Running Vintage 1958 Wayne 2 HP Air Compressor - 240V / 50A Setup for Sale

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Running Vintage 1958 Wayne 2 HP Air Compressor - 240V / 50A Setup For Sale

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Running Vintage 1958 Wayne 2 HP Air Compressor - 240V / 50A Setup:
$600.00

Selling a fantastic, fully operational piece of mid-century American industrial history. This vintage compressor features an original, beautifully weathered Air Co. Compressor Sales Co. logo decal over its genuine blue-green patina.Unlike most vintage units on the market that are seized or broken, this machine runs beautifully. It fires right up, runs smoothly, and builds pressure exactly as it should. It is perfect for a classic car garage, hot rod shop, or industrial-themed workspace.The heavy-duty pressure tank was manufactured by the historic Wayne Pump Co. and features its original, legibly stamped metal ASME specification plate.Tank & Compressor Specs:
Manufacturer: The Wayne Pump Co.Year of Production: 1958National Board / Serial No: 114781Max Working Pressure (MAXWP): 200 PSICertification: ASME Certified (Original U/W Stamps visible Motor & Electrical Specs (Heavy Duty):Motor: Vintage 2 HP Lima Electric Motor (1800 RPM)Power Setup: Commercial-grade 240-Volt / 50-Amp configuration (Runs incredibly efficiently and won\'t bog down).Plug Type: Heavy-duty 3-prong 50A plug (NEMA 10-50 style, common for welders and large shop equipment).Pressure Switch: Premium Square D switch set to automatic cycles (Cuts on at 120 PSI / Shuts off at 150 PSI).Note: Sold as-is. Due to its thick, vintage industrial steel construction, this unit is extremely heavy. Please bring a truck or trailer and adequate help to load it.
Have video to show it running but don’t see an option to upload videos here.