As much as I like my York, I wouldn't bother installing another one again.
Why? I use my OBA regularly, probably more than my actual air compressor sitting on the work bench.
As much as I like my York, I wouldn't bother installing another one again.
As much as I like my York, I wouldn't bother installing another one again.
Why? I use my OBA regularly, probably more than my actual air compressor sitting on the work bench.
What would you do instead?
No idea. I haven't had to figure that out. But I do know that there are plenty of good options that cost less than a York and are sufficiently quick.
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I just curious why JJvw wouldn't do it again. Your write up on the install was great by the way.
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This is what that Sight Glass looks like once installed.
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What is the adapter and how full do you fill it? What oil do you use?
I shared a link in the previous page, but here it is again.
Oil Sight Glass, 1/2 NPT Hex Head Domed Oil Sight Glass, Brass Bulls Eye Sight Glass Liquid Level Gauge Oil Indicator Window for Air Compressor Gearbox Tank https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DPPJGCJ/?tag=wranglerorg-20
I just make sure there is oil visible at all times. I stop adding oil once I see it halfway.
Just any 10W 40 motor oil. I add some STP oil treatment for some zinc and recommendation from the ORO guys.
I used the Amazon link and ordered the sight glass, but it looks like there’s an adapter fitting as well, correct?
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Ah. Yeah, sorry. You may be able to find it at a hardware store. My local Home Depot didn't have it. You can get it here. Some Yorks may have a different fitting, so make sure this is what you need.
TAISHER 5PCS Brass Pipe Fitting, Reducer Adapter, 3/8-Inch Male Pipe x 1/2-Inch Female Pipe https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08N657TR3/?tag=wranglerorg-20
This is what that Sight Glass looks like once installed.
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Thanks! The sight glass it comes with has been practically useless.
Did the sight glass come with the kit? I’ve got a York system the PO put in, but checking the oil is a bit of work. I’d like to see if I can get the sight glass separately maybe if the port is in the right place.