Sep-09-2018 04:30 PM
Sep-14-2018 05:00 AM
prepilot_3ck wrote:et2 wrote:
https://www.amazon.com/VIAIR-45053-Automatic-Portable-Compressor/dp/B0141KJTKQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qi...
Used this for years. Works great, light, very portable. Still use it with my diesel pusher.
wow! Thanks! Thank thing looks serious and the price to match. Probably worth it though. I will research this thing a little bit, but it looks awesome. Thanks!
Sep-14-2018 01:15 AM
Sep-12-2018 12:18 PM
babock wrote:FIRE UP wrote:Not sure if automotive/RV tires are the same as bicycles but when I fill up a tire with CO2, it's flat the next morning. My understanding is that a lot of rubber is very permeable to CO2. I don't have first hand knowledge other than bicycles but just putting it out there.
We have a company here in Lake Havasu City called Praxair. They handle any and all types of gas, bottles, hydrotesting, and all that. Any welding supply will have capabilities of filling CO2. I really like it 'cause you don't have to sit there and listen to those darn little 12V compressors labor to top off or fill a tire.
I also modified the valve in the cylinder so the bottle can be used in a horizontal position. It's stored that way in our Jeep. So, when it comes time to air the tires back up from a day on the trails, I just pull out the hose, turn on the valve and, air things up. I go from 10 psi trail pressure to right at 30 psi street pressure in 3 minutes total, for all four tires, DONE! There isn't a 12V compressor that can keep up with that.
Scott
Sep-11-2018 10:46 PM
FIRE UP wrote:Not sure if automotive/RV tires are the same as bicycles but when I fill up a tire with CO2, it's flat the next morning. My understanding is that a lot of rubber is very permeable to CO2. I don't have first hand knowledge other than bicycles but just putting it out there.
We have a company here in Lake Havasu City called Praxair. They handle any and all types of gas, bottles, hydrotesting, and all that. Any welding supply will have capabilities of filling CO2. I really like it 'cause you don't have to sit there and listen to those darn little 12V compressors labor to top off or fill a tire.
I also modified the valve in the cylinder so the bottle can be used in a horizontal position. It's stored that way in our Jeep. So, when it comes time to air the tires back up from a day on the trails, I just pull out the hose, turn on the valve and, air things up. I go from 10 psi trail pressure to right at 30 psi street pressure in 3 minutes total, for all four tires, DONE! There isn't a 12V compressor that can keep up with that.
Scott
Sep-11-2018 09:29 AM
Sep-10-2018 04:49 PM
Sep-10-2018 04:29 PM
Sep-10-2018 01:56 PM
MagillaGorilla wrote:
My suggestion is to get a small compressor that has a true output of over 125 PSI. That way you can pump up your RV tires too. Why not have one that fills every tire you have with you?
The one I have came from Lowes and was under $150. It is a small compressor with a tank. It takes a while but it can fill my 110 PSI RV tires too and believe me you want to make sure your RV tires are set to the correct levels.
Sep-10-2018 10:33 AM
prepilot_3ck wrote:FIRE UP wrote:
Brian,
I've had them all. 12V, 120VAC, and engine driven ones (on many of our previous Jeeps) and without a doubt, a 120VAC one is the way to go. Yes, some of the 12V ones work but, after dealing with all sorts of air compressors for years, to me, the 12V units, yes even the Viair ones, don't do well. Now, one thing here. Topping off tires is one thing. Using those 12V units for complete fill ups or higher volume is tough on them.
I have the Craftsman 150 psi portable that many on here also use. It's now marketed by Porter Cable but, it's the same exact compressor. I'd recommend it in a heartbeat. I also have a Viair 400P that I use for backup, just in case my 120VAC one goes south.
What I carry in the Jeep now is a 10# CO2 system. The tank is an Aluminum 10 lb. unit with a fixed, 150 psi regulator. I have a 25' Flexilla hose with a cheaper air chuck with a gauge. All in all, I've got about $154.00 wrapped up in that C02 system. For your application of topping off tires, that system would last you for quite a while without getting the bottle refilled. Mine costs me right at $16 for a refill.
Below is the model of the Porter Cable I have but, I paid a whole lot less for it.
Scott
https://www.sears.com/porter-cable-porter-cable-cmb15-150-psi-1.5/p-SPM10067945020?plpSellerId=Action%20Packaged%20Inc&prdNo=7&blockNo=7&blockType=G7
Solid points. I feel like I understand the limitations of the type of compressor I'm after, but these are solid considerations. The CO2 deal sounds really awesome. Where do you get that filled? The price is pretty good too.
Sep-10-2018 08:53 AM
Sep-10-2018 08:03 AM
Dick_B wrote:
After reading the responses you could also search this Forum for `air compressor' to read previous posts.
Sep-10-2018 07:50 AM
Gjac wrote:
What I do is just top of my tires before I leave on a trip or top them off at a Flying J when I get gas. Air is not going to leak out on your trip unless you have a bad tire. I do carry a 12 v compressor and a tire plug kit as well as spare tires in both the MH and the tow car in case of a flat. I have had to use the plug kit and 12 v compressor twice once for the MH and once on the tow car. These small compressors take a lot of time to pump the tires up but enough air pressure to drive to a gas station to top off the tires after the tires are plugged.
Sep-10-2018 07:47 AM
wa8yxm wrote:
Today I am hearing good things about a lot of compressors but .. For most motor homes you need one in the 150PSI or higher range and I'd recommend at least 5-6 Gallon tank.
Mine is a Crafstman 13 years old from Sears.. It does so much for me.
It airs up the tires
It picks up the motor home (Air/hydraulic jack 12 ton bottle. Harbor Freight)
Hammers, drills. grinds. cuts. polishes, paints and wrenches and more.
Sep-10-2018 07:39 AM
FIRE UP wrote:
Brian,
I've had them all. 12V, 120VAC, and engine driven ones (on many of our previous Jeeps) and without a doubt, a 120VAC one is the way to go. Yes, some of the 12V ones work but, after dealing with all sorts of air compressors for years, to me, the 12V units, yes even the Viair ones, don't do well. Now, one thing here. Topping off tires is one thing. Using those 12V units for complete fill ups or higher volume is tough on them.
I have the Craftsman 150 psi portable that many on here also use. It's now marketed by Porter Cable but, it's the same exact compressor. I'd recommend it in a heartbeat. I also have a Viair 400P that I use for backup, just in case my 120VAC one goes south.
What I carry in the Jeep now is a 10# CO2 system. The tank is an Aluminum 10 lb. unit with a fixed, 150 psi regulator. I have a 25' Flexilla hose with a cheaper air chuck with a gauge. All in all, I've got about $154.00 wrapped up in that C02 system. For your application of topping off tires, that system would last you for quite a while without getting the bottle refilled. Mine costs me right at $16 for a refill.
Below is the model of the Porter Cable I have but, I paid a whole lot less for it.
Scott
https://www.sears.com/porter-cable-porter-cable-cmb15-150-psi-1.5/p-SPM10067945020?plpSellerId=Action%20Packaged%20Inc&prdNo=7&blockNo=7&blockType=G7