Your demonstration and instructions were awesome. I never did anything like this before and you made it very clear. It took me longer than your 8 and half minutes but its done. Keep posting. I may need you again someday for something else. Soooo clear and a very calm and welcoming voice.

Excellent walkthrough. A couple of notes for others taking on this project: 1) It's going to take a long T20 to get to the screws through the long shaft. You may have to buy a special extension, or a long T20 bit. 2) You may have bought a pressure switch kit that does not include a new hose and new clamps. You can reuse the old hose, but make sure you've got replacement hose clamps before you start, because the old ones will be cut off and can't be reused.

This video was an excellent guide for someone unfamiliar with the inner workings of a compressor. It was comprehensive and easy to follow. Well done!

Excellent video, a big improvement on the instructions which came with the switch. It does gloss over the special tools you will need: in addition to a #2 or #3 Phillips, you'll need a T10 Torx to remove the manifold cover, and a T20 for several screws. The T20 needs to be long - at least 4-1/4" clear from the tip to the handle or socket, and the T10 needs to be 1-1/4" minimum. I tried to use a short Torx bit with a bit extender, but the access tunnels to the screws are very small, and my bit extender would not fit into them. The end nipper mentioned is also essential if you use the typical crimp-type hose clamp. Thank you!

THANK YOU ! I could not have done this from the directions that were included with the pressure switch. Your video made this an easy job! Thanks for making such a clear, concise step by step video!

Just finished replacing the pressure switch on my compressor, great instructions, you need a T20 and a T10 screwdriver Torx, The T20 need to reach deep for one of the screws and the T10 is for the manifold cover.

My Porter Cable C2002 was blowing the pressure relief valve at 150psi before it was shutting off. I thought it was the pressure relief valve so I bought a new one (Amazon) and replaced it following this video. Well... that didn't fix the issue. I did a little more digging and found out that the relief valve isn't supposed to blow until 167 psi (spec etched into the valve). I removed the valve, cleaned with solvent, oiled it up good, and reinstalled. That was it. So anyone who has this model compressor and the PRV is blowing before it shuts off, check for a faulty PRV before just going out and buying a new pressure switch. Amazon)

Great job, You saved me time and money! The screw for the regulator cover is a torx 10, the others are T-20 and your going to need a loooong one get one of them out.

Excellent video. I managed to reach the deep set screw by putting my T20 screwdriver in a vice and tapping the handle as if I were removing it. At a point just before the handle came off I stopped tapping it. It lengthened the T20 just enough to reach the screw. The instructions that came with the part are worthless IMHO. The video got me thru it. Fast shipping too!! Happy camper here…

This worked! And it didn't take me much longer than it took in the video. i did have to run up to Harbor Freight to get a Torx 20 long enough for the recessed housing screw. This saved my Porter Cable from the land fill!

Perfect. Mine just started doing this (running until the release value would blow). So happy I can fix it because I really like that compressor! Thank you!

I wish all DIY videos were produced like this

Really good and clear instructions, nicely delivered. Thank you. Now, if I could only find the appropriate kit...

Hello. I have a question: there are two clocks on this compressor, what clock should I check when the pressure switch doesn't work? At what level should I turn it off?

Very helpful. Two observations... 1) You can determine if you need to cut the hose as well as the length to cut by simply comparing the new hose to the old hose prior to reassembly. 2) Every time I need to replace a part on something, the part that I need to replace is the thing that came down the assembly line first and the rest of the G-D product was built around it. While this isn't a complex repair (once you see how it's done), it does follow that rule. If I had to replace the handle I guarantee that I would have had to remove the frick'n pressure switch to get to it.

I bought a 2-pack of these pressure switches on Amazon this week for $13.90. Just search Amazon for "Air Pressure Switch 150 PSI Pressure Switch 120 PSI Pressure Switch Air Compressor" and it will come up. Can't beat that price; It leaves me with a spare switch in case it fails again, and 2-day shipping was free with Amazon Prime. These two switches don't come with an air hose, so reuse your existing hose. It is not necessary to remove your hose from the manifold at all. You can remove the hose from the old pressure switch by working within the confines of the housing. Slide the housing all the way back to the manifold to get as much working room as possible. I used a couple of small flat blade screwdrivers to spread the hoky hose clamp open. That way you don't damage the hose end by bending the hose clamp back and forth. Then i replaced the clamp with a real screw hose clamp. Easy job, took about an hour and 20 minutes. Thank you for the instructions, they were easy to follow!

Great video thanks for the help. This fixed mine. My only criticism would be maybe you could’ve mentioned the different size torx tools needed. I had to buy them once I got into it but otherwise great explanation on everything.

