What Compressor(s) To Use? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

SCOTI · 05-30-2007, 11:23 PM

Ok.... I decided on 2 3-gal air tanks vs. the single tank I've been running & should have them early next week.

Now it's time to order another compressor or I might just get 2 since the little Thomas I've been using is several yrs old now. The Thomas has worked fine for my limited height adjustments so I was just going to get a second one...... unless you guys suggest something better that doesn't break the bank.

Let me know what you're using, why, what did it cost, where did you get it?

*Shane* · 05-31-2007, 09:24 AM

Keeping my eye on this one ... TTT for ya

jimmydean · 05-31-2007, 11:48 AM

I had a single Thomas for mine as well. Even though it wasn't enough to fully run my system because of the large tank I had, I was very happy with it.

The ViAir 380's are supposed to be nice, but a single Thomas to add to your existing setup is cheaper. Also, the ViAir's are a little louder than the Thomas I had.

droppedgmc · 05-31-2007, 02:29 PM

i'd say the viair 380's also

67Fleet · 05-31-2007, 07:17 PM

I vote Viair 380c also. Those things are just about bulletproof. I haven't had any problems with mine and it seems that all the guys I know that have them really like them also.

royo · 05-31-2007, 08:42 PM

heres the best http://www.oasisoffroad.com/index.html

*Shane* · 05-31-2007, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by royo

heres the best http://www.oasisoffroad.com/index.html

$1,400 for a freakin' compressor! It better be the best for that kind of money.

royo · 05-31-2007, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Shane

$1,400 for a freakin' compressor! It better be the best for that kind of money.

thats the big one theres cheaper onesthe hp1000 is 795

67Fleet · 06-02-2007, 10:07 AM

guess you missed the part where he said "something better that doesn't break the bank"

SCOTI · 06-02-2007, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by 67Fleet

guess you missed the part where he said "something better that doesn't break the bank"

Amen brother..... I'm getting 2 new Thomas 327's. The original one worked fine for my application. I could get away w/just getting one but I'd rather replace both & know everything is fresh.

royo · 06-02-2007, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 67Fleet

guess you missed the part where he said "something better that doesn't break the bank"

just letting you guys know that its outthere

67Fleet · 06-02-2007, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Amen brother..... I'm getting 2 new Thomas 327's. The original one worked fine for my application. I could get away w/just getting one but I'd rather replace both & know everything is fresh.

Probably a good idea to go ahead and replace them both. That way you won't have to worry about when your old one will give out.

CHAPS7931 · 06-04-2007, 02:12 AM

not too many guys use this on this forum but i say a york will be the best cheapest way to go, york from a junk yard is cheap and easy to use, just make a bracket to go on your engine and thats it

SCOTI · 06-04-2007, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by CHAPS7931

not too many guys use this on this forum but i say a york will be the best cheapest way to go, york from a junk yard is cheap and easy to use, just make a bracket to go on your engine and thats it

Too bulky for my taste. I like things out of sight....

*culookn* · 06-04-2007, 06:49 PM

im useing 2 viair 480's with 2 5 gal tanks. i think this setup works awesome. i wouldnt switch to anything else

*Shane* · 06-08-2007, 11:07 AM

ordered 2 Viair 380C's today ...

1lowdiesel · 06-08-2007, 11:26 AM

i'm using air zenith i love it. i know plenty of people running them and on their new design they have a fan mounted on the top.

SCOTI · 06-08-2007, 08:44 PM

I was going to get the 380c's but they were 'out of stock' @ SD. So after considering my options & looking over prices, I decided to stick w/the Thomas 327's.

I ordered 2 of them for less than $300 delivered w/my 'shop' discount. I got the tanks this week & love them. Hopefully I'll get them mounted up & finalize the air-line routing; re-fab the front shock brackets & the re-vamped suspension will be done.

Unless...... I upgrade the brakes, but that's another thread

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randomhero472 · 06-08-2007, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

I was going to get the 380c's but they were 'out of stock' @ SD. So after considering my options & looking over prices, I decided to stick w/the Thomas 327's.

I ordered 2 of them for less than $300 delivered w/my 'shop' discount. I got the tanks this week & love them. Hopefully I'll get them mounted up & finalize the air-line routing; re-fab the front shock brackets & the re-vamped suspension will be done.

Unless...... I upgrade the brakes, but that's another thread

.

Should have checked ebay.. 380's all day for under $300/pair

*Shane* · 06-08-2007, 11:31 PM

I got my 380's for $289 - free shipping.

SCOTI · 06-09-2007, 01:32 AM

Ok.... I should clarify.

1) I just don't get 'warm fuzzies' from e-bay auctions.
2) I try & get my purchases from known (proven to me) sources.
3) I don't have PayPal because of all the scams that surround it.
4) I hate giving my CC info to someone on an e-bay deal.

I got mine from a known source that I trusted for less than $300 & didn't have to pay anything up front. They were ordered on my request w/o a deposit or pmt in advance & if I have any issues I know they will take care of me.

I got a good deal.

royo · 06-09-2007, 07:20 AM

so its 600$ dollars for these compressers what size battery cable does it take to run them will one cable run both

SCOTI · 06-09-2007, 12:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by royo

so its 600$ dollars for these compressers what size battery cable does it take to run them will one cable run both

I was seeing the $300 range for a 'dual pack' comp system using two 380c's (they come in chrome or pewter). I got my Thomas 327's for <$300 too.

