I did the same thing a year or two ago, but also added a quick release fitting to that threaded end. When it’s time to drain, I attach an air hose and run it out of the garage into the yard, but weight the end down with a brick and make sure the tank pressure is down around 25 psi to keep it from whipping around when you open the valve. My normal hoses are red so I just bought a yellow one to make sure I don’t mix them up and feed that rusty water back into my tools. Makes draining the tank so much easier, and keeps the water out of my garage
Great tip! Glad you mentioned the whipping hazard. Hope others folks know to depressurize the tank or strap the drain hose down to avoid a dancing line.
I did the same thing on my compressor. I used an elbow with short length of 1/4" pipe instead of the flex hose but like yours now its easy to drain the tank after every use. The flex hose is actually easer.
Nicely done! I don't have a compressor but I watched to the end. I'd suggest the old soapy water test though - it might have a tiny insignificant leak but ...
@@charleschapman2428 No, you won't. After a drain (or replacing the whole plug) the time it takes for condensation to build up may take weeks - or longer, depending on how often you use it, the filter quality of the air intake ...etc. I was just sayin "if it ain't broke, don't fix it - but, if.."
Nicely done! I see in the description that drain valve is rated for up to 300 psi. More than adequate. Excellent add-on. Different subject.... try something other than the pb. You'll be happy you did.....
There's a 1/4-turn ball valve installed in all my compressors. It's the first modification they get. And besides activating before and after each long-duration use, at least once a week when I walk past them, I'll flick the ball valve open. The setup has a 90° exhaust fitting pointing down to keep rusty water from spraying all over other items close by.
I have a 60 gal stationary that I installed a hard line out to to clean out water in the tank. Did that 5 years ago. It's like when you put an extension line on the oil drain in small engines. Can be solid or flex pipe as long as it doesn't interfeer or easily damaged.
I just leave the little valve cracked open a smidge. It’s not hurting anything. It drains the tank of moisture and reminds me to shut it off when I go in the house. It’s not enough to keep me from having enough air pressure either. I do it because I had a compressor tank freeze up and rust out a hole. But I do like your idea.
Good idea. Have been wanting to do something like this. But I would recommend putting valve next to compressor so hose is not pressurized all the time. Maybe use a pipe nipple to get valve out from under compressor. Easier access to valve that way.
I just went to the local heavy truck shop and got a pull cock air drain and plumbed my bottom drain outside the shop and installed the pull cock outside, every time I go by the pull cord and pull it a couple times fast the tanks expels the air and moisture. Outside
I have been looking for an automatic spitter for my compressor. I frove a 1974 Gillig School Bus and it had an automatic spitter that would spit every time after the compressor stopped. I never had to drain the wet tank. Wish I could find one now.
@@learnsavediy Been doing it for over 55 years. Worked in a col fired power plant, you wouldn't believe how much water can be in the system, I'd open an air valve and it looked like a water line until I blew all the tater out.
I have a link in the description for the exact on I used but it’s currently out of stock. This one appears to be almost the exact same: amzn.to/3BOuxgg
I wanted to do that for years. Then I got an automatic drain valve. It opens every few minutes whenever the compressor is running. Everything is adjustable. I don't have to remember to drain moisture.
@learnsavediy I seldom run the air compresser anymore. Don't use pneumatic tools anymore. I need a compresser to blow dust around and to blow water out of the sprinkler system in the fall.
To close? Yes it only needs to be hand tighten but mine was to the point it wouldn’t tighten nicely or enough so I had to use pliers, hence why I replaced it
Prices are always fluctuating, so shop around and see what you can find! They’ve been $5 on Amazon off and on for a few months. Might just need to wait bit longer
If your life is anything like mine, that valve will fail at the very worst time possible. Usually when I gotta be to work and come out to a tire too low to drive on.
I was concerned about it at first especially for the price but I’ve had it for 3 months without issue. I’m a homeowner so I don’t use it daily but I have no complaints.
