air compressors

[jkmac408]

I was wondering what air compressors some of you are using to air up your motorhome tires. We have a gas MH so no built in air comp.

[et2]

The Logans wrote:
Just a comment...

The Viair 400P-RV is $202.00 on eBay. About twice the price of a pancake compressor, and is only 12v with a 30a draw. It's mandatory to have the engine running to use it, so it seems more practical to use a 110v compressor either from the genset or from the inverter.

Just my thoughts...

I've always "topped" off my tires using it without starting the vehicle. Not much amperage or battery draw happens in that case. Yes it's 12 volt, and can be used anywhere one doesn't have a generator or power hookup. It fits neatly in many places a much larger and heavier unit won't, without compromising much space. Actually ours is in the toad 24/7, just in case I need to fill my tire or do a road side repair on my or another motorist vehicle anytime anywhere. It's not just dedicated to the MH.

It'll do everything the larger units will, albeit slower. But We have it everywhere we go and Have no power limitations .

[The_Logans]

Just a comment...

The Viair 400P-RV is $202.00 on eBay. About twice the price of a pancake compressor, and is only 12v with a 30a draw. It's mandatory to have the engine running to use it, so it seems more practical to use a 110v compressor either from the genset or from the inverter.

Just my thoughts...

[wa8yxm]

Sears :Crafstmabn: 150 PSI Pancake compressor NOTE my six gallon tank is not enough to air up in a single recharge in some cases. But it gets it done.

Also picks up the motor home with the help of a 12 ton air/hydraulic botttle jack from Harbor Freight. Runs the air wrenches, and other tools..

But it does take multiple tanks of air for most jobs.

[Garry_Gayle]

I just sold my Viair 400P-RV (takes too long to top off 125psi tires) and bought a 6 Gal DeWalt Pancake 165psi. DeWalt is cheaper also.

[Ductape]

et2 wrote:
http://www.viaircorp.com/portables/400p-rv-auto/


They aren't cheap. But extremely portable and will fill anything. Top off ours all the time. Used for many years. Buildt very well. Can use the toad battery or MH battery to run it.

That's the brand I use. Probably 15 years old and filled countless tires.

[RE_Todd]

I have a 3 gallon Craftsman.

[et2]

http://www.viaircorp.com/portables/400p-rv-auto/


They aren't cheap. But extremely portable and will fill anything. Top off ours all the time. Used for many years. Buildt very well. Can use the toad battery or MH battery to run it.

[STBRetired]

I used to have a Porter Cable 5 gallon pancake compressor, but now I have a Senco 1 gallon compressor. It takes up less space and is MUCH quieter. The down side is it takes a lot longer to air up a tire if there is a significant loss of pressure. I very seldom need to add air while out on the road. I always check the tires at home before I leave and it usually takes a couple months to drop 1 PSI according to the TPMS.

[Bob___Ann]

gsf35099 wrote:
I carry a Pancake 5 gallon 150 psi compressor with me. I've got the onboard, but it takes to long.

X2 You can pick one up at Lowe's.

[gsf35099]

I carry a Pancake 5 gallon 150 psi compressor with me. I've got the onboard, but it takes to long.