FREE?!? Gas Powered Air Compressor has MAJOR Problems ~ Can we Bring it BACK from the DEAD!?!?

NOTHING in life is TRULY free......... I was just driving around minding my OWN business when I see this old BEAT up gas powered air compressor sitting on the side of the road with a FREE sign on it... It only needed EVERYTHING to make it work! No big deal right? WRONG! It was a LOT of work to make this thing do what it was told again!
What did i do to deserve all the hard work it would cause me! I didn't abuse this machine, but regardless it decided to come home with me whether I liked it or not!
The true cost for this old machine is not defined by dollars, but by something MUCH more VALUABLE....TIME!
...and it wasn't ANYWHERE near FREE!!
Kidding aside, I'm truly pumped to have this old compressor, regardless of it's many aliments and problems! I have been needing a portable air compressor that runs on gasoline, and this one FITS the bill!
This is / WAS a Hitachi EC 2510E Gas powered Air compressor that is powered by a 5.5 horsepower Honda GX160 gasoline engine. It was missing the gas tank, the pull cord was gone, and it looks as if ALL the oil in the entire machine decided it didn't want to be part of the machine any longer! And that was just what I could tell by LOOKING at it!
Join me as we dive into just about EVERY aspect of this old compressor, from the engine not running because of major issues to the compressor pump being pretty much JUNK, to it leaking air from about everywhere it possibly could!
Somehow I pushed through all its issues and made an air compressor WORTH owning!
I hope you enjoy the process as we fix the laundry list of problems I find along the way!
This one should be fun!
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0:00 - Finding a Portable Gas Air Compressor on the side of the ROAD!
0:41 - What did we FIND?!?
4:17 - I went shopping at Salvage Workshop for PARTS!
5:31 - Installing a pull cord and checking for spark on the Honda GX160
8:38 - Re Installing the Rubber pad & replacing the bad "wheelbarrow" wheel
12:10 - Attempting to get the Engine to FIRE!
17:00 - MAJOR Problem Found - Bent Push Rod and Stuck Valve on the GX160
21:24 - Looking for my GX160 parts Stash & Introducing our Weimaraner Maisie!
22:31 - I found the parts we MIGHT need from my BLOWN up GX160
26:06 - Straightening the BENT push rod and Adjusting the Valves on the engine
29:07 - NOW we check the compression on the GX160
30:44 - Trying to get the GX160 to FIRE.... It Fired RIGHT up!
32:07 - The Carburetor is SOOO bad! Let's Save it!
39:20 - Installing a new gas tank & filling the compressor with oil
41:28 - ONE PULL.... It FINALLY Starts for the FIRST time in WHO knows how long!
46:04 - Will it Build Air Pressure?!?
46:31 - More Rocker Issues under the Valve Cover... there's a Loose Rocker Stud
50:07 - Another quick start after fixing the Rocker issues
50:50 - Replacing the Tank Drains & Extracting broken bits!
53:02 - I found ANOTHER Major Problem! The Body of the Compressor is CRACKED!
54:47 - Pressure Washing the ENTIRE compressor in order to find PROBLEMS
55:23 - Welding the Belt / Pulley Guard back together
56:04 - Cleaning the Pilot / Unloader Valve
59:39 - The Engine is MISSING some Bolts and the Compressor IS Cracked!
1:01:15 - POTENTIAL Compressor Replacement Option - Qunicy 210 QRB1 ROC100
1:03:29 - New Compressor Mocked up on the Portable unit! Pulley Issues!
1:08:51 - Looking for Gauges and a new Pulley
1:11:43 - Removing the old & Installing the NEW Pulley the Honda GX160 engine
1:15:52 - New Problems created by installing the new compressor pump
1:20:52 - Making the Spacer Smaller on the Engine Lathe
1:24:00 - Making a Replacement Valve Cover Gasket
1:26:42 - Cleaning the ORANGE off the Compressor
1:27:50 - Belt Issues, Mounting the Compressor Pump, & a new Guage
1:32:51 - I CHALLENGE YOU... & did YOU See the OTHER Shop Compressor I Restored?
1:38:29 - First Start with the NEW Compressor Pump... Won't Build FULL Pressure
1:44:59 - Trying the Pump on it's Original Setup
1:48:33 - Pressure Testing the Portable Tank Setup Without the PUMP! Major LEAKS!!
1:51:13 - Fixing the MAJOR Air Leaks on the Tank Setup! & Installing the Pump
1:55:21 - Installing a NEW Belt & Replacement Air Supply Hose
1:57:54 - Will it FINALLY Build FULL Air Pressure?
1:59:12 - Final Walk Around of Our New Portable Gas Powered Air Compressor
2:03:26 - Let's Air up a Wheel Loader Tire!
2:04:16 - Thanks for Watching! I TRULY appreciate your time here at Salvage Workshop!
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Thanks for stopping by, I truly appreciate your support!
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[@jamescook5738]

