*Construction seemed sturdier than other units I considered **MyBest.Tools** Noise level was reasonable. Good pressure and cfm capacity for a small reasonably light compressor.*
*This does exactly what I was wanting **MyBest.Tools** Price was fantastic, lower than Harbor Freight-and it included hose and attachments, and IT IS MADE IN AMERICA, unlike Harbor Freight*
I’ve been struggling looking for a small, yet powerful, compressor for my detailing van to run a tornador and the recovery is a lot better then my 25 gallon tank at the shop! Perfect video, buying on of these now thanks!
Hey Gabe ...Just wanted to say i bought this little monster!!!!..based on this nice little video...Have to say that the compressor is pretty heavy and the noise level is not what Rigid claims!!...But if you are looking for a Beast of performance this is the one!!...and like you said It's a "Game Changer" for me....On a personal note i heard you are doing very well in your Detailing business,...Congratulations and keep up the good work!!!...and here's hoping you will still continue to post some informative videos as always...Wishing you continued success.
That ridgid is pretty awesome. My uncle who is a contractor has used this 5 days a week for the last 3 years and it’s rock solid. Good choice! I’ll keep running my cheap HF until it dies then replace it with a better one 😁. I hope it doesn’t die though because I love it lol.
I killed my little hot dog from HF. I added an additional 7 gallon tank. The run time the compressor had to do to fill its own little 3 gallon + the 7, killed the compressor, haha. I decided that I would just buy the best I could fit on the trailer. Honestly, the rigid is a work horse.
Thank you for the excellent review. I just purchased a Vortex air gun and have tried using it with a Porter Cable 6 gallon pancake compressor. The compressor can not keep up. Would love to see some content using your Vortex with this compressor!
Yup great video…. 2 days too late. But I’ll return the 6 gallon compressor I just bought and get this. 8-10 secs into blowing and pressure was gone. Now I see this is the one I need to use my new Tornador
Thanks for the video. My detailing business just exploded and I need some upgrade tools to get the job done more efficiently. Going to order this now and pick it up tomorrow.
Great video. Good narration. Succinct. To the point. You provided the necessary information in a clear, concise, and informative manner. Your voice was on point with good tone and intonation. Even the music was on point. Awesome video. Thank you for not having a bazillion graphics and requests asking me to subscribe and like.
BTW, I was on the fence and been researching compressors for like 2 weeks... your video just made me go out and buy this one. Id love to get some more information on the other tools you use as well as pick your brain if you don't mind. Don't know the best way to contact you however, though.
@@JaspreetSidhu1 Thanks a lot for this. I wish I had time to make more content like this. I also hate the like & subscribe thing too. Send me an email at gabe@totaldetailingpa.com
Would it be a good buy to buy the compressor from people who sell them apparently rebuilt for $170? (market place) Or would it be better to buy it at Home Depot for $450 with the 5 year warranty?
Thinking about buying this exact compressor for my mobile detailing business. I see you have a wooden platform in the van - I've been thinking about building the same set up for my 4runner. Would this be safe to run in an SUV?
Great video! I was wondering if a Predator 3500 generator (or similarly sized) can power this compressor....especially for startup as I dont think this compressor has soft start.
I need an opinion regarding this compressor. I have for years had the original porter-cable pancake compressor which overall it is managed to get me through most jobs which I use my trim, nail guns, and framing gun on some DIY jobs, but the one time I attempted using it to blow wall and ceiling texture the consistency varied so much with my spraying due to having to quite blowing texture out of the hopper while waiting on the compressor to refill. Even though the working pressure is low with it dropping pressures so quick and restart it is almost impossible to get a smooth consistent blow texture job. I need to try to keep a compressor as portable as possible without getting a huge one and I really seem to like what I have read about this compressor. Regarding your opinion or recommendation, do you think this compressor would help maintain more consistency when doing jobs like blowing texturing small room ceilings and walls (i.e. bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, etc.)? PLease let me know ASAP.! I need to make a decision tomorrow or next day? Thank you!
It depends on how many CFM's that tool is rated for. Do you know off hand what CFM's and operating pressure the tool runs? That can help me to help you.
Cool video brother. For the future though, you should mix the audio more or change your microphone behavior as the sound is largely positioned on the high end. This hurts my ears and gives headaches.
The Tornador tools require 5.2 SCFM's of air according to their website but can be used with lower-volume systems by using their in-line pressure regulator.
Lets say... im in the middle of nowhere building a house and electricity isn't really an option. Would a small generator be enough to power this compressor?
This looks like a great compressor for auto detailing. I'm not a professional, but I read where you shouldn't use too high a PSI with a Tornador gun. Obviously, your using the gun, even though the PSI on this Rigid goes up to 200 or so PSI. Are you using the tank valve some way to regulate the pressure, or are you somehow adjusting the gun to suit the pressure, not to blow out the gun? Any explanation would be appreciated. Marc T.
