according to my pressure gauge I can't get any thing to register before it bogs down
If your compressor is "bogging" down under a load then in my experience when my compresors do that it indicates the motor is wired incorrectly. May not be your problem but just my $0.02.
Also I noticed even with my pop-off valve tightened all the way down it still leaks some air and I can blow through it with my mouth fairly easy
If your pressure relief always leaks it is possible the O ring is cracked or broke. Check it.