Or, with your compressor off (Cold) with no psi, open drain valve, put small container under it, drain water, run compressor a few seconds if needed, done. I have 2 pancake compressors, been doing this for years. You don't have to drain them at full pressure. Spray lube the draincock from time to time, don't over tighten, done. Free.
That’s why I buy a lot of stuff off Amazon if it’s not an emergency. I added lights to our living room and Romex was almost $25 more at Lowe’s. Amazon shipped the same thing to my door for less!
Good idea to modify it to make it easier to maintain just as you described. And thanks for mentioning tying it up if moving it. However, you are not depressurizing the compressor - you’re depressurizing the air receiver.
FYI No need for the pipe tape on the elbow, Copper fittings don't need tape or dope. Tape or dope is NOT to seal for leaks, that's why there tapered. Tape or dope is so the threads on steel pipe don't gall up as you torque the fittings. IT'S THE TAPPER THREADS THAT SEAL ! Your welcome
I put the air compressor outside, in a doghouse (you could use a cabinet) and ran the drain inside the garage. The dog house is mostly sealed. th-cam.com/users/shortsnV7BEdRNcoM?feature=share
Inside: th-cam.com/users/shortsnV7BEdRNcoM?si=ajy6as_B9CegMJCV The water drain is the clear tube coiled to the side (now running into a bottle)...yeah, it is PEX. I had some left from my fridge, so it was free!
Have not seen those before. Thanks for the tip!
You’re welcome!
I did the same thing a year or two ago, but also added a quick release fitting to that threaded end. When it’s time to drain, I attach an air hose and run it out of the garage into the yard, but weight the end down with a brick and make sure the tank pressure is down around 25 psi to keep it from whipping around when you open the valve. My normal hoses are red so I just bought a yellow one to make sure I don’t mix them up and feed that rusty water back into my tools. Makes draining the tank so much easier, and keeps the water out of my garage
Great tip! Glad you mentioned the whipping hazard. Hope others folks know to depressurize the tank or strap the drain hose down to avoid a dancing line.
any truck store will have what is known as a spitter valve with a lanyard. these are used to drain air tanks on 18 wheelers. works just as well
Good to know. Thanks for the tip!
I did the same thing on my compressor. I used an elbow with short length of 1/4" pipe instead of the flex hose but like yours now its easy to drain the tank after every use. The flex hose is actually easer.
Agreed! It’s so nice!
Great video bro! Can’t believe it’s only 5.00$ can’t buy the parts for that! New sub here!☮✌🏻
Right? I’ll take a deal where I can find one! Still holding up great too. Welcome 🙂
That's a great idea. Well done.
Thank you! Thanks for watching
I have the exact same compressor. Ordering part now. Thanks
I love it! I know you will too!
Nicely done! I don't have a compressor but I watched to the end. I'd suggest the old soapy water test though - it might have a tiny insignificant leak but ...
Good suggestion. Thanks
If there's a pin hole you will see water dripping from it, in any case you would have to remove and reinstall .
@@charleschapman2428 No, you won't. After a drain (or replacing the whole plug) the time it takes for condensation to build up may take weeks - or longer, depending on how often you use it, the filter quality of the air intake ...etc.
I was just sayin "if it ain't broke, don't fix it - but, if.."
Nice idea with the tool belt around the tank.
I’m all about DIY hacks and shortcuts!
Nicely done! I see in the description that drain valve is rated for up to 300 psi. More than adequate. Excellent add-on.
Different subject.... try something other than the pb. You'll be happy you did.....
Exactly. Very impressive.
It’s what I had on hand but yes there are better alternatives!
I'm still going to add one to my compressor though!!!! Thank you!!!
You won’t regret it!!
Nice steel whip u got there
Zip tie it or release the majority of the pressure from the PRV. It’s only a steel whip if you don’t know what you’re doing.
There's a 1/4-turn ball valve installed in all my compressors. It's the first modification they get. And besides activating before and after each long-duration use, at least once a week when I walk past them, I'll flick the ball valve open. The setup has a 90° exhaust fitting pointing down to keep rusty water from spraying all over other items close by.
