Porter-Cable Compressor Leaking Air? A Step-by-Step DIY Fix

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Is that hissing sound driving you crazy? If your compressor is leaking air, don't call a pro just yet!
This video will walk you through a step-by-step DIY fix to get your compressor back in top shape.
I identify common leak sources, show you how to diagnose the problem, and guide you through the repair process with clear instructions.
Even if you're a DIY beginner, this video will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to tackle this project.
But remember, safety first!
Proceed with Caution: If you follow along, you do so entirely at your own risk. Remember to turn off the power, wear safety glasses, and only attempt repairs if comfortable.
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Thanks for watching
Paul

[@johnmolnar2957]

you have a leaking check valve . you caused yourself a lot of grief by not removing the hose on the check valve ( the brass fitting going in to the tank)

[@DustyWorkbench]

Thanks for reaching out! You're absolutely right, there could have been a check valve issue. I actually double-checked the brass fitting after I heard some leaking initially, but to my surprise, it didn't have a check valve at all, just an open connection for the hose. After tightening it back up, the leak stopped completely. It is strange though, like you said, a check valve would make sense. Maybe on this older tank it rusted away or perhaps there never was one. Either way, glad the leak is fixed now! I dug deeper and found some part lists with schematics for Porter-Cable compressors: www.toolpartspro.com/porter-cable-parts/air-compressor-parts.html Unfortunately they do not have my specific model number..strange. Those that do have a check valve, none of them have that part as available. At least now it does fill up the tank much faster as before all the compressed air as it was being pumped was leaking around that little ring and it took forever to get to pressure or at times it barely made it to pressure before it would turn on again. I actually do feel a little more relieved it doesn't have a check valve in case the pressure goes to high the rubber hose should fail before the tank fails. Thanks again for your comment and helping me think through the possibilities!

[@SurrealNotion]

Great video to help me get through rebuilding my porter cable 150/6gal. Thanks!

[@DustyWorkbench]

Thanks for the comment! I'm glad my video could help you with rebuilding your Porter Cable 150/6gal. It's a great machine and it's definitely worth the effort to keep it running. I hope the repair works out for you as well as it has for me.

[@brendaheuvelmans2900]

What a good way to save money! Good job, hon! ❤

[@DustyWorkbench]

Thanks, hun, for sharing! I'm glad you think it's a really cool way to save money. Fixing the Porter Cable 150 psi pancake compressor was a fun project, and it feels great to keep it running instead of buying a new one. Your support means a lot!

[@snajschro]

good job - helpful!

[@DustyWorkbench]

Glad to hear it! Thanks

[@gormsby4066]

Good video going to go ahead and fix mine

[@DustyWorkbench]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you found the video helpful. Good luck with your repair. I would love to hear how it went.😀

[@jeffogden6060]

Very helpful video. My Porter Cable compressor just developed a leak that appears to be coming from somewhere inside the plastic housing--just as you have shown. I haven't yet disassembled my compressor but I think I probably just need the gasket kit. The links that you provide are for multiple different components. Did your fix involve all of these replacement parts or just the gasket kit? Thanks!

[@DustyWorkbench]

Thanks for watching the video and for your kind words. I'm glad it was helpful! I only needed the gasket kit to fix my Porter Cable compressor. The other links I provided were for reference and potential additional parts that might be needed depending on the severity of the leak and the specific model of your compressor. Cheers

[@JamesNickersonThePhotoShopGuru]

.... being somewhat of a mechanically inclined and also a bit of a genius, I say, cut that annoying pipe a few inches from the head, add another length of rubber hose .. say 3 - 4 inches ( you already have a rubber hose anyway, therefore we know rubber hoses work on this machine, adding another will offer 100% more flexibility and save that puny rubber "O" ring from being twisted and distorted ... you are welcome ...

[@DustyWorkbench]

Thank you for your suggestion! I appreciate your input and will definitely consider it for future repairs. I'm always open to learning new techniques and improving my methods.

[@OmegaGamingNetwork]

I have this compressor, I hate this compressor. I'm simply too cheap to buy another one.

[@DustyWorkbench]

Haha, been there entirely with the "hate this thing, but replacing it feels wasteful" feeling! But hey, for $17 and a little TLC, hopefully it's back in business for you! Check out the comment from @johnmolnar2957 that I pinned. he brought a good point about the check valve. As I mentioned, if you watched the video to the end, you'll notice that I did hear some air leaking so decided to go ahead and check if there was something at the end of that black hose to the tank. Mine did not have a check valve, or possibly rusted completely away but doubt it. The connector looked like a plain hose connector opening. I left a link in his comment that have hundreds of models with schematics of all the parts. Hope you can find your model. Cheers Paul

[@richlucas9767]

I've had mine for 12yrs ran it over with my jeep and it still worked until it didn't, lol. Anyway, I redid gaskets , because they was only $8 59, shipped to front door. Still works great !

[@jws3925]

I gave you a thumbs up for content but there is so much useless time spent on "other" stuff like explaining a torx etc. Please condense future videos showing, as you did in the beginning, the symptom and then quickly get to the repair. Link the parts just as you did and then call it good. This video could easily been in the "sweet spot" for KZbin videos which is 10-12 minutes.

[@DustyWorkbench]

Thanks for the feedback! I hear you about the length, and you're right, 10-12 minutes is a great target for KZbin. It's awesome that you liked the content overall, and that linking to specific points was helpful. In the future, I'll definitely focus on streamlining explanations for viewers familiar with the tools. Condensing the "other stuff" like Torx explanations and jumping quicker to the repair itself is a great suggestion. Going from 2 hours to 22 minutes is already a huge accomplishment for me, but you're right, there's always room for improvement. I appreciate you pointing out areas to tighten up the videos and make them even more engaging for viewers! Cheers Paul