12 VDC portable air compressor

Looking for some recommendations for a 12V portable air compressor to air up my tires on my Tacoma. Currently I am running 265/75/16 BFG KO2's tires and running 40 PSI on the street.

Thanks

Roger

 

I've had some cheap ones in the past that didn't last long. A few years ago I bought one of the better compact versions from Walmart. I paid about $50 then. Looking at their website I cannot find the one I bought listed anymore. But it has worked very well for me on multiple occasions. I was able to air up some trailer tires to 50PSI once when I found myself unexpectedly having to haul a very heavy load. I ended up buying 2 more, one for each vehicle and have no complaints. I'd think most any of them in that price range would be a OK.

 

$221 ViAir 400P - 40043 Portable Compressor Kit. Tire Pump, Truck/SUV Tire Inflator, For Up to 35" Tires

ViAir 400P automatic.

 

Whatever one you get make sure it has clamps to connect directly to the battery post.

The one's that plug into a cigarette lighter or power point do not work nearly as well and may blow a fuse when under a load.

 

A viar 88p can be had for about 55 - 65 bucks if you look around. They are solid. I have had one if the older versions for 3 years or so now and it has worked great.

 

Heard good things about VIAIR

 

Any of the VIAIR are great

 

First one I ever had was the last. Tried to pull the plug outta the cig. lighter & almost melted my fingers. Battery clamp on with fuse is the only safe way to go.

 

If you never plan on getting tires that are much bigger the Viair 88P is a great choice.

 

I bought this DeWalt portable at Home Depot on sale $75. It's awesome. It came with a battery but already had other tools so and has 12v as back up. I use it on all my tires & trailers. One of my best purchases.