On 20 Dec 2006 05:20:27 -0800, "keyridge" wrote:

I have a 6.5 HP compressor and looking at purchasing some air tools,
i.e. ROS. I understand the lack of moving parts for the air ROS has a
longer shelf life. Are there other advantages/ disadvantages of air vs.
power tools? Do any of you use air ROS for woodworking? Any recommended
air tool manufacturers for woodworkers? Primarily wood but may use it
on occasion for auto.

I saw no mention of my biggest concern - the godawful noise most rotary tools
make. I worked in a machine shop where air connections were more plentiful than
electric outlets, so we used air tools for maintenance and repair work, dragging
the "big fat hose" around the machinery. Even in a noisy environment such as a
machine shop, we, and all the operators, screamed bloody murder whenever we used
a drill, die grinder or sander out on the floor.
You guys know what tire and muffler shops sound like, don't you?