilfromclearwaterfl81 I have the newer model. Instead of using an extension cord. I plug it directly in the outlet and use a long air hose. It's always worked fine until recently. Can it get too cold?
@@randomtube8226 If too cold you should hear the motor hum and then shut down on the automatic overload device inside the motor housing. If it gets below freezing in your shop then you probably need to change to 20 or perhaps even a 10 weight compressor oil if we are talking about sub-zero weather. At those temperature though we are risking frozen condensate damaging regulators, pressure switches, condensate traps, etc.
You really need to get a volt meter out and follow the path of the power. It should only take a few minutes to locate the point of failure following the path of the power.
Prices have increased sharply, those are about $240 now
On sale right now at HF for 199 just thought I'd share that
Did it come out of the box with rusty water in the tank allready?
Yep. Lol.
@@VansWorld I wonder if you got a return, because they should come shipped in the box with the valve open and no air in it at all.
Idk. It looked new 🤷
Can you paint with it?
I use the Spray-it 33000 spray gun to paint with this air compressor