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[*] posted on 4-13-2009 at 09:48 AM


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how does it compare to the one in the tienda?

[Edited on 4-12-2009 by woody in ob]


I've got the Costco version of this (Q-Max) and it's been working solid for 2 years. No leaks, gets the job done.
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[*] posted on 4-13-2009 at 09:57 AM


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My MV-50 has a problem that I am wondering if others have. At the two-piece, brass connector to the tire valve, I often get lots of leakage unless the brass connector is completely in-line with the tire valve. Of course, with the tension on the connector created by the yellow coiled air hose, the only way I can keep the brass connector in line is to manually hold it in place while inflation is going on. It's a pain in the burro.


If you push in while the brass connector is attached to the tire it has a deflate function. I've found you need to ensure it's pulled all the way back and that leakage will stop.
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[*] posted on 4-13-2009 at 11:17 AM


I need to fill to 60 psi. for the road. With that much air, x4 tires I will be spending 1/2 hour or more filling them. As a result I want something that has a high cfm at high pressure. Have not found one yet. Right now I have a 80cf scuba tank. Works well. If there is a high cfm @ high pressure 12v compressor out there, I am interested.
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[*] posted on 4-13-2009 at 01:07 PM


baja12valve get the 15 pound power tank, youll fill those tires in no time and allso use any air tool. powertank.com
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[*] posted on 4-13-2009 at 07:22 PM


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I need to fill to 60 psi. for the road. With that much air, x4 tires I will be spending 1/2 hour or more filling them. As a result I want something that has a high cfm at high pressure. Have not found one yet. Right now I have a 80cf scuba tank. Works well. If there is a high cfm @ high pressure 12v compressor out there, I am interested.


I have an Extreme Aire II, it fills 265/75/16 tires from about 46 to 70 lbs in about 3.5 minutes. Let's see 3.5 times 4, carry the 1....about 14 minutes. :biggrin:

I've had the pump for about 10 years and it's still going strong. I have it hard mounted in the bumper where a winch would normally go.




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[*] posted on 4-14-2009 at 05:48 AM
Baja air tank


Loved this one.....been there, done that. ;D

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[*] posted on 4-14-2009 at 01:39 PM
Viair Extreme On-Board Air Install + Pics


Installation took roughly 2 hours. That's Mike doing the Installation work.


Here's the parts that are included.


Almost installed.



Ready to inflate - the Chihuahua was included to show scale.


I inflated a 33" tire in roughly 35 seconds from 5 p.s.i. back up to 18 p.s.i., and the Nomads who watched were very impressed. Viair makes Good stuff!




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[*] posted on 4-14-2009 at 03:21 PM


Nice looking unit Ken, does it come standard with 2 compressors? What did it cost (without installation)? Does the chihuaha come with the kit?.....dt



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[*] posted on 4-14-2009 at 03:54 PM


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Nice looking unit Ken, does it come standard with 2 compressors? What did it cost (without installation)? Does the chihuaha come with the kit?.....dt


The Chihuahua was for, "illustration purposes only."LOL This is the "Extreme" setup rated for 37" tires - it comes standard with the two compressors, not just one. I bought this one since I plan to upsize to 35" tires after the 33" tires wear down. The 37"-rated system cost $450 - about $90 more than the 1 compressor system.

Mike (the installer) bought the 1 compressor Viair system, and he is completely satisfied since the 1 compressor airs up the air tank, and although it does not refill the air tank as fast as my system, once the tank is fully filled, it airs up the tires at the same rate.




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[*] posted on 4-14-2009 at 04:38 PM


Thanks for the info Ken. I have one of the smaller units that plug into the cigarette lighter. I could never get all 4 of my tires aired back up before the fuse would blow. I wrapped a gum wrapper around the fuse and "problem solved". Think I'll look into the Viair unit before I catch something on fire.....dt



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