Hey there guys, awesome site! I just purchased an older Falcon 80 gallon 5hp air compressor. Got a good deal on it but previous owner says oil is getting in the air line, looks like it needs some rings/bearings and gaskets. Cant seem to find anything on the web (B-2 pump)... Also I have another problem, this compressor is a 3 phase but its going into a residential garage with 220v. Looks like I can pick up a Baldor 5hp single phase motor for around $350 and convert it to single phase or would it be better to do a 3 phase conversion?
Can you upload a few photos of the air compressor? This would be helpful as I can't immediately find anything on the Falcon B2 pump you reference.
I would say it's probably best to install the new, single-phase motor than to convert to 3-Phase power, but I'm not an electrician (disclaimer!). Can't hurt to get a quote, however.
I only have one pic so far as I put a deposit on the compressor and will be picking it up this weekend. It looks like a common pump. I also do think the single phase conversion will be the ticket, thanks.