Great video! Easy to understand, made the job of replacing the pressure switch Easy. Thank You.

Thanks for the vIdeo. Helped me fix my air compressor. You did a great job explaining the process step by step. Great video!

Por eso me encanta el internet, no sabía cómo cambiar esa pieza, gracias infinitas!!!

Thank you very much. I just followed step by step and hurrey, issue is resolved.

Excellent instructional video. It would be extremely helpful to state the type and size of fastener heads in the video. IE, remove the manifold cover by loosening the screw with a 1/16th inch hex key.

Excellent instructions, worked like a charm !

Good tutorial! Exactly what I needed to make the repair. Thanks.

Great video! Back to a quiet-ish workshop!

Muy buen video. Gracias!! Realmente me guió paso a paso.

Greatly appreciate the information. Detailed but easy to follow instructions. I'm ordering the pressure switch now from Amazon. I'll let you all know how it goes. Thanks.

Excellent "How to" video. Thanks!

Excellent video. I followed the video and it now works normally again. Much appreciated. Would help if they mentioned you need Torx and mini-torx for the screws except for two large Phillips and one flathead screw. Also, if you order just a pressure switch, mine did not have the tube attached and I had to use very small hose clamps on the tubing. Pretty easy fix.

This was a very well done video. Thank you.

Ordered the part. Worked like a charm!!!

Would be nice to know what size torx bit would be needed......

I got same problem like the video. I follow the instructions and i fix mys thanks. Easy and clear to understand

Great video! It made the job easy to do. My compressor works properly once more. Thanks.

I took mine apart about a year ago and finally ordered the part and forgot how it went back in wires ect.... It worked like a champ after install with this video. Thank you.

thank you for you video help me to fix my problem

Thank you for that . I think a bit more could be done to inform your watchers as to the type of TOOLS needed to remove the convoluted array of fastener types . I tried fillips, torques and the Allen wrenches I had available , to no avail . A hack saw finally did it LOL

Is the tool you used a Torx #20? This works for my P&C compressor, unfortunately the driver is not long enough for one of the screws so now I'm stuck. Need to go to Lowe's or Home Depot to buy one like yours I guess.

Nice job, thank-you. Saved me possibly hours...

Thank you for this. I followed the video for the whole process and changed the pressure switch with no problem. Works great. Really appreciate this thorough video!

Thank you very much. The repair was perfect.

Thanks for the confidence. 😉

Beautiful detail. Thank you.

Thank you very much for this video. It was greatly appreciated!!!!

What type of screw is the manifold cover?

Thank you soooo much sir....you save me a lot of pennies

perfect, thank you

Note the regulator cover is T10 and the rest are T20 screws. Once the screws are removed you slide the case to the right and off the brackets. The final 3 screws are all T20 but that bottom Right screw is about 10 inches deep, so a regular screw driver wont reach it. Gonna cost around $50 to get the tools and parts to fix a $99 tool that has an expiration date printed on it for the tank. Probably better to buy a new unit.

This is a great fix-it video. I would add 2 things: o Many of the screws take a Torx T-20 bit with a long (6") shaft or extension because they're deeply recessed. o There are 8 anti vibration rubber "bumpers" - 4 at the stand-off feet (rectangular) + 4 inside the pump housing (square). Make sure all of these are in place as you reassemble, not lying around on your workbench table, or you'll do this job twice, as I did :{

It worked! Thanks for the great video. Like someone mentioned earlier you can get a set of long T-handle Torx at Harbor Freight for only $13. There is a “7SV” and a “6SV” version of this part. Be sure you find the parts-list for your particular model and verify.

NIce job on the video.

My compressor keeps turning on and off . is that an issue due to the pressure sensor?

it looks a little complicated for me. I hate to go buy a new compressor but i cant find a shop to fix this one

Excellent!

"Great Job!"

nice porter cable compresssor pressure

great video. I replaced the bad switch. Put in a new one. No problem. Turned on compressor. Still does not turn off at 150 psi. Other than a bad replacement part, any ideas what else could be wrong?

Thanks Sheldon. There on sale for $99 and I can't see not just getting a new one by now. I did get over 10 years from the last one that broke so I'm good.

Is there a video that goes through all the steps to troubleshoot a compressor that just won't build pressure? Thanks.

great job. This was really informative. I have to replace manifold (plastic disk inside OEM cracked) but got one that is too small though it was supposed to fit. Can you help. Porter Cable 2.6

Any videos on how to replace the plastic motor cooling fan? I was able to remove a broken one, but still have to press on the new one.....

Exelente vídeo y felicitaciones me sirve mucho el vídeo ya que tengo un compresor igualito y quiero aprender mucho de él ya que me salió muy buena máquina .

