Under Hood Air compressor

[mrfixit]

I'd like to find an adequate air compressor I can install underhood that will be somewhat durable. I don't want a cheezy slastic tire-filler; I want something that I can plumb into a small tank for air-ride seats and occasional blowgun use, plus maybe power a set of train horns..lol..
Any ideas? Is there one that mounts to a 7.3 used in buses for air brakes or such?

 

[blacksnapon]

Check out a compressor for air suspension on a lincoln.

 

[mrfixit]

great! will do... is this a self-regulated system, or does it use an equalizer valve like a big truck?

 

[blacksnapon]

great! will do... is this a self-regulated system, or does it use an equalizer valve like a big truck?

Theres a regulator that goes by the height sensors at the wheels. You'll have to manufacture something to take the place of the sensors.

 

[ProjectResponder]

MrFixit,

I have an onboard air system on my truck. It powers my stuttertone air horns, my air springs and provides air for my impact wrench and other pneumatic tools.

I had to have the mount custom fabricated, but everything else was plug and play. I love it. If there is anything I do to help, let me know.

MN

 

[mrfixit]

Thanks. I also use a LOT of air on my freightliner, but I thought it was ODD that international didn't make one for THIS motor.
I'll check those sites and get back with you on questions. Thanks for answering!

 

[bowtiehatr]

http://www.vmac.ca/index.php

it even has a super duty in the home page!!

 

[Brian_B]

York compressor? Isn't that an automotive A/C comproessor? I think I have heard of that sort of conversion before.

 

[6L PWR]

http://www.vmac.ca/index.php

it even has a super duty in the home page!!

I don't know bowtie, it only puts out 150 CFM at 175 psi. I don't know about Tom, but I want to fill a flat tire in less than 1 second!! Not 1.5 secs.

 

[bowtiehatr]

yeah true, i have seen some old people, counting the seconds of every hour feeling their youth is slipping by.....confused

 

[mrfixit]

yeah true, i have seen some old people, counting the seconds of every hour feeling their youth is slipping by.....confused

And I have seen some who just seem to master the art of putting out a lot of AIR , albeit HOT...

 

[bowtiehatr]

so is that how he makes his cookies? lol

 

[mrfixit]

Convection confections.... now there's a catchy name

 

[6L PWR]

Convection confections.... now there's a catchy name

Yes, I do use a convection oven. It's the best for baking.

 

[mrfixit]

In your case, I think it's referred to as a CONVICTION oven...

 

[6L PWR]

In your case, I think it's referred to as a CONVICTION oven...

I've never been CONVICTED of anything I'll have you know!!