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I run a line from the compressor to the work station then a coiled hose from the ceiling with a hook to hang my gun from along with the coiled hose. Works for me. Bernie likes the coiled hose loose and dragging all over :)
The other stations have coiled hoses also.

Doyle,
  I set our compressor to 85 lbs. We run two or three guns on three lines and it handles it fine. Air staplers seem to work best for us at this setting weather it is hardwood, 1/4" or 9/16" staples they all work well.
  As for repairing guns I don't I just replace them.

When the front "seat" needs to be replaced I add a welt to hand sew to the fabric/denim seam. Maybe this is what your seeing Doyle?

Maybe its a bad motor. Never heard of this issue.

Turn the dial down. You can adjust it even if it clicks. You still will be able to use the pedal for speed control also. Just turn it down and try it at each setting.

Yes there is still some quality built furniture being produced. Not for the masses for sure but high end clients and designers have access to it. As for not upholstering the crap that comes off the mass production lines. you almost have to these days. At least some is put together normally LOL. Some is a challenge and that's cool.

The first time a designer asked for French Pleats on a toss pillow Rose and I looked at each other then looked at her and asked, what's that. Two pleats in each corner that face each other. It makes a pretty neat looking pillow but adds a little extra work.

I call these kiss pleats.

French Seams are not what we assume.
  There has been much discussion on French seams. I was always under the impression a top stitched seam was a french seam. Others call a baseball stitch (two seams) parallel to the main a french seam. I just did a headboard and the client wanted french seams on it. The designer sent me pictures for example. Neither top or baseball are truly french seams. A french seam is basically a small 1/2" or so flange. Look it up and there are YouTube videos showing them.
  I thought I would share this education with you guys and gals.

Machine mechanics are hard to find. When you find a good one keep them happy.

You won't be sorry with a used 206RB machine.

I agree with Chris on the 206RBs if they are older. If your looking at a new machine look hard at a true Juki. No knockoffs just Juki brand. 1541s are great. Make sure you get a compound walker / needle feed. The Juki's are still made in Japan last I knew. That is important.

Don't think you can get 4 out of a yard.

Yes as it was still 90% 4" cushions when I gave mine up. Seeing the days changed so much is cushion thickness I can see how it might collect dust.

That one looks in great shape. I sure miss mine.

 Yes I always said that China is capable of producing whatever the client orders. Cheap crap that is dependent on the $$ or high end high quality work. Just depends on whats ordered.

The thing I like most about plywood, cabinet grade) is that it is very stable. And if joined properly will hold up as well if not better than hard wood. I make my frames from a mix but mostly plywood. I hardly ever use anything but cabinet grade for anything.

Funny thing about hair. Mine turned years ago but when I look in the mirror I still see dirty blond. Knowing it is pretty much all gray LOL. Kinda like feeling like I'm 20 sometimes in the body of an old man.