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Posted: 2/24/2021 11:42:19 AM EDT
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Why not add an inverter instead, this way you could power up anything 110/120v.
To answer your actual question, ViAir is good company, I have their portable compressor I keep in my parts/ tool chest in back of K5. You need to post year , make and model for ppl to help, not all vehicles are created the same, what works for me , may not for you |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 11:43:45 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Why not add an inverter instead, this way you could power up anything 110/120v. To answer your actual question, ViAir is good company, I have their portable compressor I keep in my parts/ tool chest in back of K5 You can't power very much with an inverter. Certainly not an air compressor. ETA: Even a tiny compressor is going to draw 10 amps at 120 volts. That would be around 100 amp load on your battery and alternator, and that's not counting start-up current. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 12:01:02 PM EDT
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I run dual Viair 400s with a 1 gallon tank for airing up and powering a locker. For airing up tires, you don't need a tank, but it does help air up a bit faster as the compressors run while you move between tires. 5 gallons is way overkill for not running tools. My setup takes a little over a minute per 35" tire to go from 8psi to 30psi.
If I were to do it over, I would have gone with the dual ARB compressor for its size/packaging benefits. Smittybuilt also has a big compressor that people seem to like. The specs on the compressor you are interested in is CFM. What vehicle, size tires, pressures, and how often are you planning to air down/up? |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 12:17:38 PM EDT
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The truck is a 2021 f250 PSD. I'm not airing up and down for off road use, just flats and low tires. Part of this trucks life is a service truck and the blow gun gets used a lot for short amounts of time.
I have considered an inverter but I'd really like to have something more permanently mounted and always available. Its not out of the question though. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 12:32:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The truck is a 2021 f250 PSD. I'm not airing up and down for off road use, just flats and low tires. Part of this trucks life is a service truck and the blow gun gets used a lot for short amounts of time. I have considered an inverter but I'd really like to have something more permanently mounted and always available. Its not out of the question though. I'm telling you, an inverter is not the answer. 1 HP = 746 watts. Watts = Volts x Amps 746 / 12 volts = 62 amps per HP load on your battery. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 12:53:56 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm telling you, an inverter is not the answer. 1 HP = 746 watts. Watts = Volts x Amps 746 / 12 volts = 62 amps per HP load on your battery. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: The truck is a 2021 f250 PSD. I'm not airing up and down for off road use, just flats and low tires. Part of this trucks life is a service truck and the blow gun gets used a lot for short amounts of time. I have considered an inverter but I'd really like to have something more permanently mounted and always available. Its not out of the question though. I'm telling you, an inverter is not the answer. 1 HP = 746 watts. Watts = Volts x Amps 746 / 12 volts = 62 amps per HP load on your battery. Thats a big load, and my pancake compressor would likely pull 1200-1500 watts. I'd obviously want to keep the truck running when using the comp going either route but I doubt the alternator puts out 100+ amps at idle that the inverter would need. If it did it would be hating life. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 1:22:22 PM EDT
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Any option for an engine drive compressor on the new trucks?
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Posted: 2/24/2021 1:28:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Any option for an engine drive compressor on the new trucks? I didn't see it as a factory option, there may be AF set ups for it but it would probably be overkill for what I need. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 1:52:31 PM EDT
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Quoted: I want to add a 12 volt compressor and 5 or so gallon tank, primary uses are airing up tires and some blow nozzle cleaning. I currently use a 120v 5 gallon pancake compressor for the blow gun work and it keeps up fine there's just not always an outlet available. I have cordless tools so no air tool use to worry about. I'm looking at constant duty kits made by VIAIR and they seem like a good value with good reviews. Any other good recommendations? I plan to mount the compressor and tank under the bed then run a line to somewhere for the air chuck. That's what I really need some help with, where is a good place to put an air chuck that will stay fairly clean and be less likely to get damaged? Just want to make sure its fused and you have heavy enough wire from the battery to the Compressor. Also, don't run off just battery for long, say suck juice. You'll need a pressure switch for the tank, a relay or solenoid and a dash switch as well. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 2:13:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: VIAIRs are great compressors... I know so many guys that have them or had them to supply air for their bags. Hardley ever heard of any issue with them. Just want to make sure its fused and you have heavy enough wire from the battery to the Compressor. Also, don't run off just battery for long, say suck juice. You'll need a pressure switch for the tank, a relay or solenoid and a dash switch as well. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I want to add a 12 volt compressor and 5 or so gallon tank, primary uses are airing up tires and some blow nozzle cleaning. I currently use a 120v 5 gallon pancake compressor for the blow gun work and it keeps up fine there's just not always an outlet available. I have cordless tools so no air tool use to worry about. I'm looking at constant duty kits made by VIAIR and they seem like a good value with good reviews. Any other good recommendations? I plan to mount the compressor and tank under the bed then run a line to somewhere for the air chuck. That's what I really need some help with, where is a good place to put an air chuck that will stay fairly clean and be less likely to get damaged? Just want to make sure its fused and you have heavy enough wire from the battery to the Compressor. Also, don't run off just battery for long, say suck juice. You'll need a pressure switch for the tank, a relay or solenoid and a dash switch as well. Great to know! I'm leaning towards their 200 psi 100% duty cycle compressor kit. It comes wire, switches,, etc and a 2 gallon tank but I'll probably pick up a 5 gallon to use. Looks like there's enough room. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 3:51:02 PM EDT
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I put the ORO engine driven system on my Jeep...
