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Testror compressor
Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, January 4, 2004 11:00 PM
hey guys just checkin out some air compressors for my airbrush and i was wonderin if anyone out there knows anything about that testors mini compressor "blue ice" or something like that, and costs around 80 bucks. I was just wonderin if anyone out there had some feedback on it,
thanks
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  • From: Harrisburg, PA
Posted by Lufbery on Tuesday, January 6, 2004 8:43 AM
Somebody just posted a review of this compressor within the last week. Do a quick search on this board for "Blue Ice" or "Testors Compressor" and I'm sure you'll find it.

From what I've read, it sounds like a good deal. It's a basic, inexpensive compressor and definitely a step up from the air cans I'm using now. A fellow I correspond with bought one last year and recommended it to me.

I'm saving up for one myself.

Regards,

-Drew

-Drew

Build what you like; like what you build.

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Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, January 6, 2004 9:14 PM
Sorry pest18, I got one just a little while ago...but I haven't had the chance to use it yet. I can tell you that it came highly recommended by my LHS guy.(he's always been straight with me.) When I get it out and use it I'll let you know.
I need to find an inexpensive spray booth first....any body know where?
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Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, January 7, 2004 12:19 AM
Well I posted a link to a review.....

Which can be seen here:
http://www.scalehobby.com/product_reviews_info.php?products_id=2329&reviews_id=14

Hope this helps.
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    July 2003
  • From: Chicago, USA
Posted by MonsterZero on Wednesday, January 7, 2004 1:32 AM
Guys, whatever you do remember this: every time you buy from a dedicated hobby company you'll be overcharged because that's the way it is in the industry. For compressors always check a hardware store or an automotive supply store first!

I do realize Testors advertisements are slick but...
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    March 2003
  • From: Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
Posted by maddafinga on Wednesday, January 7, 2004 8:17 AM
I have one that I got on sale for pretty cheap at Hobby Lobby. It works fine, not too loud. It does tend to get hot, but at the same time, I rarely use it for more than 20 minutes at a time. It pulses also, but the hose takes some of that out. Basically if not for the sale, I'd have saved and gotten a reservoir compressor, but it's tons better than air cans. If you get a good deal, it's worth it, otherwise, save another 40 bucks and get a real compressor.
Madda Trifles make perfection, but perfection is no trifle. -- Leonardo Da Vinci Tact is for those who lack the wit for sarcasm.--maddafinga
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  • From: Harrisburg, PA
Posted by Lufbery on Wednesday, January 7, 2004 8:47 AM
The cheapest I've seen it advertised over the web is around $75 (U.S.). That seems to be a pretty good price.
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http://www.hobbypeople.net/gallery/688800.asp
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That price doesn't include shipping.

Regards,

-Drew

-Drew

Build what you like; like what you build.

  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, January 7, 2004 6:50 PM
thanks for all the help guys! that realy helps me out. thanks again,
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