My original Thomas used a 10g wire w/a 30amp inline fuse for power. I think the main wire coming out of the motor is only 12g. I'm not 100% sure on that size.... I could check if someone wanted?

SCOTI · 06-09-2007, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 1lowdiesel

i'm using air zenith i love it. i know plenty of people running them and on their new design they have a fan mounted on the top.

Those fans are a good idea. These small air comps will get hot in a hurry!

edflores · 06-12-2007, 05:27 PM

you shouldve waited on sd. and maybe got the 2 480's. i hear nothing good about the air zeniths. however i think it wwas the first design without the fans that had the problems.

05-30-2007, 11:23 PM	#1
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,064	What Compressor(s) To Use? Ok.... I decided on 2 3-gal air tanks vs. the single tank I've been running & should have them early next week. Now it's time to order another compressor or I might just get 2 since the little Thomas I've been using is several yrs old now. The Thomas has worked fine for my limited height adjustments so I was just going to get a second one...... unless you guys suggest something better that doesn't break the bank. Let me know what you're using, why, what did it cost, where did you get it? __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

05-31-2007, 09:24 AM	#2
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? Keeping my eye on this one ... TTT for ya

05-31-2007, 11:48 AM	#3
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? I had a single Thomas for mine as well. Even though it wasn't enough to fully run my system because of the large tank I had, I was very happy with it. The ViAir 380's are supposed to be nice, but a single Thomas to add to your existing setup is cheaper. Also, the ViAir's are a little louder than the Thomas I had. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

05-31-2007, 02:29 PM	#4
droppedgmc Truck Enthusiast Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Arlington, WA Posts: 1,346	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? i'd say the viair 380's also __________________ '85 swb Last edited by droppedgmc; 05-31-2007 at 02:29 PM.

05-31-2007, 07:17 PM	#5
67Fleet Outlandish Trends - FL Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,396	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? I vote Viair 380c also. Those things are just about bulletproof. I haven't had any problems with mine and it seems that all the guys I know that have them really like them also. __________________ -Bret 67 short-fleet sold!

05-31-2007, 08:42 PM	#6
royo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: knoxville tn Posts: 1,013	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? heres the best http://www.oasisoffroad.com/index.html __________________ nickle and dime Last edited by royo; 05-31-2007 at 09:13 PM.

06-02-2007, 10:07 AM	#9
67Fleet Outlandish Trends - FL Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,396	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? guess you missed the part where he said "something better that doesn't break the bank" __________________ -Bret 67 short-fleet sold!

06-04-2007, 02:12 AM	#13
CHAPS7931 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: san jose california Posts: 109	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? not too many guys use this on this forum but i say a york will be the best cheapest way to go, york from a junk yard is cheap and easy to use, just make a bracket to go on your engine and thats it

06-04-2007, 06:49 PM	#15
culookn Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: nj Posts: 194	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? im useing 2 viair 480's with 2 5 gal tanks. i think this setup works awesome. i wouldnt switch to anything else

06-08-2007, 11:07 AM	#16
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? ordered 2 Viair 380C's today ...

06-08-2007, 11:26 AM	#17
1lowdiesel Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: central jersey Posts: 763	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? i'm using air zenith i love it. i know plenty of people running them and on their new design they have a fan mounted on the top. __________________ 69 4wd V6 20k orig miles!! 05 ccsb 2wd Diesel 500hp bagged and soon to be stock floored. 01 rcsb chevy 2wd 6bt cummins :devil:> build xtremediesel.com Last edited by 1lowdiesel; 06-08-2007 at 11:30 AM.

06-08-2007, 08:44 PM	#18
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,064	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? I was going to get the 380c's but they were 'out of stock' @ SD. So after considering my options & looking over prices, I decided to stick w/the Thomas 327's. I ordered 2 of them for less than $300 delivered w/my 'shop' discount. I got the tanks this week & love them. Hopefully I'll get them mounted up & finalize the air-line routing; re-fab the front shock brackets & the re-vamped suspension will be done. Unless...... I upgrade the brakes, but that's another thread . __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 06-08-2007 at 08:44 PM.

06-08-2007, 11:31 PM	#20
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? I got my 380's for $289 - free shipping.

06-09-2007, 01:32 AM	#21
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,064	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? Ok.... I should clarify. 1) I just don't get 'warm fuzzies' from e-bay auctions. 2) I try & get my purchases from known (proven to me) sources. 3) I don't have PayPal because of all the scams that surround it. 4) I hate giving my CC info to someone on an e-bay deal. I got mine from a known source that I trusted for less than $300 & didn't have to pay anything up front. They were ordered on my request w/o a deposit or pmt in advance & if I have any issues I know they will take care of me. I got a good deal. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

06-09-2007, 07:20 AM	#22
royo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: knoxville tn Posts: 1,013	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? so its 600$ dollars for these compressers what size battery cable does it take to run them will one cable run both __________________ nickle and dime



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edflores Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Riverside CA Posts: 860	Re: What Compressor(s) To Use? you shouldve waited on sd. and maybe got the 2 480's. i hear nothing good about the air zeniths. however i think it wwas the first design without the fans that had the problems.

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