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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 10:15 AM
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ONBOARD AIR COMPRESSOR

I want to put an permanant onboard air compressor and tank so I can air up my tires on my 5th wheel, atv, etc. Want a good heavy duty compressor: I have tried the little self-contained units or ones that plug into the lighter. these are junk and crapped out after filling a couple of tires. Let me know what you are running. and post some pictures if you have them.
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 10:42 AM
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HornBlasters Conductor's Special Model 240 Train Horn Kit

HornBlasters Conductor's Special Model 540 Train Horn Kit

If you want to go with horns as well...

Horn-Air 548 Air System

If you just want an air system...




Wish my tool box looked like this still, its packed full of crap...LOL

I would link to stuff on Clays site, but his slection of on board air stuff is not that great.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 11:00 AM
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Nice set up Joe !!
 
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 11:53 AM
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This is the one on my wish list!

Riffraff Diesel: ExtremeAire Magnum

Imagine an ExtremeAire Compressor with TWICE the power and speed, all in a package only 2" longer than the original! Now you can have a continuous 12 volt compressor that will put out 6 CFM free flow and a whopping 2.6 CFM at 100 psi. Nothing in its size, class or price range even comes close! The ExtremeAire Magnum utilizes a 1.5 HP fan cooled motor and longer piston stroke to make the impossible possible. The Magnum has all the key features of the original ExtremeAire such as superior filtering, stainless steel hardware, heat dissipation cylinder coating and powder coated filter housing and fan shroud. Plus it can be mounted in any angle or position, even upside down! Sealed bearings mean no servicing or lubrication is necessary. Since the unit is totally sealed from the elements, you can mount it under your truck on the frame rail so valuable storage space is preserved.

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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 12:00 PM
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get to compressors an air tank off a low rider that has airbags that is what im puting in my truck the tank will hold 250 p s I
 
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 12:08 PM
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Originally Posted by mcvaycharles
get to compressors an air tank off a low rider that has airbags that is what im puting in my truck the tank will hold 250 p s I


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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 12:13 PM
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Your nicer then I was going to be... but thats just how I roll...
 
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 12:18 PM
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Hey Joe, are the ones you posted up made in the U.S? I have a thing about trying to buy American. I try anyway.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 12:23 PM
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Company is based in the US... I am not sure where they are made.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 12:32 PM
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Thanks, when the time comes I'll check it out. One thing that caught my eye was the low amps that it draws.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 12:35 PM
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Here is what I use for a compressor. 12 CFM free flow and 5 CFM at 90psi. You can also add onboard tanks for more air if you need it.

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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 02:08 PM
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Originally Posted by stinson 108-1
Hey Joe, are the ones you posted up made in the U.S? I have a thing about trying to buy American. I try anyway.

The description page says they are American made and tuned
 
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Old Sep 8, 2012 | 03:01 PM
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York onboard air

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/8...ally-here.html
 
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i run twin viair 480's. they have been in the truck for a little over 3 years now.
 
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Old Sep 13, 2012 | 12:05 PM
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We don't currently offer an on-board compressor system used solely for this purpose, but you really just need:
  • Air tank
  • Compressor
  • Pressure switch
  • Air hose & necessary fittings
We sell various parts to piece together a system like this. You can scroll to the bottom of this page to see these parts: Shop Air Lift Parts & Pieces

Let me know if you have any questions or need anything else.
 
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