New Here, looking for help

[stairbuilder]

Hi all, been lurking for awhile and have the expo bug.

I'm looking to put onboard air on my 06 ram 1500. 5.7hemi. I'm leaning towards a second compressor but nothing in stone yet.

Any advise would be appreciated. Love the info available here and hope to add some myself over time.

Chris

 

[bob91yj]

I've got engine driven York compressors on both of my Jeeps, I have the set up for my Dmax, haven't gotten around to getting it installed on my current truck. If you can figure out a way to install one on your engine, you'll never look back. Good luck!

 

[Betarocker]

There are a number of quality electric models from Viair, Air-Zenith and ARB. Much simpler install than engine mounted, especially with the lack of room under the hood of modern vehicles.

 

[82fb]

second compressor is a great way to go if you are handy with fabbing brackets. Also, Yorks are great, but if you cannot fit a York in, don't be afraid to use a different compressor. I, and many others, used an old Toyota compressor (in my case, from my 82 pickup) for years, just adding a half teaspoon of oil through the intake every few uses. Mine would air up a 36 inch tire from 10-30psi in two minutes at idle, and under a minute at 15-1800 rpm or so. Also, reset beads commonly back then with no beadlocks. I had a 3 gallon tank on board, which helps out a lot...