Listening to you talk about anyone can do anything. In 1983 i lost both hands below my elbow. Did I stop living,stop wanting to do things myself. No. Since then I’ve ridden motorcycles in the woods,built n flew RC aircraft,taught myself to do all kinds of leather items. Even make a few dollars doing that. My mind is still active. Invented joy sticks fer my RC transmitter. My desire exceeded my disability. So thanks fer the talk on that. By the way before I lost my hands I did much of what you are doing now. Thanks fer bringing back memories.

[@RenoBusdriver]

Glad you found a way to overcome your disability. Some of homeless where I live claim they can’t work due to a disability. I call BS. Had a man paralyzed in a wheelchair who still managed to find a job.

[@kraigcochran9995]

@@RenoBusdriverthe entitlement mentality is a bigger disability than the op had to overcome.

[@medieval_axe_man]

@@RenoBusdriver If you can stand behind a sign you can stand behind a cash register.

[@RenoBusdriver]

@@medieval_axe_man I totally agree. Recently there is a Indian (India) American family panhandling flowers to make money to pay their rent and feed there kids. I think that effort would be better spent looking for work and since I don’t know all the facts I maybe totally wrong. What needs to happen from the government level is stop giving hand outs. The welfare system is broken and most people do not use as intended. Just had to add that thought.

[@giggiddy]

You've got my respect buddy. When I start feeling sorry for myself, I think about badasses like you that keep fighting the good fight- and it gets me out of my funk. Cheers buddy.

[@Farm_fab]

I've gotten a lot of fasteners at the scrap yard, and I've organized them in empty peanut butter jars. I persuaded a coworker to save hardware from jobs that we did. Our line of work was mechanical systems demolition, so we had to unbolt a lot of stuff over the years. He would just go to the hardware store and buy new for a project. I asked him how hard it woud be to but some in his pocket and take them home (he was the boss's son) and put them away when he got home. He had a surprise for me one day. He took my advice, and made storage bins from ice tea jugs, and had the hardware organized. I was impressed.

[@shawnzalewski1917]

Over 2 hours of Salvage Workshop on a Sunday afternoon. You can’t beat that.

[@canlungdoc]

I'm not sure a more tightly edited 45 min version wouldn't beat it

[@I_Dont_Answer_Questions]

@@canlungdoc Spot on. I like the guy and his work. But fucking hell he loves to hear himself talk and explain the most mundane details. Now I"m going to pick up this valve with my left hand and pass it to my right hand. See how I make that exchange? I do that because...

[@bannzai]

You were meant to find this compressor, I don't think there will be many people who could have brought this back to usable condition. You are like a dog with a bone . I also like how you don't take shortcuts, you diagnose and fix what needs to be fixed. Really enjoyed this video, keep them coming. Love, health and respect from Scotland UK.

[@M.TTT.]

I've done similar repairs/rescues where the time/money isn't really worth it, but there's just something about getting something free and bringing it back to life with your own effort. It's more like its really mine and saving it from the dump. I should start doing videos, but meh. I rebuilt a Echo 9010, shaved a couple hundred off buying new at least, parts add up quick.

[@kenkosidlo1971]

Great job. You never need to worry about your videos going too long as far as I'm concerned.

[@larrystoodley7193]

Great vid I agree you need to replace the unloader valve. I was a maintenance tech in a factory for around 15 years. The last 5 as a supervisor. Many of the equipment ran on air. Our rule of thumb is a pressure gauge should be rated at twice the working pressure. So if your working Pressure is 125 the gauge should read at least 250 which saves the gauge from wearing out prematurely. just a tip from me to you. You always have good content and I wish it was more often.

