How-To Replace Reed Valves on Harbor Freight Compressor Runs but Won't Build Pressure Compressor Fix

See step by step how I was able to fix a compressor that still runs wont build pressure by replacing the reed valves. Cheap, mostly easy, fix and saved some cash.
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[@markmarks4343]

It helps to put two small dabs of grease or vaseline on the tips of the head side reed to keep it in place in the head before lowering it into position. I used dielectric grease that I had laying around

[@coryshadid9069]

This was perfect I did exact same thing and after watching it the whole way I took it back apart and everything worked!!

[@31acruz]

"The wizard mechanic" (popular KZbin channel) uses crazy glue to hold metal gaskets in place while putting them on. Great tip.

[@smellysurf4600]

I can’t tell you how helpful this video was, thank you sir. ❤️

[@jeromyfisher297]

Thanks for the video I have the same POS but it was in my price range! favorite part of the video is the very end where you bring yourself, hey, that’s hot..

[@465painkiller465]

This is helpful to me as I took the head apart and then my compressor only built 2 psi pressure. I already knew it had to be something with the valves but the "wiggle method" is a great idea that I haven't tried. Will give it a go. Cheers

[@EscapePowerSports]

awesome, glad it was helpful for you. Give it a shot and let me know if it works out for you. Appreciate you watching and taking the time to leave a comment. Cheers

[@465painkiller465]

@@EscapePowerSports I actually tried it but it didn’t work for me. The gasket made it so that it wouldn’t go into place. But I managed by holding it down and being very thorough

[@cardinalRG]

At 2:25, I suggest an alternative to the "wiggle method, but it requires separating the top plate from the top head piece--quite appropriate if gaskets are being replaced. Just apply a magnet to the topside of the plat, then set in the reed until the plate is in place, then remove the magnet before bolting the whole assembly together.

[@stephenjohnston7330]

Hey great video mate. Your work method is just like us Australians, into the shed and crack open those cans THEN start on a project, I love it, we really are great allies 🍻👍😂

[@fattigla]

great vid, thanks for making it short and to the point

[@ritchiesokol1061]

Our company H.P. was a lemon 🍋. End of making lemonade out of it. The reed valve I made was out of stainless about .014. I almost used shim stock from a craftsman feeler gauge. The poppet valve on our's had an issue also (fixed). The 21 gallon H.P. started hard. I drained the compressor oil & used trans fluid for fluid and has run good since. Maybe used a total of 20-30 hours since. Rich from small airport in Iowa.

[@EscapePowerSports]

Very cool. Mine has popped another set of valves since then. Have never changed the oil so am going to try this and see if it runs/starts smoother. Appreciate you taking the time to share some good info in the comments. Cheers

[@Car_kingpin]

Straight to the point thank God👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙏🏾

[@willboudreau1187]

A small dab of petroleum jelly (or K-Y) will hold that upper reed valve in place during assembly, and because it's so thin of a paste, it will melt away when the head heads up, providing a little extra temporary lubrication while the piston slides in and out of the cylinder. You can still go with the touch-and-wiggle method if you want, but I prefer the K-Y slide method. What! Can I say that???

[@EscapePowerSports]

haha yes, great info on another way to accomplish this. Thank you for watching and taking the time to share some good information on the topic in the comments. Cheers

[@mgomez5606]

I used Vaseline to hold it.

[@TEAMPHY6]

I wonder if some assembly goo could have kept the reeds in place

[@EscapePowerSports]

Likely so, seems like an appropriate lube for the job. Appreciate you watching and taking the time to share good thoughts in the comments. Cheers

[@soledadramirez5084]

Bam it was fixed 😅 Bam , my compressor makes noise but no air wants to go in or out . I opened it up it was a little dirty but that was about , what advice can you give me so I can fix it

[@mgomez5606]

Is it OK to use it without the suction filter on it? Mine is missing it.

[@naashawnwattley1796]

Mines jus stop workin do u know what cud be the problem not starting at all

[@FirstLast-ql8fk]

Good stuff

[@pynoypride87]

Someone selling almost new one for $50 I think this is the issue so I might go buy it lol. Following

[@WyNByG]

👍🏾

[@charritolopez8223]

Do they call him el relámpago

[@EscapePowerSports]

they call him a lot of things, the man, the myth, the legend, etc. lol thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. Cheers

[@mikebender411]

I cant hear

[@thomasharrold5556]

Audio is terrible.

[@EscapePowerSports]

appreciate the feedback on how to improve the videos. Cheers

[@gamlielu]

bad audio

[@EscapePowerSports]

roger that, appreciate you watching and taking the time to leave some good feedback on where we can improve these videos in the comments. Cheers

[@lowellirish]

Sound sucks...

[@AlCatrraz]

One can learn something FROM ANYONE.... Whenever you disassemble any mechanism, MARK THE POSITIONS, AND TAKE A PHOTO for reference