Whats a decent air compressor to work for 80s? (1 Viewer)

[JerryLX450]

I thought I saw a post on this in the past but when I searched I couldn't find it.

I'd like to purchase air compressor that I can wrench or for example, unbolt 80s wheels.
I dont need 60 gallons or big one and also I dont want hear complain from my neighbor because of the air compressor noise.

Anybody can recommend me good or decent one?

Thanks
Jerry

 

[Flank]

You may get a smaller compressor than 60 gal for sporatic work, maybe a 20 gallon (brand does not really matter)... Lowes, Harbor, Home depot. These would work for an impact wrench.

In my experience, (i hope others can tell me different) the big boys are what is required for any sustained activity. (cutting, polishing, painting, grinding, etc.)

All compressors should give you the recommended duty for certain types of tools, and you need to match/ buy your tools for what the compressor can handle. Impact wrenchs are not typically a sustained activity.

 

[freshspecbluegt]

If you want a quiet one you'll want to look into oiled compressors. I have a Craftsman 30 gallon,its an oil-free unit but its not terribly loud, if I pump it up in the morning I just keep the garage door closed and it doesn't bother anyone (I live in a town house too so neighbors are close by). Lots of talk about compressors in the tools and fabrication subforum.

If I had it to do over again I might just buy a really nice corded electric impact as I really don't use the air as much as I thought I would. It does come in handy when I need it though.

 

[Uncle Grumpy]

X2 I picked up an old DeVilbiss on Craigslist and it's unbelievably quiet. What it lacks in decibels it makes up with size and weight. Not for everyone but quiet.

 

[MANUCHAO]

I got the 25 lbs craftsman and its ok but loud as hell.

If I were to do it again.. I would buy a electric or cordless impact gun...
Running the air hose all over the place get annoying...................fast...
My 0.02

 

[KYLandCruiser]

Here is a thread about a pretty cool looking option. Think they said it can do some small wrenching with it as well.

https://forum.ih8mud.com/camping-outdoor-gear/166969-puma-12v-compressor.html

 

[julstirn]

Problem with cordless stuff is how fast they die and what power you can get from them why they are charged. Pneumatic is nice to have if you can. I would think electrical is nice also.

 

[antor]

I bought this electric impact wrench from Harbor Freight for $30 it works great for removing wheels.1/2" Electric Impact Wrench

 

[jynx]

Problem with cordless stuff is how fast they die and what power you can get from them why they are charged. Pneumatic is nice to have if you can. I would think electrical is nice also.

I have a Makita 18V lithium ion cordless impact and I love it. It is a little heavier than my air impact, but I never could get a compressor that ran it to my satisfaction (I don't have the space or 220 to get the one I want right now) I will say that for what I do which includes rotating tires a few times a year on three vehicle, general vehicle maintenance, chores around the house, etc. it has been fantastic. I have an impact driver also and two batteries. The driver generally gets used more and runs down faster so I generally pull the one off the big impact and put it on the driver and the freshest battery goes on the 1/2". Specs on the 1/2" give it 350 ft-lbs in reverse, not sure how accurate that is but it will break lug nuts off that have been tightened by a tire shop and it also broke loose a crank pulley bolt, so in my book it has handled most everything I have asked of it.

I want to have a nice compressor and some good air tools someday, but based on what the OP states are his requirements I think a good cordless would suit his needs nicely.
It does have the same loud impact sound.

And as a bonus, you can build up a nice collection of portable fab tools. I have my eye on a grinder for my collection next.

I will say that I think the lithium batteries are key because they have a much flatter discharge rate unlike conventional batteries, so you get good power much longer.

Milwaukee has some nice cordless lithium tools as well as IR and I think Matco.

-Tucker

 

[JDUBinCO]

For occasional impact duties and general air use the "oilless" craftsman 20 gal or similar is a fine option except it is too loud and the included hose is a restriction. Get a real hose and build a small sound cabinet lined with carpet in the garage where it lives and your problems are solved.

