View Poll Results: Which 12V Compressor?
Viair 550C
2
7.41%
Extreme Air
15
55.56%
Other
10
37.04%
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Originally posted by RobT2k
Do you have any pics of the placement? The ARB compressor is smaller, does it take longer to air up? I'm only running 265/75/r16
the biggest I would go would be 285/75/r16 could it handle these tires or take forever?
Do you have any pics of the placement? The ARB compressor is smaller, does it take longer to air up? I'm only running 265/75/r16
the biggest I would go would be 285/75/r16 could it handle these tires or take forever?
A little trick that I have (since I have an 11 gallon tank), is that I use my compressor from my garage to charge the tank to 120psi before I go, then I use the compressor to keep up the pressure or replenish if needed. I can run my ARB's off and all day and hardly touch the reserve.
The ARB will overheat if used for much more than running the ARB or a couple of tires.
The extreme air still seems to be the best value for a performance system.
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Avoid the ARB compressor like the plague if you are using it for tools or intend to do so. It is made to run lockers and does a good job of that. It will get the job done airing tires, but I would rather use a bigger and better hammer.
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Originally posted by RobT2k
Do you have any pics of the placement? The ARB compressor is smaller, does it take longer to air up? I'm only running 265/75/r16
the biggest I would go would be 285/75/r16 could it handle these tires or take forever?
Do you have any pics of the placement? The ARB compressor is smaller, does it take longer to air up? I'm only running 265/75/r16
the biggest I would go would be 285/75/r16 could it handle these tires or take forever?
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The ARB is definitely slow for airing up tires and another thing I don't like about it is that it's noisy. I bought a Viair 450 for airing up my tires and it's faster and alot quieter compared to my ARB compressor. I've been thinking about adding rubber mounts to the ARB and see if it'll quiet it down some.
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If you can afford the cost and the space for an ExtremeAire or Viair 550C, then go for it. The extra capacity of the compressor will make you smile when it comes to airing up, or running air tools.
I have a Viair 450C and love it. I simply didn't have the room for a 550C.
I think that either compressor will require an external tank for running tools. I don't think they have the volume at 60psi to drive a drill/hammer/etc.
To find space for an air tank, look up underneath, just in front of the rear diff. I know a couple of people that have found long/slim 5 gallon tanks that fit up there. it's more protected than you may think.
I have a Viair 450C and love it. I simply didn't have the room for a 550C.
I think that either compressor will require an external tank for running tools. I don't think they have the volume at 60psi to drive a drill/hammer/etc.
To find space for an air tank, look up underneath, just in front of the rear diff. I know a couple of people that have found long/slim 5 gallon tanks that fit up there. it's more protected than you may think.
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Originally posted by RobT2k
Now I have to ask, where did you fit this?
All the 3rd gens I've seen have moved, or didn't have cruise control. Did you have to move anything? How hard is that?
Yeah, pretty cool...
Now I have to ask, where did you fit this?
All the 3rd gens I've seen have moved, or didn't have cruise control. Did you have to move anything? How hard is that?
Yeah, pretty cool...
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Re: Re: Re: Extremeaire
Originally posted by Macgyver
I'll snap some pictures and post them here.... I saw the belt driven air compressor at the extreme outback booth at sema and it's a really small unit... Now that I have seen how small it is I would of installed one of those instead... maybe I will someday.
I'll snap some pictures and post them here.... I saw the belt driven air compressor at the extreme outback booth at sema and it's a really small unit... Now that I have seen how small it is I would of installed one of those instead... maybe I will someday.
Like upndair said, pretty much any compressor can run the ARB air locker. It's easy to set up. All you need is a switch (I suggest using the ARB switch), relay, tank, pressure switch, and fittings. The solenoid comes with the air locker (make sure you get a 1/8"BPT to 1/4"NPT fitting though). For a little added work and expense you can get a much better set-up for your air lockers that will air up the kiddie pool and inflatable partners in record time. The ARB compressor only puts out .86 cfm and heats up real quick - that's why I went with the viar450 this time.
I'm skeptical if the 550 or extreme air would fit in the same place as my viair450, but it might be possible. The cruise control would likely have to be completely relocated, but that is not hard to do. Otherwise Macgyver's approach may be the only under-the-hood option in a 3rd gen runner if you have ABS. Either the ExtremeAir or the Viair550 would be an awesome setup.
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Jay,
Where did you get that manifold? and how much did it cost? Or did you make it yourself? I started making mine this weekend but I may scrap it and buy one but don't want to pay $50 for one from Slee.
Where did you get that manifold? and how much did it cost? Or did you make it yourself? I started making mine this weekend but I may scrap it and buy one but don't want to pay $50 for one from Slee.
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Originally posted by keisur
Jay,
Where did you get that manifold? and how much did it cost? Or did you make it yourself? I started making mine this weekend but I may scrap it and buy one but don't want to pay $50 for one from Slee.
Jay,
Where did you get that manifold? and how much did it cost? Or did you make it yourself? I started making mine this weekend but I may scrap it and buy one but don't want to pay $50 for one from Slee.
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...3795&langId=-1
I think I may replace my round one, that's pretty nice looking...
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Originally posted by midiwall
Northern Tool sells one for $15:
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...3795&langId=-1
I think I may replace my round one, that's pretty nice looking...
Northern Tool sells one for $15:
http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...3795&langId=-1
I think I may replace my round one, that's pretty nice looking...
Finding room for an air tank may be tricky. I have a 1-gallon tank tucked in my ARB bumper. I may add another one some day. Finding room for a 3-gallon tank is a bit challenging.
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