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  1. 09-21-2015, 08:19 AM #21
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    Originally posted by Tik-Tok
    I just hook my compressor to a fitting I installed in the supply line, manually open all the valves, and let it run for a few minutes.

    Paying $75 is ridiculous, lol. It isn't like you need to get ALL the water out of the line, so long as the lines aren't completely filled, then the expansion from the water freezing isn't going to burst anything.
    Agreed on the cost, in fact you can justify to get compressor based on 3-5 years payout just for using it for sprinkler system winterization, and in terms of hookup, I used washer connector to make this hose.
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    how big is your guys' compressor (CFM)? and what psi do you set it at?
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    Last edited by Cos; 12-28-2016 at 02:07 PM.
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    Originally posted by thinmyster
    how big is your guys' compressor (CFM)? and what psi do you set it at?
    8.5cfm, and I keep the psi low, around 40, so I don't wreck the valves.
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    I'd say tank size matters more than CFM in this case. I have a 5 Gallon, I run it at 60 PSI until the air pressure is around 40, then I shut the valve and let pressure build up fully to 125 again and repeat.
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    Just a tip, that brass air hose/hose bib fitting is sold at Hobo Camper Country on Edmonton trail for $9.95 if you don't feel like putting together your own from parts.
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    Last edited by Cos; 12-28-2016 at 02:05 PM.
    Originally posted by adam c

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    Huh, now I wonder if it'll work on my sprinkler. I need it for the RV too, so at least I'm sure it'll work on that.
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    so I have been paying $75 - $150 every year to blow mine out. the guy comes with a compressor trailer. Its fucking huge!. Can these little shit compressors do the job?

    So 40-50 psi? I don't want to fuck up my system.
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    Last edited by Cos; 12-28-2016 at 02:05 PM.
    Originally posted by adam c

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    Originally posted by Cos


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    So I know I need this fitting (female) as mine is connected to my water supply inside. It then has a spout like a normal water hose fitting on the outside before dropping into the ground.

    Where do I get it? Or do I piece it together like Sugar?
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    Last edited by Cos; 12-28-2016 at 02:05 PM.
    Originally posted by adam c

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