I ordered the part from you after watching the video. But the compressor still won't cut off. It goes up and up still. Any suggestions?

Thanks for this tutorial. It was helpful and I think I followed it to a T. However when I went to test it it did not shut off at pressure and forced the air bleed to open to reduce pressure. Could it be a bad switch? It's a genuine Porter part. Maybe something with the connections inside got missed? Any suggestions? I did notice that I did not squeeze the clamp tight enough and some air is leaking out but this is fixable. Thanks

What kind of pliers did you use to remove the hose? They curved at the end.

Same exact instructions for the Bostitch pancake compressor. Looks like the same motor. different plastic and different tank is all. This oil less compressor puts my oiled compressor to shame when it’s cold 🥶 outside.

what size bit fits bottom r hole on housing

The screws he is talking about are not visible...are they Phillips head, star, what? What tool does he use? Beats me.

No luck for me, changed the pressure switch as described in this video and it still won't automatically cut off. It gets to 150 psi and stays on and at that point I hear air start coming out of what I guess is some type of safety valve. Anyone have any ideas?

Installed NEW pressure regulator and regulator switch, compressor goes up to 150 psi and will NOT shut off, any idea what I missed or what is wrong?

Great tutorial I replaced my pressure valve but my compressor still won’t turn off

My portercable runs without cutting off. It will not even bump the intake dial to move at all. Won’t fill enough to even move the needle. This air compressor is quite old. I would say it is at least 15 years old. Is it worth fixing or is a new one the best route?

could you tell me if there is a filter on the incoming air side or if they're supposed to be one or should I add one. also my compressor seems like it's starving for electricity when it runs running very sluggish I get 126 when I test the receptacle it has blown breaker a couple times on different receptacles different breakers. this compressor is damn near brand new don't even use a few times. Porter cables on my shit list. any information would help thanks

can i use to inflate 16.9-28 tyre (JCB backhoe loader rear tyre)?

Mine is doing something strange. When it pressures up and turns off it leaks air from what seems like the head. But if I cycle it on and off several times it will hold pressure. I have replaced both head gaskets the tube seal and the drain valve. Is this a pressure switch problem?

Mine was working fine ,aired up a bike tire than quit in the middle of airing up second tire, just quit,its at least 15 years old, porter cable 135psi 6 gallons?? any help appreciated.

When cutting the hose, remember that the pump has to slide sideways to be reattached, so a little extra is a good idea. I almost cut mine too short 🙄

That’s great

How much is the part and is this a good or bad compressor? Right now it's 60 dollars brand new at my local Tractor Supply down from 99 dollars.

how to i replace the air in the tank that you drained in the begining

Where can I buy this part?

what causes the safety valve to go off as the tank is filling

My friend I need some advice my compressor only going to les than 20 psi can you help me out this issue thanks

This is great, but I have a problem. The part is 30 bucks, The compressor is 99 bucks at lowes. Do you know where i can find the part for at most 10 bucks? If not, I'm just buying a new compressor. I mean, WOW a third of the price for the part doesn't seem right to me. Also can the switch it self be repaired or cleaned?

Pay attention and do exactly what he says.

I recently picked up a kobalt compressor and it wasn’t shutting off so I bought a new pressure switch and it is still not shutting off. Can anyone give me a clue of what to look at next. I honestly thought that would be the fix. It just has two white wires so I tried switching them and still no change. The switch I took off was a 120/150 the switch I put on is a 110/145. HELP!!!

I have a slight leak where the hose from the pressure switch meets the manifold. Can I just change tighten the clamp by the manifold or is there a bigger problem existing? If so what would I need to replace? I have a Porter Cable C2002 Type 8. Thanks

Anyone else notice that the yellow wire is going over the motor at 2:30 and under at 6:41?

I have one and it runs fine- it builds up pressure just fine and turns its self off but nothing comes out- what’s up with that ?

where do you order the parts?

I have a 6gl. Craftsman compressor very similar to the one on the video. The problem I have the compressor continues to run until the safety valve opens, i have replaced the safety valve still same issue. I took it a part and tested the pressure switch with a volt meter and did a continuity test and it showed zero. Would that indicate the switch is good or can it be defective, would like your opinion before i order from the eparts store, thank you.

Why can't Porter Cable just put decent parts in when the are manufactured?

which size bit are the screws?

Make sure it's not plugged in.

my air compresor dont stop work...

This guy sounds just like the caller from the Mr. Obvious show....for any Bob & Tom fans.

Would have been good to mention what tools you’re using to do this. Why don’t they just make it so you can use a regular screwdriver? Guess why!

Does it need oil

And how can you change you're oil

Screw all that I’ll buy a new one.