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Old May 24, 2023 | 09:31 PM
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Repurposing the air pump.

The air pump on a 96 f150xl 4.9 300i6, can it be repurposed as a pump to fill a air tank. Reason why I ask is I can't find any specs on volume or presure produced when running.
 
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Old May 24, 2023 | 10:33 PM
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First thing up doing a search says 2 PSI.

Sell or scrap.
 
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Old May 24, 2023 | 11:24 PM
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Thanks for the quick reply. Good to know. What about the AC. I've got vent windows. I'll never use the AC. I read some can push up to 150 psi. Just not sure about the one in the mentioned truck. I'm sure it's original to the truck.
 
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Old May 25, 2023 | 12:45 AM
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Originally Posted by FreeBird101
What about the AC. I've got vent windows. I'll never use the AC.
Do you use the the defroster to help clear ice or condensation when the windshield fogs up? The compressor also runs in that position to help dry the air.
 
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Old May 25, 2023 | 02:35 AM
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Originally Posted by 85e150
First thing up doing a search says 2 PSI.

Sell or scrap.
Agree. It's a low pressure pump.

Air conditioners are important. Keep it if it still works.
Companies make custom York air compressors mounts for your engine. A York compressor has its own oil supply and it's belt driven off the crankshaft.
 
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No reason to remove the AC even if it doesn't work. I can always be fixed later.
 
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Take the air injection pump out and stick a second A/C compressor in it's place. Problem solved. I also think it has been done before. Time to Google.
 
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