[@1982jeepcj8]

well, I got 40 minutes in, paused and went and finally stopped putting off installing new chinesium carburetors on to two string trimmers and a post hole auger. So, Matt motivated me to do something in the shop in the rain. SO yeah they all run now, when I get my rebuild kits I'll fix up my originals

[@rayscrafield2106]

Your collection of parts amazes me. I used to have what I called a junk drawer and my wife always gave me a hard time about "junk". But, every time I was in a bind I was able to find what I needed in my "junk" drawer. She doesn't bug me anymore. Great video and what a nice find.

[@Nevir202]

Ya... My grandfather, as a small business owner dealing with machinery had an IMPRESSIVE collection of junk and documents. After selling it, like 6.5 years later, he decided to finally be rid of all the "junk" and old "useless" docs. Then he started needing bits... And the Feds asked for some of his old tax docs... Thankfully he was able to get copies of the docs lol

[@coreybabcock2023]

Reasons I try to keep stuff in my camper Van I live in so when I have a issue I have something to fix it with or doing mobile mechanic or handyman gigs

[@debbiehughes795]

Now you need to paint the gas tank white to make it patriotic. I love watching what you do. I learn so much watching videos like yours. As a 63 year old woman, I have just recently got 2 lawn mowers going from watching content like yours. I also love restoration and your passion for it is so intriguing. 😊

[@stevebeavers3754]

Good job! As a former small compressor mechanic, you did great. Unloader valves are sold specifically for the 2 pressures you desire. Also typically the hoses are copper from pump to unloader.

[@rhondasweeney7271]

This video has been amazing. If I can't do something I always keep trying. I even have the bruises to prove it. Appreciate your videos and I love it when you have the dogs around. I remember when you used to take them for a walk. Thank you for taking us on this amazing journey out of something free😊

[@amichaelford8868]

Great videos. I like watching you fixing and reviving old machines and equipment. I liked what you said about working on stuff. From the time I was about 5 years old, I liked taking things about to see how they worked. If something was broken or didn't work, I would take it apart and see why and fix it. I didn't have a dad that could teach me how to do it either. My dad's idea of vehicle maintenance was to drive the thing until it didn't drive any more and then go down the the car lot and get another car. I enjoy working on stuff from weed whackers to my own vehicles. I don't have the patience to do it full time as a career, but I like it as a hobby.

[@matthewhall1068]

Subscriber for life now brotha we have that same mindset and life live with the mentality of "what's the worst thing that'll happen your gonna make more trash outta the trash ? Tell yourself you can do it and go out an Try the things you wanna try." Literally what my grandfather said to me at an extremely young age and i have since lived my life by the wise words of "failing isn't a bad thing but a lesson learned in what not to do the next time!" And I've since self taught myself how to rebuild cars, tools, equipment, and so many other things! Now. My entire family calls anytime they need something fixed because they all say "if you 2can't find away to fix it then it's really junk!" I will say I've not been able to fix things, got frustrated but now that I'm older I see 9 outta 10 times I can and will figure it out fix it and or actually end making it better then it was before like you have done with this air compressor build! So everyone remember you can't make anything more trash then the trash it already was to you in first place! And as long as you tell your you can do it you will do it! But remember failing is never a bad thing or anything to be ashamed of just remember each fail is just a lessons learned in what not to do next time you do it! 💯 Subscriber for life now brotha keep on pushing to accomplish whatever you desire for you and family!! 🤙🤘💯

[@joef108]

True 'sweat equity' is featured in every Salvage Workshop episode! Please be extra careful dispensing gasoline indoors- gasoline vapor pools in low lying spots and does not dissipate like, for example, propane. I winced a bit when you tried to start that gas engine indoors right after adding fuel.

[@bow-tiedengineer4453]

As much as I love seeing you work on the big machines, sometimes it's the little things that are the most fun to watch you fix.

[@adamluke1289]

Love all the hardware in those cabinets! You can never have enough of it.

[@tomasjosefvela1]

What a magnificent find!!! I love when I find the machine that fits the parts I have been sitting on. I Think we share in that, being able to see the value/potential in a machine that may not be operable but there are so many parts that are worth saving because you know one day you'll be driving down the road and BAM!! there's the machine you've been waiting for!! Thanks for sharing and congrats on the new addition to the mobile shop you've been building a piece at a time.

[@AbcDef-iq4no]

I agree with you 100% as far as tackling projects that you may not know how to do at first glance. This summer I decided to tackle a number of projects on my property that I had been worrying about for almost six years. Project after project I was able to complete (knocking them down like dominos) which just propelled me to keep going.

