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SFandH
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air compressor for tires
I know there are nomads who are experts at inflating tires so I thought I'd ask before I go and buy a 12V air compressor. Any favorites? Anything I
should watch out for? I won't be using it much but of course I want it to work when needed.
In addition to my F-250 I have a house trailer that needs 50 psi, I think, not sure.
I prefer just to go to Autozone or another auto parts store in San Diego over ordering one via the Internet.
Thanks in advance.
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David K
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Only get one that clips onto the battery not plugs into cig. lighter.
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willardguy
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get what ever one Harald recommends!
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Udo
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Get the one from Harbor Freight that costs about $70.00. It inflates a flat tire to 40 PSI in about 6 minutes.
It is model number 69285
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Fatboy
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Yes, battery clip version, not cig like David says and....
If not that then ....
O'Reilly and probably Autozone stock the MV-50 for about $60. Perfect? Very best? No but is probably the best choice under $75 out there. Pretty
reliable, plenty of pressure, pretty quick.
They do have a couple of weak spots as does everything else.
The MV-50's last me about 5 years each, probably airing up 150 plus tires during that time. Where the cheap cig lighter version last me about 10 to 20
air ups before failing.
Hmmmm.... I sure do seem to air up a lot of tires.....? 
I also spend a lot of time on rough rocky dirt roads.
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...and currently on sale....
http://www.harborfreight.com/12volt-150-psi-compact-air-compressor-69285.html
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MMc
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I am very happy with my Viare. I believe you get what you pay for. http://www.viaircorp.com/
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Bob and Susan
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"real truck" tires likean f250 take 70 pounds to fill...
trailer tires 60-65 pounds
car tires are 36-40 pounds
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your endorsement means the world to me - thank you!
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My Quick Air that plugs into my lighter is on it's third Tacoma. You do get what you pay for.
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StuckSucks
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Yes and yes. It costs a little more, but really throws a lot of air VERY FAST into a 33" tire.
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tripledigitken
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SS,
Which model do you have?
Thanks
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MMc
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I have a 300p for a bunch of years. I mostly air up with it take about 15 to 20 mins to do most times. YMMV.
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StuckSucks
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I also have the VIAIR 300P. I need to time it the next time I fill tires (likely this weekend), but I'd swear I can go from 15psi to 35 in just a couple minutes.
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300P Air Compressor Specifications
- Motor voltage - 12 volt
- Motor type - Permanent magnetic
- Max. duty cycle: 33% @ 100 PSI
- Max. working pressure - 150 PSI
- Max. Amp draw - 28 Amps
- Continuous use @ 72°F & 30 PSI - 40 min
- Max. ambient temperature - 158°F
- Min. ambient temperature - -40°F
- CFM @ 0 PSI - 2.40
- Fuse - 40 Amps
- Inline pressure gauge - 100 PSI
- Auto. Reset thermal protection - Yes
- Dimensions - 9.80"L x 4.90"W x 7.50"H
- Net weight - 8.60 lbs
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Quote: Originally posted by Fatboy  | Yes, battery clip version, not cig like David says and....
If not that then ....
O'Reilly and probably Autozone stock the MV-50 for about $60. Perfect? Very best? No but is probably the best choice under $75 out there. Pretty
reliable, plenty of pressure, pretty quick.
They do have a couple of weak spots as does everything else.
The MV-50's last me about 5 years each, probably airing up 150 plus tires during that time. Where the cheap cig lighter version last me about 10 to 20
air ups before failing.
Hmmmm.... I sure do seem to air up a lot of tires.....?
I also spend a lot of time on rough rocky dirt roads.
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Here's the write up. might as well be familiar with the procedure on repairing the weak link.
http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=59459#pid7486...
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John M
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I support the Viair compressor
I have the Viair 400p
My suggestion is to get a second air hose (even a Harbor Freight cheapie) - there is an rubber o-ring on the air line where it connects to the
compressor - mine split making for a troublesome repair. I think we simply ran it too long without letting the hose connection area cool a bit, airing
up several vehicles one right after the other. Viair sent me a new hose after a single call to them.
Had it nine years and it's still pumping out air just fine.
John M
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BooJumMan
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Ha, we have these threads quite a bit!
I'm usually not very strongly opinionated and usually agree with people most the time, but I REALLY think the ViAir's are overpriced.
I hard mounted an MV-50 in my engine bay for 10 years and it lasted until I took it out when I sold the car. Tried pumping my tires up in sand, and it
sucked in sand and finally quit. Bought another one last year and use it 10-20 times a year. They are $75ish from Pepboys/O'Reilly/Amazon.
Either way, if you buy a ViAir, I'm sure you'll be stoked with it, but the MV-50's work extremely well and are a fraction of the price.
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Bajavanadu
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I have this one
http://www.amazon.com/Smittybilt-2781-5-65-Universal-Compres...
It is exceptional
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What does a "33% duty cycle" mean in practical application?
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