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NorthStar Wheelbarrow Air Compressor, Gas-Powered Honda GX160 OHV Engine, 8-Gallon Twin Tank, 13.7 CFM @ 90 PSI

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"NorthStar Wheelbarrow Air Compressor, Gas-Powered Honda GX160 OHV Engine, 8-Gallon Twin Tank, 13.7 CFM @ 90 PSI"
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NorthStar Wheelbarrow Air Compressor, Gas-Powered Honda GX160 OHV Engine, 8-Gallon Twin Tank, 13.7 CFM @ 90 PSI

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NorthStar Wheelbarrow Air Compressor, Gas-Powered Honda GX160 OHV Engine, 8-Gallon Twin Tank, 13.7 CFM @ 90 PSI

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  • Honda GX160 OHV engine with low oil shutdown
  • Full cast iron pump for long service life
  • V-style cylinder design for superior cooling
  • Pump head made of FC35 Grade cast iron
  • Floating-type Swedish steel valves deliver much longer valve life

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Product Summary

The NorthStar Wheelbarrow Air Compressor is an 8-Gallon Twin Tank gas-powered portable air compressor engineered for longevity and heavy-duty work on the jobsite. The belt-driven full cast iron single-stage pump features a V-type cylinder design for superior cooling. Low Vibration Technology (LVT) offers smooth operation and floating-type Swedish steel valves for long valve life. The crankshaft has bearings on both ends for excellent support. Powered by a Honda GX160 OHV gasoline engine for reliable performance.

What's Included

    (1) 8-gallon twin tank gas-powered portable air compressor

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RUGGED CONSTRUCTION

The heavy-duty cast iron flywheel and one-piece crankcase provide both stability and SUPERIOR CRANKSHAFT SUPPORT, ensuring relentless performance


ENGINE EXCELLENCE

The Honda GX160 engine, renowned for its reliability, incorporates a low oil shutdown feature safeguarding against potential damage, ensuring long-term operation


COOL UNDER PRESSURE

Its V-STYLE CYLINDER layout not only enhances cooling but significantly extends the compressor’s life by PREVENTING OVERHEATING


EFFICIENCY REDEFINED

Engineered to OPERATE AT REDUCED RPM, this design criterion allows for a cooler, more efficient performance extending the machine’s lifespan


HARMONIOUS OPERATION

Featuring Low Vibration Technology, the compressor operates with UNPRECEDENTED SMOOTHNESS, thanks to a dynamically balanced pump

Features + Benefits

  • Honda GX160 OHV engine with low oil shutdown
  • Full cast iron pump for long service life
  • V-style cylinder design for superior cooling
  • Pump head made of FC35 Grade cast iron
  • Floating-type Swedish steel valves deliver much longer valve life
  • Operates at slower RPM to run cooler and last longer
  • Low Vibration Technology (LVT) features a dynamically balanced pump for smooth operation and long life
  • 1-piece cast iron crankcase has bearings on both ends of crankshaft for superior crankshaft support, not overhung crankshaft design
  • 100% duty cycle
  • Delivers 13.7 CFM @ 90 PSI, 13.5 CFM @ 130 PSI
  • 130 max. PSI
  • Oversized flywheel for cooler operation
  • Heavy cast iron flywheel provides extra momentum
  • Step-type piston rings ensure piston ring overlap for better compression
  • Sight glass for quick viewing of oil level
  • Replaceable crank journals and wrist pin journal/needle bearings
  • 2-piece connecting rods can be rebuilt for superior serviceability
  • High-pressure piston wrist pins have needle bearings
  • Easy start lever on unloader valve isolates pump from tank pressure, so engine won't have to start under load
  • Durable steel belt guard

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

459212

Brand

NorthStar

Manufacturer's Warranty

4 year limited warranty

Ship Weight

187.0 LB

Air Tank Size

8 Gal

Engine Brand

Honda

CFM at 90 PSI

13.7

Max. PSI

130

Stage

1

Duty Cycle

100 %

Fuel Capacity

0.825 Gal

Engine Displacement

160 cc
AttributeSpecification

Engine Start Type

Recoil

Pump Material

Cast Iron

Air Outlet Size

1/4 in. NPT

CFM at 40 PSI

14.6

Oil Required

Yes

Low Oil Shutdown

Yes

After Cooler Included

Yes

Drain Type

Manual

Tank Orientation

Horizontal

Product Weight

184.0000 lb

Dimensions L x W x H (in.)

42.0 x 18.0 x 25.0 in

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  1. Hvlp spraygun compatiable

    Will this be able to keep up with a spray gun using 13cfm@40psi for doing bumper repairs

    1. Yep

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    2. The compressor has 100% duty cycle. It would be able to keep up with 13 CFM at 40 PSI.

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  2. will this blow out a residential sprinkler system

    1 answer

    1. Please check the recommended pressure (PSI) and flow (CFM) for blowing out your sprinkler system. This air compressor produces up to 13.7 CFM at 90 PSI.

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  3. I need to replace the engine on mine. What size shaft is on the stock GX160?

    1 answer

    1. The engine has a 3/4" x 2-7/16" shaft. Item 6059 is the appropriate replacement engine for this air compressor.

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  4. Will this compresser bust 18 wheeler lugs

    1 answer

    1. Typically 450-500 ft.-lbs. is required to bust an 18-wheeler's lug nuts. The torque delivery will depend on the air tool being used to remove the lug nuts and its consumption requirements. This air compressor can deliver up to 13.7 CFM at 90 PSI and 14.6 CFM at 40 PSI.

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  5. What is the belt size?

    1 answer

    1. This compressor has an A54 V-belt. The belt is 56" long x 1/2" wide. The replacement A54 belt, part #780833, is available through our sister company, Jacks Small Engines. Please visit www.JacksSmallEngines.com for pricing and availability.

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  6. What is the type and qty of oil required for the compressor? Unit is a Honda with twin tank with seemingly a single cylinder 

    1 answer

    1. The pump on this compressor will be shipped with oil, however it will need to be checked prior to use. It requires SAE 30 non-detergent oil such as our item #4043. The pump oil capacity is 15.6 ounces.

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  7. I need to run an air snake to clean dryer vents; those snakes need a 200 psi continuous pressure. Would I be able to regulate it or what would you recommend?

    1 answer

    1. This has a max pressure of 130 PSI. We currently do not offer a portable or stationary air compressor that can provide a pressure of 200 PSI.

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  8. Can this compressor run more than one air line?

    1 answer

    1. A splitter can be used to run more than one air line. Air pressure and air flow would drop depending on what you have connected. We currently do not offer a splitter that fits the 1/4" NPT outlet on this air compressor.

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  9. Does this compressor idle down automatically when pressure limit is reached?

    1 answer

    1. The air compressor would idle down when the pressure limit is reached.

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  10. does this unit have electric start?

    1 answer

    1. This unit is recoil start only.

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