[@garywilliamson7493]

Thank You Matt - Your Right, when I was Young I knew if I Fixed My Mind on Doing Something no matter how many times I hade to come up with another Idea eventually I'D find a way to not only fix the issues but also make it Better than it was before ! Oh I'M now 73 years old but My Head still Thinks I'M 23 Years old - My Body Knows I'M Not - Love Your Videos 🦘

[@normmcrae1140]

A quart of Carb Cleaner and an Ultrasonic Cleaner would have cleaned up that carb PERFECTLY. They make things SO much easier. I WILL DEFINITELY agree with you on your opinion of Honda small engines! Our company uses them in -40* temps in ANTARCTICA, and they NEVER let us down!

[@keithhimmelrick3868]

I think if you watch the part where you bent the pushrod back to being normal and then you adjusted valves and started it up you can see the adjusting nut moving back and forth on the stud. Have fun

[@terryrogers1025]

Nice job of trouble shooting issues on the compressor. You have made yourself a sweet little field service compressor. As far as your observation on all it takes is a willingness and a desire to learn and it can be done, I speak from experience on this point. Great video, thanks for taking us along.

[@Sonomaniaque]

"I have a mentality that there is absolutely nothing I can't do" How I love this sentence! Yes, everything is "learnable". You don't need to be the best at making something to do it, you just need to start making it. And once you're started, you have to finish it if you need it. Often, the reason is money, but not always. Also the pride to think " I could do it by myself, I'm not depending on a professionnal - or so called- to have what I need". Your way of thinking is the path that drives DIYers, and I hope that many will walk it!

[@deepierce5030]

Liked seeing you bring this ol gal back to operation after such a hard life. The bit at 1:30:00 spoke to my soul dude, for real. I have been graced with the ability to work on nearly everything from trimmers to lawnmowers to large diesel engines and feel blessed to have been afforded the opportunity to not only work on things but to obtain the knowledge and mentality to do so. While I have a very large family, I have primarily been independent aside from those who've helped or offered work. 😊

[@robertadriver6931]

Fantastic recovery of a valuable piece of equipment.

[@anthonyhoult152]

Now this is a treat, over two hours from salvage workshop! Sit back relax and enjoy with a coffee 👍👍👍

[@sydneymcconnaughhay5947]

You my friend have great content,,,I'm an old lady and I love your channel.I really appreciate your talk I feel the same about trying new things.I lay awake at night trying to fix the problems I come across. And if I don't try to fix them ,I'm angry with myself but at least I tried.

[@kevinwhitehill7049]

Nice job reclaiming this once trashed compressor. One suggestion For you is you are going to want to change the compressor discharge line. If you plan to use this compressor for any amount of time, the hydraulic line you modified to work will not hold up very long. The air discharged is at a very high temperature and will breakdown a rubber hose rather quickly which is more than likely what caused the old line to leak so badly. Most industrial air compressors use a rigid steel line. As those are made per the application and your unit is modified, that’s probably not an option. You could use soft copper although that may not hold up well to the vibration. The easiest and most durable replacement would be to use a nylon hose with stainless outer braiding like most semi trucks use. The nylon holds up to the extreme heat and the braiding resist abrasion. They can be made to any length, flexible and are fairly inexpensive. I work for a large Peterbilt dealer group in the Midwest and have made many of these hoses over my long career.

[@jamesroets800]

When you said that you have no formal training in the plethora of trades you exhibit, I was floored. I can fully appreciate your words about digging in and getting things done - if you've a mind to. I found that I love woodwork but I have no training in carpentry. So what you said resonates with me. Great job on the compressor and I'm looking forward to your next video! Thanks.

