Converting an electric compressor to gas - Pirate 4x4 Prior to unloading intake valves, the compressor would simply "blow down" when there was no demand This is less efficient than Intake unloading but it works just as well Understand that you will need an engine that has double the horsepower of the electric motor to run the pump
Which air compressors and stuff for my air suspension The compressor builds pressure within the air tank and the air tank stores the energy that can supply air tools with the required CFM On the other hand, a shop compressor, an EDC, or a Series Wound Motor (aka Universal Motor) found inside a winch; are all capable of delivering both high pressures and high volumes
building a refrigerated air dryer - Pirate 4x4 I am going to pick up a plasma cutter and it seems that without really dry air you have problems using up the consumables Many of the DIY air dryer threads focus on cooling off the air as it leaves the compressor All this basically solves is removing some water vapor from forming in your
Air compressor, with or without tank? - Pirate 4x4 So for those of you have use an air compressor to air up after wheeling, do you use an air tank along with your compressor, or do you fill directly from your compressor?
Air compressor shed? - Pirate 4x4 A few years ago a service tech from IR told me reciprocating air compressors don't need to be heated during the winter if the temperature doesn't drop below -10F when you plan to use it and you drain the tank soon after use The 3HP compressor in my unheated garage has been used semi-frequently during the winter for years and still works fine
Viair VS ARB air compressors - Pirate 4x4 I am looking to get an air compressor for my rig that will operate my lockers and be used to inflate my tires after wheeling I am looking at the Viair 450H and the ARB standard compressor kit I have heard some random complaints about the ARB compressor I haven't heard much about Viair, but
Built a Franzinator water seperator - Pirate 4x4 Finally got some time to get my air compressor going and after doing some online searches for water seperators, I decided to build a "Franzinator" It is named after its inventor designer I don't know the guy and I take no credit for the idea design It is simple and requires no maintenance
Analysis of common 60+ gallon Air Compressors - Pirate 4x4 This KOBALT compressor goes on sale for $449 99 every few months and I can wait for that price or talk to the local manager to get it If it's on sale naturally at $449 99, Lowes offers a military discount of 10% which brings this down to almost $400 for a 60 gallon compressor - or $6 74 gallon Best price of all the compressors listed here