ARB Compressors CKMA12 vs. CKMTA12

[G8RB8_12SR5]

So I know a lot of guys run the CKMTA12 (twin) air compressor but I was curious as to whether anyone went with its little brother the CKMA12. It's half the price and I don't plan on running a locker or power tools (it also draws a lot less power). Just airing up trailer and truck tires (especially after airing down) and airbags. Says it will inflate 4 37" tires in one duty cycle. I take this to mean without a tank, hopefully I'm correct since I don't want to deal with the install of one if I can avoid it.

Any insight would be awesome. Thanks

 

[Jeremy556]

Get the dual compressor. If you have to air up your tires even semi frequently, the 50% time saved is way more than worth it.

Today, I had a puncture in a place that was impossible to remove and repair the tire, so I was relegated to filling the tire as much as I could and driving a short distance, then refilling, rinse and repeat. Even with a pretty big tear, my dual Viar setup was able to air up from 5psi to 45psi in about 5 minutes, and I was able to drive for about 6 minutes before airing up again.

It took a while, but I finally reached level(ish) ground and was able to switch to the spare. Even with 3 rope plugs, it wouldn't hold air. Discount is going to be pissed; this will be the 3rd replacement of this tire in in less than 7K miles.

 

[AllenL]

did you end up making a decision and install on one of these?