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J__K_
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Apr 16, 2014

Inflating 110PSI Tires #2

My thanks to all who responded to my previous post "Inflating 110PSI Tires". Especially those who recommended the VIAIR Portable Compressor. I ordered and have received the 400P-RV Automatic Portable Compressor. It works like a charm although it is somewhat pricey, it surely beats having to locate a source to properly inflate the large tires that some RV's are equipped with. Thanks again everyone and let's keep in touch--your knowledge is invaluable.

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  • 150 lb 6 gal. pancake compressor. best $99 I have spent. Going on my third year. Always has air reserved for immediate use. 6 gal is enough to keep up with my blow gun set at around 30-40 lbs. for blowing dust off my Polaris RZR. When boon docking the Honda 2000 is used for topping it backup. Use it to blow out my fifth wheel and sprinkler system for winterizing. Topped off my old trailers 110 lbs tires in no time and plays filling up my 80 lb. tires on current trailer and truck. Easy portable to take to the storage lot to use there. I use it more than my Craftsman upright at home, its quieter also.
  • I was on a learning curve but I had a tire that only had 98# and it probably took less than 5 minutes after I figured out how to properly use it.
  • My question , How long to air up a 110 psi tire from say 90/ 110 psi?( with the Viair
  • Since it takes a while to air up that much, I use clip-on air chucks and just wait for the compressor to cut off (My rears need 120 psi, and that is right at the compressor cutoff.

    Makes it easy, I just move the hose everytime the compressor cuts off.
  • My Daddy beat it into my head.......buy a good tool ONCE vs cheap tool over and over and over.

    That's why I got the VIAIR prior to hitting the road. Used it for 7 yrs. taking care of my airing needs on trailer tires (110#) an truck tires (80#).
    Money well spent!
  • Quote - - works like a charm although it is somewhat pricey

    Remember , you almost always GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR !! :B
  • J. K. wrote:
    It works like a charm although it is somewhat pricey,
    Yeah, things that work well often are. Glad it's working.