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11-26-2014, 07:17 AM
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Junior Member
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Location: North Aurora Ill.
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Air Compressor
We all know how critical it is to have proper tire air pressure. I have an old air compressor that is at end of life. What type of portable air compressor do you carry in your rig? Has it been reliable?
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11-26-2014, 07:37 AM
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Location: James Island, SC
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Air Compressor
I am still looking for the perfect one. I currently carry a small ac powered one from Walmart that is dependable and I use mostly for bikes and topping off a tire.
I have another I carry from Sears that goes up to 100psi, ac also.
Both work for me cause I carry a generator if needed on the road.
Problem is I just upgraded to G614 tires which need 100 to 110 psi. This generator is ok but is overworked to pump 110 psi. I am giving it an opportunity to continue traveling with us and am interviewing replacements just in case.
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11-26-2014, 10:04 AM
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Harbor Freight has a portable AC model that they claim will hit 150psi. It is on sale for around $100 from time to time. Not sure if it's any good tho. I consider HF a great place to buy single-use or disposable tools but not so much for durable things. I keep thinking that I'd like to carry an AC compressor instead of the 12V one I have now (that I have yet to use). I don't carry a generator so I could only use it at home (got a bigger one in the garage) or in the CG. Just can't bring myself to spring for one - so far.
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11-26-2014, 10:39 AM
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I carry a Slime Brand 12 volt compressor. I do not recall the model, but they make a few compressors. It works really well, and is fairly quick. The one I have plugs into the cigarette lighter socket. They make bigger ones, but they have to be connected directly to the battery.
I added a power point to the curb side of my HTT inside the refrigerator access panel, to make it easier to fill the street side tires.
Good Luck, I use mine all the time.
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11-26-2014, 11:45 AM
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This is a good question. I'm thinking of toting my little 3.5 gal compressor along next time we're out, but it's not 12V, so if I get a flat or need it somewhere without shore power, I'm SOL (no genny yet). So then I was thinking (and have been shopping for) a good 12V compressor like the ones from "Slime" that were mentioned above for side-of-the-road usage...
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11-26-2014, 01:03 PM
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Built in Viair and tank in the truck bed. Controlled by aux switch in dash. QD in the running board, and carry a 50' hose. We can reach all truck and RV tires and air up whenever / wherever needed. Compressor also runs the train horns for those needed moments. This setup is worth every penny.
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11-26-2014, 09:22 PM
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I have a viair 300P from my off-roading days. Works just fine.
I did add a 25' hose though since the power cord is a little short.
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11-27-2014, 05:49 AM
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I have an inexpensive one by Stanley that I bought at Sams Club for around $50. It also has a USB charger for your phone, 12V battery jump, 12V cigarette lighter socket that would probably be adequate to run a CPAP or something small, etc.
The one I've been eyeing for a little while now is pretty pricey so I haven't brought myself to buying it. Looks good though and similar to Frieed's.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004B68XGC/...I1323FRYLQKNYM
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11-27-2014, 11:07 AM
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I also have a VIAIR Very good Compressor.... But i can tell you that bag is veryy packed !
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11-29-2014, 09:58 AM
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I bought a Michelin compressor from Costco. It is not very fast but set the pressure you want on the handle and go have coffee it auto shuts off.
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11-30-2014, 06:37 AM
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We carry a small 12v unit. Works well for us, that and road side assist!
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12-02-2014, 01:54 PM
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I have a 110 v ac compressor and a 12 v dc compressor- The ac compressor has a 110 # capacity but is very slow due to the 3 gal. tank- the dc compressor has no reserve tank but is faster than the ac tank- I bought the 12 v dc compressor at Harbor Freight for about $60.00- JMHO- DD
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12-11-2014, 07:27 AM
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I just purchased a Campbell Hausefield on sale for $79 at Home depot. It is 110 and has a 3 gallon tank and will top off at 110 pounds where it shuts off. You can regulate the pressure to whatever you want. We will see how it works out. I bought it mainly to top off tires before and during camping trips. Don't think I would really need 12 volt along side the road. Triple A for me!
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12-11-2014, 01:41 PM
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I carry this one, rated at 120 pounds for larger TV tires.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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