[@terrycannon570]

I bought one that was non-working one time. The previous owners were using detergent motor oil in the compressor. Detergent oil produces oil vapor, and the vapor turns to glass like coke inside the valves and unloader valve. The unloader valves are often exposed to rain and snow and rust the ball seat. After putting a new head gasket on the compressor and cleaning all the coke out of the valves and unloader I was able to get the little Honda motor to cycle on and off at 80psi low and 120 psi high pressure. When I got it id did not even have the linkage for the throttle, so I made a rod out of some wire. Worked great and I gave it to my brother. I already have a big one with the 13 horsepower Honda engine on it so I didn't need it. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@drewaps7822]

Dude you're the first person besides myself I heard in my life about how you learned mechanics. Exactly like Me. That's what I tell my son. We didn't have yputube. My parents were broke and when they went for walks they got picked up lawnmowers and I'd break them to see how it works. And that was age 6. I'm a licensed mechanic now. But quit the trade cause I learned working for someone else makes u taint that passion and desire. Some things are best left as hobbies. Good for you brother and happy new year

[@billroberts3864]

Matt, thank you very much for encouraging folks to reach out and do things they didn't know they could do. Yes, take a step of faith and do something you didn't know you could do. Gaining confidence is a growing opportunity. Great challenge for folks who may be a bit timid about doing something. Matt, blessings to you.

[@andreacrashe9894]

*You never gave up on this air compressor... you just kept on trying to figure it out..... and you did figure out each issue that cropped up. What you said about learning on the job and not a qualified mechanic.... I understand that completely... I too learned as I went and have and can still, put my hand to do things... But you know that some people are manual people whilst others are not... but at the end of the day we all do what we find we can do... Years ago I discovered your channel... and watched in awe as you figured out stuff... 🙂.nz*

[@thowe689]

You two have essentially built a new boat with the addition of the demolition adding to the work load. Your efforts are so very impressive and these last two weeks of daily updates have been my first thing to do when I wake up. Be proud and accept the timeline as it is and don’t force the issue of getting back in the water. That time will come when everything is ready. Don’t forget to take time for each other.

[@brackenharris5597]

I called you when i was a kid trying to fix a ps4 disk tray issue when you still had your repair shop you inspired me to continue in the tech industry I’m now 24 I’m praying for you too get better

[@darrellgarlough7140]

I fully agree with your thoughts on learning a hobby or a profession. I self taught myself as a teenager to repair cars, I taught myself how to trim houses, and now at 63 I'm teaching myself stereo repair as I am no longer able to work on a lot of mechanical things due to arthritis. Not sure how long my hands will hold out, but I feel the need to learn or lose what I have learned over my lifetime. One of the hardest things for me to do is say, I can't anymore, keep on doing what you do, I enjoy your repairs

[@kerryevans7413]

Great job on the roadside gas air- compressor. That thing will come in handy out in the field. Or around the house or the cave.

[@jameses797]

Nice to see the carry over from fixing the lathe, and using it on this project!

[@alantorrance6153]

So, you are a self-taught mechanic. So am I. (My dad was a Doctor -- a very different type of guy - checking tyre pressure was his mechanical limit.) At age 21 I bought a Rover 75 (1956 or thereabouts model) and found it needed attention. I stripped the engine and gearbox, reconditioning both (the heavy engine machining - crank, rebore, camshaft, grinding the block surface, grinding cylinder head surface - I had done for me in a shop. I rebuilt and reassembled the rest, including new bearings engine and gearbox. I had no tuition whatsoever. My only guide was a "Haynes" workshop manual. The whole thing was easy enough and the car ran absolutely beautifully following the work. Beginners luck, perhaps. But certainly some considerable aptitude.

[@bobadam7021]

There is a thin line between hording and being well stocked, that line is organization. I'm jealous of your discipline to be so organized.

[@johnwilimczyk4188]

replace the set screws in the taper lock with grade 8 bolts then you can use a open end wrench to tighten the taper lock bushiing on the shaft

[@jasonniemier4425]

The biggest concern on any compressor, especially a roadside find is the tank condition. An air compressor tank is actually a proverbial bomb largely because of the pressures involved. The tank has air going into it and also moisture. Some of them have a moisture relief valve and inspection ports which are important to keep the tank dry and subsequently rust free. Overtime the rust can thin up the steel in the tank, making it weaker and one day when you’re standing next to it, it can explode with catastrophic results. Make it a priority to drain your compressor tanks of the excess moisture every time after use and occasionally open the inspection port or use a bore scope to check the condition of the tank. If it’s got lots of flaky, scaly rust in it, you may wish to discontinue its use to be safe. Do a KZbin search for exploded air compressor tanks you’ll see what I’m talking about. I seen one explode on a service truck. It was on the roof of the cab. It totally collapsed the cab the truck. Fortunately no one was inside or they would’ve been killed. Many people just don’t see the dangers because it’s just air right but air under pressure is a bomb! Like a balloon of steel!