Thank you for the tip! Convenience is key!
I made the same modification 20 years ago using a bunch of nipples and a 1/4 turn ball valve on my Craftsman compressor
Been doing something along this line for years. I just used a 90* street elbow, 6 in pipe and shutoff valve.
Nice!
I have a 60 gal stationary that I installed a hard line out to to clean out water in the tank. Did that 5 years ago. It's like when you put an extension line on the oil drain in small engines. Can be solid or flex pipe as long as it doesn't interfeer or easily damaged.
Exactly! Nice work. I might eventually might hard line it but for the price I paid, I couldn’t say no.
Excellent idea. 👍
And it’s so cheap! No regrets!
Excellent idea..good job tks
Thank you! I love it!
I just leave the little valve cracked open a smidge. It’s not hurting anything. It drains the tank of moisture and reminds me to shut it off when I go in the house. It’s not enough to keep me from having enough air pressure either. I do it because I had a compressor tank freeze up and rust out a hole. But I do like your idea.
Thank for your tip. I’m not big into spending money but when something makes life easier and is decently priced, I like to share 🙂
Good idea. Have been wanting to do something like this. But I would recommend putting valve next to compressor so hose is not pressurized all the time. Maybe use a pipe nipple to get valve out from under compressor. Easier access to valve that way.
It’s rated for 300 psi so for my 125 psi compressor, I wasn’t concerned.
I just went to the local heavy truck shop and got a pull cock air drain and plumbed my bottom drain outside the shop and installed the pull cock outside, every time I go by the pull cord and pull it a couple times fast the tanks expels the air and moisture. Outside
I have been looking for an automatic spitter for my compressor. I frove a 1974 Gillig School Bus and it had an automatic spitter that would spit every time after the compressor stopped. I never had to drain the wet tank. Wish I could find one now.
Nice
I did the same thing with solid fittings
Best thing since sliced bread!
Yep, always drain mine when I'm done.
A good habit to get into for sure!
@@learnsavediy Been doing it for over 55 years. Worked in a col fired power plant, you wouldn't believe how much water can be in the system, I'd open an air valve and it looked like a water line until I blew all the tater out.
Did this years ago to my compressor, I used 1/8" galvanized pipe and fittings.
It’s amazing how little changes like this really make things convenient!
I like the pipe idea better. I move my compressor around quite a bit, so the hose would present some issues dragging on the ground.
Where can it be bought from. I want to get one.
I have a link in the description for the exact on I used but it’s currently out of stock. This one appears to be almost the exact same: amzn.to/3BOuxgg
I galvanized pipe it to a valve and added an old mower muffler to quiet it down.
Free fixes for the win! 🫡
I wanted to do that for years. Then I got an automatic drain valve. It opens every few minutes whenever the compressor is running. Everything is adjustable. I don't have to remember to drain moisture.
Nice!
@learnsavediy I seldom run the air compresser anymore. Don't use pneumatic tools anymore. I need a compresser to blow dust around and to blow water out of the sprinkler system in the fall.
Nice! Thanks!
Thanks for watching!
Currently showing as unavailable at Amazon; but they are showing several alternatives for around $14.00 or so.
This one looks to be almost exactly the same: amzn.to/3BOuxgg
If you click the link. It says that it's currently unavailable. And they don't know when it's going to be back in stock. As of Dec. 17, 2024.
Thanks for the update. Seems to be going in and out of stock with the holidays
@@learnsavediy I guess that I will just have to make my own.
Squirt a bit of WD40 or similar product into the tank when the valve is off. They never completely drain.
I just leave mine open until I use it again
I added that exact same one to mine this summer. One of the smarter things I have done…😂
Right! I love mine. Crazy it’s only $5!!!
Why did you need a wrench to remove the old drain valve? I just hand tighten my drain.
To close? Yes it only needs to be hand tighten but mine was to the point it wouldn’t tighten nicely or enough so I had to use pliers, hence why I replaced it
@@learnsavediy I see.
Did this to mine years ago but still don't use it! So easy to forget.
