Opinions of Viair Compressor models, or other compressors
Jul 6, 2015 | 08:01 PM
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Opinions of Viair Compressor models, or other compressors
So my 20 dollar harbor freight compressor that I hard mounted in my engine compartment finally gave out. Had the little guy for about 5 years, had a hard life. Lol
So I am looking for a replacement. Compact so I can still hard mount by my battery. I have a ten gallon air tank Im mounting next to my tool box under where the factory spare tire should be. I'm going to be making my own OBA setup. Pressure switch to keep the tank full. Hopefully take some load off the compressor. I am still researching on the best way to make this set up, so i'd love any advice.
But what compressors have you guys used and liked? My old compressor took like an hour to air up mine and my one other buddies rig. Definitely would like something more powerful.
Oh, also I prefer 1/4 npt outlets/ I converted my old compressor from 1/8th to 1/4 so I can use a regular old shop hose and the chucks we use in our auto/fab shop. Is it worth the money to just buy their on board air systems? Or just get the compressor, use my tank and lines and set it up myself?
So I am looking for a replacement. Compact so I can still hard mount by my battery. I have a ten gallon air tank Im mounting next to my tool box under where the factory spare tire should be. I'm going to be making my own OBA setup. Pressure switch to keep the tank full. Hopefully take some load off the compressor. I am still researching on the best way to make this set up, so i'd love any advice.
But what compressors have you guys used and liked? My old compressor took like an hour to air up mine and my one other buddies rig. Definitely would like something more powerful.
Oh, also I prefer 1/4 npt outlets/ I converted my old compressor from 1/8th to 1/4 so I can use a regular old shop hose and the chucks we use in our auto/fab shop. Is it worth the money to just buy their on board air systems? Or just get the compressor, use my tank and lines and set it up myself?
Last edited by dropzone; Jul 6, 2015 at 09:39 PM.
Jul 6, 2015 | 09:41 PM
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From my build thread:
So far l like it...I thought about OBA, but having a portable system is,nice. Duty cycle is about 60%
haven't really done much to the truck lately.
After paying $42 to refill my CO2 tank I started looking for alternative fast air sources.I thought about a Viair system but didn't think $400 was worth it.
Decided to give ebay a shot with a seller I have had good luck with in the past, picked up one of these, only bidder at $99
Heavy Duty 150PSI Portable Air Compressor 12V High Volume Extreme 35" Tires | eBay
It basically looks like a generic Super Flow MV-90
it sucks a done of juice but is fast
Filled the empty 35x12.50 from 0 to 30 psi in a little over 2 minutes
After paying $42 to refill my CO2 tank I started looking for alternative fast air sources.I thought about a Viair system but didn't think $400 was worth it.
Decided to give ebay a shot with a seller I have had good luck with in the past, picked up one of these, only bidder at $99
Heavy Duty 150PSI Portable Air Compressor 12V High Volume Extreme 35" Tires | eBay
It basically looks like a generic Super Flow MV-90
it sucks a done of juice but is fast
Filled the empty 35x12.50 from 0 to 30 psi in a little over 2 minutes
Jul 8, 2015 | 12:05 AM
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Figure out just what your air needs are.
Figure out if the cost for that much compressor is within budget.
One has to look at the cost of on board air kits and quality!!
Much cheaper to buy hose in 250' rolls and fittings in quantities so they can sometimes be a good deal buying a kit.
Figure out if the cost for that much compressor is within budget.
One has to look at the cost of on board air kits and quality!!
Much cheaper to buy hose in 250' rolls and fittings in quantities so they can sometimes be a good deal buying a kit.
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