thanks Don

I am on hold with the factory as I write. so far the total for the 5hp 3 cylinder 22cfm/175 psi, shipped to my door is $421 ($280+ $161 Shipping)

All I need now is for the "boss" to give me the OK.

A couple of questions for you-
How does yours hold up to a sandblaster?
Do you have the unloaders so the motor runs all the time?
do you run it at 175 or lower?
what size tank do you have?
I currently have a 60 and a 40 in parallel. I think that should be enough volume don't you.
John