Air compressor for 35" tires

[fstfrd00]

I am looking for a compressor that won't struggle with airing up 35s. The faster the better. I did search but didn't see a lot beyond 285s.

 

[tommyzito]

Personally I use the ARB dual compressor. We air up our 33’s in no time. And I’m not sure a of pump that can do a better CFM, or is as reliable as the ARB.

 

[shansonpac]

I had done a lot of research on this, but meet a guy camping who showed me his 10 pound CO2 system. It would probably air up 30 35" tires with one charge. No moving parts. Nothing to burn up. I just bought the parts and am putting it together today. Something else to consider.

 

[madcratebuilder]

NAPA has the Max TraX line, they have a compressor that blows everything out of the water, 7 cfm if I remember right. On sale is about $100. Check out the YT reviews.

 

[North American Sojourner]

The difference between the ARB, Smittybuilt, a compressed Air Tank and my home 30 gallon compressor are minimal. It's like the difference between getting back to the house at 7:30pm and 7:50pm. Are we not out there to relax and get away from it all? Take a few minutes and walk around the rig. Make sure you're not dragging a deer down the road and back to the house. LOL.
Zim

 

[WTSMatt]

I just use the Harbor Freight one. Does well enough. Just gotta have it running before you hook up to tire or it can blow the fuse.

 

[fstfrd00]

thanks guys

 

[05EXCURSION]

If you really wanted a fast air compressor get a vmac really expensive but I can air up my 46" tires in 40 seconds

 

[tjZ06]

Personally I use the ARB dual compressor. We air up our 33’s in no time. And I’m not sure a of pump that can do a better CFM, or is as reliable as the ARB.

I just added the ARB dual to my truck which runs 37x13.5-17"s that I run at 50-55psi for the street and ~25-35psi for trails. I'll see how quickly it can air all 4 back up soon. I also have a Viair 450P that I was using previously (with 35x12.5-18" tires, same pressure ranges) and it was actually pretty quick to air all 4 back up from 35-55psi (maybe 10-15 minutes). However, on a trip where I went down to 25psi, and brought them back to 75psi (I was towing after the off road section of the trip) it took 10+ minutes per tire, and I was giving it a few minutes to cool between tires so it took over an hour total. Anyway, I added ARB lockers so I needed a built-in solution and went with the ARB dual.

I had done a lot of research on this, but meet a guy camping who showed me his 10 pound CO2 system. It would probably air up 30 35" tires with one charge. No moving parts. Nothing to burn up. I just bought the parts and am putting it together today. Something else to consider.

I suppose it all depends on what pressures you run. Some folks are running 35"s and only running 32psi and only air down to say 18psi, others might be running 80psi on the street and go down to say 25psi so that's a big difference. I have 10lbs Powertanks in addition to the compressors I mentioned above, and they are definitely way faster. With my WJ it was just a matter of seconds to go from around 18psi to 45. I haven't used one on my truck yet. Either way, I think 30 35" tires from one charge is optimistic. Here are charts from Powertanks:



So, with a 10lbs tank with a 35x12.5-17" if you're only adding 10psi (say 25-35psi) yes you should get ~30. However, if you're adding 20psi that drops to 16.

-TJ

 

[shansonpac]

I just added the ARB dual to my truck which runs 37x13.5-17"s that I run at 50-55psi for the street and ~25-35psi for trails. I'll see how quickly it can air all 4 back up soon. I also have a Viair 450P that I was using previously (with 35x12.5-18" tires, same pressure ranges) and it was actually pretty quick to air all 4 back up from 35-55psi (maybe 10-15 minutes). However, on a trip where I went down to 25psi, and brought them back to 75psi (I was towing after the off road section of the trip) it took 10+ minutes per tire, and I was giving it a few minutes to cool between tires so it took over an hour total. Anyway, I added ARB lockers so I needed a built-in solution and went with the ARB dual.



I suppose it all depends on what pressures you run. Some folks are running 35"s and only running 32psi and only air down to say 18psi, others might be running 80psi on the street and go down to say 25psi so that's a big difference. I have 10lbs Powertanks in addition to the compressors I mentioned above, and they are definitely way faster. With my WJ it was just a matter of seconds to go from around 18psi to 45. I haven't used one on my truck yet. Either way, I think 30 35" tires from one charge is optimistic. Here are charts from Powertanks:

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So, with a 10lbs tank with a 35x12.5-17" if you're only adding 10psi (say 25-35psi) yes you should get ~30. However, if you're adding 20psi that drops to 16.

