I bought a compressor last week; a PC 3 nailer combo pack. With the limited space I have in the shop, portability is a necessity. Wood magazine had a plan for a compressor station in a back issue that I had so I decided to build their model. I spent a few hours last night cutting the parts and prepping the carcass.
This item is more carpentry than true woodworking. Joinery is simple butt joints but will hold up for what it is being used for. The base carcass will hold the compressor and shelves and a tray will be on top for the air guns and accessories. A hose hanger will also be incorporated and the unit will rest on a couple 8 inch wheels in the back with a small base in the front. This will allow me to wheel the compressor in a spot that is out of the way and provide a method for storing all the nailers, nails, connectors, etc.
David
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Partridge
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#1 posted 1208 days ago
organizing is always a good idea.
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Scott Bryan
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#2 posted 1208 days ago
This is a good idea, David. The compressor is heavy and it just seems to be in the way when it is just sitting in the shop. This certainly will help with transporting and keeping it out from underfoot.
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#3 posted 1208 days ago
The PC combo is next on my wish list, so thanks for the cart idea. The compressor is surprisingly heavy.
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