I love my 40 gal oiled unit but it is still noisy and it takes up a lot of space. Plus you have to drag the cord around. A cordless impact would not take its place but would be a nice complement to my selection of tools.

 

[BrotherRob]

Most any compressor will run an impact, fill your tires and blow out the dust. You need a big pump to run a grinder or sander, generally a 220 unit. A small compressor can be had for cheap and you'll find it to be a valuable tool.

Cordless impacts are awesome too, I don't know how I ever lived without one. But they don't have near the power of a pneumatic.

 

[guzzla]

Ideally, an engine driven compressor is the best solution. They are faster than any 12v rattle gun/drill or any 12v compressor for that matter. And when it comes to undoing wheel nuts you need large volumes of air. And through my experience, 12v compressors suck at pumping up 35in or bigger tyres unless you like wait for ages.

I don't know what your budget is like, but I run a modified A/C compressor made by a company in Victoria, Australia. Check out 'Endless Air' or 'Kareela Engineering' and see if a kit will fit the US spec 80s - I'm pretty sure it would. Mine pumps a 35in tyre from 15psi to 40psi on 55 sec and I run it through a 5 gallon tank as it supplies air for the diff locks too.

 

[Snacktime]

I bought this electric impact wrench from Harbor Freight for $30 it works great for removing wheels.1/2" Electric Impact Wrench

Same thing I use in the driveway, going on a few years too, been a great buy! Warning it is loud, and has no problem doing 99% of what I ask. The time it failed to take a bolt off I just got out the saws all...

I have had the luck of using Dewalt compact air compressor and I was very impressed. Constant duty on a air hammer for 3 days...

 

[mattafact]

I use a Ryobi impact from Home Depot for most of my light duty work. For the price it's tough to beat and Home Depot is pretty good about returning tools if they break.

 

[arndog123]

I bought this electric impact wrench from Harbor Freight for $30 it works great for removing wheels.1/2" Electric Impact Wrench

I bought the same one for the same price. It worked great when I did the lift on the LX this past weekend.

 

[Flank]

Between you and me and the fencepost, I use a breaker bar, then a cordless drill for speed for changing tires... Helps to have a 12 ton fleet jack to be able to get an entire axle off the ground at a time.

 

[Otamiway]

Check out 'Endless Air' or 'Kareela Engineering' and see if a kit will fit the US spec 80s -.

Guzzla, do you have an email address for them?

 

[GREATCRUISER]

Guzzla, do you have an email address for them?

4WD Accessories | 4WD Accessories by | Products | Air Compressors | Endless Air Compressors | 4WD WORLD - A World of 4x4 Accessories & Suspension Information

here you go.

 

[robertaleon]

I bought this electric impact wrench from Harbor Freight for $30 it works great for removing wheels.1/2" Electric Impact Wrench

Bought this one too. Works ok for the purpose the OP stated since that's pretty much what I needed. My compressor doesn't push the volume air needed for any real tools and I can always find 110V.

It is a bit noisey and I'd also buy some torque limiters if you attempt to use it to tighten said wheels. I recommend always using a torque wrench for the lug nuts....ask me how I found out.

 

[Ebag333]

Bought this one too. Works ok for the purpose the OP stated since that's pretty much what I needed. My compressor doesn't push the volume air needed for any real tools and I can always find 110V.

It is a bit noisey and I'd also buy some torque limiters if you attempt to use it to tighten said wheels. I recommend always using a torque wrench for the lug nuts....ask me how I found out.

The "emergency" 12v impact works surprisingly well. Used it on a few bolts on my truck that didn't want to come off with the breaker bar, and I imagine it'd work pretty well for lug nuts as well.

It's fairly slow, but handy enough I keep it in my truck.

For air, I have one of the $60 air compressors. Works surprisingly well, and doesn't seem to be any slower than similar designed ones (it is a pretty decent knock off). Takes about 5 minutes to fill a 37" tire from absolutely flat to 30 PSI (which is where I run it on the highway). Had one of the cheaper $30 jobs, wasn't worth buying.