Would not nitrogen be a better choice? I am not into the whole off-road stuff so I am not up on this stuff. I have run air tools and filled tires with Nitrogen (from my racing days) but not C02. I guess it would work OK.
CO2 works OK in my paintball marker but nitrogen works much better.
Somebody educate me...
__________________
2005 Tacoma Pre-Runner Dbl Cab, Long Bed, TRD Sport Pkg. Silver Streak.
^ I believe the idea is that you can get more "air" from a similar-sized bottle using CO2, for the same cost to fill.
Everything I am hearing/reading says a 10# co2 bottle will air up a set of 4 33" tires (from low to higher psi) about 20-30 times, depending on who you listen to and the manufacturer's claims.
Hey PIMPIN, i mean BB, have you considered the co2 tanks that wheelers carries. they are hyperflow. i really don't know anything about co2 tanks for our purposes. but it would be nice to get one. share any info that you develop.
^ I'm learning on the fly. I had previously thought that they had to be mounted up-right to operate. However, that is not true. They will work upsidedown or lying flat, too. This and the lack of (more) electrical circuits is what sold me on a tank over a compressor. You can even run ARB lockers off co2 tanks with no electrical switches.
I think this is what I want from Santa this year, but I don't want to get in a hurry and pick a lesser system. At the same time, I don't want to overpay for something just as good. I guess the biggest difference is the quality of the tank and the regulator.
screeber- 66 huh?
Yeah, the weather sucks pretty much. Had some flurries the other morning. Supposed to be a high of 44 tomorrow with sun. Hope it's nice, we're going on a Toys For Tots ride in so. Indiana.
Last edited by BillBrasky; 12-08-2006 at 05:40 PM.
Hey PIMPIN, i mean BB, have you considered the co2 tanks that wheelers carries. they are hyperflow. i really don't know anything about co2 tanks for our purposes. but it would be nice to get one. share any info that you develop.
Damn it. I was never very good at puzzles. Now I see it....
i don't know how much differences there are in tanks, other than size of course. but you are definitely right about the regulators, i think that is the bigger chunk of money. keep passing on the info.
This and the lack of (more) electrical circuits is what sold me on a tank over a compressor. You can even run ARB lockers off co2 tanks with no electrical switches.
Now that makes it a really great option.
You must have a better wife than I; I could not convince mine to buy anything "truck-related" for me. She says it's too impersonal.... I guess that means I'm getting boxers and socks again
i don't know how much differences there are in tanks, other than size of course. but you are definitely right about the regulators, i think that is the bigger chunk of money. keep passing on the info.
where and how do you plan on mounting it?
Probably look at aspot on top of the wheel well in the bed and just take it in and out as I need it. If not there, just inside the tailgate on the driver's side, long-ways, with the regulator pointing towards the back. Thats all I've got so far.
You must have a better wife than I; I could not convince mine to buy anything "truck-related" for me. She says it's too impersonal.... I guess that means I'm getting boxers and socks again
BB why a bottle and not a compressor? For the price of those tanks you could buy a really nice compressor like one of the ExtremeAire units, and tanks are cheap, you could get a 2-4 gallon tank for $60-$70. I'm not much help with the tanks, I know nothing about them really other then the Powertank's are I think the more popular of the bunch. Obviously you're paying for the regulator so go with what's best. I know tanks are convenient but a compressor with enough hose can be equally as nice for tools and airing up tires plus you never have to worry about running out of air. Personally I'd go with a compressor and mounted tank but I'm sure you have your reasons for going with a portable tank unit and if it was my money, looking at those three options I like the Powertank.
i don't know a whole lot about all these options for vehicles. but i do know that air tools require decent size compressors to be able to run. especially cut-off wheels, etc. i just can't imagine a small vehicle mounted compressor being strong enough to run the majority of air tools
The AutoGuide.com network consists of the largest network of enthusiast-owned enthusiast-operated automotive communities.
AutoGuide.com provides the latest car reviews, auto show coverage, new car prices, and automotive news. The AutoGuide network operates more than 100 automotive forums where our users consult peers for shopping information and advice, and share opinions as a community.
ToyotaNation.com is an independent Toyota/Lexus enthusiast website. ToyotaNation.com is not sponsored by or in any way affiliated with Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. The Toyota, Lexus and Scion names and logos are trademarks owned by Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc.
2005 Tacoma Pre-Runner Dbl Cab, Long Bed, TRD Sport Pkg. Silver Streak.
Now I see it....
Linear Mode
