That was absolutely cool. I really enjoyed the humor as well. The ability to fix things is a dying art. Thanks for posting.

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the feedback

17:39 Probably the most appropriate statement for those of us who like to do it ourselves. Now I know how to reply when asked what torque spec I used. Thanks for posting.

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

I borrowed that from numerous videos.

Very helpful, I got this compressor that has the same issue. Think alot of them be will be returning to the store.

Incredible

If the spring gets weak I wonder if you could put a washer or two in there to give it a bit more push action.

@MotoRestoFL

4 ай бұрын

Spring isn't weak, the threads strip out because of the spring pressure.

So I came across your video because I had the same issue. I thought about attempting your repair but don’t have the knowledge or tools you do. The only thing that concerns me about your repair is I am afraid that since the regulator is aluminum or some other soft alloy the same this will happen again in 2-3 years. I ended up repairing mine with a helicoil. So far it is holding but it’s been only a few days.

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

That’s fine. You’re right it’s cheap Chinesium metal. I thought about that and just greased it heavily. Will have to go back in from time to time and re-grease it.

I followed your repair and fixed my compressor. Very cool. Only problem is I didn't replace the knob. I only have a bolt. I don't have a metal lathe and when I backed the bolt out it unscrewed all the way out. The 5mm screw came out of the end of the bolt. Perhaps CA glue on the screw will stop it from unscrewing. Thanks for the guidance.

@MotoRestoFL

8 ай бұрын

I used blue (non-permanent locking agent, technically) on mine, it's actually a Permatex product. Good dose on that tiny screw does it. My first repair, the screw did back out, the second, it stayed as I used more product. I basically douched the screw in blue. Just did another one for someone and I douched it the same. But super glue would work fine also. If you ever had to take it apart again, heat from a bic lighter or pen torch would soften the glue enough to get it out. Really, that should be a left-hand screw and it would never back out on its own. I'll have to look into that. Cheers.

@longdriver2

8 ай бұрын

I was thinking why not just grind a knob on the end of the bolt like the screw? Oh, by the way I got an email from Kobalt today. They are shipping me a new regulator. Not sure if it's the entire manifold or just the chinieseum part.

@MotoRestoFL

8 ай бұрын

@@longdriver2 I don't understand what you mean by grinding a knob on the end like the screw.

@longdriver2

8 ай бұрын

Instead of drilling the 5mm hole and tapping The 8mm bolt it why not just grind or machine a round end to match the 5mm round head screw? Then it would never back out. Just a thought. I did drill and tap it like you did.

@MotoRestoFL

8 ай бұрын

@@longdriver2 That end needs to be slightly larger than the major diameter of the screw. It's actually a 10mm, not 8mm screw. A bolt converted into a screw, to be technical. This prevents the end from coming through the threads, obviously. I'm still not understanding how the end could be ground or machined to make it larger than it's original major diameter. Material would have to be added, not removed, hence, the screw/washer which is larger than the screw itself. Perhaps I am dense, but I can't understand what you are suggesting.

Great video. I have the same compressor and am on my second regulator. Like the original, it leaks, so I can't leave pressure to the tool port or it runs too frequently, the compressor gets hot and trips the circuit breaker. Absolute garbage.

@MotoRestoFL

3 ай бұрын

I put a small fan atop the compressor, for when it runs a lot. It sure does get hot.

Awesome

Very informative Video. I haven't finished watching yet (@ 22:16 now). After seeing what you've shown so far, I would recommend to install a Helicoil to repair the damaged Female threads in the Alloy piece, reassemble with Wheel Bearing Grease and you're done. As a side note, I wouldn't be fiddling about with releasing pressure each day (which is what caused your premature Regulator Failure), an alternative recommendation is to install a "Ball Valve" before the Hose to lock in Pressure as I have seen a few air hose failure's overnight during my 43+ Year Career as a Professional Wrench (One time in particular that a whipping hose hitting a Car at a Dealership caused a lot of damage). Randy AKA randog311

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

You’re right about the threads I can feel them getting problematic already. That’s on my list. My habit of releasing pressure comes from years in the fire department where we had to do that when we used the cascade system to refill SCBA bottles. It’s to protect the regulator, not the elements downstream. Cheers.

@randymueller2349

Жыл бұрын

@@MotoRestoFL I stumbled upon your wonderful video while trying to decide between the Kobalt Compressor you have or purchasing a Model # 20020 California Air Tools 20 Gallon unit for an additional 176 Dollars from Lowes Online (Ordered the 20020 / expecting delivery on February 27th Monday), your video and many others revealed the Kobalt's Pressure Regulator to be of poor quality and helped me decide not to get the Kobalt. Had I decided to go with the Kobalt I would have opted to build my own Manifold with a Milton Regulator. I've already ordered a pair of Milton S-786 1/4" MNPT "T" Style Couplers which I like much better than the "M" Style Generic Couplers that are included the the California Air Tools Air Compressor 20020. Thanks again for the Video. Randy AKA randog311

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

@@randymueller2349 thanks. Consider subscribing because I am going to do some additional work on this regulator based upon input from a few viewers.