Awesome system but $$. I dont run a tank..dont need to but it works with one as well. Uses a modified York A\C compressor with an oil control ring and a finned head. 100% duty cycle. Took really good care of me with a fitment issue I ran into. Ordered replacement parts over the phone for me at my local NAPA so I was able to get them same day. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 4:05:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Great to know! I'm leaning towards their 200 psi 100% duty cycle compressor kit. It comes wire, switches,, etc and a 2 gallon tank but I'll probably pick up a 5 gallon to use. Looks like there's enough room. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: I want to add a 12 volt compressor and 5 or so gallon tank, primary uses are airing up tires and some blow nozzle cleaning. I currently use a 120v 5 gallon pancake compressor for the blow gun work and it keeps up fine there's just not always an outlet available. I have cordless tools so no air tool use to worry about. I'm looking at constant duty kits made by VIAIR and they seem like a good value with good reviews. Any other good recommendations? I plan to mount the compressor and tank under the bed then run a line to somewhere for the air chuck. That's what I really need some help with, where is a good place to put an air chuck that will stay fairly clean and be less likely to get damaged? Just want to make sure its fused and you have heavy enough wire from the battery to the Compressor. Also, don't run off just battery for long, say suck juice. You'll need a pressure switch for the tank, a relay or solenoid and a dash switch as well. Great to know! I'm leaning towards their 200 psi 100% duty cycle compressor kit. It comes wire, switches,, etc and a 2 gallon tank but I'll probably pick up a 5 gallon to use. Looks like there's enough room. If possible, use a detachable portable tank, so you can fill it, and walk away from the truck with it. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 4:14:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If possible, use a detachable portable tank, so you can fill it, and walk away from the truck with it. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: I want to add a 12 volt compressor and 5 or so gallon tank, primary uses are airing up tires and some blow nozzle cleaning. I currently use a 120v 5 gallon pancake compressor for the blow gun work and it keeps up fine there's just not always an outlet available. I have cordless tools so no air tool use to worry about. I'm looking at constant duty kits made by VIAIR and they seem like a good value with good reviews. Any other good recommendations? I plan to mount the compressor and tank under the bed then run a line to somewhere for the air chuck. That's what I really need some help with, where is a good place to put an air chuck that will stay fairly clean and be less likely to get damaged? Just want to make sure its fused and you have heavy enough wire from the battery to the Compressor. Also, don't run off just battery for long, say suck juice. You'll need a pressure switch for the tank, a relay or solenoid and a dash switch as well. Great to know! I'm leaning towards their 200 psi 100% duty cycle compressor kit. It comes wire, switches,, etc and a 2 gallon tank but I'll probably pick up a 5 gallon to use. Looks like there's enough room. If possible, use a detachable portable tank, so you can fill it, and walk away from the truck with it. Thats a great idea. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 6:53:50 PM EDT
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Depending on how much use it will see a Power Tank or other similar high pressure deal might be your best best.
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Posted: 2/24/2021 7:03:51 PM EDT
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If you don't want it permanently attached check your battery tool brand to see if they also have a battery operated compressor.
I know for sure dewalt and Milwaukee have 2 gallon compressors available in their battery lineups. For your use they would work. |
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Posted: 2/24/2021 7:16:59 PM EDT
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Posted: 2/24/2021 8:15:16 PM EDT
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I have the ARB single compressor. It can do short bursts if you wanted it to blow stuff off with a nozzle, but I would recommend the dual compressor. I'm not a fan of tanks.
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Posted: 2/25/2021 9:31:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Depending on how much use it will see a Power Tank or other similar high pressure deal might be your best best. Winner Winner . I have one for my Jeep ( and an onboard ARB ) . Long trips I throw the Power Tank in my Truck , wifes rig , work truck , Snowmobile Trailer , Camp trailer . You get the picture |
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Posted: 2/25/2021 10:22:39 PM EDT
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I’d say ARB is the way
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Posted: 2/25/2021 10:45:32 PM EDT
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Quoted: I want to add a 12 volt compressor and 5 or so gallon tank, primary uses are airing up tires and some blow nozzle cleaning. I currently use a 120v 5 gallon pancake compressor for the blow gun work and it keeps up fine there's just not always an outlet available. I have cordless tools so no air tool use to worry about. OK. A 5 gallon tank, at ~100PSI, will fill about *one* decent-sized truck tire, that's it. Then you're waiting on the compressor. Also, a 5 gallon tank doesn't run a blow nozzle for terribly long, then you're stuck waiting for the compressor. Now if we were talking a 240V, multi-horse compressor, that doesn't matter. But 12V units are a LOT less powerful, because...well, P=IV. The reason I bring that up is that if you're going to be doing more than just topping tires off, filling *a* tire from flat, or blowing things for a couple of minutes, consider a bigger tank. |
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Posted: 2/25/2021 11:50:36 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Great to know! I'm leaning towards their 200 psi 100% duty cycle compressor kit. It comes wire, switches,, etc and a 2 gallon tank but I'll probably pick up a 5 gallon to use. Looks like there's enough room. If you mount a quick connect outside, it needs to be covered or the elements will destroy it quickly. 1/2" hydraulic dust caps fit well and are cheap. |
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Posted: 2/26/2021 12:06:11 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Winner Winner . I have one for my Jeep ( and an onboard ARB ) . Long trips I throw the Power Tank in my Truck , wifes rig , work truck , Snowmobile Trailer , Camp trailer . You get the picture short of a dedicated air system (think big truck with air brakes) if you want portable air a high pressure tank is the way to go unless it's something you use often then it's gonna get expensive and bulky |
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