Portable air compressor (1 Viewer)

[climbhi]

Looking at getting a portable unit to air back up after the trail. I have a 2016 4-runner and not looking at getting huge tires. Would you guys recommend something like this unit or have any other recommendations?

VIAIR 300P Portable Compressor
Amazon.com: VIAIR 300P Portable Compressor: Automotive


Thanks,
Scott

 

[half k cruiser]

I can't say enough good things about the PUMA 12v. I run mine with alligator clip leads so I can pass it back and forth between vehicles. I don't think there is anything comparable for even twice the price that can match it for CFM.

 

[2fpower]

Love my Puma too. The only downside is the size of the unit. Like @half k cruiser , mine is not mounted in the rig, as I move it from rig to rig using alligator clips to power it.

Your probably talking 4 times faster air up times than a typical 12v pump. For 35" tires I think it was about 1 minute to bring from 15 psi to 35psi.

I bought a Viair 85p for my son for xmas, but it was cheap on black friday deal. More of an emergency type pump in my opinion.

 

[half k cruiser]

I would also note my PUMA took a beating on my last trip to CO. I am filling up four 315 tires from 10psi to 35psi. The thin altitude makes it difficult for the pump to keep up. I don't remember what the duty cycles are for these but I'm certain its not 15 minutes continuous. Anyhow, you couldn't touch the pump head and the 10awg wires were getting warm. I did this several nights in a row. Here in Kansas its a much quicker fill, like Kelly said, maybe a minute or two per tire.

 

[2fpower]

I bought mine here.

Puma 12 Volt 1.5 Gallon Oil-Less Air Compressor Free Shipping Oiless 12V | eBay

 

[climbhi]

Thanks guys! I will check it out. Just starting to put together a wish list and trying to prioritize.