Vintage Air Compressor Restoration | 1969 Iwata Minicom

Vintage Air Compressor Restoration Video
This is a vintage air compressor restoration. It made by IWATA AIR COMPRESSOR MFG.CO.,LTD in 1969.
I hope you find something useful & enjoy this video!
I am happy to receive your feedback, advice, suggestions to improve myself.
!!! I apologize for the mistake if I have made in this restoration !!!
**I still keep some parts, I want to save the world's environment**
--------------Thank you so much for Likes & Comments--------------

[@troyna77]

You are making difference with how people look at old and broken machinery. if everyone did this we would have less waste. Fantastic job!

[@gear_show]

Thank you so much :)

[@paijemjujuk158]

@@gear_show ĺ Kn

[@leonardojosedossantos7203]

A z3o

[@mekateknik3717]

I am also renovating my 1989 compressor. It was 30 years old and it was time to give it a makeover! Hello from France ...

[@user-pi8vt7ut3n]

... молодец Гир!-, отличная получилась реставрация, выглядит как будто новый, дал вторую жизнь старой вещи 👍👍👍🤓🤭👏🤫🛠️⚙️🔗👌🆗🇷🇺👈🤝!!!

[@God_Dmitriy27]

Ну наконец не шуруповерт👍

[@alherch]

The color is beautiful! I appreciate the restoration, some modern touches but nothing extravagant.

[@gear_show]

You're welcome, I'm glad you like this color.

[@shubhamshubham6122]

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[@XinotarMX]

Nice work but paint got lot of bubbles

[@gordbaker896]

Since that Pressure Tank is 50 years old, It should be tested Hydrostatically at 1.5 times working pressure. If it is rated at 100 psi, then test it full of water at 150 psi. You may need a special pump to do this but do it in a clear area in case it explodes. It may have had moisture in it for years and corroding at welds etc. 9 kpa/cm2 is about 135 PSIG. Stay clear!

[@criomat]

I agree, that's an old tank and need to be tested

[@KingKoudi]

I thought the same

[@aserta]

I blew a tractor tire near me once, i was lucky that the blow made it fly away from me, but i couldn't hear straight for two hours after that. I was lucky that day. Air pressure is no joke, i fear these systems more than gas.

[@gear_show]

@Gord Baker Yes, you are right, I do appreciate you sharing this information.

[@user-nw3tx9uq3f]

Ухко

[@jgaffney6]

Wow what a talented man. Very Good. I could watch him all day 🧐

[@jamesbrooks2132]

Splendid restoration. I have an OCD problem when watching mechanical restoration videos, but have learned that your videos never trigger it. Sweet relief... Thank you brother! Keep it up! BTW...does anyone else find it remarkable that this air compressor was made the same year mankind first walked on the moon? What is your initial reaction to this: "Simplicity x (Precision + Top Quality Materials) = Functionally Sustainable Heirlooms" ...wow im a dork.

[@gear_show]

Thank you so much for sharing!

[@BloodyClash]

Though it's that super old it still seems to work like modern. Just what might be interesting is how much power it draws from the line...maybe there modern compressors are a bit ahead (cheaper power bills 😁)

[@juris.m]

@@gear_show how many hp

[@user-fj8vp6cd1d]

日本の製品を大切に使って壊れたらまた治して使ってくれていることに感謝します。

[@gear_show]

日本の製品は品質で作られているので、とても気に入っています。

[@user-dx6pt9oo6h]

Hi Gear Show 👋👋👋 awesome restoration air compressor 👍👍👍💣🔥👌🏽✌🏻🇷🇺

[@1957mrbill]

As others mentioned, be careful of a rusted tank. Even if you don't want it tested, at least inspect the inside of the tank for severe rust. A cheap borescope camera dropped down one of the connection holes works well. The worst rust will obviously be along the bottom of the tank where the condensate sits. I just fired up an old compressor that was sitting for a few years only to find pin holes at the bottom of the tank. Looking inside showed severe rust along the bottom, the rest of the tank inside was still shiny silver bare steel. That went to the curb for scrap.

[@gear_show]

Thank you so much for the feedback!

[@viktorshutov]

True. Pressure needs to be tested carefully

[@axelmizza7566]

Wonderful! Greetings from Argentina!

[@dr.martens9450]

Самый лучший канал про реставрацию на youtube! 👍👍👍

[@gear_show]

Thank you so much :)

[@Alexandreklechowicz]

You do a great job, thanks for share, Also, using paint striper to remove 50 old dirt in kitchen sink is the fast way to get divorced 🤣

[@fernandoqueirozpopovic7024]

This is just wonderfully restored I have no complaints, the color is amazing the creativity is brilliant and the video it self is just great in on it self.

[@veb6814]

Beautiful air compressor very well built !

