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General Boards => Off Topic => Topic started by: Jonesy on May 27, 2015, 10:30:06 PM
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What portable 12v air compressors do members have or recommendations for a MU-X owner considering a purchase?
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I have had one of the $99 Aldi specials for about 2 years and can't fault it. Lots of very similar on the market for a lot more dollars.
Dave
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Dr air pro flow 150l - Goes great. Under 200 too.
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Bushranger RV.
A good 4x4 magazine comparison is available online (can't remember website, but Google it).
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Hi Jonesaj,
I have the ARB CKMA12 mounted in the engine bay, 2 year warrantee.
Only went this way because I went with ARB's lockers. Use to have a similar ARB one on my old 60 series, never had an issue with them.
What ever brand you go with I would recommend one with as long a warrantee as you can find. One that if you have an issue with it you can take it back and get some help.
Good luck, I hate buying stuff like this nowadays, there are just to many bloody options available. I just went through this crap with what driving lights to buy.
Cheers
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http://www.4wdsupacentre.com.au/products/air-compressors.html
I run the thumper in my GU Patrol. all hard wired and mounted, Bargain at $119, also have a 9L air thank plumbed up with nitto fittings, can run air tools with it.
Can pump 4x 235/85/R16 tyres from 18-40psi in just over 4 minuets
As for the MUX my Old TJM 72L/M compressor from the patrol, not hard wired just sits in a bag, its not going to get used much just in case of emergency.
TJM compressor was good but due to old age struggled to get over 45Psi any more Needed to run those pressures with thy type of tyres I have in the patrol as for the MUX its fine as don't need more than 32psi in them, so still preforms well.
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I have the ARB CKMA12 mounted in the engine bay
Any chance of some info / pics on where and how you mounted the compressor in the engine bay. I'm planning to do the same, but still have to figure out where/how to mount the compressor in the engine bay.
Thanks ..............
John
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Just like this,
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What driving lights you going with Parko?
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Thanks Guys
I was looking at the Thumper myself as these seem good value.
No Aldi in Mackay yet DMaxDave.
Not wanting to spend big $ as usage would be minimal, but like insurance, you never know when you may need it so that's why I will get one.
Cheers
Andrew
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What driving lights you going with Parko?
BULLET 28 inch 180w LED Driving Light bar. I will update my welcome thread with photos once mounted.
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What driving lights you going with Parko?
BULLET 28 inch 180w LED Driving Light bar. I will update my welcome thread with photos once mounted.
Is this what your getting Parko?
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/BULLET-28-inch-180w-LED-Driving-Lights-CREE-Light-Flood-Spotlights-Offroad-4WD-/381240876956?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item58c3ba1f9c
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What driving lights you going with Parko?
BULLET 28 inch 180w LED Driving Light bar. I will update my welcome thread with photos once mounted.
Is this what your getting Parko?
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/BULLET-28-inch-180w-LED-Driving-Lights-CREE-Light-Flood-Spotlights-Offroad-4WD-/381240876956?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item58c3ba1f9c
Exact one! Sitting on the bench at home ready for fitting,
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Hey Danny or Dave, just noticed there is no driving light thread. Any chance you could start one and take these last 3 posts over there. I was going to start one but didn't know if it was an external accessory or electrical. Thanks
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ABR Sidewinder twin air compressor.
Great compressor that i have had for approx 5 years with absolutely no dramas......fast inflation and great duty cycle - i can easily inflate 4 cruiser tyres and my camper trailer tyres.
http://www.sidewinder.com.au/page254.html (http://www.sidewinder.com.au/page254.html)
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X2 for the Dr Air Flow 150, brilliant.
Cheers
Dave
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X2 for the Dr Air Flow 150, brilliant.
That looks like a decent little unit for the price. :icon_thumleft:
Good review of it over here too: http://www.4wd1.com/Dr-Air-Pro-Flow.htm
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when i bought my ABR sidewinder compressor I did a lot of research.....and this came 3rd in the top compressors (as reviewed by 4wd action i think?)
It was only beaten by models that were 2-3 times the price!
I would seriously be checking these out.
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X2 for the Dr Air Flow 150, brilliant.
That looks like a decent little unit for the price. :icon_thumleft:
Good review of it over here too: http://www.4wd1.com/Dr-Air-Pro-Flow.htm
Looks identical to my $99 Aldi compressor ;)
Dave
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Sweet, I'll go have a look at Aldi to compare as there's one near my work.
For those interested, The Dr Air has a 5 year warranty.
4WD Action rated it #1 and #3 in its class depending on the model.
Check it out:
http://www.4wdaction.com.au/sites/default/files/4WD169%20036-054%20FEATURE%20air_2.pdf
Fleabay has them going for $199:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/DR-AIR-PRO-FLOW-4X4-AIR-COMPRESSOR-4WD-ACTION-MAGAZINE-BEST-OVERALL-150L-BONUS-/291010185683?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item43c18f09d3
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I have the thumper got it from the supacenter store it is fantastic does everything they told me it would do check it out on the supacenter site great buying for half the price or less at times got mine with a tyre gauge for $134
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Welcome to the forum newatthis! :hello:
Is this the Thumper air compressor you are talking about?
http://www.4wdsupacentre.com.au/thumper-air-compressor-4wd-and-outdoor-supacentre.html
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I've also got one of the Dr Air Pro 150 Compressors. Great value and works well.
I inherited an ARB High Output Air Compressor from my old man a while back. It also does the job well and being mounted in the plastic box makes it a bit more convenient to use I reckon, but it gets unbelievably hot if you use it to pump up a few tyres consecutively.