[@4vinos]

Wow! Never seen so many items stored in your shop's. Finding what you need with so many items when working on a project, is mind boggling. Thank you for you making us feel like standing next to you on your projects. Oh, love the choice of music of your videos.

[@loucinci3922]

Well done. Not only got the engine working, but turned it into a function, working air compressor. Good job. Thanks for sharing.

[@allmond56]

The line between the outlet of the compressor and the tank should be a copper line. Really enjoy your channel.

[@rjm7168]

Aluminum works too.

[@roberthocking9138]

I was just about to say, it will have bent push rods or rockers because someone has over revved it. Had one do the same thing. Good job 👍 beautiful dogs btw

[@seansysig]

I believe your oil pressure is very high do to a crankcase seal is leaking. To verify lower your air tank pressure to 20psi and see if oil gauge matches air pressure. The potential for this is great! I’m a retired SteamPlant Utility engineer of 20+ years and using both teflon tape and liquid teflon thread sealant is wasteful, but won’t hurt anything. Just use a quality tape and the proper material for hydraulic fluid or petroleum gases.

[@gtnaylor5870]

That was a good Sunday Recovery!!!!!!!!!!!!! Since I watched this video, I did find a small shop compressor. You know the $159.00 Harbor Freight compressor, left out for the garbage. I took it home, tried to get the electric motor working. It was burned up. I replaced the motor with one I had, and the compressor was junk. So, I stripped the motor and compressor off, all the plumbing and replumbed it into the one I had. Now I have additional volume or I can disconnect it from the compressor and use it as a remote air tank. Take it anywhere. You're right about thinking you can't, you won't.

[@richardstahlbusch1636]

I totally agree with your view that everyone has abilities that are useful and are only limited by one's self. Like you I believe that we need to experience failure to learn. Yes if we are smart enough to never fail and we can recognize that what we have done was a success then we can learn also. I had an old neighbor male friend who had many sayings and the one I found so true was " Experience will teach a fool". That saying has taught me many times the proper way to approach any problem I had, and I have a grandson who I don't at all consider a fool ; who has helped me rebuild my antique Farmall tractor. I basically bought the parts needed and was nearby to answer any questions he had and cleaned parts for him. He did all the assembly and settings to get the engine running properly. He only had training in high school which was not very much because his school didn't have the funds to offer a detailed course. Much of what he knows he has learned by experience. sss

[@jamesrogalski2085]

I have always been a bit of an oddball, when other children were off playing little league I was down stairs in my lab or out in the workshop making a new type of kite to fly. My best friends was an elderly man that lived in a farm house at the end of our road. When I got old enough my second best friend was a farmer who built, made or machined anything he needed. Knowledge an absolute polyglott of knowledge! It has served me very well these 65 years!

[@marxtuf]

My father in-law had a great saying for picking up treasures like you do. If I can't fix it I'll make sure nobody else can. 😂

[@MannyNCF]

37:15 just to throw my 2 cents in, this is absolutely 100% correct!! I work in a lawn mower small engine repair shop, and as the parts guy, I agree!

[@josephcormier5974]

That's an awesome save and definitely worth all the work you put in to it thanks for sharing this with us six stars

[@shaneellasdaicastrestorati3675]

Mate I hole heartedly agree with you if it's not working what's the worst thing to happen it goes back to scrap, I try to fix everything. Great repair by the way

[@basicguy1961]

outstanding advice, pick it up take it apart LEARN what broke and fix it. if you cant all you lose is a little of your time and have learned something.

[@youseetime]

As always Matt, a real treat to watch and a great philosophy to life.

[@kennethmclean3679]

Great to see you recycle things. You have talent. Nice work!

[@everestyeti]

I wonder how bits of kit that have been left on the side of the road are hoping, that Matt's the one that's going to pick them up. 👍 2 hours your spoiling us. Going to be a very useful bit of kit to have in the field.

[@ottodydaktyk]

Cool! I've just started a class on small engine repair and i have a compressor that needs some work. Thanks for sharing knowledge and the pep talk. You're right, if it's broke, why not? I always keep everything that I can when I trash something and I thought I had a lot of parts. YOU WIN!

[@philliphall5198]

Our local college said they don’t need small engine classes because there will be none in a few years I told him he is stupid and needs to go to grade school again

[@ryanwilson3632]

I gotta be honest props to you. I restored my own air compressor and repainted it to look like a DeWalt unit. But this project you took on I would have thrown in the scrap dumpster and gotten a new one. My time is worth more to me then that.