Thanks for this video. Because of you video where you detailed how the regulator was assembled, I was able to take mine apart. Unfortunately, I won't be able to fix it, as the issue with mine is that the small spring in the pressure valve is corroded and has failed. So now I have either full tank pressure to the tool or it leaks until the tank is empty.

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

You need only a spring to make it work? Measure what's left of that one and/or the space it occupies inside the regulator (I don't exactly recall how large it was) and go on amazon. You can most certainly find air compressor/regulator springs or spring kits.

@HARNEX12

11 ай бұрын

Can you please help here? I have no clue how to take it apart and would really like to do that to mine!

@MrGregoryMartin

11 ай бұрын

I took your advice on the spring. I bought an assortment on Amazon, and now it works like a charm!

@MrGregoryMartin

11 ай бұрын

@@HARNEX12 what part are you having difficulty with?

@HARNEX12

11 ай бұрын

@@MrGregoryMartin I cannot figure out how to get the regulator knob off and apart. I tried using pliers on the metal ring but I can't get it unscrewed and it's hard to get anything in between the plastic knob and that metal ring.

Great informative video. I had one question though! By doing this does it help with the pressure drop when using air tools?! I know it drops like 40psi if im not mistaken! Thanks for the video again.

@MotoRestoFL

9 ай бұрын

No. That's a factor of orifice and hose size and supply vs demand. This just fixes Chinese junk metal.

@altini313

9 ай бұрын

@MotoRestoFL I thought so thank you for the response 👍

Kobalt need to put you on payroll contract to fix these for people!!!

@MotoRestoFL

7 ай бұрын

They sure need to do something, seems everyone (including myself) find them impossible to get parts, although to be fair, mine initially crapped out about a month after the extended warranty had expired.

I know it's been awhile, but how would you prevent this? I'm considering purchasing one of these. Should I start by taking the 'regulator knob' out and greasing the end of it? Thanks if you see and respond.

@MotoRestoFL

11 ай бұрын

I see everything. I know nothing. Lol. Seriously, I think you’re spot on. Take it apart and inspect it, grease the thing well. The grease helps but the main issue is the pot metal that the threads are made into. They’re probably not even cut threads, probably molded. If you buy this and I assume it’s used because they’re discontinued to my knowledge, I’d replace that thread with a Time Sert ASAP. If you get to that point and want me to install one, send me the regulator I’ll do it for free labor just the cost of materials and shipping, in exchange, like/share and subscribe, perhaps recruit some friends to do the same. Let me know. motorestofl@gmail.com.

Just ordered on of these, doubt the issue has been addressed by Kobalt? Question, when this assembly fails, does the valve fail open or closed? Just curious as I have a secondary high quality regulator and dryer downstream of the compressor, so I am guessing I really don't have to have a primary regulator assy (unless the manifold leaks air or it fails closed)?

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

Reed valve? It’s a diaphragm under spring pressure and is closed unless the regulator screws into it to open.

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

My apologies I read wrong. The valve fails closed as mentioned below. Spring pressure keeps the valve shut until the screw adjustment pushes against the spring and proportionally opening the valve until opened all the way.

@longdriver2

8 ай бұрын

Closed

Side regulator assembly to bypass the factory one

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

Yes that’s a good idea. If I was to do that I’d build a heat exchanger to cool the compressed air before it hits the tank and eliminate most condensation.

How has your fix help up?

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

Still works. Though I think it needs more attention and perhaps a better repair for long term use. I will get to that when I can, maybe do an update video on it. Cheers.

@mlb6d9

Жыл бұрын

@@MotoRestoFL I contacted the mfr to replace my first one when it started leaking. They said they had made some changes to the new one. Nope - it started leaking as well. Rather than fiddling with it, I'm considering just installing a REAL regulator instead.

It looks like you have the tools there to machine a replacement part.

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

That'd be interesting to try, however, I cannot single-point metric threads on my lathe. It doesn't have the change gear provisions for those and the lead screw is wrong. Guaranteed it's all metric since it's made in China.

" Chinesium" metal. Must be an Asian alloy :)

My piece of shit regulator leaks also.

@MotoRestoFL

Жыл бұрын

The second repair I did in the newer video it works even better, so it is repairable if it isn’t too far gone