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Craigaz · 12-31-2019, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Lt Dan

I carry the Porter Cable CMB15 which is a 150psi compressor, only weighs 20lbs and will add air to a 110psi tire in no time flat. I would rather do that than run a 380hp engine just to add a few pounds of air while it cycles on and off.

I've got the same compressor and it has served me very well. Would buy again in a heartbeat.

firedoc · 12-31-2019, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Ray,IN

Whichever type or brand air compressor you buy, always use an inline water filter to keep from adding water/moisture to your tires. Moisture is what causes wider tire pressure variations. Think of those who use Nitrogen to inflate tires, it is completely dry.

Where do you get these little babies?

Bobby F · 01-01-2020, 12:16 AM

https://www.amazon.com/Jewboer-Separ...7862949&sr=8-2

ruffian · 01-01-2020, 04:50 AM

On the couple of occasions I needed to add 10 -15 lbs to the 22.5 in. tires, I used the engine air compressor. There is a small hassle involved in the on-board compressor but I don't have to store and pay fuel bill, hauling a portable compressor around for years.

Reacher · 01-01-2020, 06:36 PM

I have a heavy PC one that I used to lug around, until I found this one. Usually on sale around Christmas and Father's day for under 50 bucks. It will even power my brad/nail gun. I use it with a good pressure gauge attachment for the tires:

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-2-Ga...sor/1000226861

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

KatieVL · 01-02-2020, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr_D

Due to the size of my tires I got the Viair 450 RV kit. Pumps my front 365/70 tires to 125 psi. Takes a while but the 450 is rated as continuous use although you do have to let it cool down.

That is the same one I have. It works great. Strong enough to pump up my 22.5 inch tires.

normburgess · 01-02-2020, 02:51 PM

[QUOTE=Sunrise33;5087456]Hello,
I was just wondering what type of portable air compressor people recommend to carry on board for keeping tires properly inflated.
Curious on Brand, Model, etc for convenience.
Thanks
Mike[/QUOTE

we have a Viair 400 RV compressor and it works great , works off the RV battery

normburgess · 01-02-2020, 02:52 PM

we have a Viair 400 RV compressor and it works great. works off the RV battery but will pump up 100psi tires without a problem... very compact for storage, but it is pricey.

jcschultz01 · 01-02-2020, 03:11 PM

I bought a Viair 450-RV (used on Craigslist) because I bought 13 ply truck tires for my 5th wheel and these run at 110 PSI and my older compressor couldn't do it.

Dtango · 01-02-2020, 03:17 PM

I chose this guy as it has a nice low profile to fit in the storage compartment but has enough poop to run a long hose if necessary.
We have a trailer with a can am spyder that we tow so... lots of tires.

CFXCH · 01-02-2020, 03:27 PM

Any compressor that will pump its reservoir up to 150 psi.

willbush · 01-02-2020, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Sunrise33

Hello,
I was just wondering what type of portable air compressor people recommend to carry on board for keeping tires properly inflated.
Curious on Brand, Model, etc for convenience.
Thanks
Mike

Agree with another individual;I have 2 of these;works great.
https://www.amazon.com/40047-400P-RV...7388319&sr=8-2

Johnynorthla · 01-02-2020, 04:39 PM

I have a class C with 16 inch Hancook tires that inflate to 80 pounds. I bought the porter cable compressor that you have a picture of on the title of this post. It inflates to 150psi. Bought it at toolnut.com with a coupon, works good and I like that it’s all in one case. I did not use the included elcheapO coil hose, I find them to be China crap! So I went to Harbor freight and bought a rubber air hose and put my own air chucks on it then just roll it up and put it in a compartment. I have no issues, was very reasonably priced, but then again I only inflate 80 psi.

T12 · 01-02-2020, 04:42 PM

The second post shows a picture of what is called a pancake air compressor. I carry one similar, the only real difference is the brand. The picture shows a Rigid brand, mine is Porter Cable. The advantage to this designed is the low wide profile. Not likely to tip over. Also, many are oilless. Many of the vehicle emergency compressors have a time limit as to how long they can run. My compressor is designed to run pretty much all day. I only paid about $100 at a big box store sale.