Onboard air compressor recommendations

[Raptorial]

Looking for something to reinflate with in a reasonable amount of time (20min all 4)

Hopefully something that can mount cleanly in the bed.

Thanks fellas

 

[The Car Stereo Company]

there are lots of threads regarding air compressors. my setup is a bit overkill, but works very well. i use 4 compressors and 10 gallons of air

 

[dixonk]

After having had both portable and permanent air compressors I personally think a portable system is superior. I love my ARB twin compressor with tank and briefcase. I strap it to the bed of my truck and it rides there always. When I need it I can pull it out. If I want to use it elsewhere it’s too easy as well. On the other hand when I need everything out of the truck it’s simple enough to just remove the compressor.

 

[Raptorial]

After having had both portable and permanent air compressors I personally think a portable system is superior. I love my ARB twin compressor with tank and briefcase. I strap it to the bed of my truck and it rides there always. When I need it I can pull it out. If I want to use it elsewhere it’s too easy as well. On the other hand when I need everything out of the truck it’s simple enough to just remove the compressor.

Looks like a winner. Thanks !

 

[Milo12]

I use an ultra quiet Harbor Freight air compressor $130. I mounted it under the rear seat and use hoses to all 4 tires. It is super quick and makes very little noise.

 

[jzweedyk]

I use and like the ARB twin compressor. I have one in my Raptor, one in my Jeep and a single in my RZR.

 

[Raptorial]

Are you guys powering the ARB via one of the auxiliary switches ? Or going right into the battery ?

 

[JohnyPython]

I’ve been debating on board compressor or going to a Co2 tank (was gonna go the DIY route).

I got a tankless Campbell Hausfield that I’ve had forever. It’s not bad but takes a bit of time to fill 35s.

 

[jzweedyk]

Are you guys powering the ARB via one of the auxiliary switches ? Or going right into the battery ?

The main power feed has to go to the battery. With the ARB there is a trigger wire that can go to the switch, which is what I did. I actually use the switch that comes with it which I mounted near the compressor under the back seat, but the upfitter switch powers that, because I found that sometimes things in the back may shift and hit the power button. So it can be "on" but unless the upfitter switch is on the compressor will not run, and visa versa.

 

[dillard09]

I have the ARB twin briefcase. It easy to move around from the Raptor to the Jeep. Fills 40s with no problem. Sit it on the ground by the battery and the supplied hose can reach all 4 tires on the Raptor. When done roll up hose, roll up positive and negative cables and shut box, and put it back in the bed.
Its not cheap at $899.