Pics of air compessors mounted

[Bearded Cabbage]

Hi all,

I'm getting ready to mount my ARB compressor and was searching for some pics of how others mounted theirs.

I dont want to just throw it in the cargo area and recall seeing someone mount it behind the trim panel on the drivers side.

Does anyone have pics of how they positioned it to fit, mounting, etc.

Thanks

 

[mizzle415]

Check this link for a detailed write up.

 

[Clownmeat]

I stuck mine on the frame, not sure how loud yours is but I wouldn't want mine inside with me unless it was insulated/muffled really well.

 

[twitchee2]

Not an ARB but where is where i mounted mine under the hood.

 

[the great him]

yeah you could put it there, it would be noisy though...

this is where i put mine

 

[Gerdo]

I built a mount

And slipped in between the ABS and cruise control

 

[Dirtco]

Here's mine. Don't bother mounting it in the passenger area; I had it there in the last 4Runner, it's loud and when I would disengage the locker I could smell gear oil. I also would not mount it under the truck where it could sprayed with road grime, the wiring connections are not water proof and could lead to problems down the road.

 

[Big John]

I don't think I would ever consider putting one where the kid did.

I'm usually able to relocate some stuff and fit them on the fender well. I haven't done one one on a third gen in quite some time, so I really can't remember where. If it's being used to run a locker, they only run for a second or two so I don't see why noise would be an issue. Same with airing up tires. You're outside doing your thing so who cares... My biggest concern would be keeping it protected so the engine compartment, or the cab would be the only options for me.

 

[ryankmasuda]

I can see how mounting it on the exterior can lead to electrical issues but mounting it on the interior has issues as well. If there isn't enough air movement the compressor might burnout if it get too hot. I would make the vents in the back side panel larger. Like what was said before, when the compressor is running for the longest time you are on usually on the outside airing up.

 

[the great him]

I don't think I would ever consider putting one where the kid did.

I'm usually able to relocate some stuff and fit them on the fender well. I haven't done one one on a third gen in quite some time, so I really can't remember where. If it's being used to run a locker, they only run for a second or two so I don't see why noise would be an issue. Same with airing up tires. You're outside doing your thing so who cares... My biggest concern would be keeping it protected so the engine compartment, or the cab would be the only options for me.

im curious as to why you would never mount it where i did? (not trying to start a fight). i though long and hard about where to put it. noise was a big issue cause i have two small kids and dont need any extra noise inside the cabin. the engine bay was too cramped and with my air bags for towing the rear of the truck was ideal.

 

[Clownmeat]

im curious as to why you would never mount it where i did? (not trying to start a fight). i though long and hard about where to put it. noise was a big issue cause i have two small kids and dont need any extra noise inside the cabin. the engine bay was too cramped and with my air bags for towing the rear of the truck was ideal.

I agree. I put my air tank where your pump is and put the pump next to it on the frame, perfect. Lots of room back there with no spare tire, no problems.

 

[the great him]

and my compressor is inside a 3/16 steel box, its completely armored. and sits directly above the axle, there is no way anything will crush it. its bolted clear though the cross member with 12mm bolts and finder washers on each side. also the mounting brackets that hold the case to the frame are placed so that if something was able to come up and make contact with the compressor case that it would simply pivot up and and give so as to not be damaged. i "snorkeled" the air supply into the cabin of the runner up through the fresh air vent in the rear on the divers side. so i will basically have to submerge the entire truck to damage the compressor....

 

[slomatt]

Check this link for a detailed write up.

I still have it in that same spot with no problems. The only downside is that it is a bit loud in the truck when the compressor is running, but it's only on for long amounts of time when filling tires and I'm out of the truck anyway so it's not an issue.

- Matt

 

[McFly2003]

The Kid, any problems with that location when it comes to water or road grime/salt getting?

 

[KMAYO]

I still have it in that same spot with no problems. The only downside is that it is a bit loud in the truck when the compressor is running, but it's only on for long amounts of time when filling tires and I'm out of the truck anyway so it's not an issue.

- Matt

I actually came across your link when I was surfing the web and have it bookmarked so I can do the same thing when I get the money saved up for a similar compressor. Thanks for the writeup in advance!

-KMAYO

 

[Big John]

im curious as to why you would never mount it where i did? (not trying to start a fight). i though long and hard about where to put it. noise was a big issue cause i have two small kids and dont need any extra noise inside the cabin. the engine bay was too cramped and with my air bags for towing the rear of the truck was ideal.

I'm just not a fan of having electrical components exposed to road spray, dust, possibly being immersed in water during a crossing, etc... While it is a total PITA, with a little creative thinking they can be mounted in the engine compartment. If your location is working for you then that's great. The way I see it, at the bare minimum you've shortened the life of it just by the extremes it's subjected to. $.02

 

[the great him]

The Kid, any problems with that location when it comes to water or road grime/salt getting?

not one, it has worked flawlessly for me. my only complaint is having to crawl under there to plug in my air hose/chuck, but i am going fix that with a hose that will put an air chuck in side the back of the truck. but other than that, ive buried the truck to the top of the finders in muck, run the truck through the surf, had it in show and anything else you can think of and never once had a "fail" it always worked when i asked it too(even when i sunk in in mud it kicked right on and actuated the locker like it should) ive never had a rock or stick come close to hitting it. after it was in the mud i did have to wash off the undercarriage as well as the spray out the case its in -did the same thing after the beach trip.

I'm just not a fan of having electrical components exposed to road spray, dust, possibly being immersed in water during a crossing, etc... While it is a total PITA, with a little creative thinking they can be mounted in the engine compartment. If your location is working for you then that's great. The way I see it, at the bare minimum you've shortened the life of it just by the extremes it's subjected to. $.02

ok i can see your point. but lets face it its not gonna get that much road spray in its location, only about 2" behind the center of the rear axle, and about 8" above it. the tires will not kick up any crud in that location. and i know of plenty of guy who mount their compressors on the frame rails ect and have never had noticeably shortened life span. i sealed all the electrical connections with dielectric grease. and ran loom over the wires. and even if my compressor only last half as long as it other wise would, i want ARBS new twin CKMTA12 compressor. and when i get that i could care less about this little guy(probably will keep it to run the locker(s) and use the CKMTA12 for on board air).

but if you dont want it to get "dirty" or are fearful of it having a shortened life then yeah you can fit them under the hood. i just didnt want to hassle with more fabing.