Yahoo Message Number: 699 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/699)
I want to get my husband a small air compressor for Christmas. But it needs to make enough pressure for the motorhome tires. Does anyone have a small compressor that will do 120 pounds of pressure? Even our big compressor cuts out at 110.
Thanks.
Linda Robey
Yahoo Message Number: 703 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/703)
Your compressor should cut out at 120 not 110. It should be able to adjusted to stop charging at 120lbs. You should be able to pump up your tires with the coach air system. The trick to the process is to have a gauge on your air hose.
1. You bleed the pressure down substantially 70 lbs or so.
2. Then the compressor kicks in to recharge the system. Normally this is a rapid recharge.
3. As the pressure crosses the 100 or so level you plug your hose into the tire valve. Then you can stop at 108 or 112 or something closer to the Max limit you need.
Best of luck. Den
Yahoo Message Number: 704 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/704)
You can also check out sears which has small compressors that go to 250#. I carry one with me and it plugs into 110 AC
Yahoo Message Number: 705 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/705)
Den,
Don has a compressor at home that cuts out. But he did try to use the one on the coach and it did not seem to air the tires at all. I had the air built up and it read 130 on the guage. The motor was running to keep it built up. But when he put it on the back tire that had 95 in it, no air would go in.
I'm getting paranoid about tire pressure, I'm thinking we should have 115 in the front and 110 in the back. We have a 40ft Intrigue.
We did the A-Weigh We go thing and the one back side is heavier than the others.
But, back to your suggestion, the coach should be able to do 120 pounds of pressure?
Thanks,
Linda
Yahoo Message Number: 706 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/706)
Thanks. This is what I was thinking about to surprise him. Does it REALLY go to 250? Can you tell me the model number or something so I will know which one it is? Maybe the price would help me find it.
Thanks again,
Linda
Yahoo Message Number: 707 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/707)
Linda,
Find out how long it takes to inflate a motorhome tire 'another 5 pounds' before you get too excited. Some small compressors will go to 250psi if they have enough cooling to let them run long enough to do it.
Glen
Yahoo Message Number: 712 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/712)
Yes Linda. According to the specs, your coach should stop adding air pressure at 120lbs. While you may not hear much or any air flowing into your tires, it has always worked for me. It worked both on my 99 Intrigue and now on my 2001 Affinity.
Best of luck Den
Yahoo Message Number: 713 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/713)
Yes Linda, Glen is correct. Those little air compressors may take "years" to get a tire that bug pumped up to 100+ lbs.
Den
Yahoo Message Number: 719 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/719)
I purchased a sears two stage 175psi rollaround compressor to maintain the pressure on my coach and it works great, it is 110 not 220 but while it is a mobile unit on wheels it has a 20 gal tank and I would not classify it as portable. I keep it in my rv garage . It cost about $400.
Yahoo Message Number: 729 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/729)
Hi Linda, I don't think you will find a small compressor that can put out that much pressure. I use a big one but it is too big to take in the coach. Although I haven't used it yet, I had a mechanic cut a quick disconnect into the air line of the coach and should be able to fill my tires using the coach compressor.
Love that sign
John & Dot Panzenhagen
Yahoo Message Number: 732 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/732)
Linda,
You might check your owner's manuals, then look around in the undercoach compartments, engine, etc. Your coach might have been equiped with a quick disconnect. My Beaver has one in the rear service bay.
Glen
glen@... (glen@...)
Yahoo Message Number: 733 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/733)
Hi, I has a small compresser and it would only get up to 70-80 lbs in a pinch. I added a air hose connect to one of the bleed valve connectors in the front right part of my coach. We have a 32 foot Allure but do not know were the blead is on other coaches. It works fine. I picked up the connectors at NAPA along with a good tire gage.
Do not need to carry the little low pressure pump now.
AL
Yahoo Message Number: 52415 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/52415)
On the bottom of the bowl that is on the bottom of the air compressor there is a automatic valvue that is hot. I think the purpose of this valvue is to dry out the moisture in the air. Is this valvue hot all the time or do I have a problem.
