I have a husky air compressor that will only build pressure to 60 psi but the motor keeps running?

Question

My husky air compressor is probably 5 years old. When I turn it on it will only pressurize up to 60 psi but the motor keeps running until I shut it off manually. HELP!!!

Answer 1

It sounds like the intake valves are bad.  They are little spring loaded disc type check valves that are usually located in the top of the compressor head or the intake manifold.  They are inexpensive and easy to replace.  You can usually buy a kit that includes the discs, guides, springs and head gaskets if needed.