Gotta keep a good thread going.
I'm looking forward to Michael's info on the ExtremeAire, which seems to be, along with the exorbitant Grand Erg, the only electric comp which comes near my needs. I've also looked at 240 volt compressors (got a 2.5kw genny) but when I told the super specialist salesman that it has to take 6 tyres to 75psi he took me to a bloody great belt driven monster that I just can't pack anywhere.
As with the hyd/elec winch argument, the electric compressor is much simpler than running off the engine, but the engine has a few more watts. I've finally figured out where I can move the alt to in order to accomodate an a/c comp (not much space under an Iveco bonnet), now I'm looking for a suitable unit. Stacks of web info on choosing a US one, but not much for europe. Does anyone know of a european vehicle which uses a York comp? Or how to spot a decent self lubricating one of the barrel shape?
Michael, if you're running tyres that will take it (XZL or XZY do) could you do me a favour and time your comp up to 75psi to give me a better idea of whether the electric is worth the hassle saved in not messing around with fan belts. Congrats on taking the plunge, do they offer an anti meltdown guarantee? If they claim 100% duty cycle they should.
Thx for all
Luke
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