Air compressor

[Bruce H]

Hi all,

I'm looking to purchase a portable air compressor mainly for the MH tires. My price range is about $150.00. Looking for some recommendations.

 

Thanks

Bruce

[Kirk W]

We have one from Sears, but there are several excellent brands. I prefer one with at least a two gallon tank as it means that I can air some before the compressor turns on and it is good for other jobs as well as inflating tires. When you shop, they always list the pressure that the compressor shuts off, but the more important pressure is the one where the compressor turns on because that pressure needs to be higher than the inflation pressure or the tank will run down to tire pressure and the compressor not start to push it on up.

[TreyandSusan]

Rockworth RW1503TP This item also sold under brand name Husqvarna. 4 years and still working great. No problem getting up to 120 psi.

Or a 12v option - Viair 450P-RV

Third option - CO2 tank and this regulator (found and used by Jim & Wilma)

[Flying Finn]

Bruce,

You didn't say if your coach was diesel or gas.....If diesel you should be able to use the o-nboard compressor for air bags etc. Just need to buy an air hose..

[Bruce H]

The coach is gas. Leaning towards the 12 volt option-Viair450P-RV.

Thank you all.

 

Bruce

[Pat & Pete]

We have a Porter Cable . It's been reliable for the five years we've had it . It easily fits into one of the smallest bays .

 

 

Here's a later model :

 

http://www.amazon.com/PORTER-CABLE-C2002-Oil-Free-Pancake-Compressor/dp/B000O5RO1Y/ref=sr_1_1/190-4104116-0806622?ie=UTF8&qid=1452041376&sr=8-1&keywords=porter+cable+air+compressors

[Bill Joyce]

This is the one I carry to fill my diesel motorhome tires - http://www.amazon.com/PORTER-CABLE-CMB15-Oil-Free-Shrouded-Compressor/dp/B006CVXGR0:

 

My front tires need to go to 110, which is a bit of a struggle for the onboard compressor on the motorhome. Since I have had to replace the onboard compressor, and it was around an $800 part if I remember right, I would rather use a $100 compressor to do the job. No need to air up the motorhome, adding extra idle time (bad), using fuel and annoying my campground members in the process.

[Yarome]

I like the Porter Cable as well, but as often as it's needed I prefer the smaller/lighter 3.5gal 135psi unit. Then again.. if you have Amazon Prime you can get the 150psi 6gal for the exact same price... $99.99... and 2.6 SCFM instead of 2.0. Excellent units either way.

[Mariner]

We have a Porter Cable . It's been reliable for the five years we've had it . It easily fits into one of the smallest bays .

 

 

Here's a later model :

 

http://www.amazon.com/PORTER-CABLE-C2002-Oil-Free-Pancake-Compressor/dp/B000O5RO1Y/ref=sr_1_1/190-4104116-0806622?ie=UTF8&qid=1452041376&sr=8-1&keywords=porter+cable+air+compressors

 

 

We've been using this same Porter Cable for over 5yrs. without any problem. As mentioned the onboard compressor will struggle to reach 110psi. or higher.

[Jack Mayer]

You are going to want as much output and storage of air (tank size) as you can get in the space you have. Assuming you have high pressure tires. Both of the shown Porter Cables work well. I have the grey one, and wish I had the red one for the additional output and storage. But it depends on the size space you have to carry it.

[Ray,IN]

I carry a FINA 150psi pancake compressor, output is 2.5cfm at that pressure.

[mscans]

We have a Porter Cable . It's been reliable for the five years we've had it . It easily fits into one of the smallest bays .

 

 

Here's a later model :

 

http://www.amazon.com/PORTER-CABLE-C2002-Oil-Free-Pancake-Compressor/dp/B000O5RO1Y/ref=sr_1_1/190-4104116-0806622?ie=UTF8&qid=1452041376&sr=8-1&keywords=porter+cable+air+compressors

Second the Porter-Cable. used it on MH 95 psi tires and did very well. Also will easily fit in most storage areas.

 

May want to look at clip on type chuck, safer if something gives way at 100+ PSI.

[Mariner]

Good point on the clip on chuck. I use the clip on with an attached air gauge to be able to monitor the psi. You can also attach air tools to the Porter-Cable if you have them.

[Bruce H]

Looks like the Potter Cable red 150psi is the one I'll get . More bang for the buck. Thank you all for your comments.

 

Bruce

[Ray,IN]

We have a Porter Cable . It's been reliable for the five years we've had it . It easily fits into one of the smallest bays .

 

 

Here's a later model :

 

http://www.amazon.com/PORTER-CABLE-C2002-Oil-Free-Pancake-Compressor/dp/B000O5RO1Y/ref=sr_1_1/190-4104116-0806622?ie=UTF8&qid=1452041376&sr=8-1&keywords=porter+cable+air+compressors

If the OP wants a cheaper model. Harbor Freight has a similar copy of this one for $99 on sale this week. I bought FINA brand, 150# pancake compressor from Menards for $99 last year.(closeout)

[Forest Grump]

I use the Viair for the RV and our inflateable pontoon boat. Makes quick work of both. I have one permanently mounted in my jeep rock crawler to air back up.