We found a Smith compressor in a collapsed garage made from a Model A chassis. Most likely a a do-it yourself type conversion, with the frame shortened, transmission removed and the rear end moved forward, forming a trailer. The condition of the engine is unknown and the history is also unknown. The owner would like to sell it, what do you think would be a fair price for the as is considering the unknowns.
Gordon Smith Compressor
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Frank Miller
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Not worth a whole lot more than a questionable may or may not run Model a motor. They are nice when they are running if you have a use for them. Do not pay more than $100. If you plan to make it usable make sure all needed parts are there. Governor, pilot valve and head. You may want to have whatever is there for a tank inspected before you put pressure to it.
Kurt in NJ
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Start with scrap value, add if complete (unloader,idle back, pressure regulator, governor, special carb limkage), add more if not siezed and hand cranking will make it pump air ( mine will).
The valves in the compressor section are just flat sections of spring, if they break the head gets chewed up quick ---if you can turn it over and it pumps there is a good chance that the valve strips are not damaged.
The valves in the compressor section are just flat sections of spring, if they break the head gets chewed up quick ---if you can turn it over and it pumps there is a good chance that the valve strips are not damaged.
