I have a single cylinder sears and roebuck that has the same issue with the reed valves. Fortunately, I work in the tool room at a spring manufacturer, and we have blue temper steel that I am going to fashion new valves out of. It's good to know that you can buy them, though, in case I fail😂. Thanks for sharing, and you've earned yourself a new subscriber!
I know this is an old video, but I have a few of these compressors. One green one like that with a 1hp motor. These things run forever and are very reliable. Then I have two 30 gallon models that are from around 1980. Again these two are super reliable and they put out plenty of air. 8.5cfm @ 90. Just make sure the tanks are good on the inside. Craftsman made similar models with the red tanks, ( mid 1980's) and the steel on those must have been thinner, because I've found quite a few videos and articles with those red tanks blowing up. God bless you brother.
I have the exact compressor. My exhaust vales were broken too. I bought new valves and new head gasket and new valve plate gasket. However - my exhaust valves have a removable heavier plate over the top of the exhaust valves. Does anyone have a diagram for the head and valve installation?
I appreciate you for making this video. I’ve got the exact same compressor and I’ve had to hone the cylinders a little. I’m really hoping that didn’t put too much slop into things, but I’ll find out soon enough. You don’t happen to know or recall if there’s a torque specification on the 6 main bolts, do you? Thanks again!
I have a similar craftsman one I got used about 25 years ago. ordered new valves for it. the "new" valves will probably break soon. I may get a new compressor just because the tank has to be at least 40 years old.
You can make your own reeds at home using a old metal coffee can to or bottom, the flat ends.. there a great how to video here on RUclips about how to do it. God luck!
I have a single cylinder sears and roebuck that has the same issue with the reed valves. Fortunately, I work in the tool room at a spring manufacturer, and we have blue temper steel that I am going to fashion new valves out of. It's good to know that you can buy them, though, in case I fail😂. Thanks for sharing, and you've earned yourself a new subscriber!
I know this is an old video, but I have a few of these compressors. One green one like that with a 1hp motor. These things run forever and are very reliable. Then I have two 30 gallon models that are from around 1980. Again these two are super reliable and they put out plenty of air. 8.5cfm @ 90. Just make sure the tanks are good on the inside. Craftsman made similar models with the red tanks, ( mid 1980's) and the steel on those must have been thinner, because I've found quite a few videos and articles with those red tanks blowing up. God bless you brother.
I have same compressor n I noticed one of the cyl valves doesn’t move when pumping.
I have the exact compressor. My exhaust vales were broken too. I bought new valves and new head gasket and new valve plate gasket. However - my exhaust valves have a removable heavier plate over the top of the exhaust valves. Does anyone have a diagram for the head and valve installation?
I appreciate you for making this video. I’ve got the exact same compressor and I’ve had to hone the cylinders a little. I’m really hoping that didn’t put too much slop into things, but I’ll find out soon enough. You don’t happen to know or recall if there’s a torque specification on the 6 main bolts, do you? Thanks again!
I need part 2 the removal and installation of the new reed valves and everything working at the end🥺
I bought reed valves off Amazon and installed them with two small screws. It was an easy fix once i figured out what was wrong. Thanks
I have a similar craftsman one I got used about 25 years ago. ordered new valves for it. the "new" valves will probably break soon. I may get a new compressor just because the tank has to be at least 40 years old.
You can make your own reeds at home using a old metal coffee can to or bottom, the flat ends.. there a great how to video here on RUclips about how to do it. God luck!