-TJ

Thanks for the clarification. It is all about the volume and change in pressure. Great chart!

 

[NorCalRam]

I have this kit here and it airs up the 35"s with the morrflate in less than 10 minutes from 15psi to 40psi Airs up all 4 at the same time. Gets warm but haven't had an issue. It is nice to air up and air down 4 at once

 

[tjZ06]

I have this kit here and it airs up the 35"s with the morrflate in less than 10 minutes from 15psi to 40psi Airs up all 4 at the same time. Gets warm but haven't had an issue. It is nice to air up and air down 4 at once

Good call on the Morylate, I actually have their setup too and agree it's AWESOME to just air up all at once, and end up with perfectly balanced air pressures (I usually let it sit for a min or two once I close the valve and stop airing up). On full-time 4wd vehicles like my WK2 Trailhawk it's especially important to match pressures well.

-TJ

 

[Ragman]

I use this kit-it is strong enough to reinflate 4 35s with no break and has been reliable. It may not be the fastest on the market but I do think it is a great QPR.

Viair 40045 400P Automatic Portable Air Compressor

400P-Automatic is VIAIRís first Automatic shut-off function portable compressor. This 33% duty cycle unit is capable of pressures up to 150 PSI and can be operated for up to 40 minutes at a time before needing to be rested.

www.quadratec.com

 

[MMc]

I own a Viair and love it. I am hearing that NAPA is selling a very good unit for about $100.00, I would check it out.

 

[Uberland]

I use this kit-it is strong enough to reinflate 4 35s with no break and has been reliable. It may not be the fastest on the market but I do think it is a great QPR.

Viair 40045 400P Automatic Portable Air Compressor

400P-Automatic is VIAIRís first Automatic shut-off function portable compressor. This 33% duty cycle unit is capable of pressures up to 150 PSI and can be operated for up to 40 minutes at a time before needing to be rested.

www.quadratec.com

I second this…the Viair 400P might get a bit hot and take its time, but it’s well-constructed and the hoses that come with it are also high-quality, unlike some others (looking at you, ARB).

 

[KAIONE]

I use this kit-it is strong enough to reinflate 4 35s with no break and has been reliable. It may not be the fastest on the market but I do think it is a great QPR.

Viair 40045 400P Automatic Portable Air Compressor

400P-Automatic is VIAIRís first Automatic shut-off function portable compressor. This 33% duty cycle unit is capable of pressures up to 150 PSI and can be operated for up to 40 minutes at a time before needing to be rested.

www.quadratec.com

I second this…the Viair 400P might get a bit hot and take its time, but it’s well-constructed and the hoses that come with it are also high-quality, unlike some others (looking at you, ARB).

Agreed 100%

 

[kunstmilch]

It's a bit more expensive, but I installed a heavily modified York AC compressor and have ZERO regrets. It will keep up with power tools and everything else as well.

 

[KAIONE]

I’m thinking of using a Milwaukee M18 electric 2gal compressor. It’s 40lbs and bulky……but prolly work on anything and have the capability to run air tools along with other cordless tools.

Anyone else haul a full size compressor around? Worth it or no?

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 2 Gal. Electric Compact Quiet Compressor (Tool-Only) 2840-20 - The Home Depot

Keep your power cord stored when not in use with the help of this Milwaukee 2-M LithiumIon Brushless Cordless Electric Compact Quiet Compressor.

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[05EXCURSION]

I’m thinking of using a Milwaukee M18 electric 2gal compressor. It’s 40lbs and bulky……but prolly work on anything and have the capability to run air tools along with other cordless tools.

Anyone else haul a full size compressor around? Worth it or no?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk... to carry around a charger for your batteries

 

[KAIONE]

I’m thinking of using a Milwaukee M18 electric 2gal compressor. It’s 40lbs and bulky……but prolly work on anything and have the capability to run air tools along with other cordless tools.

Anyone else haul a full size compressor around? Worth it or no?

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwauk... to carry around a charger for your batteries

Lol, funny cause it was your rig that I thought about when I saw it at HD!! Then said to myself “it could fill most tirs really quickly”. My Viaair takes 30 mins for all 4 tires from 20-40psi. I want it to be more like 8-10mins.