In my garage I currently have a Rand 4000 60 gal single stage compressor. The tank is dated 1991. It has a 5hp motor. It is rated 11.0 CFM @ 90PSI and 12.5 @ 40 and a max pressure of 125. I'm looking to go newer/better.
I came across a 2 stage Kobalt (allegedly made by CH) 60 gallon that has a 3.7hp motor and is rated 11 @ 90, 10.8 @ 100 & 10.7 @ 175, max pressure 175. Most bad reviews on the Kobalt were for issues out of the gate, like leaks, but those who didn't suffer those issues seem pleased.
I will use it for my upcoming vehicle body and paint project, then some air tool use and mostly blast cabinet. I imagine that CFM specs cannot be directly compared considering the significant difference in max pressure between the two. Are specs like these to be believable? Will a lesser HP 2 stage Kobalt disappoint me compared to my almost 30 y/o 5HP single stage IR?
I came across a 2 stage Kobalt (allegedly made by CH) 60 gallon that has a 3.7hp motor and is rated 11 @ 90, 10.8 @ 100 & 10.7 @ 175, max pressure 175. Most bad reviews on the Kobalt were for issues out of the gate, like leaks, but those who didn't suffer those issues seem pleased.
I will use it for my upcoming vehicle body and paint project, then some air tool use and mostly blast cabinet. I imagine that CFM specs cannot be directly compared considering the significant difference in max pressure between the two. Are specs like these to be believable? Will a lesser HP 2 stage Kobalt disappoint me compared to my almost 30 y/o 5HP single stage IR?