Sometimes... everything just works out. Scroll down for Stuff you probably want to know! My pancake compressor was leaking... I narrowed it down to a suspect coupling. So I swapped it out. Turned out to be a quick and simple fix. So I guess I don't get a new compressor this week. Yes, I'm complaining about saving money... ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- LINKS TO SOME OF THE ITEMS USED: (AND/OR other tools and jigs that I use and recommend. Most of these are affiliate links. If you buy through these links it helps support my channel. Thank-you so much!) amzn.to/2qxRMSS -- Flexzilla Air Hose goo.gl/u2kMga -- Flexzilla hose at Lee Valley (Non-Affiliate) GEAR I USE TO MAKE VIDEO: amzn.to/1qPkvBp - Canon T5i amzn.to/2aK7jZX - Inexpensive Quick Release tripod ball head (Very useful) amzn.to/1SSwOmS - Sony Action Cam. (I use the HDR-AS15 which is discontinued -- cheaper than a gopro.) amzn.to/267XM3M - Sony Live View video remote for Action Cam amzn.to/1XC2D7l - Joby GorillaPod (Flexible small tripod) ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Many more woodworking projects: www.wordsnwood.com PLEASE SUPPORT MY CHANNEL The best way that you can help support what I do is to buy one of my woodworking plan packages. Details here: wordsnwood.com/plans/ Follow me on Social Media: instagram.com/words.n.wood facebook.com/wordsnwood ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Thank-you!
Thanks! I got more life out of my couplings by dissecting them and flipping the gasket over. After a while it gets an impression of the tip of the male fitting and will tend to leak there. Flipping it over "fluffs" it up a bit. Lube the ball bearing catches too. I know couplings are cheap as dirt but at least that's one less thing you have to run out and buy. For a while. Remember- EVERYTHING falls prey to entropy. When that happens, build another one.
Simple fix! I use a flexzilla at work. The best hose in my opinion. If you want a quiet air compressor look at the makita mac2400. I have one in my trailer and you can easily have a conversation when its running.
Build a cabinet for the compressor with sound dampening material on the inside. That's what I did. Dropped it from 100 down to 80 decibels - which is much better. Now I have a mobile, quieter compressor with built in storage and a 2'x2' work surface on top - and only takes up 2x2 footprint. Scott
I have a computer fan that runs constantly to exhaust heat. I don't use the compressor a lot so it runs for a while, builds up the pressure and then shuts off but the fan runs all the time. I use the compressor mainly for my nail guns. It's an older version of yours. I have an outlet wired inside the "box" to a switch outside/outlet outside the box. This then can be plugged into an outlet in the wall via extension cord. The switch on the out side turns the compressor and fan on and off - makes it easier. I have pictures on my FB page facebook.com/pg/LeapingLemurCraftworks/photos/?ref=page_internal
Had the same problem a few weeks ago . I got the quick connect couple at Canadian Tire for about 10.00 bucks . It's like the original . You don't have to pull the end back just push it on .
I have a similar issue. I have my compressor wired up to a switch that's mounted on my bench and it's plumbed to some black-iron pipe with a few hose outlets that run underneath. With 3 outlets, 2 hoses, and a mix of other fittings, it doesn't take long for my compressor to leak out enough air to trigger it to fill up again (maybe an 1-2hrs). So every time I'm done using my air tools, I have to remember to turn it off otherwise we'll be woken up through the night by my compressor refilling. Thankfully, I also use a small pancake compressor and it fills up relatively quickly with just a flip of that switch. I really like that flexible hose you got there though, that looks real nice. Thanks for your vid, Art!
I was going to say the same thing. I just got one and it blew my mind how quiet it was. I can hold a conversation in my shop while it's running without raising my voice. California air tools compressors are amazing.
Also, the male hose and tool ends wear out, especially the brass ones....as hose gets dragged around and handled in rough environment. The silvery steel fittings are my recommendation for hose and tool ends. Once the brass tip gets worn a bit, they leak like this. New female couplings don't always fix it.
I had a similar (or the same?) issue and I tried replacing all the teflon tape on all couplings which worked great in my case. So maybe no need to toss out the old coupler.
That's great ART. I have a different problem. When I switch between the crap blower tool and the tyre pumping tool it used to lock off. Now when I pull either of these tools out the tank empties - anyone got any ideas - apart from buying a new hose I mean?
Great job! I have run into the debate/argument about how to seal pipe threads. Do you use Teflon tape or pipe dope or both? Your fittings look like they have a sealer applied to the threads, so that adds another factor. You chose a combination that sealed the threads and that is all that matters.
It all depends on the application. There are many different guidelines and codes covering the application. General rule for most people is Teflon tape for brass and copper and pipe dope for black iron or galvanized pipe, but there are different type of pipe, connections, and pipe threads that need a particular treatment.
