I want to start carrying an air compressor for my RV tires. I keep them at 115psi What’s out there that will fill these relatively fast that takes up the least amount of storage space and still do the job?
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Originally posted by Chuck48 View PostI want to start carrying an air compressor for my RV tires. I keep them at 115psi What’s out there that will fill these relatively fast that takes up the least amount of storage space and still do the job?
I love it so far, it’sa godsend for the Goosebox and the tires.
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Neil Citro
2018 Reflection 28BH Pepwave
2019 F350 6.7L Long Bed Crew Cab
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Originally posted by ncitro View Post
I used to carry a pancake 115v compressor edict ran great off of my inverter, had plenty of psi for all my tires, and was affordable, but took up a huge amount of space. I’ve since switched to a Viair constant duty setup in the truck. I mounted everything underneath and have the air hose connection next to the license plate. It’s 150 PSI (they offer it in 200 as well), and has cfm to keep up with my tires. It’s a bit slower than the pancake but worth it to get the space back. They make a portable as well but I didn’t want to have to keep track of where it was, and wanted to have a tank to speed up little things.
I love it so far, it’sa godsend for the Goosebox and the tires.
Rob
Cate & Rob
(with Border Collies Molly & Angel + Kitties Hazel & Elsie)
2015 Reflection 303RLS
2022 F350 Diesel CC SB SRW Lariat
Bayham, Ontario, Canada
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Chuck48 -- I also have a VIAIR. I'm now on my second setup.
My first VIAIR was a 450RV-P. https://www.viaircorp.com/rvs-portables/450p-rvs It died after about a year of use due to what I believe is a flawed design where the pressure switch is below the air path. This allowed moisture and other foreign material to build up and "kill" the unit. For the full story on the issue I had with the 450 see this thread: https://gdrvowners.com/forum/operati...owing-30a-fuse
The 450RV-P "lived" in my truck bed (under a tunneau cover) similar to Rob's picture in the post above. I think the reason mine died in addition to the (IMO) design problem was the IP rating, or Ingress Protection Rating. The 450 is rated as an IP54. As you can see by the chart below, installing the 450 in my truck's bed (in high humidity Florida) wasn't the best of ideas for a compressor with an IP54 rating. (Experience is the best teacher but she sure costs a lot!!)
Chart from https://www.nemaenclosures.com/blog/...ings-Guide.jpg
What I bought as a replacement, after an exhaustive search of all the options out there, was another VIAIR, a 45055 Constant Duty Universal. It now "lives" where the 450 used to be. The small tank built-in is nice, too, as the unit shuts off after the tank reaches max pressure if there's a pause between filling tires. The 45055 has an IP67 rating (and as Rob points out, a 100% duty cycle which was very important to me).
The 45055 is not cheap--but so far I am very pleased with the unit. https://www.viaircorp.com/ada/ada-constant-universal (Not 100% done with how I want it installed so haven't done a write-up on it, yet.) The digital pressure gauge is awesome. If you have a dually you'll want one of VIAIR's attachments that doesn't come with this kit. They can be ordered directly from VIAIR (best attachment for filling tires I have ever found for a dually).
Good luck with your search!
Howard
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howson Chuck48
Yeah your experience was one of the reasons I went with what I did. I actually eliminated the pressure switch and relay Viair supplied. I got a pressure switch that screwed into the tank and then wired directly to one of the 40 amp upfitter switches. I figured much less to go wrong. We will see how long the actual compressor holds up over time, but I am really happy with it. Fabricated some brackets and put the tank and compressor above the passenger running board. Not the best pictures, but you get the idea. Its accessible with the running board down, but with it up you have to be really looking for it to see it.
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Neil Citro
2018 Reflection 28BH Pepwave
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Originally posted by Chuck48 View PostI want to start carrying an air compressor for my RV tires. I keep them at 115psi What’s out there that will fill these relatively fast that takes up the least amount of storage space and still do the job?Dave and Sue
2020 GD 2250RK
2019 F-150 XLT, 5.0, 4WD, SB
Curt 17500 WDH, 3.55
GY Endurance, Dexter EZ Flex
SCPO(SW) USN, (Ret), HP: Tampa Bay ⚓️🇺🇸
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Originally posted by Chuck48 View PostI want to start carrying an air compressor for my RV tires. I keep them at 115psi What’s out there that will fill these relatively fast that takes up the least amount of storage space and still do the job?
One word of advice, make sure you can reach all your tires before heading out. I tested mine at home and found I couldn't reach the back tire opposite of my battery, so I had to get an extension hose. Amazon sells a nice Viair hose with the Schrader valve on both ends, works pretty good.
Enjoy your shopping!Last edited by StephenO; 10-22-2020, 09:42 PM.2019 Imagine 2400BH
2019 F150 XLT Super Crew, EcoBoost, 6.5' box, Max tow package with 3.55 ratio
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If you don't want to go thru the hassle of the installing an onboard system but you want something convenient and small, I highly recommend the following. You can run it off of battery or supplied 110VAC power cord.
https://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DCC020...802680&sr=8-10
DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Tire Inflator, (DCC020IB)
Jeff and Debbie
2021 Imagine 2250RK
2015 Ram 2500 6.7 CTD Crew Cab Short Bed Factory Air-Ride Auto Level
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Originally posted by Chuck48 View PostI want to start carrying an air compressor for my RV tires. I keep them at 115psi What’s out there that will fill these relatively fast that takes up the least amount of storage space and still do the job?2018 Reflection 150 Series 220RK 5th whee, Star White 2022 F350 King Ranch CC Long bed (HAL) (CCC 4062lbs), B&W 25K OEM Companion,. SteadyFast system, Trailer reverse lights, rear receiver spare tire holder, storage tube, sumo springs, Victron MultiPlus 12/120/3000, Solar, Custom 6K axles upgrade, and other modifications.
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