Hey I have one and I’m new to compressors. I bought the hose and attachments but I can’t get air to come out to air my tire? Do you have any idea?it’s brand new
Do you plan on adding an expansion tank to this? If so, can you upload a video on how you do it? That would be awesome. I’m looking into buying this one, but would like to be able to add a tank since it’s only 4.5 gal.
It would need to be a 200PSI capable tank. You simply remove the 3/8 knob valve on one of the Rigid tanks, attach a hose, connect it to an add on tank. Legit that simple. It can't be a 125 or 150psi tank, as the valve included with those tanks would trip their emergency bleed feature at 125/150 psi, thus just making the compressor run and run and the system would just leak air. www.toolnut.com/rolair-airkegplus-auxiliary-10-gallon-compressor-tank.html
At bare minimum 4000w BUT realistically, you should want something with at LEAST 6k running watts. Personally, you should buy the largest generator that you can. I carry a predator 8750.
Hello i dont have generator i use customers electricity for detailing would this air compressor blow breakers? am just scare of blowing breakers at customers house
Appreciate all the details man. I know you touched on this a bit, but do you find that you can use the tornador/similar product for a decent amount of time before you start losing pressure/air power?
@@TotalDetailing do you find the extra cfm to be worth the extra cost compared to the other rigid for $99 at 2.6 cfm. I didn’t realize they both are 77db.
So this compressor produces enough air for it to run a vortex endlessly, even while it is running. It takes a good 2-3 minutes for it to build back to 200psi.
I see at Harbor Freight the "FORTRESS 4 Gallon 200 PSI" air compressor that outputs 4 SCFM that's available for $199 (in my area at least). Can anyone confirm if this would be a more "budget" replacement?
@@98f5 I appreciate the insight. In the future I think I'm just gonna go with the Rigid tool. I'm actually heading to HF to return a tool today, think I'll stay away from them for anything that would be used for my business. Buy once cry once!
It should be noted that this is a 120.l volt, 14.5 amp machine. If your outlet is not beefy enough, you can expect blown breakers. I own this air compressor, and love it; however, you need to be aware of its power needs. If you use your client’s electricity, be prepared for them to come out to you complaining about a breaker. I use a 3500w generator.
It operates on a standard 110v 15* circuit but only if that circuit isnt seeing other major utilization. I don't know the wattage. You'll need at least a 6k generator to run this and other tools comfortably.
*Construction seemed sturdier than other units I considered **MyBest.Tools** Noise level was reasonable. Good pressure and cfm capacity for a small reasonably light compressor.*
*This does exactly what I was wanting **MyBest.Tools** Price was fantastic, lower than Harbor Freight-and it included hose and attachments, and IT IS MADE IN AMERICA, unlike Harbor Freight*
I’ve been struggling looking for a small, yet powerful, compressor for my detailing van to run a tornador and the recovery is a lot better then my 25 gallon tank at the shop! Perfect video, buying on of these now thanks!
Any luck? I'm hunting for one right now
Dude! That was awesome! Now I need to get one!!!
Hey Gabe ...Just wanted to say i bought this little monster!!!!..based on this nice little video...Have to say that the compressor is pretty heavy and the noise level is not what Rigid claims!!...But if you are looking for a Beast of performance this is the one!!...and like you said It's a "Game Changer" for me....On a personal note i heard you are doing very well in your Detailing business,...Congratulations and keep up the good work!!!...and here's hoping you will still continue to post some informative videos as always...Wishing you continued success.
Right as I’m starting to compare compressors this video pops up. Now I’m pretty sure I know what compressor I’ll be getting
That ridgid is pretty awesome. My uncle who is a contractor has used this 5 days a week for the last 3 years and it’s rock solid. Good choice! I’ll keep running my cheap HF until it dies then replace it with a better one 😁. I hope it doesn’t die though because I love it lol.
I killed my little hot dog from HF. I added an additional 7 gallon tank. The run time the compressor had to do to fill its own little 3 gallon + the 7, killed the compressor, haha. I decided that I would just buy the best I could fit on the trailer. Honestly, the rigid is a work horse.
Thank you for the excellent review. I just purchased a Vortex air gun and have tried using it with a Porter Cable 6 gallon pancake compressor. The compressor can not keep up. Would love to see some content using your Vortex with this compressor!
I have a 150 psi hot dog compressor but after seeing this, I'm headed to home depot in the morning and getting this one as an upgrade
Yup great video…. 2 days too late. But I’ll return the 6 gallon compressor I just bought and get this. 8-10 secs into blowing and pressure was gone. Now I see this is the one I need to use my new Tornador
how's it coming with usage time before refill?? thanks!