Try to drain it as much as you can. Rust build up can lead the compressor to failure. Pressurized vessel with weakened walls = no bueno
@ Yes you’re totally right. I do drain it when I think of it.
Amazing that within 3 days the $5 one that you show isn't available and the only ones that are available are 3 times the price
I just checked my link and it shows in stock?
It is not good if it is stored in below freezing temps. I did similar but it froze and broke.
If you’re talking about moisture in the line, just leave it open until you use it. Takes 3 seconds to close the valve
They are no longer $5 on Amazon. They are $14 now. They are 1/2 that price on ebay.....
Prices are always fluctuating, so shop around and see what you can find! They’ve been $5 on Amazon off and on for a few months. Might just need to wait bit longer
If your life is anything like mine, that valve will fail at the very worst time possible. Usually when I gotta be to work and come out to a tire too low to drive on.
I was concerned about it at first especially for the price but I’ve had it for 3 months without issue. I’m a homeowner so I don’t use it daily but I have no complaints.
Hit the link Amazon it's currently unavailable and they don't know if they will ever have it again wow
Give it time, it will come back in stock. Holidays are likely affecting availability
Hmmmm? So there’s a drain down there ?? Cool.
Don’t worry if you forget about it, it will eventually make its own drain from the rust build up 😉
Or, with your compressor off (Cold) with no psi, open drain valve, put small container under it, drain water, run compressor a few seconds if needed, done. I have 2 pancake compressors, been doing this for years. You don't have to drain them at full pressure. Spray lube the draincock from time to time, don't over tighten, done. Free.
I prefer this but thanks for the suggestion!
SPRAY w/ SOAPY water for easier detection of AIR leaks.
Yes indeed
Mine is even more confined than yours, l to should have thought of this!!! Thanks!
Yay for TH-cam!
Apparently no longer available. Nothing at that low price.
It may come back in stock. Here’s a close alternative amzn.to/3BOuxgg but it is $15
Only thing with these is Lowe's wants $25 for about $15 cost of the individual parts.
That’s why I buy a lot of stuff off Amazon if it’s not an emergency. I added lights to our living room and Romex was almost $25 more at Lowe’s. Amazon shipped the same thing to my door for less!
you should have laid the compressor on its back.
My back disagrees
Then water wouldn’t drain
You don't want the oil to run into the cylinder or you'll blow a jug right off
Yep, I'll be adding one also
@@learnsavediy PRICELESS.😂😂😂
Good idea to modify it to make it easier to maintain just as you described. And thanks for mentioning tying it up if moving it. However, you are not depressurizing the compressor - you’re depressurizing the air receiver.
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching
14 bucks.
Give it time, it’ll go back down
FYI No need for the pipe tape on the elbow, Copper fittings don't need tape or dope. Tape or dope is NOT to seal for leaks, that's why there tapered. Tape or dope is so the threads on steel pipe don't gall up as you torque the fittings. IT'S THE TAPPER THREADS THAT SEAL ! Your welcome
Firstly, the kit comes with the fitting pre-taped. Plus it’s a NPT fitting so it DOES need thread sealant.
😂
Did that 30 years ago.
Did mine a few weeks ago.
I put the air compressor outside, in a doghouse (you could use a cabinet) and ran the drain inside the garage.
The dog house is mostly sealed.
th-cam.com/users/shortsnV7BEdRNcoM?feature=share
th-cam.com/video/sLcJZdddtcw/w-d-xo.html
This link isn’t working. I’d love to see it!
Inside:
th-cam.com/users/shortsnV7BEdRNcoM?si=ajy6as_B9CegMJCV
The water drain is the clear tube coiled to the side (now running into a bottle)...yeah, it is PEX. I had some left from my fridge, so it was free!
Outside:
th-cam.com/video/sLcJZdddtcw/w-d-xo.htmlsi=_I9HdLypWYoCmyf5
Not silent, but quiet enough the neighbors don't hate me!
Did that 35 years ago, it's a no brainer .
Yep, work smarter not harder!