[@NAWPS]

Excellent video, good length, content, and educational information. Thank you..I appreciate your time.

[@OldBlue94]

I did that I got a broke down Gravely 430 garden tractor and did a full ground up rebuild. I have never done anything that in-depth before something I wanted to do after finding your channel.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Nicely Done! Glad you went after it and made it happen!

[@Soldierboy1986]

The mindset of completion is whenever or whatever you could’ve done yesterday , but because you didn’t know how, it was never done, but today, I will learn and complete the mission, because I took the time to try!

[@DancerOfClouds]

Great video. Took me a couple of days (1 hour Sunday) and the remander this morning. Gives a testament of the quality of the video / content. Well Done!!!!

[@jerrygriffin592]

If it’s broke, you can’t hurt it, either you fix it or it’s still broke ,you can’t go wrong,that’s always been my advice, great job

[@repairfreak]

New subscriber here, thanks for all the cool videos. I have much respect for any repair technician . I myself involved in mechanical my whole life with the vehicles Ive owned, and also consumer elect repair. I can totally relate to the great feeling of bringing devices back from the dead. Keep your passion alive brother! Thanks for sharing with us all. 😎👍

[@chipchaffee2416]

Very wise words , I’ve been making a living as a self taught mechanic my whole life . If your not afraid to work ? And see things and figure them out ! You can do it . I was lucky to work with some men that were willing to show me a lot . Also I was willing to learn . Thanks for the great videos.

[@your_utube]

I like your I-can-fix-it mentality, because it works for me. Hands-on works for me. Thanks!

[@Dave-1277]

I seriously love these videos, nice job as always Matt!!!!!

[@richardjameswinter7642]

Great work. And your words about just doing things and trying and learning as you go were perfect. Hope they inspire someone. Greetings from Germany.

[@kosams]

Your max tank pressure is shown in the front gauge and the required pressure adjusted by the red knob for the pressure for the outlets. So your shut off should be set to the front one. This might have already been said as I didn't read them all - at the time of comment 253 ~ cheers Jim

[@DDB168]

Great advice (around the 90 minute mark). Lawn mowers are a good place to start. That's what I did after watching your channel in the early days. You learn a lot from those small things and just build on it.

[@JamesThomas-gg6il]

I never find things like that on the side of the road. I found an old rubber fishing wader boot and a old sledge hammer. I didn't keep the boot but the hammer is twelve pounds of attitude adjustment for just about anything. But I say through the whole two hours enthralled with you ability to diagnose and you outlook on life. Thank you.

[@kemowens5519]

You have a good positive attitude....... hard to come by now-a-days! Great job.

[@dobygillis3105]

I've been watching your channel for a month. So Impressed with you're skills . I learn something new every day. Best channel ever. Love your dogs there beautiful and so happy. Happy dogs happy life. My neighbors have a wime riner named diva. She's a joy to be around. Thank you. Your a wise man . We really appreciate you. And your knowledge.

[@telecomsuk]

Awesome video, I have been fortunate, I started work in a garage servicing vehicles and rebuilding engines inc reborn and crank grinding, then got offered a job as an electrician 1st/2nd fix, then become Agricultural fitter, I worked on motor homes as an electrician,then i worked making aluminium bodies for trucks. Always been interested in Computers and while helping a friend got offered a job as a telephone engineer( loads of free training) which through various companies evolved into data and digital print( photo copiers/ printers). Retired now, still do my own car repairs/servicing and build a motorcycle occasionally, well done very informative fault finding.

[@mikebrunner1577]

Great for taking on the service truck. Like the longer video also. Fun to watch you.

[@garydunscombe1762]

I guess you didnt think to use your spare head to tap out gasket on , great video

[@petewg56]

Excellent video, thank you for a great Sunday afternoon!

[@RobertDickens2002]

I feel like this was much more than a video about a compressor i feel like i was meant to hear that amazing motivation speech in the middle

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@crisnevin7934]

Absolutely right! It's amazing what you can learn if your not scared of failing or breaking something.

[@kenwillis8487]

I saw the title and thought how does one spend two hours working on a compressor? Then I thought who has two full hours to watch lol! Turns out do! Great video!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I appreciate that Ken! I'll NEVER put out a video that isn't worth watching, NO matter HOW long it is! If it's long then there is a good reason, LOTS had to happen, and it was HARD to make it shorter! The goal is always the shortest possible video, sometimes they end up long!

