Saw this at my local Home Repo, just wanted to see what you guys think for airing up. Seems like it may have some more capability than an ARB setup, and it has a 1 gallon tank built in. Uses 2 batteries, which are also on sale for $75. What do you guys think?
Portable air compressor idea
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sn_85
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Sounds like a terrible idea. You're going to bring construction equipment with you to air up your tires? I've seen those things in person, they are quite big and heavy comparatively to vehicle specific air compressors. It'll literally take up like 1/3 of your cargo area in the back.
spartacus
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Both batteries for 75 then it looks to be a pretty decent setup at a good price point. Advantage is you can return it if you don't like it.
Arnezie
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Way to much room taken up by that!!! And with the batteries your cost savings is zero. Buy a small 12v and save a lot of room and money.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ld4a2i1E24U&feature=youtu.be
To much space IMO
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Whippersnapper02
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More money but a much better option: Amazon.com: Viair 45043 Automatic Function Portable Compressor: Automotive
BobsTrail
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ABB portable:
The ARB looks a lot better than that monster from HD.
I made a home brew Powertank with a 10lb tank for less $$. 30 second fill per tire, good for 6+ sets of fills. I'm hooked on CO2 even with the BIG tank to store. 4 tires filled from 15 to 34 PSI and all put away within 5 minutes. There are times when I wish I had a compressor instead. I have to monitor the tank weight and get $20 fills.
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That only does 1.4 CFM @40PSI, is huge, is heavy, and requires batteries and a battery charger
Get a high-flowing 12V compressor, for $140ish you can get a 5.65 CFM smittybilt or if you really want to stay at that $75 price point there are still numerous 12V compressors that are double the CFM of that compressor and don't require batteries
It's a good idea. You can always try it out and if it's doesn't work, bring it back. I suppose if you brought extra batteries you could use an bring and use an impact wrench and a portable vacuum too.
What I don't know is that the CFM will fill the tires very quickly and you might run out of battery after a set of 4 tires? Plus if it's a multi day trip you will need to bring a charger with you.
This is just guess work math so take it with a grain of salt. To put in perspective this HF compressor claims 3.5 Mins for one tire,with a bit less than 1CFM, they don't state beginning and ending PSI. Let's assume it's near 0 PSI to 30 PSI.
12V 100 PSI High Volume Air Inflator
You can bet that their number is a small tire like 185/65R14. Your ~32" tire on 16" rim is about 77% more volume and will take about 6-7 mins each. We know that HF lies about the specs so let give it a 20% margin. It still puts you in the 20 min range for 4 tires. With fresh batteries it could work, but once they wear down it might be a bit tight.
Oh, BTW the higher the working pressure the less the CFM. So if you want 40 PSI you might as well break out a beer and take a break.
I use a home made CO2 tank with a back up 12V compressor. You can make your own basic "power tank" for about $100. If you want more goodies just add them on. It will fill a bunch of tires way faster than any air compressor will and you can run air tools off it.
Check this out.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5lyJ_IzJ9E
Please post back and tell us what you figure out or decide?
What I don't know is that the CFM will fill the tires very quickly and you might run out of battery after a set of 4 tires? Plus if it's a multi day trip you will need to bring a charger with you.
This is just guess work math so take it with a grain of salt. To put in perspective this HF compressor claims 3.5 Mins for one tire,with a bit less than 1CFM, they don't state beginning and ending PSI. Let's assume it's near 0 PSI to 30 PSI.
12V 100 PSI High Volume Air Inflator
You can bet that their number is a small tire like 185/65R14. Your ~32" tire on 16" rim is about 77% more volume and will take about 6-7 mins each. We know that HF lies about the specs so let give it a 20% margin. It still puts you in the 20 min range for 4 tires. With fresh batteries it could work, but once they wear down it might be a bit tight.
Oh, BTW the higher the working pressure the less the CFM. So if you want 40 PSI you might as well break out a beer and take a break.
