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Best portable air compressor that won’t break the bank

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by CementTaco4, Feb 9, 2020.

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  1. Feb 9, 2020 at 9:14 PM
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    CementTaco4

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    I’ve been looking for air compressors now for awhile and all either seem cheap or expensive. The arb seems the best but to much for a beginner off roader. Anyone have any suggestions thanks!
     
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  2. Feb 9, 2020 at 9:14 PM
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    Shellshock

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    good middle of the road compressor.
     
    Shellshock, Feb 9, 2020
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  3. Feb 9, 2020 at 9:20 PM
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    CementTaco4

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    Ok thank you
     
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  4. Feb 9, 2020 at 9:21 PM
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    DavesTaco68

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    - ICON UCAs, BP51/Kings, SCS wheels, 285s, Leer 100XR canopy. Greenlane aluminum winch bumper, Smittybilt X20 winch. Trying Falken AT3w now, Really like BF KO2s.
    I picked up the Viair 400P automatic, really like it. A bit cheaper than the ARB.
    Amazon and eBay can have some good deals.
     
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  5. Feb 9, 2020 at 9:23 PM
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    CementTaco4

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    Great thanks you!
     
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  6. Feb 9, 2020 at 9:28 PM
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    Harbor freight sells a big one for around $50. Get a coupon and get it for cheaper. Worked great for me but I also went with a viair 400p with a 1 gal tank. Still have the harbor freight model and I take it with me as as a spare when I go way out there.
     
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  7. Feb 9, 2020 at 9:29 PM
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    I have the Viair 300p. I run 255/85/17s and air down to 15-18psi when I go off-road. It reinflates all four to 38psi within about 12min.
     
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  8. Feb 9, 2020 at 10:42 PM
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    I like cordless auto-shutoff air compressors. Bonus if they are add-on to your powertool sets.
     
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  9. Feb 9, 2020 at 10:59 PM
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    I bought the Q Industries MV50 Superflow for $150 bucks CDN from Amazon and I’m happy with it. Only complaints are the case it comes with is junk and the pressure gauge isn’t super accurate.
     
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  10. Feb 10, 2020 at 5:34 AM
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    I have the Viair 88P and I bought this bag to put it in. Sits in my access cab neatly out of the way. You will be surprised how well this little jewel works.
    $90 VIAIR 88P - 00088 Tire Inflator Portable On/Offroad Air Compressor for Car, Truck, SUV & RV | 12V Heavy Duty Pump 120 PSI, Alligator Clip, Twist Chuck
    https://www.amazon.com/Viair-00088-88P-Portable-Compressor/dp/B005ASY23I?ref_=ast_bbp_dp&th=1&psc=1
    $20 Rothco Mechanic's Tool Bag - Heavy-Duty Organization for Your Essential Tools and Gear, Black
    https://www.amazon.com/Rothco-G-I-T...B9VCTWREJPP&psc=1&refRID=38E1GC4VAB9VCTWREJPP
     
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    I’ve got the sv 50, only aired up a corolla tire, took about a minute.$85 delivered from Walmart app
     
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  12. Feb 10, 2020 at 6:05 AM
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    Been using the
    $98 Viair 88P Portable Compressor Kit (12V, 120 Psi, Forup to 33" Tires)
    Viair 88P for 4 years and the little sucker has been great. I keep looking at nice Arbs installed in the engine bay, fancy onboard CO2s... and then I remember the 65 bucks I paid for the Viair... Yeah, I'm usually the last one to air back up... but then, I'm not off roading to win a race. I'm there to slow down and enjoy the experience.
     
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    I bought the cheapest Amazon one I could find, think it was $30, and it’s lasted me 3 years. I use it about once a month for all 4 tires. If it ever fails and it’s an emergency, I have a manual tire pump in the toolbox.
     
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  14. Feb 10, 2020 at 6:40 AM
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    I wish I had or could find a good manual tire pump. Grandpa passed away in 2008 and I wish I would of stepped in his shed and got the one he had. It was vintage but he took care of his tools and that air pump I used allot growing up in the 60's & 70's. :(
     
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    Same. If you watch Amazon and/or ebay, you can usually find this one pretty cheap. I think I got it for under $50. And I have a similar sized bag I keep mine in, fits just right behind the seat in my double cab.
     
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    I'm purchasing the Smittybilt 2781. Having read numerous reviews, it really seems like the best balance of price and performance.
     
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  19. Feb 10, 2020 at 8:16 AM
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    I enjoy my 300p. My friend got the 88p to save some money but just from handling it and seeing the air hose it came with I’m happy i went with the 300p!
     
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