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paint filter: How much paint/spray paint will I need to stencil 60 2'x2.5' signs? [more inside]
posted by defmute on Mar 28, 2012 - 10 answers

Where to find parts for my W.R. Brown compressor? [more inside]
posted by trinity8-director on Sep 30, 2011 - 1 answer

the vibration of a vehicle compressor is a response to the input of the engine, and the resonant charcteristics of the comrpessor, and the stiffness of the system it is mounted to. how does one measure the influence of the bracket on the response of the system? [more inside]
posted by edtut on Sep 7, 2011 - 4 answers

My refrigerator runs too long, methinks. What might be the problem, and would it be madness to try to fix it ourselves? [more inside]
posted by Quietgal on Jul 14, 2011 - 4 answers

Novice at airbrushing: please help me find the right air compressor to buy! [more inside]
posted by Eicats on May 28, 2011 - 6 answers

Can you help us analyze some of the thermodynamic and mechanical properties of a hypothetical compressor-and-tank system? Diagram and explanation provided. [more inside]
posted by Juffo-Wup on May 26, 2011 - 8 answers

I want to make sculpture with repurposed sheet steel, say 10 to 20 gauge. Probably from old cars, which is on the thin end of that spectrum, but I'd like a little leeway. Tired of waiting for my friend's friend to loan me a plasma cutter, so I'm (gulp) shopping. Do I need the $1400 Powermax 30 or will I be satisfied with the RAMSOND CUT50DY on sale for $500? The guy at the shop I called recommended the $1400 Miller Spectrum 375 X-Treme, which is about when I realized I'm in over my head. What about the $800 Hobart Airforce 500534 250ci, which, unlike the others, includes a built in air compressor? I'm not rich, and this is not for heavy industrial use, but I'd very much like something that works and works well on 120v current. I may well be using this on the sidewalk in front of my apartment, so I'd like it to be relatively portable. Also I'd rather it didn't kill me or anyone else. Merci bien!
posted by jcrcarter on Mar 29, 2011 - 9 answers

Smart A/C Saver question. [more inside]
posted by fixedgear on Jan 19, 2011 - 3 answers

I would like to make a 40 second long outro to a promo video, in which the clip gets smaller, and as it does so, other clips around it come into frame. So, it starts with one clip, shrinks to a grid of 9 clips (3x3 grid), then to 25 clips (5x5 grid), and then the whole thing shrinks to reveal the image behind it. I have an idea that doesn't hurt my head to think about, but what's the easiest method? I'm thinking of doing this. Better explanation inside. [more inside]
posted by omnigut on Dec 14, 2010 - 8 answers

Music recording filter: I think I need to use a compressor/limiter on an audio track but I don't know how. [more inside]
posted by sully75 on Feb 9, 2010 - 6 answers

I am thinking about buying a used one of these, and I need to get an air compressor for it. Where can I find used air compressors? What do I need to know about air compressors before buying? [more inside]
posted by Jsn7821 on Jun 10, 2009 - 19 answers

Which air compressor is quieter? The HUSKY air scout. LINK Or this Craftsman 2 gallon one? LINK Any other suggestions will be appreciated! Thanks!
posted by austinlee on Feb 5, 2009 - 8 answers

Compressing quicktime movies for the internets. [more inside]
posted by phaedon on Jan 20, 2009 - 11 answers

I just bought a portable Air Conditioner from ebay. Is it working right? [more inside]
posted by lemonfridge on Aug 1, 2008 - 8 answers

The side-by-side fridge in our rental (a GE tfx22zrs, tfx22jrs) has been failing to keep the refrigerator side cool (freezer side works fine). I think I have traced this down to some kind of lightbulb short -- the bulb heats up so much, so fast, I presume it is keeping the food from getting cool; possible fuse problem? Do fridges have user-serviceable fuses? Or is this a compressor problem and the lightbulb a red herring? [more inside]
posted by fishfucker on May 17, 2008 - 11 answers

Ten-year old air conditioner, busted compressor. Get a new compressor, or replace the whole thing? [more inside]
posted by commander_cool on Aug 7, 2007 - 7 answers

What is an affordable air compressor and spray gun combination? I'm not sure about how powerful a compressor I'll need. Also, I'm planning on keeping it down the basement and running the hose up through the floor. Is there a way to turn the compressor on and off without having to venture downstairs? (I'm in an apartment and the basement door is outside) I've seen things that allow you to shut off lights with a remote control. Maybe something similar to that? [more inside]
posted by austinlee on May 29, 2007 - 6 answers

The air compressor on my 2002 Ford Ranger is making a really loud clicking sound every ten seconds when the heater or AC is turned on. The mechanic says this is normal. Is this normal? [more inside]
posted by worstkidever on Dec 28, 2006 - 7 answers

I had to buy an air compressor to blow out some outside plumbing for the winter. What are some other fun/useful things I can do with it? Already know about: airbrush painting, snowmaking, inflating tires. Others?
posted by stupidsexyFlanders on Dec 7, 2005 - 18 answers