Where's the "fix" boomer? Just kidding, although, I was looking forward to you fixing a coupler, not just buying a new one. Nice hose, I have the same but I prefer the "V-style" high flow connections. I've seen a test where the v-style had 15.25 SCFM compared to 11 SCFM on identical set up. 38% more air is a big deal for me.
@@craigsmithx no sorry. I've heard of them having that issue. I actually barely got any use out of my V style couplers because a friend gave me Automotive 3/8 T style couplers and plugs for all of my tools, which still fits on my 3/8" hose but they are even bigger than V style. I was painting my car so any extra air flow was highly valuable. If you lived near Huntington Beach, CA I'd happily give you all my V style paraphernalia
Not gunna lie. Was expecting to see the coupling disassembled and repaired. This isn't a fix sir, this is a replacement. You didn't fix the part. You replaced the part.
So, is this guy gonna fix the obvious issue with the gauge set? Somehow it indicated more pressure downstream of the regulator than upstream. The tank gauge never moved, the regulator is buried to maximum who knows what's really going on.
Just replacing the o-ring? that's not a repair. Fly to the tropics, tap a rubber tree and a morning glory plant, mix the sap (and other steps) and cast your own O-ring. THAT is a true repair.
LOL You're right! That would be a repair. Just buying an O-ring is much less expensive though, and cheaper then replacing the whole coupling. Looking forward to your next video.
Sometimes... everything just works out.
Scroll down for Stuff you probably want to know!
My pancake compressor was leaking... I narrowed it down to a suspect coupling. So I swapped it out. Turned out to be a quick and simple fix. So I guess I don't get a new compressor this week.
Yes, I'm complaining about saving money...
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LINKS TO SOME OF THE ITEMS USED:
(AND/OR other tools and jigs that I use and recommend.
Most of these are affiliate links. If you buy through these
links it helps support my channel. Thank-you so much!)
amzn.to/2qxRMSS -- Flexzilla Air Hose
goo.gl/u2kMga -- Flexzilla hose at Lee Valley (Non-Affiliate)
GEAR I USE TO MAKE VIDEO:
amzn.to/1qPkvBp - Canon T5i
amzn.to/2aK7jZX - Inexpensive Quick Release tripod ball head (Very useful)
amzn.to/1SSwOmS - Sony Action Cam. (I use the HDR-AS15 which is discontinued -- cheaper than a gopro.)
amzn.to/267XM3M - Sony Live View video remote for Action Cam
amzn.to/1XC2D7l - Joby GorillaPod (Flexible small tripod)
---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ----------
Many more woodworking projects:
www.wordsnwood.com
PLEASE SUPPORT MY CHANNEL
The best way that you can help support what I do is to buy one of my woodworking plan packages.
Details here: wordsnwood.com/plans/
Follow me on Social Media:
instagram.com/words.n.wood
facebook.com/wordsnwood
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A cheap O ring will fix that problem, just use a pick to remove old one, install new one with light grease on it.
Thanks! I got more life out of my couplings by dissecting them and flipping the gasket over. After a while it gets an impression of the tip of the male fitting and will tend to leak there. Flipping it over "fluffs" it up a bit. Lube the ball bearing catches too. I know couplings are cheap as dirt but at least that's one less thing you have to run out and buy. For a while. Remember- EVERYTHING falls prey to entropy. When that happens, build another one.
I wondered about a gasket, but have not investigated how to disassemble the coupling... maybe later!
Simple fix! I use a flexzilla at work. The best hose in my opinion. If you want a quiet air compressor look at the makita mac2400. I have one in my trailer and you can easily have a conversation when its running.
Have to keep that in mind.... except I went and fixed this one! :-)
So much for "Planned Obsolescence" Art. The compressor manufacturers are mad at you. GREAT fix.
Build a cabinet for the compressor with sound dampening material on the inside. That's what I did. Dropped it from 100 down to 80 decibels - which is much better. Now I have a mobile, quieter compressor with built in storage and a 2'x2' work surface on top - and only takes up 2x2 footprint. Scott
No overheating issues?
I have a computer fan that runs constantly to exhaust heat. I don't use the compressor a lot so it runs for a while, builds up the pressure and then shuts off but the fan runs all the time. I use the compressor mainly for my nail guns. It's an older version of yours. I have an outlet wired inside the "box" to a switch outside/outlet outside the box. This then can be plugged into an outlet in the wall via extension cord. The switch on the out side turns the compressor and fan on and off - makes it easier. I have pictures on my FB page facebook.com/pg/LeapingLemurCraftworks/photos/?ref=page_internal
Had the same problem a few weeks ago . I got the quick connect couple at Canadian Tire for about 10.00 bucks . It's like the original . You don't have to pull the end back just push it on .
