compressor drain plug

eyauch · 12-04-2008, 06:32 PM

I have a 20 gallon upright compressor (cheap noisy campbell). I try to be diligent and drain the thing after every use from the bottom drain to remove any moisture build up. But seems like every year I strip the drain plug out and need to go find another one.

Anyone have any more permanent fixes for something like this? Or should I not be draining the compressor after every use?

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Hammer · 12-04-2008, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by eyauch

I have a 20 gallon upright compressor (cheap noisy campbell). I try to be diligent and drain the thing after every use from the bottom drain to remove any moisture build up. But seems like every year I strip the drain plug out and need to go find another one.

Anyone have any more permanent fixes for something like this? Or should I not be draining the compressor after every use?
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No need to drain it after every use, unless you are in a very humid environment or it will be setting up for a while.

This is similar to what I did on my big compressor.

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SomeStrangeGuy · 12-04-2008, 06:55 PM

I did the same as hammer (just make sure it's all rated for the tank psi) the only difference is I have mine running into a bubbler so I can drink the rusty goodness anytime I am thirsty.

slickwill · 12-04-2008, 07:20 PM

A little anti-seize compound on the threads would be a simple fix.

Hammer · 12-04-2008, 07:42 PM

Or just remember that they are reverse threads

G-ForceJunkie · 12-05-2008, 12:49 AM

Those petcocks are always a POS, usualy just a sheetmetal handle swedged onto the threaded part. Find a real plumbing store, or someplace like McMaster Carr and they do make ones that are all forged and machined brass. Or go with a ball valve as pictured.

figment · 12-05-2008, 10:12 AM

wow, lots of people doing the same thing! I did it too

SomeStrangeGuy · 12-05-2008, 04:46 PM

group buy!!!

JohnnyDiablo · 12-05-2008, 07:02 PM

Thanks for reminding me that I need to drain that thing this year. Heck it was given to me as it was made in China. Might be time to toss it and buy a new one.

12-04-2008, 06:32 PM	#1
eyauch Join Date: 12-18-2006 Age: 33 Bike(s): 03' zx6rr Posts: 263	compressor drain plug I have a 20 gallon upright compressor (cheap noisy campbell). I try to be diligent and drain the thing after every use from the bottom drain to remove any moisture build up. But seems like every year I strip the drain plug out and need to go find another one. Anyone have any more permanent fixes for something like this? Or should I not be draining the compressor after every use?

12-04-2008, 06:55 PM	#3
SomeStrangeGuy BMW Snob in Training Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Debt, where else? Bike(s): GS / KLR Posts: 4,057	I did the same as hammer (just make sure it's all rated for the tank psi) the only difference is I have mine running into a bubbler so I can drink the rusty goodness anytime I am thirsty. __________________ Come find yourself - GPS Discussion Forums Time is the ultimate currency.

12-04-2008, 07:20 PM	#4
slickwill Paint it Black Join Date: 08-31-2007 Location: Idaho/Iowa Age: 29 Bike(s): XBR1250F4R Posts: 2,507	A little anti-seize compound on the threads would be a simple fix. __________________ If it has wheels, I've crashed it, and some things that don't skis, snowmobile, card board box, giant tube, sentra, dirtbike, lawn tractor, grandmas bread tray, kayak, canoe, raft, bicycle, waterskis, tobaggan, horse, ATV, Now my CBR (women)

12-04-2008, 07:42 PM	#5
Hammer Merry Christmas Join Date: 12-17-2006 Location: Indiana Age: 39 Bike(s): 05 Suzuki 600 Posts: 5,300 Images: 12	Or just remember that they are reverse threads __________________ SOME PEOPLE ARE LIKE SLINKIES. NOT REALLY GOOD FOR ANYTHING BUT THEY BRING A SMILE TO YOUR FACE WHEN PUSHED DOWN THE STAIRS

12-05-2008, 10:12 AM	#7
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12-05-2008, 12:49 AM	#6
G-ForceJunkie Who's driving? Join Date: 12-15-2006 Location: Valencia, CA Bike(s): BMW GS1150 ADV, DRZ400 Posts: 654	Those petcocks are always a POS, usualy just a sheetmetal handle swedged onto the threaded part. Find a real plumbing store, or someplace like McMaster Carr and they do make ones that are all forged and machined brass. Or go with a ball valve as pictured.

12-05-2008, 04:46 PM	#8
SomeStrangeGuy BMW Snob in Training Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Debt, where else? Bike(s): GS / KLR Posts: 4,057	group buy!!! __________________ Come find yourself - GPS Discussion Forums Time is the ultimate currency.

12-05-2008, 07:02 PM	#9
JohnnyDiablo Commuter Express! Join Date: 12-18-2006 Location: Los Angeles Age: 34 Bike(s): 2008 CBR1000RR Posts: 1,017	Thanks for reminding me that I need to drain that thing this year. Heck it was given to me as it was made in China. Might be time to toss it and buy a new one. __________________ "I wont have to worry about putting gas in my car, I won't have to worry about paying my mortgage.. You know, If I help him, he's gonna help me."

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