Ford Raptor SVT VIAIR Bolt in compressor kit

[Addictive Desert Designs]

Happy to hear it worked out for you. Thanks for coming down and working it out with us.

 

[BigJ]

Sweet SOCO! Gratz on the install.

FYI, you might want to check this out. I've had my first 'issue' with the Viair. You're in better shape than I am given the placement on the truck, but still I think this is something you're going to want to be aware of.

http://www.svtoffroad.com/showthrea...board-Air-System&p=24397&viewfull=1#post24397

PS: Did you end up wiring thru the OEM system? Or did you use the supplied Viair bits?

 

[A.I.I.Raciing]

Can you post a pic of the bracket off the truck for me?

 

[BigJ]

You bet:







(See the signs of moisture? No doubt this thing has been off for a while and sucked in some dust and probably water.)

 

[Talon]

i like this idea....but what about it being exposed to the elements? i just soaked my truck in mud this past weekend and im wondering how it will effect this compressor?

 

[BigJ]

i like this idea....but what about it being exposed to the elements? i just soaked my truck in mud this past weekend and im wondering how it will effect this compressor?

The 450x compressor is a completely sealed unit. You can splash it down all day and not have to worry... that assumes you've remote mounted your air intake filter. You'll need to get that intake up away from water or you'll suck it in, and hopefully blow a fuse before blowing the compressor itself.

 

[BigJ]

Speaking of remote mounting the intake filter, here's my solution (hopefully sparks an idea or two for the ADD solution)

http://www.svtoffroad.com/showthrea...board-Air-System&p=24409&viewfull=1#post24409

 

[MarkT]

Speaking of remote mounting the intake filter, here's my solution (hopefully sparks an idea or two for the ADD solution)

http://www.svtoffroad.com/showthrea...board-Air-System&p=24409&viewfull=1#post24409

My idea is to mount my entire Viair compressor inside a weatherproof box... like a mil surplus ammo can. I'm planning on using a set of cheap jumper cables to connect to the battery when needed. Jumpers and hose can be stored inside the box until needed. Haven't decided whether to hard mount the box or keep it portable.

One additional danger on the "no-tank" compressors.... the air outlet is open to the elements at all times and capping it is not recommended. (Could be dangerous if compressor is turned on before cap is removed). These compressors also come with a special hose that is "open" at all times.

(If you mount one of these "no-tank" compressors in the open, I'd recommend running it a few seconds before connecting the hose to blow out any debris that might have gotten inside... )

 

[GymRat]

I'm new to portable compressors. Will this thing run an impact wrench?

 

[BigJ]

I'm new to portable compressors. Will this thing run an impact wrench?

Hi 'Rat. I'm no expert, but I believe the answer is 'yes it will run it, but not well'. To run a tool like that you want a constant source of air. A compressor without some sort of buffer tank will give you a pulsating source of air that may or may not be enough to power the tool strongly, to break the nut and/or keep it spinning. And I definitely wouldn't trust it to tighten alone (say a wheel lug nut or some such).

A tank will let the compressor run constantly, and the tool will draw from the tank for constant air, at least for a little while. How long is dependent on the size of your tank, the speed at which your compressor can refill it and keep it full, and how much air your impact wrench is drawing.