[@ayad__shaker]

You are an artist, something amazing, a very good job. I'm from Iraq

[@markhosbach9420]

Hey, Thanks! Nice work. Turned out splendid! I learned a couple tricks watching, as well.

[@charlesdbruce]

I like the rotating Jar with sand in it. Very clever.

[@gear_show]

Thank you so much!

[@sandmanjono1239]

Superb engineering / restoration works - skilled as ever, a job well done 👏🏻

[@gear_show]

Thank you very much!

[@alforgesfloripa]

Hoje lembrei de você. Consertei uma antiga parafusadeira Bosch a bateria.

[@andregrafia1914]

Sem palavras que trabalho maravilhoso!!!!

[@prasadvn524]

Lovely Restoration.As some friends have suggested take care to pressure test the tank in future restorations

[@gear_show]

Yes, you are right

[@patriciooholeguy]

There's nothing better in this world than that moment when you are hand sanding a restored tool prior to paint, and you tell yourself constantly, every 30 seconds: "Do it fast. You're taking too long. Dont be a paint in the But. It doesn't have to be perfect!!!"...

[@helioramos1974]

Another master class!! Thx for share!! Good work! 👍

[@vixoid]

thank you for this wonderful video

[@gear_show]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@swartpeter5995]

Ah first time I saw your face is in this video. Reflection on sandblasting machine... All your work is great man

[@trabantfreak2370]

once again it turned out great. Especially the hammer-effect paint looks great.

[@gear_show]

Thank you so much 😀

[@trabantfreak2370]

@@gear_show no problem.

[@Uneedhelp91]

I must say, this has been one of your best restorations to date.

[@jrand2631]

Great restoration - another vintage machine saved from the Furnace. 👍👍👍

[@gear_show]

Many thanks!

[@michaelhutchins5216]

That's beautiful. Love the addition of auto cut off as well. More safe = more better.

[@gear_show]

Definitely!

[@rocharox]

Good job bud! That Sanblaster must be huge to fit the whole tank

[@grahamhughes2025]

beautiful job.....love that paint will have to find some in NZ

[@fixman.persian]

very good job

[@hansBD]

Excelente restauración mi estimado hermoso compresor...saludos desde Perú

[@abodsalha6475]

Respect From Palestine 🇵🇸🌸 You Are The Best 😘

[@gear_show]

Thank you so much!

[@IamAhmedMohammed]

Amazing cant describe this!

[@zuluvoyager6037]

Nice job.

[@DmDetails]

Incredibly satisfying

[@gear_show]

I'm glad you like it.

[@potatohamlin5242]

That’s pretty smart shit using a container full of sand to sand every thing down by spinning the container

[@gear_show]

Thank you so much, but it take much time.

[@azislo]

@@gear_show how much time did it took?

[@raymondbrady7618]

I might be 4-month's late in watching this amazing restoration: which I actually found whilst peeping elsewhere. Regardless, and though at the moment, for reasons I won't go in to, I find I have available time to watch your video collection from the beginning. After which I might even start my own private collection... Good luck, and thanks for the ideas.

[@dmctpfotolito4642]

big JOB, ate.

[@Traboukos]

Dressed like an officer,does the "dirty job".....still remains clean 👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@gear_show]

😁😂

[@marcocanha9303]

Very nice work

[@gear_show]

Thanks a lot

[@sajh4280]

Very nice job👍

[@gear_show]

Thanks 👍

[@BlitzTalos]

Superior Japanese quality. And of course excellent restoration. I would suggest repainting the "Iwata - Minicom" lettering on the side of the air tank. Keep up the good work!

[@gear_show]

Thanks for the tips!

[@MuhammadDaudkhanTV100]

Cool working

[@gear_show]

Thanks

[@somyRed]

Great job! I love it 👍

[@markallan9050]

You are a truly professional craftsman. As a red seal journeyman plumber and gasfitter in canada i am perplexed to know what trade you do and where you do it. Ive always wanted to restore things like this. I do it with old faucets and heating equipment

[@alexshtein2487]

Здорово получилось.НО,не хватает воздушного фильтра.

[@markallan9050]

As a red seal journeyman plumber gasfitter in canada i am amazed by these videos. Wondering what trade you have to be such a pro craftsman. Love these videos!

[@iinew6849]

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[@iinew6849]

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[@datleonofficial9999]

Very good 👍

[@gear_show]

Thank you 👍

[@michaelfairchild]

Im amazed about the state of the tank after all that time. Apart from peeling off paint, rust and dirt, its in good shape.

[@gear_show]

Yes, it is.

[@PHAESTOS64]

Excellent job & nice color.Master!!!!

[@gastonbad1]

Una belleza...gracias por mostrar...estoy aprendiendo

[@quoimagueule628]

Very good job man

[@gear_show]

Thank you so much 😀

[@Kevin-gx8lc]

Excellent work. Very well done Sir! Greetings from Southport UK.