I use a home made CO2 tank with a back up 12V compressor. You can make your own basic "power tank" for about $100. If you want more goodies just add them on. It will fill a bunch of tires way faster than any air compressor will and you can run air tools off it.
Check this out.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5lyJ_IzJ9E
Please post back and tell us what you figure out or decide?
Jetboy
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That will take a long time to air up tires. 1.5 cfm isn't very much.
I have the same one as a lot of other folks. Amazon.com: Smittybilt 2781 5.65 CFM Universal Air Compressor: Automotive $140. And it's about 4 times as fast as that ridgid one.
I've filled up lots of tires on rigs with CO2 tanks who run out. Wouldn't be on my list of choices.
I have the same one as a lot of other folks. Amazon.com: Smittybilt 2781 5.65 CFM Universal Air Compressor: Automotive $140. And it's about 4 times as fast as that ridgid one.
I've filled up lots of tires on rigs with CO2 tanks who run out. Wouldn't be on my list of choices.
ryguytheman
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ARB airs me up plenty fast, no complaints on that front whatsoever. Only way it takes me more than 5 minutes for all four corners is if I'm being a doof and taking pictures at the same time.
It's filled up the tires on 3 rigs one after the other, handled it like a champ.
It's filled up the tires on 3 rigs one after the other, handled it like a champ.
mteolus
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I am sure this is the same as the Shittybuilt, just dressed up a little different for $130. Same 5.65 CFM.
AIR CHAMP PRO 5.65CFM - 12V Heavy Duty Portable Air Compressor (ICOMPRESSOR004)
AIR CHAMP PRO 5.65CFM - 12V Heavy Duty Portable Air Compressor (ICOMPRESSOR004)
Metal Head
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I don't think I would want to rely on the rechargeable batteries and that thing looks bulky.
I have the ARB single compressor portable unit that was about $350 and it suits me just fine for average weekender use. I have 275/70 tires and it takes me from 18psi to 35psi in just over 2 minutes each. I like having the portable unit so I can bring it to another vehicle and so that it is not getting constant exposure to the elements under hood like a dedicated install is. Also the box is just big enough I can throw my deflators, gauge, tire plug kit, etc. to have it all stored in one spot without being too bulky.
Maybe on another vehicle running 37"+ tires, or beadlocks where you're starting with really low PSI, or if you are airing up every day the dual compressor price would be easier to justify but I have no regrets going with the single.
I have the ARB single compressor portable unit that was about $350 and it suits me just fine for average weekender use. I have 275/70 tires and it takes me from 18psi to 35psi in just over 2 minutes each. I like having the portable unit so I can bring it to another vehicle and so that it is not getting constant exposure to the elements under hood like a dedicated install is. Also the box is just big enough I can throw my deflators, gauge, tire plug kit, etc. to have it all stored in one spot without being too bulky.
Maybe on another vehicle running 37"+ tires, or beadlocks where you're starting with really low PSI, or if you are airing up every day the dual compressor price would be easier to justify but I have no regrets going with the single.
This is exactly what I was narrowing my search down to. Looks like a good 5+ cfm pump and a reasonable price.
Thanks for the input guys.
Bumbo
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You could easily cobble something together. The only thing you are missing from a regular ARB or Viair tire pump is a tank, and a pressure switch.
Alternatively you can just look at a complete "on board air compressor" setup, which includes all those items as well.
Easy to power off the truck, but if you really wanted to you could make a small Ammo Can battery pack to use with it.
I made my own battery pack to use with my Viair, just so I have a portable setup that is light weight.
Here is a video for some ideas.
18650 Battery Pack - YouTube
This one was made with a APC UPS 17 amp hour battery. 12v, and cheap.
Alternatively you can just look at a complete "on board air compressor" setup, which includes all those items as well.
Easy to power off the truck, but if you really wanted to you could make a small Ammo Can battery pack to use with it.
I made my own battery pack to use with my Viair, just so I have a portable setup that is light weight.
Here is a video for some ideas.
18650 Battery Pack - YouTube
This one was made with a APC UPS 17 amp hour battery. 12v, and cheap.
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