A/C Compressor turned Air Compressor

Kiff · 04-20-2007, 10:55 AM

So my A/C doesnt work anymore. I am running a 5gal air tank on board right now, but was thinking, I've heard of people converting their A/C compressors into air compressor. Anyone have any info on this?

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jriebe · 04-20-2007, 10:59 AM

here is a link I found on google. hope it helps.

Jon

http://www.offroaders.com/info/tech-...nboard-air.htm

EUROJulian · 04-20-2007, 04:38 PM

AC compressor is lubricated by oil fluctuating in AC the system. So it will die rather quickly....

You need dedicated air compressor.

Robrt32 · 04-21-2007, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by EUROJulian

AC compressor is lubricated by oil fluctuating in AC the system. So it will die rather quickly....

You need dedicated air compressor.

You would think , but it won't.. I know of 1 thats been in a shop for years now, It's well used and still works perfectly...Which its a Ford Compresor so i dunno, that may be better for this sort of thing

EUROJulian · 04-22-2007, 06:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Robrt32

...Which its a Ford Compresor so i dunno, that may be better for this sort of thing

Ford compressor? Do not know much bout fords, I just remember some ancient US designs had actually AC compressors with piston and crank, just like air comperssors.
Denso compressors are "swash" plate multipiston design and they will die with no lube easly.

ovrrdrive · 04-22-2007, 07:15 AM

http://www.jedi.com/obiwan/jeep/yorkair.html
http://www.rockcrawler.com/techrepor...art1/index.htm

I used to have a better link but I can't find it now...

You want a York.

nieuwendyk-25 · 04-22-2007, 07:28 AM

I have seen it done on a lot of Jeeps, and the York compressor is definitely the way to go. 4WD hardware actually has a kit for this. I saw one guy who used his roll bar as a tank!

Good luck!!

Robrt32 · 04-22-2007, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EUROJulian

Ford compressor? Do not know much bout fords, I just remember some ancient US designs had actually AC compressors with piston and crank, just like air comperssors.
Denso compressors are "swash" plate multipiston design and they will die with no lube easly.

Using the Ford AC compressor might be a little too redneck for this board but it works great, I promise ya, I have seen and used them for years

hosh · 07-17-2007, 12:53 PM

i think the "ford" compressor is actually a york

nieuwendyk-25 · 07-17-2007, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by hosh

i think the "ford" compressor is actually a york

That is correct, they were used in a lot of vehicles. Fords and Jeeps I know for sure.

TomThumb · 07-17-2007, 07:38 PM

York is the only way to go. Preferably, a york 210 model. Usually found on older Volvo's. they can flow like 10 cfm and the oiling system is self contained, if i remember correctly you can just use 10 w 30 engine oil. Lots of people have done this on jeeps but i would really like to do this on my 91 ext pickup 22RE. here is a link with a lot of info and specializing in custom kits and accessories for onboard air with a York compressor. Even sell new compressors. Hope this helps some.

hosh · 07-18-2007, 06:23 AM

the york 210 refers to 10 in? displacement per stroke 206 = 6in?, 209 = 9in?

there are 1728 in? in a ft?. so multiply displacment by rpm and then divide by 1728 get cfm
york 210
3000 rpm * 10 = 30000/1728 = 17.36 cfm
1500 * 10 = 15000/1728 = 8.68 cfm
york 206
3000 * 6 = 18000/1728 = 10.42
1500 * 6 = 9000/1728 = 5.2 still more than any electric onboard compressor and more than some garage compressors.

They can be ran up to 6000 rpm but i wouldn't suggest it for extended periods. And yes 10w30 is fine for oiling.

they can also produce quite a bit of pressure so you need a cutoff switch and blow off valve.

I can get used york compressors. I mostly see 206's and 210's.

If anyone is interested let me know.

hosh · 07-18-2007, 06:24 AM

sorry about the ? on my screen it was a small 3 for cubed

wardriver · 08-15-2007, 06:59 PM

I fabbed up one of these on my FJ40 and ran it into a fireman's tank. It worked great. If you are still looking for pointers let me know.

I'd stay away from putting compressed air into anything that might get cracked. (Roll bar or bumpers especially) I'd also keep the tank not pressurized while not in use. Hate to get in a wreck and shoot that guy off like a rocket.

04-20-2007, 10:59 AM	#2 (permalink)
jriebe Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 136	here is a link I found on google. hope it helps. Jon http://www.offroaders.com/info/tech-...nboard-air.htm __________________ 'In God we trust, all others we monitor, and if we had God's frequency, we'd monitor him too." Radio Reconnaissance Platoon, 2nd Radio Bn, II MEF, MCB Camp Lejeune, NC

04-20-2007, 04:38 PM	#3 (permalink)
EUROJulian Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Miama, EUA (Estados Unidos Americanos) Posts: 88	AC compressor is lubricated by oil fluctuating in AC the system. So it will die rather quickly.... You need dedicated air compressor. __________________ Pan Samochodzik My truck here:http://www.yotatech.com/showthread.php?t=112027

04-22-2007, 07:15 AM	#6 (permalink)
ovrrdrive Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 1,775	http://www.jedi.com/obiwan/jeep/yorkair.html http://www.rockcrawler.com/techrepor...art1/index.htm I used to have a better link but I can't find it now... You want a York. __________________ '95 xcab - SOLD '03 4runner V8 SR5 completely stock