Thanks for the video. My detailing business just exploded and I need some upgrade tools to get the job done more efficiently. Going to order this now and pick it up tomorrow.
Great info video! This compressor sounds like it would be perfect for me
Hi, was looking for the air hose link in the description. Witch one are you using right now? Any link? Thanks
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A sound test and seeing the decibels it produces would have been nice to see.
It's definitely not quiet. That's for sure. Haha.
Great video. Good narration. Succinct. To the point. You provided the necessary information in a clear, concise, and informative manner. Your voice was on point with good tone and intonation. Even the music was on point. Awesome video. Thank you for not having a bazillion graphics and requests asking me to subscribe and like.
BTW, I was on the fence and been researching compressors for like 2 weeks... your video just made me go out and buy this one. Id love to get some more information on the other tools you use as well as pick your brain if you don't mind. Don't know the best way to contact you however, though.
@@JaspreetSidhu1 Thanks a lot for this. I wish I had time to make more content like this. I also hate the like & subscribe thing too.
Send me an email at gabe@totaldetailingpa.com
Would it be a good buy to buy the compressor from people who sell them apparently rebuilt for $170? (market place)
Or would it be better to buy it at Home Depot for $450 with the 5 year warranty?
you mentioned being able to add another tank do you have a link of where i can get one
Thinking about buying this exact compressor for my mobile detailing business. I see you have a wooden platform in the van - I've been thinking about building the same set up for my 4runner. Would this be safe to run in an SUV?
I don't see why it wouldnt. Its electric powered.
Which is better this one or Dewalt 4.5 G D55146? I need the best they have same specs
Great video! I was wondering if a Predator 3500 generator (or similarly sized) can power this compressor....especially for startup as I dont think this compressor has soft start.
I would say you should be aiming for a 5000 or better.
What size generator would you recommend to run this in a mobile detail setup?
I need an opinion regarding this compressor. I have for years had the original porter-cable pancake compressor which overall it is managed to get me through most jobs which I use my trim, nail guns, and framing gun on some DIY jobs, but the one time I attempted using it to blow wall and ceiling texture the consistency varied so much with my spraying due to having to quite blowing texture out of the hopper while waiting on the compressor to refill. Even though the working pressure is low with it dropping pressures so quick and restart it is almost impossible to get a smooth consistent blow texture job. I need to try to keep a compressor as portable as possible without getting a huge one and I really seem to like what I have read about this compressor.
Regarding your opinion or recommendation, do you think this compressor would help maintain more consistency when doing jobs like blowing texturing small room ceilings and walls (i.e. bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, etc.)? PLease let me know ASAP.! I need to make a decision tomorrow or next day? Thank you!
It depends on how many CFM's that tool is rated for. Do you know off hand what CFM's and operating pressure the tool runs? That can help me to help you.
Cool video brother.
For the future though, you should mix the audio more or change your microphone behavior as the sound is largely positioned on the high end. This hurts my ears and gives headaches.
How much power does it need? Would it run on 1700 watts?
Thank you for the video, exactly what I was looking for
Awesome description! Good work bro 👍🏼
can this be used for car painting?
The Tornador tools require 5.2 SCFM's of air according to their website but can be used with lower-volume systems by using their in-line pressure regulator.
Are you using an inline pressure regulator with this compressor or not needed because it does the 5 cfm per 90 psi for the tornador?
@@TaminicoleBurke Tornador provides your the pressure regulator. The compressor has its own on-board regulator. I set the compressor to 100psi output.
Lets say... im in the middle of nowhere building a house and electricity isn't really an option.
Would a small generator be enough to power this compressor?
This looks like a great compressor for auto detailing. I'm not a professional, but I read where you shouldn't use too high a PSI with a Tornador gun. Obviously, your using the gun, even though the PSI on this Rigid goes up to 200 or so PSI. Are you using the tank valve some way to regulate the pressure, or are you somehow adjusting the gun to suit the pressure, not to blow out the gun? Any explanation would be appreciated. Marc T.
All air compressors have an output pressure regulator, this one included. It is dialed back to 100-125
@@TotalDetailing ok that’s exactly what I needed to know cuz my tornador can’t handle high psi and I need a new compressor thanks for this vid
Great video. Where would I hook up the air keg to the ridged? I tried looking at other videos to see the set up.
To add more space to the system? You would need to use one of the drain valve holes on the bottom of the tanks
3/8' or 1/4 hose? Which one works best with the tornador blow gun
3/8
Hey I have one and I’m new to compressors. I bought the hose and attachments but I can’t get air to come out to air my tire? Do you have any idea?it’s brand new
Nevermind I just saw where you recommended a 5000 watt
Do you plan on adding an expansion tank to this? If so, can you upload a video on how you do it? That would be awesome. I’m looking into buying this one, but would like to be able to add a tank since it’s only 4.5 gal.