I have a similar issue. I have my compressor wired up to a switch that's mounted on my bench and it's plumbed to some black-iron pipe with a few hose outlets that run underneath. With 3 outlets, 2 hoses, and a mix of other fittings, it doesn't take long for my compressor to leak out enough air to trigger it to fill up again (maybe an 1-2hrs). So every time I'm done using my air tools, I have to remember to turn it off otherwise we'll be woken up through the night by my compressor refilling. Thankfully, I also use a small pancake compressor and it fills up relatively quickly with just a flip of that switch. I really like that flexible hose you got there though, that looks real nice. Thanks for your vid, Art!
Could install a shutoff valve before the coupling, no?
If you decide to get a new compressor, California Air Tools are surprisingly quiet and affordable.
Thanks for the recommendation!
I was going to say the same thing. I just got one and it blew my mind how quiet it was. I can hold a conversation in my shop while it's running without raising my voice. California air tools compressors are amazing.
Also, the male hose and tool ends wear out, especially the brass ones....as hose gets dragged around and handled in rough environment. The silvery steel fittings are my recommendation for hose and tool ends. Once the brass tip gets worn a bit, they leak like this. New female couplings don't always fix it.
I had a similar (or the same?) issue and I tried replacing all the teflon tape on all couplings which worked great in my case. So maybe no need to toss out the old coupler.
found your video on coupler.i have a 1/4 brass female coupler that the sliding sleeve wont retract all the way back.any suggestions for repair? thanks
Sorry, not sure... I'd consider replacing it.
Nice work friend! Thanks for sharing it with us.😎👍JP
This is my issue exactly! Thank you.
take the compressor out of a refrigerator and use that for compressed air....you can not get a compressor any quieter than that
Thank you ! mine has been leaking at the coupler too. I’m going to try this
great video. Who keeps air in their tank overnight?
That's great ART. I have a different problem. When I switch between the crap blower tool and the tyre pumping tool it used to lock off. Now when I pull either of these tools out the tank empties - anyone got any ideas - apart from buying a new hose I mean?
You can also swap out the ends on the hose, but that's all I got.
@@Wordsnwood Thanks Art - I'll look into that
Great job! I have run into the debate/argument about how to seal pipe threads. Do you use Teflon tape or pipe dope or both? Your fittings look like they have a sealer applied to the threads, so that adds another factor. You chose a combination that sealed the threads and that is all that matters.
I just put teflon on all my plumbing fittings and so I put it on this one also.... like you said, it seems to work! :-)
It all depends on the application. There are many different guidelines and codes covering the application. General rule for most people is Teflon tape for brass and copper and pipe dope for black iron or galvanized pipe, but there are different type of pipe, connections, and pipe threads that need a particular treatment.
Blue threadlock master raaaaace
Where's the "fix" boomer? Just kidding, although, I was looking forward to you fixing a coupler, not just buying a new one. Nice hose, I have the same but I prefer the "V-style" high flow connections. I've seen a test where the v-style had 15.25 SCFM compared to 11 SCFM on identical set up. 38% more air is a big deal for me.
barely a boomer.
Condone, did you ever figure out where to buy the flat o-ring to fix those couplers? I could use a dozen or so.
@@craigsmithx no sorry. I've heard of them having that issue. I actually barely got any use out of my V style couplers because a friend gave me Automotive 3/8 T style couplers and plugs for all of my tools, which still fits on my 3/8" hose but they are even bigger than V style. I was painting my car so any extra air flow was highly valuable. If you lived near Huntington Beach, CA I'd happily give you all my V style paraphernalia
You can easily empty the tank by pulling the ring on the left side of the manometer, but I guess you already knew that 😁😁😁
I did, but in the moment I forgot! I've pulled that once when the tank was full and wanted to run for the hills, it was so loud and startling!
Not gunna lie. Was expecting to see the coupling disassembled and repaired. This isn't a fix sir, this is a replacement. You didn't fix the part. You replaced the part.
I fixed the compressor. Sorry if that wasn't what you were hoping for. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯.
@@Wordsnwood Video's titled coupling fix. Its like opening a tin of chunked tuna and getting flakes of ham.
So, is this guy gonna fix the obvious issue with the gauge set? Somehow it indicated more pressure downstream of the regulator than upstream. The tank gauge never moved, the regulator is buried to maximum who knows what's really going on.
This was a while ago. The compressor broke again and is gone and I replaced it with a nice quiet California Air Tools unit.
Male... female? inside outside?
Yup, that's it.
Repair! I only see you replacing the coupling. To me, that is NOT a repair. Replacing the o ring is what I would class as a repair.
Just replacing the o-ring? that's not a repair.
Fly to the tropics, tap a rubber tree and a morning glory plant, mix the sap (and other steps) and cast your own O-ring.
THAT is a true repair.
LOL You're right! That would be a repair. Just buying an O-ring is much less expensive though, and cheaper then replacing the whole coupling. Looking forward to your next video.
I just wasted 4 minutes of my life
Won't be the last time... 😁