ARCHIVE On Board Air Kits ala Wits' End...still working out da bugs
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NLXTACY
Wits' End
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- #42
Looks like I got to the point of having everything dialed in and cutting out the prototype when I got PM'd a suggestion. Since I was making a mount for the tank, what about extending it a little to add in an ARB compressor, single or twin? As it turns out I have a twin here and after giving it some thought I think it can be done and still look like it all belongs together. A mount that can use the ARB compressor or not and instead bring in the air from the York or another electric compressor. I was hoping to get further along but too many things to get under control and the York Kits have been a priority. I'll draw something up tonight.
NLXTACY
Wits' End
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- #43
I was at the metal shop yesterday. I am having another prototype for the air tank done this week and will have everything bolted up and tested before I go into production. I made one significant change that will hopefully eliminate the need to use a rivnut and an extended leg. I'll test it all this week when I pick up the proto.
I have everything else dialed in for the Underbody Air Tank Bracket Kit. This will mount to the cross-member that is accessible once you remove your spare tire. If you still have a spare under your truck this won't work for you BUT I will be doing the next two brackets so you will be covered.
This kit will include:
• Custom air tank cross-member bracket
• 2.5 gallon 200psi air tank
• Adjustable air regulator w/gauge
• All fittings included necessary for air tank install
• ~25ft of 3/8" nylon tubing (black or clear)
• All hardware necessary to install
Completely bolt on. Push in two 3/8" nylon hoses and its ready to go.
Price? I'll let you know as soon as I get the bracket quote back.
I have everything else dialed in for the Underbody Air Tank Bracket Kit. This will mount to the cross-member that is accessible once you remove your spare tire. If you still have a spare under your truck this won't work for you BUT I will be doing the next two brackets so you will be covered.
This kit will include:
• Custom air tank cross-member bracket
• 2.5 gallon 200psi air tank
• Adjustable air regulator w/gauge
• All fittings included necessary for air tank install
• ~25ft of 3/8" nylon tubing (black or clear)
• All hardware necessary to install
Completely bolt on. Push in two 3/8" nylon hoses and its ready to go.
Price? I'll let you know as soon as I get the bracket quote back.
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As long as you don't want a kidney I'm ready to order! Ready to get this going.
Quick question, I realize that the top of the York has different fittings for incoming and outgoing air. Will you be selling all three (I think) versions or will we need to source those ourselves?
And if I send you a pic can you tell me which kind I have?
Many thanks for your hard work!
Quick question, I realize that the top of the York has different fittings for incoming and outgoing air. Will you be selling all three (I think) versions or will we need to source those ourselves?
And if I send you a pic can you tell me which kind I have?
Many thanks for your hard work!
Done!
NLXTACY
Wits' End
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- #47
So I'm finally coming down the home stretch with this On Board Air project...but not yet. Right now it's about getting everything together in kits and stages. The stage today I'm working on is the suction side of the York 210 compressor. I've seen more installations of this in so many different wants that I'm amazed at this point.
There are only four types of fittings found on the York210, three that are popular. I pulled enough fittings together to at least get the ball rolling. Then I went to my local hydraulic hose shop to put something together and figure fittings out. I didn't want a huge stack of stupid fittings all converted together to make it work. I want as few fittings as possible.
I brought in all the options and just started building. This particular application is for the 80 Series but could be repurposed to any truck. Yeah I know there is a lawn mower filter that Tricky posted I could use but I always thought they looked like pimples. This hose would go from suction side off the top of the York 210 to the air filter canister. Yup...it means drilling ONE 9/16" hole.
There are only four types of fittings found on the York210, three that are popular. I pulled enough fittings together to at least get the ball rolling. Then I went to my local hydraulic hose shop to put something together and figure fittings out. I didn't want a huge stack of stupid fittings all converted together to make it work. I want as few fittings as possible.
I brought in all the options and just started building. This particular application is for the 80 Series but could be repurposed to any truck. Yeah I know there is a lawn mower filter that Tricky posted I could use but I always thought they looked like pimples. This hose would go from suction side off the top of the York 210 to the air filter canister. Yup...it means drilling ONE 9/16" hole.
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#madscientist !!!!!!
I'm glad you are working on having an electric add on. I'll look into taking the puma off its tank and bracket and relocate that pump into a rear quarter panel or something of the sorts and use your larger tank setup. Or just sell that racket and mount the York...ha
Progress?
NLXTACY
Wits' End
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- #53
I'm finally at the "pull the trigger" point on this. Here is everything that is going to come in THIS kit which is the:
• Rear Tank Mounting Kit- this kit will include everything you need to mount the 2.5 gallon tank at the rear under the truck. Once installed all you will need is to connect the hose that goes to the Quick Connect fitting and the air compressor output.
I will be making the bracket available separate because I have made some adjustments and added mounting holes for the ARB twin compressor AND a 1.0 gallon tank on the side OR nearly any of the VIAIR compressors.
Side note: I am now a reseller of VIAIR products. It was just easier to become a reseller than to just funnel sales elsewhere and force everyone to get the pieces on your own. Instead, its all going to be available through Wits' End.
I will put up links as soon as I have the tested prototype back from powder coating so that I can do some product photos and possibly a video or two.
• Rear Tank Mounting Kit- this kit will include everything you need to mount the 2.5 gallon tank at the rear under the truck. Once installed all you will need is to connect the hose that goes to the Quick Connect fitting and the air compressor output.
I will be making the bracket available separate because I have made some adjustments and added mounting holes for the ARB twin compressor AND a 1.0 gallon tank on the side OR nearly any of the VIAIR compressors.
Side note: I am now a reseller of VIAIR products. It was just easier to become a reseller than to just funnel sales elsewhere and force everyone to get the pieces on your own. Instead, its all going to be available through Wits' End.
I will put up links as soon as I have the tested prototype back from powder coating so that I can do some product photos and possibly a video or two.
Hey Joey,
QQ for you.
Regarding York vs. Viair, is there a pro vs con where I can research which is the better way to go for my application? (which essentially is just inflating for wheeling purposes, nothing crazy)
York seems like; doesn't take up any space underneath, proven design, but maybe more in-depth install process?
Viair seems like your rig does NOT need to be running, could be disconnected to switch between other rigs more easily, install might be easier(?)
Being an air noob, what am I missing or not seeing/understanding?
QQ for you.
Regarding York vs. Viair, is there a pro vs con where I can research which is the better way to go for my application? (which essentially is just inflating for wheeling purposes, nothing crazy)
York seems like; doesn't take up any space underneath, proven design, but maybe more in-depth install process?
Viair seems like your rig does NOT need to be running, could be disconnected to switch between other rigs more easily, install might be easier(?)
Being an air noob, what am I missing or not seeing/understanding?
NLXTACY
Wits' End
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- #55
Picked up the prototype and it's really close. I went with 10 gauge so it's really stout but I think it's not needed. 12 gauge would probably be fine. I have to modify the mounting holes to test fit but that'll be in the next hour. For now so you can the options.
NLXTACY
Wits' End
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- #58
Ok the test fitting with the 2.5 gallon and the bracket went well. I have a few holes that need to be shifted/enlarged but no biggie. There are two unnecessary wings I'm going to trim down. I kept them there for future mounting options but I don't think it will be necessary.