Sam Butler
08 Inspire
Yahoo Message Number: 725 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/725)
Hi Linda. You do not mention what year country coach you have. I know the 01 Intrigues have three air tank/compressor outlet valves in the front compartment under the drivers side that one can add a hose outlet to with the pressure going to 120 pounds. I have a large 1/2 horse compressor (never used) that I carried for two years in my Sportscoach without need, and would love to get rid of it as now have an 50 'air hose with air up to 120 pounds available on my new coach. We live in San Diego and will be returning home the end of this month. Let me know if you want to know any more info re the compressor or getting access to the coach compressor
regards ron
Yahoo Message Number: 726 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/726)
Hi Linda. You do not mention what year country coach you have. I know the 01 Intrigues have three air tank/compressor outlet valves in the front compartment under the drivers side that one can add a hose outlet to with the pressure going to 120 pounds. I have a large 1/2 horse compressor (never used) that I carried for two years in my Sportscoach without need, and would love to get rid of it as now have an 50 'air hose with air up to 120 pounds available on my new coach. We live in San Diego and will be returning home the end of this month. Let me know if you want to know any more info re the compressor or getting access to the coach compressor
regards ron
Yahoo Message Number: 12615 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/12615)
Just purchased a 2005 Inspire Genoa and really like it. Would like to be able to add air to tires (120#) without having to go to a truck stop. Does anyone recommend a good small air compressor that will inflate a tie to 120# without taking forever.
Yahoo Message Number: 34222 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34222)
Which air compressor has enough power to fill the tires to 115 and is small enough to carry with us. I know it has been talked about but I am unable to find the posts.
Thanks
Frank Allure 31425
Yahoo Message Number: 34224 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34224)
I bought a 120V air compressor from Sears that easily gets the front tires on my Inspire up to 116 pounds. The compressor is in the automotive department and is relatively light and compact - only about 16" high and less than 20 pounds (don't look in the hardware department because the compressors there are the big, heavy kind with external air tanks). The only problem with the compressor I got is that the valve connector is fixed so you need to have valve extenders on the inside rear wheels. I've also seen a brand that I think is called Task Force at Lowes which has a relatively small and portable 120V compressor. The good thing about the Task Force compressor is that you can attach different types of valve connectors on the end of the hose.
Vince
Yahoo Message Number: 34228 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34228)
I went to home depot and bought a 'pancake' compressor that goes to 150#
A 'pancake' is shaped like a pancake or donut, not real big, it fits nice in the compartment under the driver. I did have to relocate the washer bottle, but wasn't difficult.
ddtuttle
(aka Billy Byte, trusty hound)
2000 Allure #30443
Yahoo Message Number: 34230 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34230)
Frank,
Costco and Harbor Freight both sell a 12volt pump that will do 120 psi ( and maybe more, I can not remember the exact specifications). The one that Harbor Freight sells, I saw being marketed to 4-wheelers and offroaders for over 200 dollars in a pretty little bag and you can buy it at Harbor
Freight for less than $100. With costco, you know everything comes in limited quantities, so you may or may not find it. I saw it at my local costco in Memphis a couple of weeks ago. Again, it was less than $100.
I think some one on the forum bought one of these pumps maybe they could tell us if it works well or not.
Kevin
05 Intrigue
11886
Yahoo Message Number: 34232 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34232)
I have a DeVilbiss 1 1/2 HP 2 gallon compressor that I use with my air tools. The compressor shuts off at 120 psi and turns back on at around 100 psi. I carry 105# in the rear and 115# in the front.
Needless to say this is a problem since airflow is a function of differential pressure between the compressor and the tire. The low turn on is lower than either of my tire pressure requirements.
There is an adjustment on the regulator that allows you to change the pressure; the hysteresis stays about the same. I drilled a hole in the plastic regulator cover so I can change it back when I'm using my air tools. I set it for 150# turn off and around 130# turn on. This works fine. When I've completed filling the tires, I pull the air release and empty the tank so as not to keep that much pressure in an "under rated" tank. Been doing this for years with no problems.
Joe and Judy Adams
98 Intrigue 10578
Yahoo Message Number: 34233 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34233)
Frank,
I went to Sears and purchased on sale ($139) a 150 psi pancake compressor. It is not heavy and has a handle built in so it is easy to handle. It stores easily in the bay and my tires require 120psi so it does the job very well. I also use it to blow off parking pads, awnings, and the roof. I really like it. The 120 psi compressors are so near their limit that they take forever to fill a tire. This compressor was recommended to me at the Charleston Rally last year by the person parked next to me. Great advice!!
Hope this helps.
Shaun Shattuck
'04 Intrigue 11713
Yahoo Message Number: 34239 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34239)
I just put up a story about the Costo compressor here Greatrvstuff.com Is For Sale (http://www.greatrvstuff.com/index.shtml)
Jim Twamley, Professor of RVing Allure CC#30429
Yahoo Message Number: 34242 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34242)
If I may, I'd like to interject something that was immensely helpful to us that I read on another forum.