04-22-2007, 07:28 AM	#7 (permalink)
nieuwendyk-25 Contributing Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: The Republic Texas Posts: 872	I have seen it done on a lot of Jeeps, and the York compressor is definitely the way to go. 4WD hardware actually has a kit for this. I saw one guy who used his roll bar as a tank! Good luck!! __________________ DMN, D.D.S. "DOC" 2000 4Runner SR5 4WD- RADIANT RED, Toyota E-Locker, BFG AT's, Yakima Rocket Box, Toyota Ski Rack, Alpine Amp, iPhone interface, Focal 6.5" Components Front & REAR!, Monster Wiring, Husky Liners, Magellan Color GPS, Bilstein Sucks...I mean Shocks 2005 Sequoia SR5 4WD- BRILLIANT WHITE, Yakima RB, Husky Liners, 10.4" LCD/DVD Player, iPod interface, BFG AT's 1986 Jeep CJ-7- Hard & Soft Tops, Alpine CD, iPod interface, Polk Speakers, 31" BFG AT's, Bosch Lights, Mopar MPI Last edited by nieuwendyk-25; 04-22-2007 at 07:30 AM.

07-17-2007, 12:53 PM	#9 (permalink)
hosh Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: skiatook ok Posts: 240	i think the "ford" compressor is actually a york __________________ 95' 4runner -- sold 82' 4x4 -- organ donor for the 93 - but for now summertime playtoy 93' 4x4 extended cab --- Mods; buffalo dents- Future mods; SAS, 33"s, dual cases, motor rebuild 85' MR2 -- It Liiiiivvvveeeeessss!!!! and is almost on the road 87' EX500 -- basket case frankenbike "life, liberty and the pursuit of all those who threaten us"

07-17-2007, 07:38 PM	#11 (permalink)
TomThumb Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Newfoundland, Canada Posts: 50	York is the only way to go. Preferably, a york 210 model. Usually found on older Volvo's. they can flow like 10 cfm and the oiling system is self contained, if i remember correctly you can just use 10 w 30 engine oil. Lots of people have done this on jeeps but i would really like to do this on my 91 ext pickup 22RE. here is a link with a lot of info and specializing in custom kits and accessories for onboard air with a York compressor. Even sell new compressors. Hope this helps some.

07-18-2007, 06:23 AM	#12 (permalink)
hosh Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: skiatook ok Posts: 240	the york 210 refers to 10 in? displacement per stroke 206 = 6in?, 209 = 9in? there are 1728 in? in a ft?. so multiply displacment by rpm and then divide by 1728 get cfm york 210 3000 rpm * 10 = 30000/1728 = 17.36 cfm 1500 * 10 = 15000/1728 = 8.68 cfm york 206 3000 * 6 = 18000/1728 = 10.42 1500 * 6 = 9000/1728 = 5.2 still more than any electric onboard compressor and more than some garage compressors. They can be ran up to 6000 rpm but i wouldn't suggest it for extended periods. And yes 10w30 is fine for oiling. they can also produce quite a bit of pressure so you need a cutoff switch and blow off valve. I can get used york compressors. I mostly see 206's and 210's. If anyone is interested let me know. __________________ 95' 4runner -- sold 82' 4x4 -- organ donor for the 93 - but for now summertime playtoy 93' 4x4 extended cab --- Mods; buffalo dents- Future mods; SAS, 33"s, dual cases, motor rebuild 85' MR2 -- It Liiiiivvvveeeeessss!!!! and is almost on the road 87' EX500 -- basket case frankenbike "life, liberty and the pursuit of all those who threaten us" Last edited by hosh; 07-18-2007 at 06:27 AM. Reason: added oil comment

07-18-2007, 06:24 AM	#13 (permalink)
hosh Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: skiatook ok Posts: 240	sorry about the ? on my screen it was a small 3 for cubed __________________ 95' 4runner -- sold 82' 4x4 -- organ donor for the 93 - but for now summertime playtoy 93' 4x4 extended cab --- Mods; buffalo dents- Future mods; SAS, 33"s, dual cases, motor rebuild 85' MR2 -- It Liiiiivvvveeeeessss!!!! and is almost on the road 87' EX500 -- basket case frankenbike "life, liberty and the pursuit of all those who threaten us"

08-15-2007, 06:59 PM	#14 (permalink)
wardriver Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: 26.3 road miles from the AT (VA) Posts: 319	I fabbed up one of these on my FJ40 and ran it into a fireman's tank. It worked great. If you are still looking for pointers let me know. I'd stay away from putting compressed air into anything that might get cracked. (Roll bar or bumpers especially) I'd also keep the tank not pressurized while not in use. Hate to get in a wreck and shoot that guy off like a rocket. __________________ Current Toyota -95' 4Runner - 3.0/AT - New HG - Yakima Rack - MT's - Hella's - GPS- Sat Radio - Onboard 120V Former Toyotas - 81' Trekker- 70' FJ40 - 76' FJ40 -72 FJ40 - 85 Hilux (ZERO options) Laptop CarPC Switch Mod \| DC to AC Inverter Switch Mod Staff Mod for nHunting.com a community forum for hunting/fishing/shooting

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