DIY Onboard Air - 2nd Gen Ram - ARB Compressor and 5 gallon Tank
#21
Good idea with the rack. Only thing to be mindful of, which I'm sure you are, is leak checking that thing due to number of welds you will end up with. I like the idea though as it's along the same lines of bumpers that also act as a tank.
As for the compressor, afaik a York Compressor is suitable as opposed to the A/C. IIRC the seals being suitable for air tight (hermetic). Nab a York out of '80s Volvo from a JY. This has been a common formula for OBA setups too. 4x4help.com actually documents quite a few.
As for the compressor, afaik a York Compressor is suitable as opposed to the A/C. IIRC the seals being suitable for air tight (hermetic). Nab a York out of '80s Volvo from a JY. This has been a common formula for OBA setups too. 4x4help.com actually documents quite a few.
thanks for the tip on the compressor. i will keep an eye open for one. i know the old a/c compressors that use to be installed on dodge vehicles could be uses as air compressors and heard they worked way better than the york compressors but then again 2 cylinders is better than 1.
#22
The york compressors are actually better, as they are pretty much self contained. If you use any other variety of compressor, you need to introduce oil into the intake side of the compressor, to keep it lubed up. (leave it alone VW...... )
If you already have A/C, finding a place to put it might be fun, if you scrap your current A/C, mounting it there would be cake.
If you already have A/C, finding a place to put it might be fun, if you scrap your current A/C, mounting it there would be cake.
#23
i don't have a/c. i just have the compressor and a few of the lines. i scrapped the rest. the compressor i have would need an oiler and oil trap but i think the older dodge compressors have a separate lubrication system.
http://forums.aaca.org/f170/mopar-ac...or-266972.html
http://forums.aaca.org/f170/mopar-ac...or-266972.html
#24
I have tossed that back and forth. The tank has a drain on it. Think its a necessity or "just a good idea" kinda thing? Just didn't think the volume warranted it. However, I'm open to your wit and charm to convince its something good to do. I'm not opposed to it at all.
I have always kept my comp air as dry as possible, air tools and plasma cutters do not like water at all, and possibly water in tires.
Two water separators/filters, one between the tank and comp and one after the tank. Is it overkill I don’t think so, I would not like to have to pull the arb diff lockers out to clean them, or worse have them freeze and crack something.
As for mounting the air tank what about putting it behind the driver’s or pass side of the box; sort of diagonal mount to the side of the box. I am guessing that that tank is a 3 gallon and roughly 3’x1’ or so.
Last edited by merc225hp; 11-14-2011 at 08:31 PM.
#25
Would depend on the rating of your tools (CFM) and duty cycle/CFM of the compressor. The tank definitely provides a buffer. How much? I have not determined that...yet.
Here is the specifications for the ARB compressors.
http://www.arbusa.com/uploads/PDF/ai...rTechSpecs.pdf
Here is the specifications for the ARB compressors.
http://www.arbusa.com/uploads/PDF/ai...rTechSpecs.pdf
So the OP is updated with a note about this.
To properly add the usefulness of air tools, one would probably need to go the mechanical air compressor route, like the York. However, I don't know the specs off hand on that. Research and be sure for your needs.
I have always kept my comp air as dry as possible, air tools and plasma cutters do not like water at all, and possibly water in tires.
Two water separators/filters, one between the tank and comp and one after the tank. Is it overkill I don’t think so, I would not like to have to pull the arb diff lockers out to clean them, or worse have them freeze and crack something.
Two water separators/filters, one between the tank and comp and one after the tank. Is it overkill I don’t think so, I would not like to have to pull the arb diff lockers out to clean them, or worse have them freeze and crack something.
Related question -- are the differentials already under some nominal pressure? I presume they are since breathers are present? I tried to understand if any water actually gets into ARB Locker filled diffs. Moreover, was looking to see if people encountered any water issues on that end. All I found was problems about oil getting in the line, which then over time clogs up the system and prevents operation.
In my last photo here, my thought was passenger side, right above the Hi-Lift jack.
#26
The york compressors are actually better, as they are pretty much self contained. If you use any other variety of compressor, you need to introduce oil into the intake side of the compressor, to keep it lubed up. (leave it alone VW...... )
If you already have A/C, finding a place to put it might be fun, if you scrap your current A/C, mounting it there would be cake.
If you already have A/C, finding a place to put it might be fun, if you scrap your current A/C, mounting it there would be cake.
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen...a-install.html
Cartman
#27
You can have factory AC and a York 210. It was a bit of work to build the bracket, but it was well worth it.
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen...a-install.html
Cartman
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/2nd-gen...a-install.html
Cartman
#28