It would need to be a 200PSI capable tank. You simply remove the 3/8 knob valve on one of the Rigid tanks, attach a hose, connect it to an add on tank. Legit that simple. It can't be a 125 or 150psi tank, as the valve included with those tanks would trip their emergency bleed feature at 125/150 psi, thus just making the compressor run and run and the system would just leak air. www.toolnut.com/rolair-airkegplus-auxiliary-10-gallon-compressor-tank.html
What type of generator would you need to run this on for a completely mobile setup? Thanks for your help!
At bare minimum 4000w BUT realistically, you should want something with at LEAST 6k running watts. Personally, you should buy the largest generator that you can. I carry a predator 8750.
I got the 4.0 scfm Metoba 6gal. 200psi. I'll report back if it doesn't work with the tornador
Hello i dont have generator i use customers electricity for detailing would this air compressor blow breakers? am just scare of blowing breakers at customers house
Appreciate all the details man. I know you touched on this a bit, but do you find that you can use the tornador/similar product for a decent amount of time before you start losing pressure/air power?
I know I can run the vortex tool endlessly. It makes almost double it's required air power per second.
@@TotalDetailing Perfect, gonna pick one of these up along with the tornadoes. Appreciate the advice man👍🏼
I know I'm late here but can this be used to run a paint gun for medium to small projects?
I dont see why not.
I just got mines today. Am I crazy or is this thing not quiet at all ?
No it's deff not super quiet.
@@TotalDetailing do you find the extra cfm to be worth the extra cost compared to the other rigid for $99 at 2.6 cfm. I didn’t realize they both are 77db.
@@Skdjiejxuje yes. Runs longer, and you can use it while it's running. It essentially makes an endless amount of air.
How Long does it take to build pressure back up when it kicks in
So this compressor produces enough air for it to run a vortex endlessly, even while it is running. It takes a good 2-3 minutes for it to build back to 200psi.
@@TotalDetailing cool I’m looking for a portable unit for duct cleaning
Great tire inflator
How does this compare to the central pneumatic 10 gallon 125PSI air compressor that can run the tornador at 5.2 CFM?
It should do the job but the amount of run time that a HF compressor on their economy brand is likely really low.
Can this be used with a lvlp gun to paint cars
Is the tanks aluminum?
Thank you 👌🏻
Do you ever have issues with space to park at customers houses having a trailer and truck?
I do and apartments but somehow always make it work
Do you still recommend this? I’m worried about the low gal tank
Listen to the whole thing. It makes 3x what the vortex needs to run, per second. Yes.
Ok it’s either this or the Makita
New subscriber , neat explanation man we have the same car
I just got a 2.5hp compressor 25L should I get a second compressor or an air tank to put in line? got a tool that says need 48L tank
Can you drop a link to the compressor?
@@TotalDetailing www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UK-Ultra-Quiet-Oil-Free-25-Litre-2-5HP-8CFM-Steel-Tank-Air-Compressor-60dB-25L/173916987757
Does anyone know what the purple tool is he used at the beginning?
That is a detail spray gun from harbor freight
So is this good for a tornador
It should be fine, pending you get the inline pressure regulator with your unit.
What is is an inline pressure regulator I have never baught an air compressor
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I see at Harbor Freight the "FORTRESS 4 Gallon 200 PSI" air compressor that outputs 4 SCFM that's available for $199 (in my area at least). Can anyone confirm if this would be a more "budget" replacement?
@@Twiztid_Metal I would say you would be pretty good there.
s at 40psi
@@98f5 I appreciate the insight. In the future I think I'm just gonna go with the Rigid tool. I'm actually heading to HF to return a tool today, think I'll stay away from them for anything that would be used for my business. Buy once cry once!
It should be noted that this is a 120.l volt, 14.5 amp machine. If your outlet is not beefy enough, you can expect blown breakers. I own this air compressor, and love it; however, you need to be aware of its power needs. If you use your client’s electricity, be prepared for them to come out to you complaining about a breaker. I use a 3500w generator.
I have champion 3000/3500.would this work?
👍🏾
Anyone know if this will run on a Honda eu2000i?
@JOSE HURTADO my buddy has one and said it would. I got the older brother to this and it also works. Tanks have to be empty before start.
it costs 400$ now
I have a really stup*d question....
How many watts is this thing?
It operates on a standard 110v 15* circuit but only if that circuit isnt seeing other major utilization. I don't know the wattage. You'll need at least a 6k generator to run this and other tools comfortably.
That’s not a low cost hahah
-$300 for a compact compressor that has amazing output is indeedna low cost. 200psi compressors can often cost double.
Will a 2300 watt generator power up this puppy