We, too, had difficulties getting our tires inflated to proper pressure (in our case 110psi) using the onboard chuck and the coach's air compressor. Being full-timers, however, we are also tight on storage space, so trying to find a small enough portable compressor that was ALSO able to inflate RV tires (they take a LOT of air) to a high enough pressure was a challenge. We tried the ultra-portable, 150psi unit from Costco (I believe it was a PowerMaxx brand/model, but don't hold me to that), but even though it was marketed as being able to handle very large tires, it tended to overheat while attempting to add air to a single tire. Then, we read a solution that, once we implemented it, has worked like a charm.
The problem with using the onboard compressor to inflate the tires (at least for us) was the fact that, most of the time, it seemed the tire would end up LOSING pressure since it was pushing air back into the air tank on the coach. Even pumping the brakes to drop the pressure to ensure that the compressor would kick on was a hit-or-miss proposition.
Inflating the tires became a royal pain-in-the-you-know-where. That is, until we read and implemented the following solution.
We bought an inline pressure gauge and added it to our 50' air hose (this will require some additional parts, but they are easily purchased at Home Depot or Lowes in the same place that air compressors and accessories are located) so that it is at the end where the air-chuck is. When we need to add air to the tires, here's what we do (it's a two person operation, but one person has it easy and is inside behind the wheel):
(1) Measure the current air pressure in the tire (we use a separate, digital gauge)
(2) With the engine on, the person inside the coach pumps the brakes a few times to drop the pressure in the air system and ensure the air compressor kicks in (you'll hear it)
(3) Activate the engine high-idle (on our coach this is accomplished by activating the cruise control... I assume this is probably the same for all coaches) so the air compressor has enough OOOMPH
(4) The person outside at the tire watches the gauge attached to the air line. At the point that the gauge reaches the same pressure as the low tire, attach the air chuck to the valve stem. Now, the tire is connected to the air system when everything is at the same pressure, so no air is lost from the tire. The compressor is now "inflating" the entire system, tire and all, and you can watch the inline gauge to watch the pressure build.
(5) Wait for the air compressor to kick off (again, you'll hear the familiar of the system). The inline gauge should now read around 120psi (each coach/compressor is a little bit different). You now know that the system is at a higher pressure than the tire, and it is this differential that is continuing to inflate it.
(6) Watch the gauge on the air line as it slowly drops (air is still being pushed from the coach's air tanks into the tire). When the pressure reaches the target tire pressure, remove the chuck. Your tire should now be at, or above, the desired PSI and can be bled down, if necessary. In an instance where you need to bring the tire pressure up a significant amount (say 8-10 psi), you may need to repeat the procedure for this tire. But, 95% of the time, once is enough.
(7) Repeat for each low tire.
This may not work for those who need to inflate their tires to 120 psi in order to carry your coach's load IF (and only if) your air system kicks out before reaching about 123-125 psi. But, for only about $15, you can get the necessary parts at Lowes/Home Depot to attach an inline pressure gauge to your air hose and find out for sure.
It's worth a shot. And well worth it to avoid having yet another piece of (limited-use) equipment onboard... especially if you full-time.
Hope this is helpful (and clear).
- John
'05 Newmar Mountain Aire 43' / Spartan chassis / Cummins ISL 400 '03 Honda CR-V EX manual toad
Yahoo Message Number: 34243 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34243)
This link will take you to the air compressor that I use, it works great. I use it on 275/80 tires inflated to 110 front and 100 rear.
http://www.deltaportercable.com/Products/ProductDetail.aspx? (http://www.deltaportercable.com/Products/ProductDetail.aspx?) ProductID=17019
Jack Foster
Allure 30076
Yahoo Message Number: 34247 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34247)
We use the on-board engine driven compressor and have had no problems getting 110 psi.
Rodger
2002 Allure
2006 Jeep GC
Yahoo Message Number: 34248 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34248)
Hello Joe,
Can you describe the regulator and its adjustment feature? I have a "125 psi" 3 gallon Craftsman that shuts off at about 110-115 psi.
It makes the process of airing the tires to 110 psi almost impossible. I'd like to jack up the cutoff pressure to its advertised limit.
Of course the owner's manual doesn't go there.
Thanks!
Jay
05 Inspire daVinci 51457
Yahoo Message Number: 34251 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34251)
Frank
I use a compressor that I bought at Wal-mart. It is a little slow but works good for us. The big plus is that it is only about 12"L x 7"W x 5 1/2"H. It is a RP4000 made by CAMPBELL HAUSFELD, 120V - 150 PSI Rated 125 PSI. I have used this type of compressor for 15 years.
Johnnie 06 Inspire 51676
Yahoo Message Number: 34252 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34252)
Roger
Which air port do you use to connect the hose too? Thanks.
Larry 03 Allure 30856
Yahoo Message Number: 34254 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34254)
There is a big advantage to using air from your coach in that it is very dry. The system has an air dryer that is very effective in removing moisture from the air.
