Woofer01 Posted April 26, 2015 Report Share Posted April 26, 2015 Looking to buy a small air compressor for my Class A. Pancake or Hot Dog style Would like to get something that delivers at least 1.5-2.0 cfpm @ 90lbs. Units needs to be reliable, light, quiet as possible (<70dba), and easy to store. Budget is around $150.00 or less This one seems to be the winner so far http://www.homedepot.com/p/Porter-Cable-3-5-gal-135-psi-Pancake-Compressor-PCFP02003/203254365#specifications Anybody had experience with these two? Fini 1.2-HP 1-Gallon 135-PSI 120-Volt Hot Dog Electric Air Compressor http://www.lowes.com/pd_605652-48540-AB1PAK_0__?productId=50192315&Ntt=fini+compressor&pl=1¤tURL=%3FNtt%3Dfini%2Bcompressor&facetInfo= Fini 1.5-HP 1.2-Gallon 135-PSI 120-Volt Hot Dog Electric Air Compressor http://www.lowes.com/ProductDisplay?partNumber=665150-48540-ABOL191&catalogId=10051&storeId=10151&langId=-1&productId=50385522 There is this one, although it seems a little weak at 90psi http://www.tractorsupply.com/en/store/campbell-hausfeldreg%3B-2-gallon-air-compressor same with this one http://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-2-gal-Pancake-Air-Compressor-0210284C/205467817#specifications Retired USAF (25 Yrs) 2003 Winnebago Brave 34D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halfdimes Posted April 26, 2015 Report Share Posted April 26, 2015 Suggest you get one with at least 150psi max. Ones rated for 135psi sometimes cycle off before a 120psi tire is full. Then you have to bleed off some air to get it going again to finish the job. I have the Craftsman version (which I think is discontinued) of this unit. Mine has served us well for several years though its soul purpose is just to keep tires topped off. Dave & Jo Ann 2008 HitchHiker Champagne 2011 F350 dually with Ford/Reese hitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yarome Posted April 26, 2015 Report Share Posted April 26, 2015 The first one listed is the exact unit I have and really enjoy it. Powerful, yet small and lightweight. Wouldn't trade it. I purchased mine through Amazon with free shipping, but the unit price is the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TreyandSusan Posted April 26, 2015 Report Share Posted April 26, 2015 This compressor has worked well for us for 2+ years. Or I would get this regulator and a CO2 tank - Idea given by Jim & Wilma Pratten link to the similar thread and post by Jim I may be getting one along with the compressor. Susan & Trey Selman | email | HDT: '01 770 VED12 | 5er: '02 40' Travel Supreme RLTSOA | '16 Piaggio MP3 500 | '15 Smart Cabrio | Personal Blog | HHRV Resource Guide | HHRV Campgrounds | Recreation Vehicle Safety & Education Foundation | Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rynosback Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 I was going to go with one from Lowes, but i wanted to be able to use it on the road if needed. I'm not going to have a Geni and my inverter would not handle the plug in type that I would need to have a 150 PSI one. So, I'm going to get this one, http://www.amazon.com/viair-150-psi-high-flow-air-source-kit/dp/B000X9LTXA?SubscriptionId=1P5P1QJ1VKCQF2MN36G2&tag=viglink21355-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B000X9LTXA 2015 Ram 3500 RC DRW CTD AISIN 410 rear 2016 Mobile Suites 38RSB3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helipilot Posted April 27, 2015 Report Share Posted April 27, 2015 I have had the red pancake 135 psi for years but it has it's limitations. After buying our Mobile Suites I found it didn't have the ability to air the tires to 110 psi. Went to Lowes and bought the Kobalt Hotdog 150 psi unit. Quiet, fairly light weight, and does the job for $149 and they give the veterans discount. Good luck on your decision! Roger and Barbara On the pale blue planet, retired and happy. 2011 DRV MS 36RSSB3 2015 GMC Crew Cab Duramax DRW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Quest Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 This is one we picked up on Amazon... Viair 40047 400P-RV Automatic Portable Compressor Kit Price fluctuates between $200-$300, It's powered by battery connectors so it's truly portable, it might be worth taking a look at. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark and Dale Bruss Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 We use a Power Tank which is a CO2 system. The price may seem high but if you get the tank, regulator, inflator, hoses, and chucks ala carte, your price will be in the same ball park. CO2 is quiet and requires no power. Easy to top off your tires early in the morning without being a pain to your neighbors. Also, the physical space is more convenient that a pancake compress. For us was the ability to easily top off our 115 psi tires, quickly. Please click for Emails instead of PM Mark & DaleJoey - 2016 Bounder 33C Tige - 2006 40' Travel SupremeSparky III - 2021 Mustang Mach-e, off the the Road since 2019 Useful HDT Truck, Trailer, and Full-timing Info atwww.dmbruss.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 We have the Sears pancake unit 150 and it works great when we are on shore power. Because of this we are going to get a Vivar truck mounted system to run on 12 volts. They make these units capable of running small impacts. 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nwtraveler Posted April 28, 2015 Report Share Posted April 28, 2015 I have the Porter-Cable 150 psi pancake model. After minimal use the regulator gave out. Apparently it is a common problem and no factory support. Kim and Betsy 2017 F450 Lariat 2017 Arctic Fox 35-5Z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruelens Posted April 29, 2015 Report Share Posted April 29, 2015 I have the discontinued Craftsman look-alike of this unit. It works well for my RV travel needs. http://www.sears.com/porter-cable-150-psi-1.5-gallon-oil-free/p-00946320000P?sid=IDx01192011x000001&pla&kpid=00946320000&kispla=00946320000P&kpid=00946320000&mktRedirect=y The unit can easily top off 22.5" tires and power small air tools. It does not meet your less than 70 decibel requirement however. That is a tall order to fill for under 150 bucks. Note: I did replace the plastic air hose with a rubber air hose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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