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I too have the Thumper and got it for 'free' with a year's subscription of a magazine... :-D
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Anybody had any experiences with the BBT Gold series compressor? I was looking to get a Thumper based on the review that's been posted previously but a friend sent me this link, I'd never heard of BBT before so i'm a bit skeptical about their quality.
http://www.bbta.com.au/products/BBT-Gold-Series-Compressor.html
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No, I haven't heard of it. Looking at the specs, its sounds almost exactly the same as the Thumper. The gauge looks exactly the same. Has the same accessories too.
Must be worth it for this alone:
Gold Colored Sleeve and Heads - Looks a Million Dollars
LOL! :laughing7:
I picked up the Thumper today from the deal I posted in the deal thread. Lots of reviews of it, so I think you can't go wrong with that at $99.
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I have the thumper got it from the supacenter store it is fantastic does everything they told me it would do check it out on the supacenter site great buying for half the price or less at times got mine with a tyre gauge for $134
I too have one of these got it last year from the super centre for $109 plus $10 delivery.have used it a few times cant fault it.I inflated a dead flat tyre (205 60 15) in under 2 mins to 40 psi
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Just saw this on Facebook. May interest somebody
Dave
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I run twin jedair (oasis) air compressors on my work ute. Bloody awesome! A little out of the hundred dollar price range :sad10:
Can run a 3/4 rattlegun flat out till the batteries go flat!
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Guys,
I bought the best compressor I could afford and I ended up with one from Superdupercheap, its this model;
http://www.supercheapauto.com.au/online-store/products/Ridge-Ryder-Air-Compressor-12-Volt-Ultimate.aspx?pid=299651#Recommendations
I know it's a cheap but it's probably on the better end of cheap, reviews all seem positive on the unit.
Got it for $199 on special. I hate the battery connectors though, do you guys see any issue with changing the plug to a cigarette lighter socket and using that instead?
Cheers,
Bill.
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The only issue with using a ciggie socket is the ciggie socket is not rated for the job. Ciggie sockets are normally rated at only 10 amps but that compressor will draw probably around 40 amps (I have a similar looking compressor and it does). You would be popping fuses and possibly run the risk of a short and resultant fire. With a compressor like yours, make sure you only use it with the engine running as it will drain a battery pretty quickly.
Maybe wire up a short length of 6B&S from the battery to an Anderson plug under the bonnet, don't forget to add a 40 amp fuse between battery and plug. Then cut off the aligator clips but leave about 300 mm of cable. Now on each end of the cut cable add an Anderson plug. You can still join the cable (using the Anderson plugs) and use the aligator clips on any battery but also be able to take the aligator clips off and plug directly into the Anderson plug under your bonnet.
Dave
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Cigarette lighter - NO
The compressors draw far too much current for these. Some up to 40/50 amps!!
Use an Anderson plug if you want to change the alligator clips. Mount one permanently (fused to about 60A) connected directly to your battery, and as close to your battery as possible. Plug the compressor in when needed - quick and easy.
Run the motor while you are using the compressor so the battery is not flattened.
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Thank you Gentlemen :notworthy:
Luckily I asked first before giving it a go! :crybaby2:
I like the idea of installing an Anderson plug, I will be able to do this myself, besides a permament compressor install, the Anderson plug is the next best thing.
Cheers,
Bill.
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Will probably look at doing the same with an Anderson plug for a non-permanent install.
Al.
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Hi,
I'm running with a Air Max III by Bush ranger. Very good unit, not cheap tho. Think it was around $350 with a tyre pluggit kit. Comes with a 5 year warranty! Very happy with it, never missed a beat.
http://www.bushranger.com.au/maxair_3_compressor.php#.VrAHJNI0Wm4
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I had a repco, lasted about twelve months, I now have a TJM, very happy with it
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I have an LST, currently I have a portable compressor that runs off of the battery. I was wondering what on board options others have fitted? I've been thinking long and hard and am considering running an in board,
I was contemplating running something like the ARB CKMA12 and mounting it inside the 3rd row cup holder above the L/H side wheel well. Then having a the cooker accessible from the plastic sidewall just near the 12v outlet. Has anyone else tried this?
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I have an LST, currently I have a portable compressor that runs off of the battery. I was wondering what on board options others have fitted? I've been thinking long and hard and am considering running an in board,
I was contemplating running something like the ARB CKMA12 and mounting it inside the 3rd row cup holder above the L/H side wheel well. Then having a the cooker accessible from the plastic sidewall just near the 12v outlet. Has anyone else tried this? Sent from my 0PJA10 using Tapatalk
Blackdragon, did you end up mounting it under the 3rd row cup holder on the left? I saw that someone on a Fbook page had done it and I took it off yesterday - there is a heap of room in there. Is it the same amount of room on the other side?
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Anyone considering a Thumper from 4wd Supacentre be warned.
Bought one April 2015, used it about 6 times just to top up car tyres, went to use it last week - no air just a lot of noise.
Rang 4wd Supacentre, submitted a claim, got the runaround.
Unit is as brand new, offered to present it to Lylidale store for inspection but kept getting the runaround.
Unit is guaranteed for 12 months but I believe they should have at least considered replacement.
Wont buy anything from them again.
Jeff
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Thanks for the heads-up.
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Thanks for the heads-up.
x 2 :icon_thumleft:
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Awesome read guys, I was sold on ARB compressors but it looks like you can get better for less... food for thought..