Tom Fisher
Yahoo Message Number: 34257 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34257)
After having bought a pancake compressor at Sears that would do the job, we found out that Les Schwab's in Junction City, said they could add some kind of booster to our already-installed air compressor onboard that would have done the job. That would have been a lot easier and would have eliminated the space taken up by the compressor. You might want to check into that.
Jan McNeill
2001 Intrigue 11320
Yahoo Message Number: 34277 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34277)
It's straightforward. The regulator adjustment is usually on the output of the tank and where the electrical cord input is located.
There is a cover normally held on be several screws. Inside is a contactor; the DeVilbiss has a screw adjustment. As I recall, to increase the pressure, turn the screw to increase the distance between the contacts. Initially make small adjustments and view the results. I release the air from the tanks when I've completed filling the tires so as not to keep the higher pressure when the compressor is not in use.
The reason I use this compressor is that I use it for my air tools and have mounted/stored it in the small front bay on the driver's side. I'm going to install a 50 ft reel in that bay. The compressor it attached for easy removal when I need it for my tools.
It was noted in one of the messages about water in the compressor tank. I drain the tank periodically and may attach a dryer; H2O is not good for air tools either.
I drilled a hole in the cover so I can adjust the pressure down too it's original setting when I'm using the air tools, don't want to keep or need to have 150# for running a nail gun.
If you need more info you can email me at skpjose@... (skpjose@...) or I can send you a telephone number at your email address.
Joe Adams
98 Intrigue
Yahoo Message Number: 34316 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/34316)
I have a quick-disconnect on the end of the air hose. I connect a air blow-off nozzle and bleed air until the coach compressor starts to pump. I then replace the nozzle with the tire inflation device and continue to inflate the tire until the compressor reaches the high point. Most of the time this is enough pressure and it is a one person operation.
Bob Mussman
2006 Allure 470
Yahoo Message Number: 71023 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/71023)
We consistently monitor air pressure on all tires (115psi). After 6 months playing winter visitor in Arizona we found that the psi on each tire had fallen to 110psi. Not having an installed compressor, I bought a 5 gallon 150psi rated oil-less compressor (which by the way, fit in the regular bay)thinking that it would have enough umph to increase the psi to 115. No such luck...the maximum psi at each tire was 110. Has anyone found a convenient compressor which will fill the tires to the recommended psi and fit in the basement? Jack Shuckhart 51672 2006 Inspire 360
Yahoo Message Number: 71024 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/71024)
I bought a viair 450p which easily fills the fronts to 130 psi. Very compact.
http://www.viaircorp.com/OffRoad/450P-A.html (http://www.viaircorp.com/OffRoad/450P-A.html)
Marc 05 affinity #6429
Yahoo Message Number: 71026 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/71026)
Jack,
There is and item called a 'Booster Regulator' that requires no power. It's basically an air powered compressor that will boost the input air pressure to 150# of output pressure. It's small and lightweight. A new one is about $500, but they're available 'used' on e-Bay for a lot less. Below is a link that is currently for sale.
http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p3984.m570.l1313&_nkw=SMC+Booster+Regulator+VBA2100-03GN&_sacat=See-All-Categories (http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p3984.m570.l1313&_nkw=SMC+Booster+Regulator+VBA2100-03GN&_sacat=See-All-Categories)
You would need to remove the existing air fittings and equip it with 2 (male and female) quick connect air fittings and make or buy the appropriate air hose to plug it into the coach air system.
Stows nicely in the front air/elec. bay under the drivers' seat and works quickly and flawlessly. Weighs maybe 3-5 pounds. About 15" long and 4-5" wide.
Dave Trotter
01 Intrigue 11215
Yahoo Message Number: 71028 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/71028)
Something is wrong, that compressor should do the job with no problem.
Mikee
Yahoo Message Number: 71045 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/71045)
I don't know which compressor you have, but is the regulator adjusted to full output?
Roger Harper
2006 Intrigue #11990
Yahoo Message Number: 71046 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/71046)
Harbor Freight offers the same model in 110 psi. Other makes go to 150 psi. Are you sure you purchased a 150 psi model and not the 110 psi model?
Leonard
97' Magna 5418
Yahoo Message Number: 71056 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/71056)
You might check to make sure your valve stem is releasing and allowing the tire to accept air. Mine on occasion stick closed and no air enters.
I also have the Sears/Porter-Cable pancake air compressor and it works fine to fill my 115psi requirements on our front tires.
The regulator on the compressor needs to be set at or near 150 psi to allow excess air pressure to be forced into the tire.
Dean
1995 Magna 5280