air compressor kit

[southpier]

any prejudice either way:

superflow mv-90

http://www.offroadwarehouse.com/products/sfID1/1/sfID2/2/sfID3/1192/productID/50593

or

viair 400 p

http://www.offroadwarehouse.com/products/sfID1/1/sfID2/2/sfID3/3/productID/182

pros? con?

thanks

 

[4RunAmok]

I have an MV-50, and it's worked well for a few years so far... It doesn't get HEAVY use.

I drilled out the head and re-tapped it to take standard fittings so I could attach a longer hose to it.

I like this MV-90, how the fitting is away from the head (away from the HEAT), If I was looking to replace my MV-50 with something cheap, I'd go this route.

The downside to these units is the duty cycle and weather, it's ok for just one vehicle, but if I'm airing up my buddy too, it tends to get HOT. These units are also not suitable for underhood or underbody mounting, they lack the appropriate weather resistance. But I've never mounted my MV-50 and it works just fine without an air tank.

 

[Maximus Ram]

http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=43997&highlight=air+compressors


http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=21968&highlight=air+compressors


http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=19825&highlight=air+compressors


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[Warn Industries]

FYI, we make a few air compressors, too.

http://www.warn.com/truck/air-compressors.shtml

- Andy

 

[ujoint]

FYI, we make a few air compressors, too.

http://www.warn.com/truck/air-compressors.shtml

- Andy

And they kick ***! I'm running the VTC, and I've installed a few on other vans.

 

[r_w]

I like this MV-90, how the fitting is away from the head (away from the HEAT), If I was looking to replace my MV-50 with something cheap, I'd go this route.

The downside to these units is the duty cycle and weather, it's ok for just one vehicle, but if I'm airing up my buddy too, it tends to get HOT. These units are also not suitable for underhood or underbody mounting, they lack the appropriate weather resistance. But I've never mounted my MV-50 and it works just fine without an air tank.

The fitting will still burn you!!! Warn added the intercooler for a very good reason.

OK portable solution for low pressure apps. It struggles with E rated tires. Fine for topping them off when 5-10 psi low, but not for airing all 4 back up.

 

[Cards81fan]

FYI, we make a few air compressors, too.

http://www.warn.com/truck/air-compressors.shtml

- Andy

That's nice to see! I was considering picking up one of the MV units like pictured above, but seeing as how the SPC model is actually less expensive (No offense, but this is rare for Warn though I am pleased to see it!) and manufactured domestically, I will add this to my short list.

1 question though: are the fittings standard, so other hoses and such can be used, or are they proprietary like the MV series are?

 

[hillbillyjake]

i've used my mv-50 to fill tires up to 37" until you couldn't pick it up it was so hot. i'll buy one of these again when this one goes bad.

 

[southpier]

thanks for the reference sites, MR, and for eveyone's feedback.

the Warn units seem to go from 113 to over 400 $ in one jump and i don't think i could justify that expense.

my present unit is an 18$ Slime pump, so obviously anything i get will be a better choice!

what is 'duty cycle' and what should i be looking for in prioritizing features? i will just be using it for airing up - not running tools.

 

[PirateMcGee]

thanks for the reference sites, MR, and for eveyone's feedback.

the Warn units seem to go from 113 to over 400 $ in one jump and i don't think i could justify that expense.

my present unit is an 18$ Slime pump, so obviously anything i get will be a better choice!

what is 'duty cycle' and what should i be looking for in prioritizing features? i will just be using it for airing up - not running tools.

you would probably be happy with an mv-50

 

[UNI]

We have the Viair 400P Automatic and have no complaints.

 

[r_w]

thanks for the reference sites, MR, and for eveyone's feedback.

the Warn units seem to go from 113 to over 400 $ in one jump and i don't think i could justify that expense.

my present unit is an 18$ Slime pump, so obviously anything i get will be a better choice!

what is 'duty cycle' and what should i be looking for in prioritizing features? i will just be using it for airing up - not running tools.

Keep in mind that $400 Warn specs better than most HOME compressors--4 CFM @ 90 psi will run a good impact wrench.

But $400 will also get you a Viair on-board system with 2.5 gallon tank--not as good of a compressor but 100% duty and big tank make up for it.

Depends what you want to do with it. Just top off tires to 35psi, then the mv-50 will keep you happy. If you want to fill to 65 psi, then you want more. If you are going to air up often, then you want more still.

 

[off-roader]

A lot of you are noting the MV-50. Not sure if you got confused because it's being posted above but he's actually asking about the MV-90.

Specs'wise the 90 looks pretty good and is supposed to be a 100% duty compressor running for up to 40 minutes IIRC.

I've owned the 50 and was very pleased with it's performance & longevity. IF the 90 is up to what it's specs indicate and is a superior 50, then it would be great for my needs (just airing up my 35's and other rigs in my party mostly).

 

[4RunAmok]

A lot of you are noting the MV-50. Not sure if you got confused because it's being posted above but he's actually asking about the MV-90.

Specs'wise the 90 looks pretty good and is supposed to be a 100% duty compressor running for up to 40 minutes IIRC.

I've owned the 50 and was very pleased with it's performance & longevity. IF the 90 is up to what it's specs indicate and is a superior 50, then it would be great for my needs (just airing up my 35's and other rigs in my party mostly).

I've seen people's MV-50 fail on them and have always worried about mine failing me.

I agree that the 90 would be a nice upgrade to the MV-50, but look at the price? The MV-90 at the link he provided comes in at $159.00 and it has their stupid hose. But I can re-tap it to a standard fitting. I see it has in an line pressure release valve next to the cylinder head. But no mention of thermal protection. Found cheaper ($131.50) here: http://www.lowrangeoffroad.com/superflow-mv-90-mega-air-compressor-mv90.html

The WARN SPC (http://www.warn.com/truck/aircompressors_spc.shtml) uses standard hose fittings and hoses, comes in at $113.00, and it has thermal protection.

I'd probably go with the Warn.

 

[7wt]

I have a Viair 400 and love it. It does what I ask it to do with no complaints and it's quiet.