Rolair VT20TB Video Review by Reinhold

[Sean7a]

Our very own Davey Poo has a new video up.  Check it out aqui --> http://www.toolnut.com/Rolair_VT20TB_2_HP_Wheeled_Air_Compressor_p/vt20tb.htm

David DOES use a curse word so watch out

We're pretty psyched on this compressor and have been for quite some time.  As always Dave gives his honest opinion on the unit in a pretty long and full run down interview.  Uses everything from a framer to some tiny Grex trim guns.

 

[builderbob]

I was offended by the curse words!  Haha just kidding...I hear much worse walking by middle & high school kids but that's another topic on tomorrows Dr Phil!

Solid review with good info!

I like that this compressor is rated for 100% duty cycles. My Thomas pancake is the same and I just use and use and use it!  Also I'm glad to hear that the oil didn't prove to be a cold weather issue as most oil compressors have cold start issues!

Thanks for the review...keep em coming!

Bob

 

[ericbuggeln]

I just watched your JC10 review also and I like that one better, but I cant seem to kill my PC. You should try to do your reviews in a better lit area, some of the shots had a lot of shadow. It does look kickass though if you have a big crew, Eric

 

[tbellemare]

Nice review, Dave!

When the gun seemed to run out of air, was it the tank or the hose? Did you notice that you were out of air at the tank?

It seemed like you were using a 1/4" hose?

Tom

 

[vwdave]

Thanks guys...

Eric the jc10 is still my go to compressor. Once I got the jc10 I quickly sold my pancake compressor. I want to keep doing the videos in the garage and I'm working on figuring out how to get better lighting for videos in there, without spending to much.

Tom, yes I was using a 1/4" hose, that's what I use constantly out in the field. I never thought about using a larger diameter hose with the framing nailer but I will try that and see if I get better results. I had the vt25big for a few weeks and that beast had no problem keeping up with the framing nailer using a 1/4" hose, but it was to loud and to much compressor for my needs. So I don't know if the low speed motor has a hard time keeping up with the framing nailer when it's constantly fired. I will mess around with a larger hose this weekend.

Dave

 

[ericbuggeln]

Dave, SysLite? Your current lighting shines on your bald spot, ouch! No, really you may want to talk to your electrician about different bulbs. My shop is an all HD set up right now and I would like to convert to something my electrician recommends and re do the whole thing.
I fell in love with  the JC10 after seeing your review so you must be doing something right. I might put my PC compressor on CL under "free with pick up" and speed dial ToolNut for one. I may just give it to Matt, my assistant who you met at JLC.
I got the most extreme Kaizen Ive seen to date, just waiting for the MiniSys II to arrive today and the CXS to arrive Mon before I make any cuts. See you in a week, Eric

 

[bionicus]

Looks like all three Makitas rolaired into one ..

Get it?

You get it.

 

[andvari]

So here's a compressor question -

for all of my tool needs a JC10 would probably work well. I currently have a 2HP 4gal unit that works ok, however it is is too big and loud for what I use it for.

HOWEVER I have a underground sprinkler system that must be blown out every fall so that it doesn't freeze during winter. The air needs of that process dwarf my tool needs. I'm currently paying someone to do that. I wouldn't mind doing it myself.

I'm wondering what you folks would recommend as a compressor for the sprinkler system?

 

[peter halle]

To properly blow out an irrigation system you need a high volume of air for an extended period of time - not necessarily pressure.  Of course all of this will depend on size of zones and pipe size.  I have seen residential irrigation guys drive around with a 30 to 45 gallon tank compressor in the back of a pick up truck along with a generator.  The commercial guys rent a compressor that will handle multiple jack hammers.

You need tank size and volume of air.  You could achieve this thru supplemental storage tanks and then wait for a smaller compressor to fill them up, but if you then have to wait for the refill, then?

My advice - buy for your tool needs and then rent or pay someone to winterize - if you find someone to trust.  

Peter

 

[Sean7a]

Looks like all three Makitas rolaired into one ..

Get it?

You get it.

Hahahah!  Well played