[@benhowe5506]

thankyou very much for sharing this great video. i love the way you think and i love how organised you are with tools and hardware. it makes me feel good to watch you tackle these projects. you are so methodical in the way you work too. you are a very clever young man who never backs down from a testing job. i cant wait for the next instalment from the Salvage Workshop. take care buddy.

[@380.motorsports]

With small OHV engines it’s common that owners don’t adjust the valve lash as specified by the motor manufacturer. I’ve made the same mistake. If the valve lash gets too loose it will allow the rockers to misalign and bend a push rod. The stuck valve may have been the cause of excess valve lash as well due to poor oil maintenance and a lot of run hours.

[@T_B]

ANOTHER Bad @$$ save man! I'm glad you saw this on the side of the road, before someone picked it up for scrap prices. Awesome video (and editing!)

[@KentDiego]

If you made a custom Salvage Workshop logo stencil and painted your logo on the side of everything you remanufacture it would look awesome.

[@dickdavidson3616]

Agree! This machine is the epitome of what this channel is all about. Paint the tank white, replacing the Hitachi logo with the Savage Workshop logo!

[@pinetree9343]

For some reason, youtube dropped me from your channel. I'm back. Good seeing your projects. Great philosophy. Do it.

[@1244taylor]

Great fix on this freebee.. always enjoy your videos.. keep them coming..

[@BaronVonBeef]

I always enjoy getting a peak into the parts storage

[@brainiac_brian]

Really, really nice job! And colorful too! I love it! I had one of those compressors I sold for 20$. It was missing the ID tag and i couldn't find any paperwork for it. I did get my money back I paid for it. I sure wish I'd had this video 4 months ago! I would have been able to get mine working! Thanks for another great video!

[@nickatdallas]

Best video on the net with air compressor restoration ❤

[@avrel820]

Enjoyed seeing you fixing the compressor good job 😊

[@stevem3413]

Great video today with great advice to just try. I'm self taught mechanic and love to find new challenges I'm looking forward to finding a diesel engine to work on and learn from

[@Dextergone]

Great how to. Enjoy your product. Your getting much better.

[@Canuck014]

Sarah, I love the detail and care you put into all your work. I wished that your merch was available to purchase in Canada, I tried a couple of times so I could get in on the draw for the 82 Supranational. My very first car was a 83 Supranational 5 speed, it was awesome. Thanks again for your work. Ray

[@jo9732]

This guys channel should be required watching for all teenage boys and young men. What a set of skills!

[@johnwythe1409]

Nice find! Great job. Could have been a lot worse. Bearings bad, rings shot. Sometimes a lit carb TLC and one bent part and it is back to new. Helps that you have a lot of old parts around. My dad restored an old TD-35 tractractor. Took parts from 3 different machines to make one good one. Where there is a will there is a way, if you are not afraid. Sometimes it can be hard to get past that dread/fear, from a past failure if it was at a young age. I found that in a couple areas of my life, that the feeling of dread can almost paralyze you, into not doing or saying anything, then suddenly you fall back on an familiar safe way out, and don't get what you really want. I totally get what you are saying, and totally agree with you, and I use that in my work, and hobbies quite often. I make and build things from old stuff as well as fix things. No fear or dread in those areas, sometimes just frustration (usually computers), but I keep at it.

[@badmeatbrowniesthoughts1327]

Great stuff brother 👏!!! Not an engine guy myself, that was my big Brother❤ RIP. I'm the "wood" guy ( giggedy ) 😂. And Beautiful puppies, just gorgeous ❤. Literally as I was writing this to give you some possible advice, you mentioned jd weld or is it jb weld? Doesn't matter, you know what product in talking about..and my suggestion is for the braided hose. Where the metal is fraying, spread some jd/jb weld over the frays. I've no idea if it'll last. But it will definitely extend the life of the existing hose. Any of you other kids reading this. Be sure to give this kid a thumbs up and a comment 👍. It will help him with the algorithm. Any comment will help him .

[@billyhaddock5540]

Great Job on finally getten the free Air/compressor running great.. lv ur Dogs..

[@stonerdude4611]

That's why i rebuild carbs for lawnmowers and other items for that reason. Saves time and money.