[@gear_show]

Many thanks!

[@Multantechinfo]

good job

[@dixonqwerty]

Very nice job. Great looking compressor!

[@gear_show]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@TanBui-pw5wf]

Good video

[@MysterSmythe]

Very nice!

[@gear_show]

Thank you!

[@papounet4620]

Very good restoration 👍👍👍👍

[@gear_show]

Yes, thank you

[@derbimota978]

Respect from Russia. Amaizing videos!

[@gear_show]

Thank you! I'm glad this video popup in Russia.

[@user-vh2pu4mg7o]

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[@fernandarosa1703]

MARCOS

[@dwiajah9575]

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[@yeagerxp]

Excellent work👍👍👍. Thanks for sharing

[@gear_show]

You're welcome! Thank you!

[@shaifultaib4113]

so brilliant!

[@bebel6874]

Nice job, very effective.

[@mateuszjakubiszyn3575]

Jak zwykle świetna robota pozdrowienia dla mistrza

[@thinkertank1]

Very nice

[@gear_show]

Thanks

[@akpexplorer7940]

You should have changed the piston rings..btw nice video👍

[@xarogath]

Great work ! it is a beautiful air compresor and another masterful restoration. Btw, I recomend checking the starting capacitor, it's degradation can lead to excessive pump vibrations.

[@gear_show]

Thanks for the tip! I will check it out.

[@XinotarMX]

I would like to add a layer of varnish to the motor winding. Nice restoration

[@tjbrison]

Just about to do a similar restoration on my 1970 Stenhoj compressor - why sell it on and buy another, when for a bit of work I can restore to 'as new'. Great video - we need more people on YT to show / convert people to restoring things rather than throwing away and buying new.

[@gear_show]

Sounds great! Thank you so much!

[@jugalbhutada4397]

Very awesome restoration & very nice colour chose 👌🏻👌🏻

[@gear_show]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@ab-nx4lv]

I'm excited!

[@juanpablosaenzcastaneda4643]

Good video you are such a craftsman.

[@mpalaskokkalis1476]

Perfect

[@Mariuskartin]

Excellent restoration!

[@gear_show]

Many thanks!

[@tatianadevena5364]

Splendid restoration, good work!!!!!!!!!

[@gear_show]

Thank you very much!

[@sebasmaldonado3566]

hermoso trabajo! el color esta fabuloso! saludos desde Argentina!

[@gear_show]

Muchas gracias! Me alegra que este video emergente en Argentina.

[@Me11oIngenuity]

Iwata great restore! Nice!

[@gear_show]

Yes it was!

[@DaftOldMan]

I have worked using air compressors for over 50 years. Never seen one explode, never heard of one explode, never met anyone who had one explode. Most people leave pressure in the hose line so that will "pop" before a tank will ever explode.

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[@Baranek-_-]

I recommend sticking the rubber to the wheels :)

[@gear_show]

Okay, thank you sharing :)

[@LIVETANKREN]

Agree, quieter when moving and shock absorb when compress air

[@aserta]

Have the reservoir tested. Air explosions are no joke, shrapnel, ear drum rupture, the list is painful.

[@gear_show]

This is great reminding point, thank you so much!

[@marekstanisawiak432]

Well done .

[@hayoubfark2321]

Splendid good job 👍👏🎓

[@gear_show]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@pierreboone568]

thats is a nice restoration.

[@gear_show]

Thank you!

[@cidadaobrasileiro2486]

You are a genius!

[@baldacchinoster]

Could you do a video where you explain your techniques? Perhaps you already have one? Like for instance, why heat treating the nuts/bolts, what powder are you using to wash the outer parts at first? Would be really interested! thank you!

[@billsutherland2128]

Nice job!

[@comandantestraker]

Wonderful!!!

[@Slugg-O]

Great restoration video. Not complaining but my OCD flag went up at 14:01. I was waiting for you to tap that bulge on the fan guard back in. :-) No problem though. The compressor looks great.

[@YOURFISHINGCHANNEL]

admiration for this

[@Cradley684]

Great Job Stay Safe !!!.

[@dariorivero1128]

Que fenómeno, felicitaciones, desde Argentina

[@gear_show]

Muchas gracias, me alegro de este video emergente en Argentina

[@mr.martin4954]

Wow, great work

[@gear_show]

Thanks a lot!

[@nabeelzaini]

Awesome job sir I like it a lot

[@gear_show]

Thank you very much

[@mtrestoration3060]

belle remise a neuf sympa ce petit compresseur

[@ezequielsilva2709]

Bom trabalho!! 👏👏

[@gear_show]

Thank you!

[@sociopathicnarcissist8810]

You need to show us your shed or garage so we can see all the tools in their little homes.

[@persioboni9373]

Show de bola !