air compressors

Yes. Clarke: erp! Very cheaply made.

I agree with Don. Clarke stuff varies a bit (I don't think they make it themselves) but you'll usually struggle to find stuff which is more cheaply made. Naturally the kind of compressor you want will depend on what you want to use it for, but be aware that Clarke is regarded as the most el-cheapo of el-cheapo. I can't comment on Erp.

Chris

Could you suggest any decent makes please.

Thanks again

Quincy is the best or among the best. They're pricey if bought new, but don't be afraid to buy a used or surplus Quincy if you can find one.

(Ignoramus, hold your brags unless you're willing to find this guy one. )

Sanborn and Ingersoll make some reasonably good units for home shop use.

I've been very pleased with my American IMC.

I would actually say the same thing you did, word for word. Buy a used good compressor and, if needed, you can do a rebuild job.

Also, I do not think that my compressor is outstanding, it is just a basic good compressor.