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Viair Compressor mount in engine bay

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Builds (2005-2015)' started by tommypjr, Dec 21, 2017.

  1. Dec 21, 2017 at 8:05 AM
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    tommypjr

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    I just got one of these: http://amzn.to/2DnHU3N

    I want to mount it in the engine bay where many people mount their second battery (opposite from the stock location back next to the firewall).

    What i need is a platform or ideas for a platform like offgrid does for the battery. something like this but just the platform: https://goo.gl/6aYXFH

    Any good suggestions?

    thanks!!!
     
  2. Dec 21, 2017 at 8:05 AM
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    EatSleepTacos

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    Not exactly what you're looking for, but similar.

    https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/poor-mans-oba.489090/
     
  3. Dec 21, 2017 at 8:17 AM
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    tommypjr

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    thanks. I'm just looking for something simple. i'll just the alligator clips for power, and just pop the hood to air stuff up. so all i need is a mount. the driver's side of my truck, is gone; double battery, lighting electronics. so gotta mount on the other side...
     
  4. Dec 21, 2017 at 12:18 PM
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    I don't understand the point of mounting it then. Why not just leave it as a portable unit if you have no intention of hardwiring it?
     
  5. Dec 21, 2017 at 12:21 PM
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    #1 the last one was stolen out of my cab.
    #2 no good place to store it other than in the engine bay.
     
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    Done. found a nylon barrel spacer that i threaded and stuck on the single post and then used to bolt down the front of the tray. then used a piece of alum stock for a strap. $10 / 1 hour - done. thanks for the suggestions....

    nes2jf4LUBTkaJG8eiZtgXyg.jpgaXgLC1vhSCCF4X%0MvoSxg.jpg
     
  7. Dec 3, 2019 at 1:33 AM
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    The driver.
    Need more pics on how you made the mount lol
     
  8. Mar 28, 2021 at 10:35 PM
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    CAtacoWaves

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    How's this holding up against rust, heat, and the elements? I was thinking of doing this for the same reasons.
     
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