On-board Air Compressors
Since Pismo Beach is now a regular destination for me and airing down the tires is a requirement, I'm looking at options for an on-board Air System. I've settled on a system by VIAIR with dual com...
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otrfun wrote:adamis wrote:The Extreme Flow at 8 CFM is going to fill those tires dramatically faster than the other two. Me, I'd spend the extra $500 for the Extreme Flow. You're already in for $900-$1000. What's another $500 to do it really right--lol!
Thanks everyone for your comments. I'm leaning towards the following options:
1. VIAIR Dual 485C with 2.5 Gallon Reserve Tank for $840.00. It flows 3.82CFM at 0 PSI and 2.09CFM at 100PSI.
2. Extreme Air Magnum Kit for $950.00. It flows 6CFM at 0 PSI and 2.6CFM at 100PSI.
3. Extreme Flow Belt Drive for $1500 (the compressor is only $425 but the mounting kit to attach to the engine is another $1100.00). It flows 8CFM at 100 PSI.
Considering the costs, the ExtremeAir Magnum looks to be pretty close to the best balance between performance and cost. The belt drive solution looks spectacular but the mounting kit is way more expensive than I can justify for this project.
It is tempting but I was already splurging at the $1000 range. I think also I would like to keep the engine Bay as uncluttered as possible so I'm not paying a shop extra time to remove something in order to service the truck. It is still in the back of my mind as I haven't pulled the trigger just yet (I have a couple of weeks before I have to make a decision) so we shall see what might pop up till then.
