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Title: Compresor review and other things
Post by: jeeves01 on Nov 03, 2015, 10:14:14 AM: Here is a review of compressors from Unsealed 4x4
http://www.unsealed4x4.com.au/issue017/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=New+Issue%3A+12V+Portable+Air+Compressor+Comparison&utm_campaign=Unsealed+4X4+Issue+017+-+Send+001#33
Just added this as I like Mazda and think is a good looking car for the Japanese..
http://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/mazda-skyactiv-r-rotary-to-arrive-without-electrification-but-turbo-likely-36573?utm_source=cg&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=theguide
and a bit of BT50 news
http://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/mazda-bt-50-ute-to-continue-regardless-of-toyota-or-ford-involvement-36575?utm_source=cg&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=theguide
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: My Names Earl on Nov 03, 2015, 10:51:13 AM: Just ordered a Dr Air Pro Flow 150l/m for $229, which included led work light, suppose to arrive today

http://m.ebay.com.au/itm/291010185683

Good compressor review here

http://www.4wdaction.com.au/articles/2011/issue-169-air-compressor-comparo-corrections

http://www.4wdaction.com.au/sites/default/files/4WD169%20036-054%20FEATURE%20air_2.pdf
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: wintrmute on Nov 03, 2015, 02:39:31 PM: Just on the topic of air compressors..

I bought a bigger compressor from Outbax Camping (via ebay), as my previous one was a bit undersized.. and was rather disappointed.
The supplied hose was faulty, and it took a LOT of emails and being ignored before they eventually sent out a replacement. The compressor itself doesn't feel that sturdy and was smeared with oil when it arrived.

Thoroughly recommend you avoid that mob. (Also avoid AGR Machinery, Edisons, et al, and I have strong suspicions about MyUtopia as well)
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: jeeves01 on Nov 03, 2015, 02:47:56 PM: I reckon I would be pretty sus about Tiger11 stuff as well. They aim at the cheaper end of the market and their snatch straps were recalled after a comparison review in this same mag. They were breaking at about half of their rated strength and I saw another comparison review where one of their products was not real good...can't remember what it was about at the moment.
I stick with mainstream known products at the best price I can. I have just ordered another 8k ARB snatch strap for a spare and I will be paying $79. I reckon that is a good price for a top rated product.
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: Stevo51 on Nov 03, 2015, 03:23:52 PM: Hi all just found a thumper with 10 issues of 4 x 4 mag for $119. Sounds pretty good to me any ideas??
Thanks Steve.
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: jeeves01 on Nov 03, 2015, 03:41:38 PM: See if it is the review. Cheap is usually cheap for a reason.
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: lurkr on Nov 04, 2015, 10:02:13 AM: Quote from: Stevo51 on Nov 03, 2015, 03:23:52 PM
Hi all just found a thumper with 10 issues of 4 x 4 mag for $119. Sounds pretty good to me any ideas??
Thanks Steve.
That sounds pretty good Steve. Those things go great, especially if it's the one with the nice long hose.
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: voids on Nov 04, 2015, 11:56:25 PM: Quote from: Stevo51 on Nov 03, 2015, 03:23:52 PM
Hi all just found a thumper with 10 issues of 4 x 4 mag for $119. Sounds pretty good to me any ideas??
Thanks Steve.

I've been running the thumper in my patrol for about a year so far and pretty good for $119, no problems so far. Im also running a 9L air tank with pressure switch, have compressed air fitting front and rear, the system can run a rattle gun too
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: Stafkel on Nov 05, 2015, 09:27:38 AM: I've been running a Thumper for eleven months with no issues, paid around the $120 mark for it and received a free Tyre pressure deflator with the purchase.
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: LST on Nov 05, 2015, 12:18:17 PM: I got the Thumper but its had very little use so far. The freebie Kwiky tyre deflator didn't fare so well in a comparo recently but it was mainly due to the stem not having a proper circlip on it. So I just popped the wire ring off and replaced it with a proper circlip. Its as good as the others now as the business end that attaches to the valve all seem to be identical
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: Richie rich on Nov 30, 2015, 09:06:04 PM: I fitted a ARB compressor under the bonnet near the master cylinder.. Works a treat.
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: jeeves01 on Dec 01, 2015, 08:44:52 AM: I have the same. No hassels...just pop the bonnet and pump up the tyres. Excellent...and don't hjave to stuff around getting the compressor ready for use etc. I get the diff lock fitted this Friday.
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: DMaximus on Dec 01, 2015, 08:58:21 AM: Quote from: Richie rich on Nov 30, 2015, 09:06:04 PM
I fitted a ARB compressor under the bonnet near the master cylinder.. Works a treat.

Hey Ritchie,

Do you have a pic of that?

Cheers
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: Richie rich on Dec 01, 2015, 09:09:10 AM: I'll post some pics tonight when I get home mate.
Cheers
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: Richie rich on Dec 01, 2015, 08:08:40 PM: Pics of the compressor....
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: DMaximus on Dec 01, 2015, 08:19:45 PM: Thanks for the pics. Looks good
Title: Re: Compresor review and other things
Post by: Richie rich on Dec 01, 2015, 08:22:52 PM: Cheers... Bit of mucking around but worth it. :occasion14: