craftsman gas powered air compressor it will crank build up pressure then supposed to idle down but instead it just dies whats up

[Robert]

**craftsman gas powered air compressor cranks build up pressure then supposed to idle down but instead it just dies

[trader_4]

First suspect is the carb. They get fouled easily, especially if left with fuel in them, fuel with alcohol is worst. You can take it apart and find a rebuild kit on ebay for $5. For $10 you might find a replacement carb.